6 Days – Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater unwinding the beauty of the world
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On this tour, we will cover the 3 most popular destinations in Tanzania – Tarangire National Park (1 night), Central Serengeti (3 nights), and Ngorongoro Crater (1 night). The tour starts and ends at Arusha. With our experienced driver guides, it will be a trip of a lifetime!
Included/Exclude
- Park Fees (for Non-Residents).
- Concession/ Camping Fees.
- Daily game drives while on Safari.
- A professional driver/ guide.
- 4x4 Land Cruiser.
- All Taxes and VAT.
- Meals as per itinerary.
- Drinking water while on safari (2 litres per person per day).
- International flights.
- Airport Transfers (Unless mentioned otherwise).
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour (Unless mentioned otherwise).
- Tips (Tipping guidelines).
- Personal Items (Souvenirs, Travel Insurance, Visa Fees, etc.).
- Government imposed increase of Taxes and or Park Fees.
- Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
Tour Plan
Day 1 - Arusha to Tarangire
Pick up at 8:30 AM from your hotel in Arusha and depart for Tarangire National Park with a picnic lunch for a full day game drive. Tanzania’s third largest National park is known for its majestic baobab trees that dot the landscape, dwarfing the animals that feed beneath them. The Tarangire River is the centerpiece of this park which is famous for some of the largest herds of elephants in Africa. Here you may see lion, leopard, cheetah, lesser kudu, buffalo, Oryx, eland, giraffe and zebra. Post the game drive, you will head back to your camp/lodge where a delicious dinner awaits you.
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Start the day with an early morning game drive in Tarangire National Park, organized by Geovannah Tanzania Adventures.
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Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the lodge before departing for the Serengeti National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world's most impressive wildlife sanctuaries.
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Travel through the beautiful landscapes of Tanzania, passing through local villages and vast grasslands, with opportunities to take photos and learn more about the local culture and environment.
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Along the way, stop for a refreshing picnic lunch, giving you the chance to stretch your legs and soak in the stunning surroundings.
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As you reach the Serengeti, embark on an afternoon game drive with Geovannah Tanzania Adventures, exploring the endless plains in search of the diverse wildlife that inhabits this region.
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Choose from two options for your game drives:
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Option 1: Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and depart for full-day game drives at 9:00 AM, with a packed lunch provided. Return to the lodge by 6:00 PM.
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Option 2: Embark on an early morning game drive at 6:00 AM, then return to your accommodation for breakfast and some relaxation. In the afternoon, depart for another game drive with a packed lunch.
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Explore the central region of Serengeti National Park, known as the Seronera area, which is one of the richest wildlife habitats in the park.
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Discover the Seronera River, an essential water source that attracts a diverse range of wildlife species.
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During the off-season of the Great Wildebeest Migration, keep an eye out for the many lion prides that thrive in this area, offering an excellent game-viewing experience year-round.
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Begin your day with a morning game drive in Serengeti National Park, organized by Geovannah Tanzania Adventures.
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After the game drive, return to your accommodation for breakfast and prepare for the journey to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
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Depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area with a picnic lunch provided by Geovannah Tanzania Adventures.
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Enjoy the scenic drive, passing through the diverse landscapes of Tanzania, from grasslands and savannas to volcanic craters and mountains.
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Arrive at the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its stunning natural beauty and abundant wildlife.
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Settle into your accommodation, and take some time to relax and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Ngorongoro Crater.
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In the evening, gather for a delicious dinner and a good night's rest, as you prepare for the adventures that await you in Ngorongoro.
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Begin your day with an early breakfast before embarking on a thrilling descent into the Ngorongoro Crater at approximately 6:30 AM, organized by Geovannah Tanzania Adventures.
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Discover the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, the world's largest inactive, intact, and unfilled volcanic caldera, spanning 260 sq km with a depth of over 2000 feet.
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Enjoy a 5-hour game drive across the crater floor, offering plenty of opportunities to witness diverse wildlife, including African elephants, buffalos, black rhinos, hippos, hyenas, cheetahs, and lions. Keep your camera ready for unforgettable moments.
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After the game drive, savor a picnic lunch at the stunning Hippo pool, surrounded by the majestic beauty of the Ngorongoro Crater.
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Begin your steep ascent to the top exit of the crater, marking the final leg of your unforgettable safari adventure.
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As you travel back to Arusha, take a moment to reflect on the incredible experiences and memories you've shared during your journey with Geovannah Tanzania Adventures.
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Upon arrival in Arusha, you will be dropped off at your preferred location by 6:00 PM.
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With a remarkable adventure and countless stories to share, bid a fond farewell to your safari team, as you bring your journey with Geovannah Tanzania Adventures to a close.
Transfers
This tour starts from Arusha. Kilimanjaro airport is the nearest international airport and Arusha airport is the nearest domestic airport. Please check our page on how to get to Arusha
Airport Pickup/Drop
Pickup or drop off at Arusha airport on the day of safari: No extra charge
Pickup or drop off at Kilimanjaro airport on the day of safari: USD 30 per vehicle
Airport to Hotel transfers
Transfer from Arusha airport to Arusha hotel or vice versa: USD 25 per vehicle
Transfer from Kilimanjaro airport to Arusha hotel or vice versa: USD 50 per vehicle
InterCity transfers
Transfer from Moshi to Arusha or vice versa: USD 100 per vehicle
Transfer from Nairobi to Arusha or vice versa: USD 275 per vehicle
Flights
We do not book International Flights.
We can book local flights based on availability. Below are indicative additional costs for local flights.
Intercity Flights
From Zanzibar to Arusha: From USD 100 per person (Morning flight)
From Dar es salaam to Arusha: From USD 90 per person (Morning flight)
From Arusha to Zanzibar: From USD 170 per person (Late Afternoon flight)
From Arusha to Dar es salaam: From USD 110 per person (Late Afternoon flight)
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This tour starts & ends at Arusha with road transfers between all locations. Central Serengeti is the farthest location you will be visiting in this tour and it is 7 hours from Arusha, each way. You can check about driving and flying to Serengeti here. To save drive time, you can directly fly into Central Serengeti where your safari vehicle with guide will be waiting to directly start the safari and cover other parks over the next few days making your way to Arusha by road on the last day. We will reroute the itinerary such that you cover all the parks included in the original itinerary with the same choice of accommodations & same number of nights as included in the original itinerary. This is called a Fly-in Safari
We can also reroute the itinerary such that you start with driving from Arusha on day 1 and cover other parks before you drive to Serengeti. We end the safari tour at Central Serengeti on the last day from where you can fly out to Ausha (or other cities). We will reroute the itinerary such that you cover all the parks included in the original itinerary with the same choice of accommodations & same number of nights as included in the original itinerary. This is called a Fly-out Safari.
Fly Into Serengeti
From Arusha to Central Serengeti: From USD 310 per person
From Zanzibar to Central Serengeti: From USD 370 per person
From Dar es Salaam to Central Serengeti: From USD 370 per person
Fly out of Serengeti
From Central Serengeti to Arusha: From USD 200 per person
From Central Serengeti to Zanzibar: From USD 420 per person
From Central Serengeti to Dar es salaam: From USD 420 per person
Note 1: Rates mentioned above are indicative and subject to change based on airlines and party(group) size
Note 2: In the Fly into Serengeti rates mentioned above, in addition to airfare, above rates also include cost to send the safari landcruiser with guide a day in advance to Serengeti, in time for your arrival & additional park fees that results due to rerouting of itinerary.
Note 3: Flights into Serengeti land at around 10:30 AM and game drives can start soon after landing while flights out of Serengeti depart around 11:00 AM and game drives can be done till about 45 min before flight departure.
Option E1: $2,106 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Marera Valley Lodge, Karatu from May 18, 2024 to May 19, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Moyo Authethic tented Lodge in Central Serengeti from May 19, 2024 to May 22, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Omega View Hotel, Karatu from May 22, 2024 to May 23, 2024 [Full Board]