Safaris in Tanzania
The safari below is our most popular itinerary and a good starting point. Should you have more time available we can also add extensions to this itinerary as mentioned below or create something different to suit your requests.
These are suggestions only, a safari can be tailor made to fit your requirements....
Itinerary example : Lake Manyara/Serengeti/Ngorongoro - 4 days/3 nights
Day 1 - Lake Manyara
This morning you will depart for Lake Manyara National Park. Spend the afternoon on a game drive of this park, described as one of the hidden gems of Tanzania. This park is famous for its tree climbing lions and large herds of elephant.
Overnight at Lake Manyara
This morning you will depart for Lake Manyara National Park. Spend the afternoon on a game drive of this park, described as one of the hidden gems of Tanzania. This park is famous for its tree climbing lions and large herds of elephant.
Overnight at Lake Manyara
Day 2 - Serengeti
After breakfast drive to one of the most famous game parks in Africa, the Serengeti. Here is home to millions of wilderbeest during the migration and over the huge flat plains you are likely to find lion, cheetah, leopard, elephant, giraffe, zebra, hyena and many other small predators. All afternoon will be spent on game drive before enjoying dinner and the experience of sleeping in the middle of the Serengeti.
Overnight in Seronera (the centre of the Serengeti)
After breakfast drive to one of the most famous game parks in Africa, the Serengeti. Here is home to millions of wilderbeest during the migration and over the huge flat plains you are likely to find lion, cheetah, leopard, elephant, giraffe, zebra, hyena and many other small predators. All afternoon will be spent on game drive before enjoying dinner and the experience of sleeping in the middle of the Serengeti.
Overnight in Seronera (the centre of the Serengeti)
Day 3 - Serengeti/Ngorongoro Crater
An early morning start in the Serengeti to try and find cats before they retreat away from the blazing sun during the day. After a few hours game drive in the Serengeti drive to the Ngorongoro Crater.
Overnight camp at the rooftop of the crater, providing amazing views.
Overnight camp at the rooftop of the crater, providing amazing views.
Day 4 - Ngorongoro Crater
This morning you will descend into the Ngorongoro Crater - a wonderful haven for wildlife. Ngorongoro is unique in that almost all the wildlife live within the crater walls hence you have the opportunity to find game easily. Rhino, in particular, can be seen regularly as well as prides of lion and other predators like cheetah. Enjoy lunch by the hippo pond before beginning your drive back to Arusha/Moshi.
Good additional nights to add to this itinerary :
Serengeti - (1 extra night)
Spend an extra day in the Serengeti. This provides you with one full day in the Serengeti (therefore morning and afternoon game drive) and allowing you to travel deeper into the park. Depending on the time of the year this extra night can sometimes be the difference as to whether you can travel far enough to find the migration.
Spend an extra day in the Serengeti. This provides you with one full day in the Serengeti (therefore morning and afternoon game drive) and allowing you to travel deeper into the park. Depending on the time of the year this extra night can sometimes be the difference as to whether you can travel far enough to find the migration.
Tarangire National Park - (1 or 2 nights)
Add another park into your itinerary. Tarangire is famous for tree climbing pythons or the rare and peculiar long necked gerenuk. With herds of up to 300 elephant, the migratory wilderbeest, zebra, buffalo, impala, gazelle, hartebeest and eland, Tarangire has the greatest concentration of wildlife outside the Serengeti. The best time for visiting this park is September - November.
Add another park into your itinerary. Tarangire is famous for tree climbing pythons or the rare and peculiar long necked gerenuk. With herds of up to 300 elephant, the migratory wilderbeest, zebra, buffalo, impala, gazelle, hartebeest and eland, Tarangire has the greatest concentration of wildlife outside the Serengeti. The best time for visiting this park is September - November.
Lake Natron - (2 nights)
Travelling through the rift valley, experience amazing views of Lake Natron, famous for millions of flamingo's and amazing sunrise/sunsets. Here you can spend a full day hiking or for those a little more adventurous, attempt climbing the Oldonyo-Lengai volcano at night. This volcano is active and an amazing experience. As a part of this extension you will see the true maasai way of life and you can visit a local untouched village (small extra cost).
Travelling through the rift valley, experience amazing views of Lake Natron, famous for millions of flamingo's and amazing sunrise/sunsets. Here you can spend a full day hiking or for those a little more adventurous, attempt climbing the Oldonyo-Lengai volcano at night. This volcano is active and an amazing experience. As a part of this extension you will see the true maasai way of life and you can visit a local untouched village (small extra cost).
Other options can include :
- Visiting a Maasai village (only takes an extra 1 or 2 hours within current itinerary)
- Visiting Lake Eyasi which is famous for visiting the Hadzabe ethnic tribe (also known as the Bushmen people). This tribe are most well known for their language which is a combination of clicks, rather than words. They live off the land and have an amazing informative talk to share with you about their way of life. Due to the location of this tribe an extra 1 night is required.
- Visiting Olduvai Gorge which takes 1 hour from your current itinerary. This gorge is regarded as one of the most important
prehistoric sites in the world. This area is very fascinating if you have interest in geology and palaeontology.
Maasai village 2 day/1 night trip :
Day 1 :
This morning you will drive from Moshi or Arusha to a local remote masai village. This village is not visited by many tourists and the local village members are keen to show you their way of life. Upon arrival you will be introduced to the village. Your afternoon starts with a lesson on their traditional maasai medicine. Once the men return from their day with their cattle you have the chance to milk the cows, help collect firewood and watch the sunset.
This evening you will experience a traditional Maasai goat ceremony and watch the Maasai dancing. Overnight accommodation in tents.
Day 2 :
Today you have much more to learn and discover about the maasai way of life. The men will show you the area where the boys are taught how to be men and here you will experience their spear throwing and have a jumping competition. One last activity for the trip includes the women teaching you about the art of their jewelry making. The maasai women learn this from a young age and you will have the opportunity to purchase some of their work.
After lunch commence your drive back to Arusha or Moshi.
Safari Costs :
A Tanzanian safari can be tailored to fit within your budget.
Group Camping Safaris : Perfect if your a single traveler or 2-3 people wanting others to join you and therefore keep the costs as low as possible. Prices start from approx USD$135 per person per day. *
Private Camping Safaris : Perfect if you already have a group of friends together or you are a couple wanting a private camping safari as just the two of you. Prices start from approx USD$135-$220 per person per day depending on how many people.
Group Lodge Safaris : Perfect if you want to stay at a lodge however want to save money and share your safari with others. Prices are very dependent on seasons and which lodges are chosen. Prices starting from USD$250 per person per day. *
Private Lodge Safaris : Perfect if you are a family, group of friends or a couple wanting a once in a lifetime safari. Prices are very dependent on seasons and which lodges are chosen. Contact us for more details.
* For group safaris we will always do our best to find other people to join you. Deposits and any commitment is not required until we confirm other people on your trip.
Safari price inclusions :
Park fees, camping fees/accommodation, all game drives, transport in a Toyota Landcruiser, all food, drinking water and if doing a camping safari all camping equipment (including sleeping bags if you don't have your own). All safaris are operated using a Toyota Landcruiser with pop up roof so you can stand and view the animals.
Safari additional costs :
* Tipping to your driver/guide : the recommended is minimum tsh10,000 (approx USD$7) per person per day.
* Camping safari : tipping to your cook, the recommended is minimum tsh5,000 (approx USD$3.50) per person per day.
* Tipping to your driver/guide : the recommended is minimum tsh10,000 (approx USD$7) per person per day.
* Camping safari : tipping to your cook, the recommended is minimum tsh5,000 (approx USD$3.50) per person per day.
* Lodge safari : drinks and items of personal nature at the lodges
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