Tanzania Wildlife Safari
Package rate
$4,399 / PPS
Duration
6 Days / 5 Nights
Destination
Tanzania
Itinerary Overview
Experience the ultimate Tanzania safari adventure as you explore three of the country's most iconic wildlife destinations: Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater. This carefully designed safari offers exceptional opportunities to see the Big Five, vast herds of wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable African sunsets. Travel in a comfortable 4x4 safari vehicle with an experienced professional guide while staying in carefully selected lodges and tented camps. Whether you are a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, this safari promises an authentic and memorable journey through the heart of Tanzania's wilderness.
Tour Highlights
- Explore three of Tanzania’s most iconic safari destinations: Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater.
- Experience thrilling game drives in search of the famous Big Five: lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino.
- Discover Tarangire National Park, renowned for its massive elephant herds and majestic baobab trees.
- Enjoy two nights in the world-famous Serengeti National Park, home to abundant wildlife and the Great Migration (seasonal).
- Visit the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s best wildlife-viewing destinations.
- Travel in a comfortable 4x4 Land Cruiser safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for optimal wildlife viewing and photography.
- Be accompanied by an experienced and knowledgeable professional safari guide throughout the journey.
- Stay in carefully selected lodges and tented camps that offer comfort, hospitality, and excellent locations.
- Witness stunning African landscapes, from rolling highlands and vast savannahs to volcanic craters and acacia-dotted plains.
- Enjoy unforgettable wildlife encounters and exceptional photography opportunities in Tanzania’s most celebrated national parks.
- Itinerary
- What's Included
- What's Not Included
- Important Notes
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrival in Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your professional safari guide and transferred to your accommodation in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, you may relax at the lodge, enjoy the beautiful surroundings, and prepare for the adventure ahead. In the evening, your guide will provide a detailed safari briefing, introducing you to the itinerary and sharing useful information about the wildlife and destinations you will visit. Enjoy a delicious dinner and a comfortable overnight stay in Arusha.
Arusha – Tarangire National Park
After an early breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s most scenic wildlife destinations. Famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse ecosystems, Tarangire offers excellent game-viewing opportunities throughout the year. Enjoy a full-day game drive as you search for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, and a variety of bird species. A picnic lunch will be served inside the park, allowing you to maximize your time in the wilderness. In the late afternoon, proceed to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Tarangire – Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, depart for Serengeti National Park, traveling through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area with breathtaking views of the highlands and plains. Along the way, enjoy game viewing as you gradually enter one of Africa’s most famous wildlife ecosystems. Arrive in Central Serengeti in time for an afternoon game drive, where you will begin exploring the endless plains and searching for predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards, along with large herds of herbivores. Later in the evening, proceed to your camp for dinner and overnight stay in the heart of the Serengeti.
Full-Day Serengeti National Park Safari
Today is dedicated to exploring the magnificent Serengeti National Park, home to one of the greatest concentrations of wildlife on Earth. After breakfast, set out for a full-day game drive across the vast savannah plains, following wildlife movements and searching for the Big Five. Depending on the season, you may witness parts of the Great Migration, one of the world's most spectacular natural events. Throughout the day, your experienced guide will help you spot a variety of animals, including lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, hyenas, giraffes, zebras, and countless bird species. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your adventure. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.
Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in the Serengeti, taking advantage of another opportunity to spot wildlife as the animals begin their day. Later, depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its stunning landscapes and rich wildlife. Along the way, enjoy scenic views of the highlands, volcanic craters, and traditional Maasai settlements. Arrive at your lodge in the late afternoon, where you can relax and take in the spectacular surroundings before dinner and an overnight stay.
Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha – Departure
After an early breakfast, descend 600 meters into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. Often referred to as Africa’s "Garden of Eden," the crater is home to an incredible concentration of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, hyenas, and the rare black rhino. Enjoy excellent game viewing on the crater floor while surrounded by breathtaking scenery. After a picnic lunch, ascend the crater and begin your journey back to Arusha. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport for your onward flight, marking the end of your unforgettable Tanzania safari adventure.
Thank you for choosing Johnsteps Safaris. We look forward to welcoming you back to Tanzania for another extraordinary adventure.
What's Included
- Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
- Accommodation as specified in the itinerary
- All meals during the safari (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
- All national park and conservation area entrance fees
- Ngorongoro Crater service fee
- Private 4x4 Land Cruiser safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Unlimited bottled mineral water during the safari
- Government taxes and VAT
- Game drives as mentioned in the itinerary
- Picnic lunches during game drives
- Accommodation is subject to availability; similar lodges or camps of the same standard may be provided if necessary.
What's Not Included
- International and domestic flights
- Tanzania visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities for the safari guide and lodge staff
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Hot Air Balloon Safari in Serengeti
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Personal expenses (laundry, telephone calls, souvenirs, etc.)
- Additional accommodation before or after the safari unless specified
- Any items not specifically mentioned under "What's Included"
Important Information
A valid passport with at least six months' validity from the date of travel is required.
Most visitors require a Tanzania visa. Please check the latest visa requirements before traveling.
This safari operates year-round and can be customized to suit your travel dates and preferences.
Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed, but the parks visited offer some of the best game-viewing opportunities in Africa.
Comfortable clothing in neutral colors, a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a camera are recommended.
Temperatures can vary, especially in the Ngorongoro Highlands, so a light jacket or warm clothing is advisable.
Accommodation is subject to availability at the time of booking. Similar lodges or camps of the same standard may be provided when necessary.
Please inform us in advance of any dietary requirements, allergies, or special requests.
Children are welcome on safari, and family-friendly arrangements can be made upon request.
Payment terms, cancellation policies, and booking conditions will be provided upon confirmation of your reservation.