- LAKE MANYARA + SEREENGETI + NGORONGORO CRATER
WHEN TO GO – SEASONS
- 1st June to 31 December
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This tour is not available at this time of year.
This tour is not available at this time of year.
This tour is not available at this time of year.
This tour is not available at this time of year.
This tour is not available at this time of year.
June is a fantastic time to visit Tarangire National Park! The abundance of wildlife and the chance to witness the Serengeti Wildebeest Migration must be truly awe-inspiring. The Norongoro Crater is definitely a must-see destination with its incredible wildlife viewing opportunities. since the number of vehicle is moderate in June, visitors can enjoy a more intimate and immersive experience with nature.
Dry Season in Tanzania, which is when wildlife congregates around water sources like rivers and ponds in places like Tarangire and Serengeti national Parks. The Ngorongoro Crater also teems with wildlife during this time.
If you are planning to visit during this busy season, it’s a good idea to book your safari vacation in advance to ensure availability.
An incredible natural spectacle with the Wildebeest migration in the Northern Serengeti and the picturesque Mara River crossing. The abundance of wildlife in the Ngorongoro Crater is sure to offer some unforgettable sightings as well.
If you are planning to visit during this busy season, it’s good idea to book your safari vacation in advance to ensure availability.
An incredible natural spectacle with the Wildebeest migration in the Northern Serengeti and the picturesque Mara River crossing. The abundance of wildlife in the Ngorongoro Crater is sure to offer some unforgettable sightings as well.
If you are planning to visit during this busy season, it’s good idea to book your safari vacation in advance to ensure availability.
The landscape is parched and wildlife congregates around water sources to quench their thirst. this can offer some incredible wildlife viewing opportunities as animal gather in close proximity to water, with a medium number of visitors in the parks during this time, it could be a great time to experience the beauty and wildlife of region without overwhelming crowds.
A beautiful and fascinating time to visit parks in Tanzania during the season of short rains, the weather is relatively mild with warm temperatures during the day and cooler nights. The sight of the first thunder showers over the Serengeti rolling plains must be a breathtaking experience, especially for the wildebeest herds.
The diversity of animals in Ngorongoro Crater and the Tarangire must be sights to be hold, and it’s great to know that the number of visitors in the parks is moderate in November, which allows for more peaceful and enjoyable safari experience.
A beautiful and fascinating time to visit parks in Tanzania during the season of short rains, the weather is relatively mild with warm temperatures during the day and cooler nights. The sight of the first thunder showers over the Serengeti rolling plains must be a breathtaking experience, especially for the wildebeest herds.
The diversity of animals in Ngorongoro Crater and the Tarangire must be sights to be hold, and it’s great to know that the number of visitors in the parks is moderate in December, which allows for more peaceful and enjoyable safari experience.
Detailed Itinerary
Accommodation Level: premium Tented Camp and Lodges.
Upon your arrival in Kilimanja International Airport you will be met by our airport representative and transferred to Kahawa House for pre-briefing and overnight stay before going out for a safari of your dream.
Arusha / Tarangire National Park
Driving Distance 118km 1hr 57 min
Activities: Game viewing.
Program: Departure is after breakfast head to Tarangire for game viewing, when dry season start the sun sucks the moisture from the earth, a dusty turns red, the grass dry to brown, the only river has shriveled, but still teems with wildlife. thirsty nomads have roam hundreds of drying miles knowing that the river never drys out.
Elephants herds excavate a dry river bed for underground stream, while migratory wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, impala, gazelle and eland congregate into a shrinking water.
Picnic lunch will be served, by then game viewing will move on, and as the evening set in you will be entering a hotel for dinner.
Overnight stay at Lake Manyara Serena Lodge
Lake Manyara Game Drive
Activities: game viewing.
Program: A day start with a breakfast, then game drive is at Lake Manyara Park, the park offer varied habitats, from underground water forest, a shallow alkaline Lake, grasslands and a wall of a Rift valley along the park.
A home to more than 470 bird species most of them water fowls, includes flamingos, egrets, African Jacana and so many other. Also the wilderness inhabits numerous baboon troops, buffalo, elephant, hippo, giraffe, water-buck, impala, bush-buck and dick dick antelope, in a lucky day, lions and leopard can also be seen hanging from trees.
Picnic lunch will be served, thereafter you’ll continue on game drive, after a remarkable game viewing you will be head to the hotel for dinner.
Overnight stay at Lake
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Overnight stay at Lake Manyara Serena Hotel
Lake Manyara / Serengeti National Park.
Driving distance.2 hr 31 min, 116.9km
Activities: game viewing.
Program: Start with a breakfast, then you’ll set out for a game drive en route along picturesque rim of the Ngorongoro crater, you will stop at a Maasai village, to learning their ancient culture still exist, by then continues on drive via the acacia woodland, before entering a horizon savannah of the Serengeti, as the afternoon set in, you will stop for a picnic lunch, thereafter continues on game viewing towards a park central valley, and as the evening set in, you will be entering a camp for dinner.
Overnight stay at Kubu kubu Luxury Camp.
Game Viewing in the Serengeti National Park.
Activities: Another day of exploring the Serengeti endless plains, a paradise to prides of lions and large packs of hyenas, elusive leopards range along the river valleys and wooded hills, cheetah hunt at the plains, rivers hosts hippos and crocodiles, the permanent water attract diverse herbivores, such as elephant, giraffes, buffalo, water-buck, warthog, impala and many more.
Picnic lunch will be served, thereafter you will move on game drive towards the northern Serengeti, between July and August mass wildebeest cross over the river, searching for productive pastures persist in the area. As the evening set in you will be entering a camp for dinner.
Overnight stay at Mara Mara Camp.
Full Day Serengeti National Park
Activities: Game viewing
Program: Start a day with a breakfast, then get aboard a safari vehicle and getting right along the epic Mara River, to be in a best location to view the wildebeest herds as it crossing, in a lucky day you will experience unique moments you never thought before, hundreds upon thousands wildebeests pound`s water that inhabits gigantic and hungry crocodiles.
As the afternoon set in, you will stop for a lunch, by then you will move on enjoying the game viewing, and in the evening you will return to the camp for dinner.
Overnight stay at Mara mara Camp
Serengeti Mara River / Central Serengeti
Activities: Game viewing.
Program: Game drive start after breakfast, is another morning of exploring the Mara River where you might have more chances to witness more wildebeest herds at the crossing, when the afternoon set in you will stop for lunch thereafter drive more east and entering a luxury camp as sunset.
Overnight stay at Mbuzi Mawe Camp .
Serengeti / Ngorongoro
Activities: game viewing.
Program: Set out after breakfast for more game drive en route via the eastern rolling plain, a place where you’ll find harmony with wilderness rhythms, as the afternoon set in you will stop for lunch before exit the park and drive to the Ngorongoro conservation Authority Area for overstay.
Overnight stay at Ngorongoro Serena Hotel.
Ngorongoro Crater / Arusha – Kilimanjaro International Airport
Program: To wake up very early for breakfast and head into the iconic Crater, is a pleasure to viewing abundant wildlife well before the crowds, the crater floor hold high density hyenas clans than elsewhere, that roam the Crater grassland preying and scavenging food from other, also, is a refuge to black rhino, when the afternoon set in, you will stop for lunch, by then you will continue on game drive before heading back to Arusha. Or Kilimanjaro International Airport and fly out of the country or to Zanzibar if more excursion extension will be selected.
What is the best time for this Tanzania Private Safari?
June to October: Dry season. Best for wildlife viewing + river crossings. Clear skies, less mosquitoes.
January to March: Calving season. See thousands of wildebeest babies + predators hunting. Green landscapes, fewer tourists.
We run this 5 day journey year-round. Each season has its magic.
Do I need a visa for Tanzania?
Yes. Most travelers need a Tanzania e-Visa. Apply online at least 2 weeks before travel at immigration.go.tz
Cost: $50 USD for single entry. Keep printed copy + passport for 6+ months validity.
Malaria and vaccines - what do I need?
Malaria: Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro are low malaria zones. Take prophylaxis as advised by your doctor. Use repellent + long sleeves at dusk.
Vaccines: Yellow Fever certificate required if arriving from yellow fever country. Routine vaccines: Hepatitis A, Typhoid recommended.
For your safety, consult your personal doctor 6-8 weeks before travel for medical advice specific to your health and home country.
What’s included in your 5 day private safari?
Vehicle: Private 4×4 Toyota Landcruiser safari vehicle with pop-up roof. Large windows + charging ports for every guest. Designed for luxury safari comfort.
Guide & Park: Professional English speaking guide + all national park fees + government taxes.
Accommodation: Luxury tented camps and lodges with en-suite bathrooms, hot showers, and premium bedding.
Meals & Drinks: All meals during safari. Bottled water daily. Gourmet picnic lunch with wine, beer, soda, and freshly brewed coffee served in the wild.
Is this Private Safari good for honeymoon?
Yes. We arrange private bush dinners, lunch and room upgrades for couples. Ask for honeymoon add-ons when booking.
What should I pack?
Neutral colors: khaki, green, brown. Light layers for mornings. Hat, sunglasses, binoculars. Camera with zoom lens. We send full packing list after booking.
How far in advance should I book?
3-6 months for June-Oct peak season. 1-2 months for green season. Private camps fill fast. Early booking = better camp choice + lower rates.
Can we fly to and from Serengeti instead of driving?
Yes. We can arrange both scheduled flights tickets for your Serengeti Plains Signature Journey.
Fly-in: Arusha Airport to Serengeti airstrips like Seronera or Kogatende. Saves 6 hours on the road + aerial views of Ngorongoro Crater.
Fly-out: Serengeti airstrips to Arusha Airport, Kilimanjaro Airport JRO, or Zanz
Why Choose Feline Safaris for Your Serengeti Plains Signature Journey?
For 15+ years, Feline Safaris has designed private journeys for travelers who want more than just game drives. Your Serengeti Plains Signature Journey is built around space, time, and authentic wildlife moments.
We avoid crowded viewpoints. Our guides use local knowledge to find private corners of Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro where elephants feed in peace and lions rest undisturbed.
From your first inquiry to drop-off at Arusha, JRO or Zanzibar, we handle every detail with Tanzanian hospitality. Private 4×4 Landcruiser, luxury camps, gourmet picnic with wine, and guides who know each animal by sight.
Most of our guests don’t just visit once. They return for more, because a Signature Journey with Feline Safaris feels personal, not packaged.
- PRICE FROM: $6,520pps.
- All entry fees,
- Government Taxes,
- Unlimited Mineral water while on safari.
- a bottle of wine and soft drinks on each day of safari.
- All accommodations while on safari in full board (FB) basis.
- Accommodation night upon your arrival in Arusha and after a safari in bed and breakfast (bb) basis,
- All transfers mentioned above, upon your arrival and departure from Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha domestic airport.
- Service of Professional English speaking driver guide. Option of French, Spanish and Germany speaking guide during your safari bookings.
- 4WD Land-Cruiser equipped with (popup) opened roofed for safaris, window seats, seat belts, radio wave, fridge and multiple outlet for recharging battery and device.
- Gratuity
- All Personal Items (Example toiletries, cameras)
- Excursions and activities not listed in the itinerary