- Lake Nakuru, Maasai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Lake Manyara
WHEN TO GO – SEASONS.
January Through December.
A wonderful time to be in northern Tanzania! The green wilderness, the presence of predators, and the migration of herds to the southern Serengeti must create a truly captivating natural spectacle. Tarangire’s resident game population and the abundant wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater offer unique opportunities for wildlife enthusiasts.
The moderate number of visitors at this time ensures a more peaceful and immersive experience with nature.
A wonderful time to be in northern Tanzania! The green wilderness, the presence of predators, and the migration of herds to the southern Serengeti must create a truly captivating natural spectacle. Tarangire’s resident game population and the abundant wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater offer unique opportunities for wildlife enthusiasts.
The moderate number of visitors at this time ensures a more peaceful and immersive experience with nature.
A wonderful time to be in northern Tanzania! The green wilderness, the presence of predators, and the migration of herds to the southern Serengeti must create a truly captivating natural spectacle. Tarangire’s resident game population and the abundant wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater offer unique opportunities for wildlife enthusiasts.
The moderate number of visitors at this time ensures a more peaceful and immersive experience with nature.
Exploring the eastern Serengeti plains and the Ngorongoro Crater during April must be truly breathtaking with the vibrant greens and abundant wildlife. The fewer safari vehicles would definitely contribute to a more intimate and immersive experience in nature.
A wonderful time to explore the beauty of Tanzania’s wilderness, with more rain adding to the lush greenery of the landscape. The lower number of safari vehicles during this time allows for a more peaceful and less crowded safari experience, giving visitors the opportunity to appreciate the abundant wildlife in a serene setting.
Exploring the eastern Serengeti plains and the Ngorongoro Crater during May can be particularly rewarding, as these areas are rich in wildlife and offer spectacular views of the natural surroundings, The green wilderness provides a stunning backdrop for observing the diverse flora and fauna that call these regions home.
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.
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.
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.
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: Mid range-Tented Camp and Lodges.
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport – Nairobi
Nairobi – Lake Nakuru
Distance Approx: 176km – 2.5hrs drive
Activities:
The safari starts at Lake Nakuru Park after breakfast. We arrive at the lodge for lunch before setting out for a late afternoon game drive. The park displays spectacular scenery of the lake, yellow backed acacia forest and the Great Rift Valley escarpment. It is also famed for its shallow soda water but has been expanding day by day for some years now. It is home to lesser flamingos.
The Black Rhino and White Rhino can also be seen here. The lake shore is the best place for watching waterfowl at close range. The leopard and lions share this inspiring nature together with giraffe, buffalo, zebra and bush-buck. You will return to your lodge as the sun sets for dinner.
-Overnight stay at Lake Nakuru lodge
Lake Nakuru – Maasai Mara.
Distance Approx. 310km – 6hrs drive.
Activities: Game viewing.
Program: The safari begins after breakfast. We’ll drive west to the Maasai Mara National game reserve. Lunch is served when we arrive at the camp. After lunch we set out for an afternoon of game viewing. We will return to the lodge by sunset.
-Overnight at OL – Moran Tented Camp or similar
Maasai Mara Game Reserve Game Drive
Activities: Game viewing
Safari starts after breakfast for a full day game drive at Maasai Mara, the reserve offers great chances to explore the rich flora and fauna. Wildlife meandering along Mara River a home to flotillas crocodiles and the “Big Five”. Between August and December is the amazing picturesque great migration crossing. A picnic lunch will served at the park. Then you will continue game driving and return to your lodge by sunset.
-Overnight stay at OL Moran Tented Camp
Masasai Mara – Serengeti National Park
Activities: Game viewing
Program: After an early breakfast your expedition will head to the Serengeti via the Isbania border. You will meet our Feline Safrais Tanzania Limited™ 4WD Land-Cruiser. After visa procedures you will board and takeoff to Serengeti. Past the scenic Mara River to camp for dinner and overnight stay.
-Overnight stay at Hippo Trail Tented Camp
Full Day Serengeti National Park
Activities: Game viewing
Program: the day starts with breakfast. Then we depart for a full day of game viewing. The Serengeti is famous for its vast open grasslands, a paradise for bigger lion prides, elephant, buffalo, eland, giraffe, zebra and gazelle. The rivers host larger numbers of hippo, crocodile and waterfowl species. Picnic lunch will be served, followed by more exploring of the Serengeti. We will return to the camp as the evening sets.
-Overnight stay at Hippo Trail Tented Camp
Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro
Distance Approx. 161 kilometers
Activities: Game viewing
Program: You will leave the camp after breakfast for some wildlife viewing. The stunning horizon southeast and massive kopjes (granite rocks) dot the plains. Many predators and wildlife use these rocks as shelter on hot days.
Lunch will be served at the plains before we exit the Naabi main gate. Then we head to the rim of the Ngorongoro crater, to arrive at the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
-Overnight stay at Rhino Lodge
Ngorongoro crater – Karatu
Activities: Game viewing
Program: Game viewing at the crater starts after an early breakfast. A diversity wildlife, includes-buffalo, wildebeest, zebra, gazelle, hippo, rhino and hyena clans you won’t find elsewhere. A picnic lunch will be served in the afternoon. Then we will ascend the crater wall and head to the lodge for the evening siesta.
-Overnight stay at Marera Valley lodge
Lake Manyara National Park – Arusha
Distance Approx. 120km 2hrs drive
Program: The day begins with breakfast. We will descent the Great Valley escarpment to its basement. Diverse habitats, dense woodlands, the Great Rift Valley wall and a shallow alkaline lake. This wilderness is a paradise to many waterfowl species. Elephant, buffaloes, giraffes and Impala harem roam between the open plains and the forested Valley slopes. Several hundred Olive Baboon troops, Sykes (blue monkey) hippo, lions and many more are park residents. In the afternoon you will stop for a picnic lunch by then continue on a game viewing before drive back to Arusha.
-Overnight stay at Kahawa Lodge
You will be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport to fly out of the country or Arusha Domestic Airport and fly to Zanzibar or join another wildlife safari if extended excursions are selected.
- EAST AFRICA EXPEDITION
- ITEMS INCLUDED
- ITEMS EXCLUDED
- PRICE FROM: $4,925pps
- All entry fees,
- Governments Taxes,
- Unlimited Mineral water while on safari.
- All accommodations while on safari in full board (FB) basis.
- Accommodation night upon your arrival in Nairobi and after a safari in bed and breakfast (bb) basis,
- Service of Professional English speaking driver guide. Option of French, Spanish and Germany speaking guide during your safari bookings.
- All transfers mentioned above, upon your arrival in Nairobi (NBO) and departure from Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha domestic airport.
- 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