8 Days Safari Kilimanjaro-Arusha-Tarangire-Ngorongoro-Karatu-Serengeti-Zanzibar Tour

Early morning you will be picked up from your hotel and drive to Tarangire National Park for a full day of game viewing and photographing. Named after the river that flows through the park, Tarangire National Park is one of the lesser known Tanzanian National Parks, giving it a real air of undiscovered Africa.

Famous for its tree climbing pythons, massive baobabs and large herds of elephant, Tarangire National Park is small but still home to a significant wildlife population, with a density of wildlife matched only by Ngorongoro. Birding is particularly good here; the swamps, tinged green year round, are the focus for 550 bird varieties; the most breeding species in one habitat

Today is committed to a full day game drive safari in Tarangire National Park. Imagine hundreds of zebra stripes reflecting in still waters. Imagine the looming silhouette of elephants burnt into the crimson sunset. Imagine the sight of ghostly baobab trees scattered across shimmering grasslands. These features are not figments of imagination – these features are just a taste of what Tarangire is all about!

The most spectacular feature of Tarangire is that it serves as a place of refuge for the largest elephant population in northern Tanzania.Elephant viewing in Tarangire is outstanding and it is likely that you will see hundreds of elephants in a single day. Set against stunning scenery,

elephant viewing will undoubtedly prove to be one of the biggest highlights for a safari in Tarangire. Tarangire is an incredible park that will reserve a special place in your heart and memories. Rest assured - no matter what time of year you choose to visit Tarangire, you’ll certainly be glad you did!

Accommodation: Night at Tarangire Simba Lodge with full board (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

Today, we will have another game drive to Tarangire National Park. Giant baobab trees, the bush savannah, and the seasonal marshes create an extraordinary landscape the covers rolling hills.

One of the lesser-known game reserves in Tanzania, Tarangire rivals the Serengeti in the great number and diversity of its wildlife. It is a good choice for travelers who wish to encounter more animals (particularly elephants as its renowned for frequent sightings) and less tourists while on safari.

The Tarangire National Park is also known as a wonderful birding destination. During the dry season, the Tarangire River is the only source of water in the area, which offers excellent sightings as it attracts the reserves abundant wildlife. The landscape is a photographers dream too, due to the high number of scenic baobab trees and its extensive marshlands that turn swathes of the reserve

You will also have a chance to see the beautiful Maasai giraffe, various gazelles and antelopes, buffaloes, lions, leopards, baboons, and over one hundred different species of birds. At the end of the day, we will drive back to your tented camp for the evening.

Accommodation: Overnight stay in safe, comfortable, and affordable accommodation on a full-board basis (breakfast, lunch, and dinner included).on safari.

Today, you will visit the Ngorongoro crater, the main feature is a large, unbroken, unfolded volcanic caldera. The crater, which formed when a giant volcano exploded and collapsed on itself some two to three million years ago, is 610m (2,000 ft.) deep and its floor covers 260 km² (100 sq. mi). The crater floor is mostly open grassland with two small wooded areas dominated by Acacia xanthophloea.

Game drives through the Ngorongoro Crater begin early in the morning in closed safari vehicles with pop – up roofs. Accompanied by an expert driver guide, a magnificent experience is sure to be had! The descent into the crater is one of scenic beauty, as you make your way through lush forests, home to numerous elephants and buffalo. As you reach the inside of the Ngorongoro Crater, marvelling at the incredible landscape around you, your guide will take you through the grassy crater floor, the unbelievable fever tree forest, the banks of Lake Magadi and the surrounding marshes.

Lunch is served picnic style, surrounded by the natural wonders around you as well as the exceptional wildlife, roaming freely, with which you share this extraordinary paradise. After lunch you will continue with an afternoon game drive with photographing and at the end of your day's game drive you will ascend from the Crater's floor and drive to your lodge arriving in time for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Accommodation at a quality property selected for safety, comfort, and convenience, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Today we will leave Karatu town driving through Ngorongoro Conservation Area and head to the vast plains of the Serengeti! We will see wildlife along the way, and of course when we reach Serengeti National Park you will have the chance to see the many animals that make the park so famous. The best vantage points and worthwhile areas are chosen to give you the best possible chance to observe animals and to capture your perfect photo.

The central Serengeti is home to the beautiful Seronera valley. Several perennial rivers run through this valley enabling many resident animals to thrive year round. The combination of location and resident prey attracts the largest populations of predators in Africa. It is this amazing abundance and diversity of easily-seen large predators that attracts thousands of visitors and hundreds of researchers to the Seronera river valley each year. There is simply no better place in Africa to observe these large carnivores and since many are resident, excellent encounters are available year round regardless of the season or where the great migratory herds are located. It is not unusual to see all four large predators (lion, hyena, leopard and cheetah) during the course of a day in the central Serengeti.

As well as the migration of ungulates, the Serengeti National Park is well known for its healthy stock of other resident wildlife, particularly the "Big Five", named for the five most prized trophies taken by hunters (lion, leopard, elephant, black rhinoceros & buffalo), the park also supports many further species, including cheetah, Thomson's and Grant's gazelle, topi, eland, waterbuck, hyena, baboon, impala, African wild dog and giraffe. The park also boasts about 500 bird species, including ostrich, secretary bird, Kori bustard, crowned crane, marabou stork, martial eagle, lovebirds and many species of vultures.

Accommodation: One night’s stay in a well-selected, secure, and comfortable lodging option within the destination area, with all meals provided.

Spend a full day exploring the vast Serengeti plains. Serengeti National Park quite simply offers the finest game viewing in all of Africa. Unrivaled concentrations of wildlife, stunningly beautiful landscapes and vast pristine areas make this region our number one pick.

You will rise early to enjoy an early morning game drive. At sunrise you may encounter animals grazing in the beautiful light of sunrise and predators may still be busy hunting before retiring to rest for the day. Sunrise on the Serengeti is not to be missed and extraordinary photographic opportunities will abound at this magical time of day. You have the option to return to your accommodation for a hot lunch or to opt for a packed lunch which can be enjoyed at one of the various picnic sites found in the Serengeti. After lunch you will continue on a game drive. Around the time of dusk be on the lookout for lion. Cheetah can also be spotted on the plains in the early morning and late afternoon when temperatures are not too high. They rely on daylight and speed to catch their prey. Hippo pods can be seen in the bigger pools and rivers while crocodiles can be seen sunning themselves on the riverbanks. You will return to Camp in time to enjoy a sundowner before your evening meal.

Accommodation: One-night stay in a suitable, well-managed hospitality facility located within the destination area, with complete meal service included throughout the stay.

After breakfast you will leave your camp/lodge for the transfer to the Serengeti airstrip. You will enjoy an early morning game drive enroute stopping for last minute game viewing and photographing. You will be required to arrive at the airstrip at least one hour before departure time. The flight usually takes about four hours so sit back and enjoy the scenic flight over the Serengeti plains and onto Zanzibar. The flight might touch down in Arusha to board other people.

Upon arriving at Zanzibar airport, you will be met by an East African Voyage representative who will pick you up and transfer you to your next destination. Upon your arrival at Zanzibar airport, our representative will meet you and drive you to your hotel for a first evening in the archipel.

Accommodation: Stay in a quality seaside or resort-style facility chosen for relaxation, security, and comfort, including breakfast and dinner during the stay.

You will be transferred from your hotel to Zanzibar Airport in time for your international departure flight. Please note that you will be required to arrive at the airport at least 3hrs prior to departure so be ready on time for your road transfer which takes at least an hour.