A 4-day wildlife safari in Tanzania provides an excellent opportunity to explore some of the most iconic national parks and experience the rich biodiversity of the country. This itinerary combines wildlife viewing, stunning landscapes, and cultural experiences.
Morning:
Arrival in Arusha: Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to Arusha (if you arrive the day before, this can be a rest day).
Briefing: Meet your guide for an orientation about your safari.
Mid-Morning:
Depart for Tarangire National Park: Leave Arusha and drive approximately 2 hours to Tarangire National Park.
Afternoon:
Game Drive in Tarangire: Upon arriving, embark on an afternoon game drive. Tarangire is known for its large herds of elephants and iconic baobab trees. Look for lions, giraffes, zebras, and various antelope species, as well as an incredible variety of birds.
Lunch:
Picnic Lunch: Enjoy a packed lunch in the park while appreciating the natural beauty around you.
Evening:
More Game Drive: Continue your exploration of Tarangire before heading to your accommodation.
Overnight: Stay at a lodge or tented camp near Tarangire National Park.
Dinner: Enjoy dinner at your accommodation and relax under the stars.
Early Morning:
Morning Game Drive: Start your day with a morning game drive, taking advantage of the cooler temperatures when wildlife is more active.
Breakfast:
Return for Breakfast: Head back to your lodge or campsite for breakfast.
Mid-Morning:
Drive to Ngorongoro Crater: Depart Tarangire and drive to Ngorongoro Crater (approximately 3 to 4 hours).
Afternoon:
Crater Tour: Descend into Ngorongoro Crater, one of Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Spend time observing wildlife, including elephants, lions, zebras, and the rare black rhinoceros.
Lunch:
Picnic Lunch: Enjoy a picnic lunch in the crater amidst the stunning scenery.
Evening:
Ascent from the Crater: After your game drive, ascend back to the rim of the crater.
Overnight: Stay at a lodge or tented camp near Ngorongoro.
Dinner: Dinner at your lodge.
Early Morning:
Optional Early Morning Crater Visit: If you’re up for it, consider a brief morning visit back into the crater for a last look at wildlife.
Breakfast:
Return to Lodge: Enjoy breakfast and then check out.
Mid-Morning:
Depart for Serengeti National Park: Drive to Serengeti (approximately 3-4 hours).
Afternoon:
Game Drive in Serengeti: Enter the Serengeti and immediately start your game drive. This park is famous for its impressive wildlife population. Depending on the time of year, you might witness the Great Migration.
Lunch:
Picnic Lunch: Enjoy a packed lunch while on the move, ideally at a scenic spot.
Evening:
Further Game Drive: Continue exploring the vast Serengeti plains, looking for lions, elephants, cheetahs, and other wildlife. Enjoy watching the sunset over the savannah.
Overnight: Stay at a lodge or tented camp in the Serengeti.
Dinner:Dinner at your accommodation.
Early Morning:
Morning Game Drive: After an early breakfast, set out for a morning game drive to capture the morning activity of wildlife.
Lunch:
Picnic Lunch: Enjoy lunch in the park, with the chance to observe wildlife around you.
Afternoon:
Afternoon Game Drive: Continue exploring the Serengeti in the afternoon. Consider visiting additional locations within the park, such as Olduvai Gorge or various wildlife hotspots.
Evening:
Return to Lodge: Head back to your lodge or camp for the night.
Dinner:Enjoy a farewell dinner at your accommodation.
Includes/Excludes
Cost Includes
- • Accommodation as stipulated in the itinerary;
- • Meal; as stipulated in the itinerary BB: Bed and breakfast, HB: Half , FB: Full body
- • Complimentary mineral water x1.5 lts per person in the safari vehicle
- • English/ French Speaking Driver Guide
- • 4x4 game viewing vehicles (window seat guaranteed, charging system& fridge)
- • Unlimited game drives
- • All transfers and activities
- • Park fee, Conservation fees and Community Development Fees
- • Enough Suitable space to loads for safari
- • All prices are VAT inclusive.
Cost Excludes
- • The price of your safari does not include:
- • International flights
- • Entry visa fees
- • Tips or Gratuities for the staff
- • Personal expenses such as beverages and laundry.
- • Telephones, e-mail and fax bills