Tanzania Safari

  A Tanzania safari offers an unparalleled adventure through some of Africa’s most breathtaking landscapes and wildlife-rich parks. From the endless plains of the Serengeti, where the Great Migration unfolds, to the iconic Ngorongoro Crater, home to the Big Five, Tanzania provides an unforgettable safari experience. Visitors can explore the baobab-dotted Tarangire, the untamed wilderness of Ruaha and Katavi, or the remote beauty of Nyerere and Mahale, where chimpanzees roam. Whether it’s witnessing predators in action, gliding over the savannah in a hot air balloon, or immersing in Maasai culture, a Tanzania safari promises adventure, discovery, and the raw beauty of Africa. Safari Overview Safari Itinerary Price Inclusion    On this 10-day Family safari & Zanzibar, you will visit Tarangire whereby you will have an opportunity to see what the park has to offer starting from the giant baobab trees to the huge number of largest African Elephants inside Tarangire, Ngorongoro crater which is a UNESCO world heritage site and the best place to witness the endangered black rhino, Lake Manyara National Park which is the home to the tree climbing lions as well as its birds’ richness and Serengeti National Park which has the greatest concentration of wildlife as well as famous for its great migration and spend 2 nights inside the park. At the end of your safari, you will fly to Zanzibar. Day 1: Arrival Day – Kilimanjaro Airport – Arusha Upon arrival at the airport (Kilimanjaro or Arusha) you will be met by our representative and drive you to your accommodation in Arusha for overnight stay waiting for your adventures to start on the following day. Destination: Arusha. Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge. Meal plan: Bed & Breakfast. Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park Early morning after breakfast at around 8:00am, you will have a short briefing before you depart to Tarangire National Park. The park with its endless tree savannah including the impressive baobab trees and seasonal marshes is also home to the largest population of elephants in northern Tanzania. You are also likely to spot giraffes, buffaloes, lions, zebras, gnus and other types of antelopes and gazelles. Your guide will open the roof of the vehicle for excellent wildlife viewing. Hot Lunch will be served at around 12:30pm at the picnic site and after that you will continue to explore this incredible park. In the evening after exploration, you will drive straight to your accommodation in Karatu area for dinner and overnight stay. Destination: Tarangire National Park. Meals: Full Board (B, L & D). Accommodation: Bougainvillea Safari Lodge. Day 3: Karatu- Central Serengeti Early morning after breakfast at around 8:00am, you will drive straight to Serengeti National Park passing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and stop at a viewing pointhas a built pavilion that provides a near 180° view of the Ngorongoro crater. Continue your journey around the crater and descend the other side, enjoying your free “African massage” on the bumpy road, passing through Maasai villages on your way to the Serengeti National Park. At the Naabi Hill entrance gate, you can walk to a viewpoint with spectacular views across the endless plains of the Serengeti. Hot lunch will be served either at the gate or en-route towards the heart of Serengeti with an incredible set up by your guide inside the bush. The Serengeti National Park is home to the largest concentration of wildlife than anywhere else on the planet. You will have an unlimited drive until in the evening where you will drive straight to your tented camp or lodge for dinner and overnight stay. Destination: Serengeti National Park. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Accommodation: Embalakai Authentic Camps. Day 4: Full Day Game drive inside Serengeti Early morning after breakfast at around 8:00am or according to your preference, you will continue exploring the endless plains of the Serengeti National Park for a full day game drive. The park offers a multitude of wildlife including the Big Five – lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino and leopard. Hot lunch will be served inside the park at around 12:30pm with some soft drinks and unlimited drinking water. You will have an unlimited drive until in the evening where you will drive straight to your tented camp or lodge for dinner and overnight stay. Destination: Serengeti National Park. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Accommodation: Embalakai Authentic Camps. Day 5: Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Today you will depart early after your delicious breakfast to Ngorongoro crater with a game drive en-route. The Ngorongoro Crater is a breathtakingly beautiful setting and the best place in East Africa to see the Big Five. It is one of the most beautiful natural wildlife safari sites in the world and an exceptional place to interact with people from the Maasai tribe.On reaching the crater’s edge, the 20 km diameter caldera opens up before you in all its stunning glory and you will descend into the crater on an adventurous trail. This World Heritage Site is seasonally home to over 25,000 animals in including a wide range of birds’ species, hyenas and the endangered black rhino. Hot Lunch will be served at a picnic spot at the hippo pool and after that you will continue to explore the crater. After exploration you will ascend the crater and drive straight to your accommodation in Karatu for dinner and overnight stay. Destination: Ngorongoro crater. Meals: Full Board (B, L & D). Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge. Day 6: Lake Manyara to Arusha- Zanzibar Early morning after breakfast at, you will drive straight to Lake Manyara National Park which is also known as the home of Tree Climbing Lions and birds’ paradise. More than 500 species are present in Lake Manyara, and even for a first-time visitor to Africa might reasonably expect to observe 100 of these species in a single day. Inland of the floodplain, a narrow belt of acacia woodland is the favored haunt of Manyara’s legendary tree-climbing lions and impressively tusked elephants. Other animals that can be found here are giraffes, Zebras, hyenas, Buffalo, Hippo, elephants and wildebeests. Lunch will be served inside the park and after further exploration of the park you

A Tanzania safari offers an unparalleled adventure through some of Africa’s most breathtaking landscapes and wildlife-rich parks. From the endless plains of the Serengeti, where the Great Migration unfolds, to the iconic Ngorongoro Crater, home to the Big Five, Tanzania provides an unforgettable safari experience. Visitors can explore the baobab-dotted Tarangire, the untamed wilderness of Ruaha and Katavi, or the remote beauty of Nyerere and Mahale, where chimpanzees roam. Whether it’s witnessing predators in action, gliding over the savannah in a hot air balloon, or immersing in Maasai culture, a Tanzania safari promises adventure, discovery, and the raw beauty of Africa. Safari Overview Safari Itinerary Price Inclusion       On this 7 days Family luxury safari, you will visit all the major northern parks of Tanzania which include Tarangire National Park which is famous for its baobab trees and elephant herds, Serengeti National Park which is also known as the endless plains and famous for the largest concentration of wildlife than any other park and famous for its great migration, Ngorongoro crater which is the largest unbroken caldera and the best place to witness the endangered black rhino and Lake Manyara which is famous for its birds’ life. All meals and drinks are included. Day 1: Arrival Day – Kilimanjaro Airport – Arusha Upon arrival at the airport (Kilimanjaro or Arusha) you will be met by HODOPHILE Safaris’ representative and drive you to your accommodation in Arusha for overnight stay waiting for your adventures to start on the following day. Destination: Arusha Accommodation: Mount Meru Hotel Meal plan: Bed & Breakfast Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park Early morning after breakfast at around 8:00am, you will have a short briefing before you depart to Tarangire National Park. The park with its endless tree savannah including the impressive baobab trees and seasonal marshes is also home to the largest population of elephants in northern Tanzania. You are also likely to spot giraffes, buffaloes, lions, zebras, gnus and other types of antelopes and gazelles. Your guide will open the roof of the vehicle for excellent wildlife viewing. Hot Lunch will be served at around 12:30pm at the picnic site and after that you will continue to explore this incredible park.In the evening after exploration, you will drive straight to your accommodation for dinner and overnight stay. Destination: Tarangire National Park Accommodation: Maramboi Tented Lodge Meal plan: All-inclusive meals (B, L & D) + drinks Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater Early morning after breakfast at your accommodation, you will drive straight to Ngorongoro conservation area whereby you stop at the view point of Ngorongoro crater before you descend down the crater. The Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera forming a spectacular bowl of about 265 square kilometres, with sides up to 600 metres deep and is home to approximately 30,000 mammals. The crater floor consists of a number of different habitats that include grassland, swamps, forests and Lakes filled by the Munge River.  All these various environments attract wildlife to drink, wallow, graze, hide or climb.  The crater offers a breathtakingly beautiful scenery and is the best place in East Africa to see the ‘Big Five’ (elephant, rhinoceros, buffalo, lion and rarely leopard). Any safari in northern Tanzania should ideally include a visit to the Ngorongoro Crater. It is one of the most beautiful nature safari locations in the world and an extraordinary place to meet people from the Massai tribe. The Ngorongoro Crater offers excellent birding, with over 500 species. You will have packed picnic lunch boxes with you and after having lunch at the picnic site, you will proceed with game drive until the late afternoon where you will ascend the crater and drive straight to your accommodation in Karatu for dinner and overnight stay. Destination: Lake Manyara. Meals: All-inclusive meals (B, L & D) + drinks. Accommodation: Kitela Lodge. Day 4: Karatu to Central Serengeti Early morning after breakfast at around 8:00am, you will drive straight to Serengeti National Park passing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and stop at a viewing point has a built pavilion that provides a near 180° view of the Ngorongoro crater. Continue your journey around the crater and descend the other side, enjoying your free “African massage” on the bumpy road, passing through Maasai villages on your way to the Serengeti National Park. At the Naabi Hill entrance gate, you can walk to a viewpoint with spectacular views across the endless plains of the Serengeti. Hot lunch will be served either at the gate or en-route towards the heart of Serengeti with an incredible set up by your guide inside the bush. The Serengeti National Park is home to the largest concentration of wildlife than anywhere else on the planet. You will have an unlimited drive until in the evening where you will drive straight to your tented camp or lodge for dinner and overnight stay. Destination: Serengeti National Park. Meals: Breakfast & Lunch. Accommodation: Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge. Day 5: Full Day Game drive inside Serengeti Early morning after breakfast at around 8:00am or according to your preference, you will continue exploring the endless plains of the Serengeti National Park for a full day game drive. The park offers a multitude of wildlife including the Big Five – lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino and leopard. Hot lunch will be served inside the park at around 12:30pm with some soft drinks and unlimited drinking water. You will have an unlimited drive until in the evening where you will drive straight to your tented camp or lodge for dinner and overnight stay. Destination: Serengeti National Park. Meals: All-inclusive meals (B, L & D) + drinks. Accommodation: Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge. Day 6:  Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater Today you will depart early after your delicious breakfast to Ngorongoro crater with a game drive en-route. The Ngorongoro Crater is a breathtakingly beautiful setting and the best place in East Africa to see the Big Five. It is one of the most beautiful natural wildlife safari sites in the world and an exceptional place to interact with people from the Maasai tribe.On reaching the crater’s edge, the 20 km diameter caldera

A Tanzania safari offers an unparalleled adventure through some of Africa’s most breathtaking landscapes and wildlife-rich parks. From the endless plains of the Serengeti, where the Great Migration unfolds, to the iconic Ngorongoro Crater, home to the Big Five, Tanzania provides an unforgettable safari experience. Visitors can explore the baobab-dotted Tarangire, the untamed wilderness of Ruaha and Katavi, or the remote beauty of Nyerere and Mahale, where chimpanzees roam. Whether it’s witnessing predators in action, gliding over the savannah in a hot air balloon, or immersing in Maasai culture, a Tanzania safari promises adventure, discovery, and the raw beauty of Africa. Safari Overview Safari Itinerary Price Inclusion   Destination: Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorongoro Crater & Tarangire National Park Embark on a captivating 4 days midrange tanzania family safari, exploring three iconic destinations in Tanzania. Your adventure begins in Tarangire, where you’ll marvel at the majestic baobab trees and encounter the largest African Elephants in their natural habitat. Next, venture into the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ngorongoro Crater, renowned for its breathtaking scenery and the rare opportunity to witness the endangered black rhino. Finally, immerse yourself in the beauty of Lake Manyara National Park, famed for its tree-climbing lions and diverse birdlife. This comprehensive trip promises unforgettable wildlife encounters and stunning landscapes at every turn Day 1: Arrival Day – Kilimanjaro Airport – Arusha Upon your arrival at either Kilimanjaro or Arusha airport, you’ll be warmly greeted by a representative from HODOPHILE Safaris. They’ll then escort you to your accommodation in Arusha, where you’ll spend the night, eagerly anticipating the start of your adventures the next day. Destination: Arusha Accommodation: Arusha Coffee Lodge Meal plan: Bed & Breakfast Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park In the early morning, following breakfast at your Arusha accommodation, your private driver guide will be waiting to whisk you away to Tarangire National Park, a journey of approximately 2 hours. Spanning 2,600 square kilometers, Tarangire is one of Tanzania’s largest parks, renowned for its vast elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Witness a miniature wildlife migration during the dry season, with around 250,000 animals converging on the park. Amidst the landscape, expect to encounter over 300-strong elephant herds, sizable groups of buffalo, and thriving populations of lions and leopards. Tarangire boasts the country’s highest concentration of mammals during the dry months, including elusive species like wild dogs and gerenuk antelopes, complemented by a dazzling array of over 550 bird species year-round. Enjoy picnic lunch boxes within the park before continuing your exploration with more game viewing. Later in the afternoon, you’ll journey to your accommodation in Karatu, where you can unwind, savor dinner, and settle in for the night. Destination: Tarangire National Park Meals: Full Board (B, L & D). Accommodation: Bougainvillea Safari Lodge. Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater Early morning after breakfast at your accommodation, you will drive straight to Ngorongoro conservation area whereby you stop at the view point of Ngorongoro crater before you descend down the crater. The Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera forming a spectacular bowl of about 265 square kilometres, with sides up to 600 metres deep and is home to approximately 30,000 mammals. The crater floor consists of a number of different habitats that include grassland, swamps, forests and Lakes filled by the Munge River.  All these various environments attract wildlife to drink, wallow, graze, hide or climb.  The crater offers a breathtakingly beautiful scenery and is the best place in East Africa to see the ‘Big Five’ (elephant, rhinoceros, buffalo, lion and rarely leopard). Any safari in northern Tanzania should ideally include a visit to the Ngorongoro Crater. It is one of the most beautiful nature safari locations in the world and an extraordinary place to meet people from the Massai tribe. The Ngorongoro Crater offers excellent birding, with over 500 species. You will have packed picnic lunch boxes with you and after having lunch at the picnic site, you will proceed with game drive until the late afternoon where you will ascend the crater and drive straight to your accommodation in Karatu for dinner and overnight stay. Destination: Ngorongoro crater. Meals: Full Board (B, L & D). Accommodation: Bougainvillea Safari Lodge Day 4: Lake Manyara National Park – Arusha In the early morning, following breakfast at your accommodation, your journey continues towards Lake Manyara National Park. Though one of Tanzania’s smallest parks, spanning approximately 335 square kilometers with a lake surface of about 230 square kilometers, it packs a punch in biodiversity. Renowned as the realm of tree-climbing lions and a haven for bird enthusiasts, the park hosts a plethora of avian species, including thousands of flamingos during the wet season. Keep your binoculars handy for sightings of great white pelicans, yellow-billed storks, Marabou storks, grey herons, palm-nut vultures, hawks, and more. Wildlife abounds within Lake Manyara, with elephants, wildebeest, zebra, Thomson’s gazelle, and Grant’s gazelle among the many species to be spotted. Predators such as lions, hyenas, and black-backed jackals add to the park’s allure. Savor lunch at a scenic picnic site before delving deeper into the park’s wonders. As the day draws to a close, your journey concludes in Arusha, marking the end of your adventure with us. Should you wish to extend your stay in Arusha, we are happy to arrange accommodations, or if your travels require, we’ll ensure a seamless transfer to the airport for your onward journey. Destination: Lake Manyara. Meals: Breakfast & Lunch. INCLUSIONS Activities/services included in the cost: Professional Safari guide. Accommodation in Arusha before Safari. All nights’ accommodation during safari (all-inclusive). Park Entry Fees, VAT inclusive. Private transportation in a4 x 4 Toyota Land cruiser with pop up roofs. Unlimited (pure) drinking water during safari. Unlimited mileage during game drives. Some soft drinks in the safari vehicle. Airport Transfers. Alcoholic & soft drinks at your accommodation except 1st night in Arusha. EXCLUSIONS Activities/services International & domestic airfare & flights. All items of a personal nature. Gratuities for safari guide and camp staff. Travel insurance. Visa fees. Extra activities e.g., Maasai Village & balloon safari. PRICE