Tour Overview
Embark on the Authentic Tanzania Sky Safari, an unforgettable journey through Tanzania's most iconic landscapes and wildlife havens. Begin your adventure in Arusha, a cultural melting pot, before heading to Tarangire National Park to witness the legendary Tree of Life. Discover the world's largest baboon populations at Lake Manyara National Park and explore the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site teeming with exotic wildlife. Experience the awe-inspiring Great Migration in Serengeti National Park, home to the African Big Five. Travel in comfort with all transportation provided in a 4x4 Safari vehicle and enjoy luxurious accommodations with daily meals included. Capture stunning photographs and immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry of Tanzania on this extraordinary safari tour. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: KILIMANJARO ARIPORT (JRO) ARRIVAL – ARUSHA (-/-/D)
Location: Kilimanjaro International Airport, Arusha, Lake Duluti
Accommodation Name: Arusha Serena Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
Welcome to Tanzania! Once you have arrived at the Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel in the City Centre of Arusha. Spend the night in the Arusha Serena Hotel, situated on the shores of Lake Duluti. Enjoy the comfort of staying in a cozy cottage-style room with the convenience of being in the Gateway of the Northern Safari Circuit. You can take advantage of the opportunities for walking, mountain biking, and canoeing available at the hotel (at your own cost)!
Overnight in Arusha ...more ...less
Day 2: ARUSHA – TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK (B/L/D)
Location: Arusha, Tarangire National Park
Accommodation Name: lodge in Tarangire Area
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend the morning at leisure and with safari briefing followed by a lunch. In the afternoon, board your safari vehicle and depart Arusha passing through the Masai Steppe filled with many picturesque African villages as well as maize, coffee and banana plantations. At the town of Makuyuni continue to Tarangire National Park Gate to clear formalities. Enter the park and begin exploring and game viewing as you continue to your lodge arriving for dinner.
Overnight in Tarangire Area
Day 3: TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK (B/L/D)
Location: Tarangire National Park, Makuyuni, Lake Manyara
Accommodation Name: lodge in Tarangire Area
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, you will board your safari vehicle for game viewing within the park in search of its large lion prides and elephant herds. Drive through the baobab tree lined park and explore the Silale swamp. Later return to your lodge for lunch. By the afternoon, drive north through the park and to the town of Makuyuni where you continue the journey through a scenic escarpment that brings you to your lodge, perched on the edge of the Rift Valley with stunning views over the distant Lake Manyara.
Overnight in Tarangire Area
Day 4: LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK - NGORONGORO CRATER (B/L/D)
Location: Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation Name: lodge in Ngorongoro Area
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, enjoy breakfast followed by a game drive in Lake Manyara National Park. Return to the lodge for lunch. Post lunch drive to Ngorongoro Crater, which is commonly referred to as the worlds largest natural wildlife arena. A UNESCO-protected World Heritage Site and an International Biosphere Reserve; the Ngorongoro Crater is the worlds largest intact volcanic caldera. The craters of the Ngorongoro are preserved entirely for wildlife, while the rest of the Conservation Area is shared by wildlife, people, and livestock. Due to its great size and rich diversity, the floor of the crater is comprised of several distinct areas, ranging from forests, swamps, lakes, and springs to open grasslands and sandy dunes
Overnight in Ngorongoro Area
Day 5: NGORONGORO CRATER (B/L/D)
Location: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation Name: lodge in Ngorongoro Area
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
A highlight awaits you this morning as you depart to explore what is commonly referred to as the Worlds largest natural wildlife arena. After an early breakfast, you drive to the crater entry gate and descend with a picnic lunch through the early morning mists and 2,000 feet into the crater. Ngorongoro Crater is the Worlds largest intact volcanic caldera. Due to its size and diversity, the crater floor is comprised of several distinct areas, ranging from forest, swamps, lakes and springs, to open grassland and some sandy dunes. A truly unique wildlife experience. A picnic lunch box is served near a pond populated with hippos. Return to the lodge for dinner.
Overnight in the Ngorongoro Area
Day 6: NGORONGORO CRATER - SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK (B/L/D)
Location: Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti National Park
Accommodation Name: camp in Serengeti National Park Area
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, enjoy breakfast followed by exhilarating game viewing en route through Serengeti National Park. Grab your camera to expand your gallery of breathtaking images as the day unfolds and head towards the camp for lunch. You have an afternoon to enjoy the camps facilities. In the evening, enjoy your dinner under the stars.
Overnight in Serengeti National Park Area
Note: ** During the months of June to October when the camp is in the Northern Serengeti, the drive from Ngorongoro to Northern Serengeti can be a longer one and could take ±6hrs)
Day 7: SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK (B/L/D)
Location: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation Name: camp in Serengeti National Park Area
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Following breakfast, you have a full day of game viewing in Serengeti National Park with a bush lunch. Serengeti is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which has in recent times been declared a Worldwide Wonder. This fascinating site is undoubtedly one of the most famous wildlife sanctuaries in the world. Serengeti National Park is located approximately 320 kilometers to the northwest of Arusha, sitting in a high plateau between the Ngorongoro highlands and the Kenya-Tanzania border. The park almost stretches to Lake Victoria to the west, covering a total area of 14,763 square kilometers. Appropriately named the “endless plains” by the Maasai people, you will discover the immensity of the Serengeti as you enter the southeastern plains of the park. In the evening, you return to the camp for dinner.
Overnight in Serengeti National Park Area
Day 8: SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK (B/L/D)
Location: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation Name: camp in Serengeti National Park Area
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Waking up with the animals of the Serengeti, today you have another full day of game viewing in Serengeti National Park with a picnic hamper lunch. Grab your camera to snap up striking images as the day unfolds; lions relaxing after the morning hunt, elephants guarding their young and herds of wildebeest grazing alongside zebra. You then head to a vantage point to enjoy a spectacular African sunset with drinks and canapes. Enjoy a farewell dinner this evening under the stars of the Serengeti Plains.
Overnight in the Serengeti National Park Area
Day 9: NGORONGORO CRATER – ARUSHA – JRO AIRPORT (B/L/-)
Location: Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha, Kilimanjaro Airport
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for the scheduled Auric Air flight to Arusha. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch at Arusha Coffee Lodge before transferring to Kilimanjaro Airport for your onward flight.
What's Included
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Transportation
All transportation is provided in a 4x4 Safari vehicle, ensuring a comfortable and adventurous journey through Tanzania's stunning landscapes.
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Meet and Greet Services
Meet and greet services are included.
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English-speaking Driver-guide
Services of an English-speaking driver-guide are included.
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Game Drives
Game drives as per the itinerary are included.
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Sightseeing
Sightseeing as per the itinerary is included.
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Park Entrance Fees
Park entrance fees as per the itinerary are included.
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Local Taxes
All applicable local taxes are included.
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Mineral Water
One bottle of mineral water per person per day during game drives is included.
What's Not Included
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Personal Expenses
Items of a personal nature, tips, and gratuities are not included.
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Visa Fees
Visa fees are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included.
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Unlisted Items
Items not mentioned as included are not part of the package.
Mode of Transport
All transportation is provided in a 4x4 Safari vehicle, ensuring a comfortable and adventurous journey through Tanzania's stunning landscapes.
Accommodation
Enjoy 08 nights of luxury accommodation on a twin-sharing basis at listed lodges or similar, with daily breakfast, 09 lunches, and 09 dinners included.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of vehicle is used for transportation during the tour?
All transportation is provided in a 4x4 Safari vehicle, ensuring a comfortable and adventurous journey through Tanzania's stunning landscapes.
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What meals are included in the tour package?
The tour includes daily breakfast, 9 lunches, and 9 dinners. Additionally, one bottle of mineral water per person per day is provided during game drives.
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Are there any activities available at the Arusha Serena Hotel?
Yes, at the Arusha Serena Hotel, you can take advantage of opportunities for walking, mountain biking, and canoeing, although these activities are at your own cost.
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What wildlife can be expected to be seen in Tarangire National Park?
In Tarangire National Park, you can expect to see large lion prides, elephant herds, and the park's famous baobab trees.
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What is unique about the Ngorongoro Crater?
The Ngorongoro Crater is the world's largest intact volcanic caldera and is a UNESCO-protected World Heritage Site. It is known for its diverse ecosystems, including forests, swamps, lakes, springs, open grasslands, and sandy dunes, making it a unique wildlife experience.
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What can be expected during the game drives in Serengeti National Park?
During the game drives in Serengeti National Park, you can expect to see a variety of wildlife, including lions, elephants, wildebeest, and zebras. The park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is famous for its vast plains and diverse wildlife.
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Is there a farewell event included in the tour?
Yes, there is a farewell dinner under the stars of the Serengeti Plains, where you can enjoy a spectacular African sunset with drinks and canapes.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes, but only in case it was previously agreed by both sides and arranged by us.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Our e-document package includes all local contact details, daily itinerary, airline e-ticket information, service vouchers, and travel tips which should be everything you require to go on your trip.
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If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?
You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
No, not as standard. Solo travellers can book and occupy their own room for a supplement.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
We have been organizing unforgettable trips since 2001.
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Can I arrange flights via Indus Travels, too?
In some cases, yes. Indus Travels can provide flights from/to selected departure points in the USA. If you would like a quote inclusive of flights, please let us know and we'll be happy to check the details for you!
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
Changes to an existing reservation up to the Final Payment Date, whatever the cause, will incur a $100 per person amendment fee, potential loss of any supplier fees (such as non-refundable event tickets, park permits, and sea cruise reservations) plus any costs for replacement services. On/ after the Final Payment Date, the $100 change fee is no longer valid, instead cancellations terms apply.
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Cancellation Policy
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Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Authentic Tanzania Sky Safari
9 Days Starting in Arusha, Tanzania and ending in Arusha
Visiting: Arusha, Lake Duluti, Tarangire National Park, Makuyuni, Lake Manyara, Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti National Park ...more ...less
Tour operator:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 2
