Serengeti safari by Saunterland Africa Tours

5  DAYS TASTE OF TANZANIA SAFARI ITINERARY

Explore the most famous wildlife havens, ‘Serengeti National Park’, Ngoro Ngoro Conservation area, Tarangire and Lake Manyara known for year-round exceptional and abundant wildlife. Certainly a thrilling African Savannah experience!

DAY 1: TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK EXPLORATION

You will be picked up from the airport or a city hotel in the morning  and depart for Tarangire National Park, a striking wilderness famous for its prehistoric, giant baobab trees that dominate the horizon. This park protects one of the largest and most dense elephant populations in Africa, allowing you to witness massive family herds browsing through the bush. Pop open the safari roof for an immersive game drive along the life-giving Tarangire River, tracking iconic wildlife like towering giraffes, buffalos, zebras, and wildebeests. Keep a sharp eye on the terrain, as you might catch a glimpse of a lion pride stalking through the tall grass or an elusive leopard relaxing in the branches above. After an extensive day of exploration, drive to Karatu for a warm dinner and your overnight stay at your safari hotel.

 Alojamiento:

Comidas:

  •  lunch and dinner
  • Agua potable (bebidas alcohólicas y de otro tipo no incluidas)

DAY 2: KARATU TO CENTRAL  SERENGETI

After an early breakfast, depart Karatu and transit through the breathtaking Ngorongoro Conservation Area, descending onto the endless, iconic savannas of Serengeti National Park. Upon entry into Serengeti park, pop open the safari roof for a thrilling game drive through this legendary wildlife haven. Explore the plains in search for big cats such as lions, leopards and cheetahs .Navigate past ancient granite kopjes where lion prides keep watch, and drive alongside massive herds of elephants, buffalos, and graceful gazelles. Near the water, you will spot wallowing hippos and giant crocodiles basking on the riverbanks. As the sun sets, paint the sky in brilliant oranges , head to your safari camp for check-in, dinner and overnight.

 Alojamiento:

Comidas:

  • Desayuno, comida y cena
  • Agua potable (bebidas alcohólicas y de otro tipo no incluidas)

DAY 3 : FULL DAY EXPLORATION OF CENTRAL SERENGETI

Immerse yourself in a full day of untamed adventure with picnic lunch boxes  across the endless plains of the Central Serengeti, a majestic UNESCO World Heritage Site and the crown jewel of Africa’s wilderness.

The Central Serengeti is an ecological marvel, alive with the raw drama of nature. Prepare your camera for unforgettable encounters with Africa’s iconic apex predators: lions patrolling their kopje kingdoms, elusive leopards draped over sausage tree branches, and lightning-fast cheetahs scouting the savannah. Watch massive herds of elephants and buffalos move seamlessly alongside herbivores such as  topis, hartebeests, elands, and graceful Thomson’s and Grant’s gazelles. Near the riverbanks, giant crocodiles bask in the sun, guarding the ancient waterways.

As the sun sets, the savanna comes alive with the calls of native birds and owls. Return to camp for a delicious and an overnight stay surrounded by the soothing sounds of the African bush

Alojamiento:

Comidas:

  • Desayuno, comida y cena
  • Agua potable (bebidas alcohólicas y de otro tipo no incluidas)

DAY 4: SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK TO NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA

Después del desayuno, partirá con fiambreras para picnic hacia el cráter del Ngorongoro, considerado por algunos como la Octava Maravilla del Mundo. Al contemplar por primera vez esta vasta y verde caldera desde el mirador panorámico, comprenderá rápidamente por qué se ha ganado tan alta reputación.

Hogar de más de 120 especies de mamíferos, incluyendo los legendarios Cinco Grandes, el Área de Conservación de Ngorongoro es uno de los destinos de safari más codiciados del mundo. Es un lugar ideal para ver al rinoceronte negro, una especie en peligro de extinción, disfrutando de una comida solitaria en las praderas, así como para observar grandes cantidades de hipopótamos disfrutando del agua fresca. Desde la comodidad de sus vehículos descapotables, podrán observar y fotografiar algunos de los rostros más reconocibles de África.

Por la tarde, será trasladado a Karatu para cenar y pasar la noche.

Alojamiento:

Comidas:

  • Desayuno, almuerzo y cena
  • Agua potable (bebidas alcohólicas y de otro tipo no incluidas)

DAY 5: LAKE MANYARA EXPLORATION AND TRANSFER TO ARUSHA

After an early breakfast, depart Karatu and descend into Lake Manyara National Park, a breathtaking sanctuary where a lush ground-water forest meets a dramatic soda lake. Pop open the safari roof to explore the dense acacia woodlands, world-renowned as the exclusive haunt of Manyara’s legendary tree-climbing lions and impressively tusked elephants. As you drive through the ever-changing landscapes, look out for massive troops of playful baboons, wallowing hippos, and towering giraffes. The park is also an absolute paradise for birdlife, home to over 400 species where thousands of bright pink flamingos blanket the lake shallows alongside pelicans and storks. Following an extensive game drive, you will be transferred to Arusha with drop off at the airport or a city hotel bringing to an end a magical safari under the African blues.

Comidas:  

  • Breakfast and lunch
  • Agua potable (bebidas alcohólicas y de otro tipo no incluidas)

 

SAFARI QUOTE (6 PAX)- 1ST JAN TO 31ST DECEMBER 2026/2027

  • Price from USD 2150 pps

 

TOUR INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS

WHAT IS INCLUDED

✓ All national park entry fees and concession fees
✓ All scheduled safari activities (except those labeled optional)
✓ Daily meals as specifically indicated in the itinerary
✓ Comprehensive, unlimited game drives
✓ accommodations in safari 3 star camps, lodges, and city hotels
✓ Services of a professional, certified driver-guide
✓ Transport and game drives in a customized, open-roof 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser
✓ All government taxes and Value Added Tax (VAT)
✓ Roundtrip airport and hotel group transfers

WHAT IS EXCLUDED

✗ International flights and airline tickets
✗ Day room charges on the final day for late evening departures
✗ Extra meals, soft drinks, and alcoholic beverages
✗ Personal items, souvenirs, travel insurance, and visa fees
✗ Unexpected increases in hotel or lodge seasonal surcharges
✗ Extra airport transfer fees for group members arriving or departing on separate flights
✗ Any future government-imposed increases in taxes or park entry fees
✗ Optional activities (e.g., Serengeti balloon safaris, Maasai village visits, Mto wa Mbu cultural tours)

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