Dancing Simba Safaris

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Zanzibar to Kogatande Airstrip

Zanzibar to Kogatande Airstrip

Upon arrival at Kogatende Airstrip, our professional driver guide will warmly welcome you. Set out for thrilling game drives across the Kogatende and Bologonja areas, focusing on the remarkable Great Migration. The herds have gathered along the Mara River, preparing for the legendary river crossing. As they sweep through the Gardenia Valley, Nyamalumbwa Plains, and Sand River, you’ll witness one of nature’s grandest spectacles — a mass movement of over two million wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles across the Serengeti and Masai Mara in search of greener pastures.

Main Destination:
Northern Serengeti National Park
Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)
High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)
Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon
LionCommon
CheetahCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
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GiraffeCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Heritage Mara Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Northern Serengeti to Central Serengeti

Northern Serengeti to Central Serengeti

Wake up in the morning looking for more possibility for wildebeest crossing in Mara river on the way to drive around Mara River you may spot cats like lions, leopard cheetah and others look for wildebeest and as much as possible on the morning game drive, before our mid-morning stop for a break. Migration river crossings are usually top of the programmer, and today’s safari will depend on the action at the Mara River There is always a choice and a decision to be made – to stay near the river, watching and waiting…or go exploring for big cats or the surrounding regions of the Northern Serengeti on the Lamai Wedge and Kuria Hills. The beauty of the Serengeti is unsurpassed with the endless horizons, big blue sky and smatterings of acacia trees and other shrubs, rocky outcrops or endless plains. If we have seen the big things, we like to focus on the small things and fine tune our senses to the smells, sounds, and smaller creatures later afternoon you will drive to central Serengeti.

Main Destination:
Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Misako Luxury Camps & Lodges
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

After breakfast in the early morning, you will embark on a full-day game drive through the endless plains of Serengeti National Park. The park is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including the “Big Five”—lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, and leopard.

A hot lunch will be served inside the park at around 12:30 pm, accompanied by soft drinks and unlimited drinking water. You will have unlimited game drives until the evening, at which point you will transfer to the camp or lodge for dinner and your overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Misako Luxury Camps & Lodges
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Serengeti To Ngorongoro Crater

Serengeti To Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, your safari guide will drive you directly to Ngorongoro Crater, you will descend over 600 meters into the crater to view wildlife. Supported by a year-round supply of water and fodder, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area is home to a wide variety of animals including herds of wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, elk, warthog, hippo and giant African elephants. Another big card for this scenic national park is its dense population of predators, which includes lions, hyenas, jackals, cheetahs and the ever-elusive leopard, which sometimes requires a trained eye to spot. We will visit Lake Magadi, a large shallow alkaline lake in the southwest corner, which is one of the main features of the crater. Large numbers of flamingos, hippos, and other waterfowl can usually be seen here and then your safari guide will drive to Engutoku tok Picnic site close to hippo pool later drive to Karatu.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Crater
Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)
High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)
Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

LionCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
HyenaAbundant
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ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
Marera Valley Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Karatu - Lake Manayara National Park

Karatu - Lake Manayara National Park

Following breakfast, you will set out for Lake Manyara National Park, celebrated for its breathtaking vistas and rich biodiversity. You'll embark on an invigorating game drive through the park, where you'll have the chance to encounter iconic tree-climbing lions, majestic elephants, and playful hippos. Keep your binoculars handy to spot a diverse array of bird species flitting about the park's lush landscapes. You'll pause for a delightful picnic lunch amidst the natural beauty of the park before resuming your exploration. As the sun begins to set, you'll make your way back to Arusha airport back to Zanzibar.

Main Destination:
Lake Manyara National Park
Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals)
High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded)
Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
Show more
LionOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.

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