Wildlife Experience Tanzania

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Arrival in Arusha/Jro Airport – Arusha

Arrival in Arusha/Jro Airport – Arusha

Program of the day: You will arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport, where our driver will meet you and take you to your hotel in Arusha for dinner and overnight stay.

Arusha is a peaceful town at the base of Mount Meru and is the starting point for many safaris in northern Tanzania.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Pembeni River House
  • Mid-range lodge
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Arusha - Tarangire

Arusha - Tarangire

Program of the day:

After breakfast, our driver guide will pick you at your hotel and then drive to Tarangire National Park for game drive. We’ll register at the park gate and begin our game drive. Look out for herds of elephants and the striking baobab trees. After the game drive, we’ll head to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Tarangire is renowned for its large elephant herds and impressive baobab trees. As we explore, you'll have the chance to spot a variety of wildlife, including zebras, impalas, lions, cheetahs, and leopards in their natural habitat.

Main Destination:
Tarangire National Park
Best Time To Visit July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River)
High Season June to October (The park is full of visitors)
Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP

ElephantAbundant
GiraffeCommon
LionCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
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HippoCommon
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Farm of Dreams Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Karatu - Central Serengeti

Karatu - Central Serengeti

Program of the day:

After breakfast, we’ll drive to the Central Serengeti, stopping first at Naabi Hill Gate to register before entering the park. You'll spend the day exploring the Serengeti, with a chance to see the Big Five and many other animals. In the evening, enjoy a sunset game drive before heading to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay. The following day, another exciting game drive awaits in the park.

Central Serengeti, also known as the Seronera area, is the heart of Serengeti National Park and is full of wildlife like lions, leopards, and elephants. It's famous for predator sightings and plays a key role in the Great Migration, with millions of wildebeest and zebras passing through each year.

Main Destination:
Central 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
Show more
GiraffeCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Kisura Serengeti Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Northern Serengeti

Northern Serengeti

Program of the day:

After breakfast, we’ll head to the northern Serengeti for a game drive, watching the great migration. The Mara River runs through the north, and this is where you can witness the most iconic scenes of the migration wildebeest plunging into crocodile-filled waters. Expect to see huge herds of zebra and wildebeest, plus predators like lions, cheetahs, and crocodiles waiting near the riverbanks. The day will end with a sunset drive, followed by dinner and an overnight stay at your campsite

The Northern Serengeti is known for its dramatic Mara River crossings during the Great Migration. It's a remote, less crowded area with stunning landscapes of rolling hills and acacia woodlands. This region offers excellent opportunities to see wildebeest, zebras, big cats, and crocodiles in action.

Main Destination:
Northern Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Tanzania Bush Camps Mara River
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

North - Central Serengeti

North - Central Serengeti

Program of the day:

After breakfast, we’ll continue with a game drive in the Northern Serengeti, exploring more of the area’s wildlife and landscapes. Later in the day, we’ll make our way back to the Central Serengeti for an overnight stay.

Central Serengeti, also known as the Seronera area, is the heart of Serengeti National Park and is full of wildlife like lions, leopards, and elephants. It's famous for predator sightings and plays a key role in the Great Migration, with millions of wildebeest and zebras passing through each year.

Main Destination:
Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Kisura Serengeti Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Central Serengeti - Ngorongoro Crater

Central Serengeti - Ngorongoro Crater

Program of the day:

After breakfast, we’ll set off on our journey to Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive. As we descend into the crater, we’ll have the opportunity to see the Big Five and other amazing wildlife. Once the game drive is complete, we’ll drive to your lodge for an overnight stay.

Ngorongoro Crater, often referred to as 'Africa's Garden of Eden,' is a unique natural wonder located in northern Tanzania. The enormous crater was created over 2.5 million years ago when a large volcano, similar in size to Mount Kilimanjaro, erupted and collapsed.

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
Show more
ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
Farm of Dreams Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Lake Manyara – Arusha

Lake Manyara – Arusha

Program of the day:

After breakfast, we will head to Lake Manyara National Park for a game drive. Here, you can spot the renowned tree-climbing lions, large herds of elephants, and the vibrant birdlife surrounding Lake Manyara. The day will conclude with a drive to back to Arusha for dinner and overnight stay

Lake Manyara, a shallow, alkaline lake in northern Tanzania, is renowned for its breathtaking scenery and rich wildlife. Situated within Lake Manyara National Park, it offers a diverse landscape of lush groundwater forests, expansive grasslands, and hot springs. The park is especially famous for its large flocks of flamingos and the unique tree-climbing lions. The size of the lake varies according to seasonal rainfall.

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:
Pembeni River House
  • Mid-range lodge located near Lake Manyara NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Arusha – Arusha/Jro Aiport

Arusha – Arusha/Jro Aiport

Program of the day:

After breakfast, our driver will transfer you directly to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport. The drive takes about 1 hour, depending on traffic, marking the end of your unforgettable safari of a lifetime experience to an end.

Main Destination:
Kilimanjaro Airport
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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