In this tour we will cover the 3 most popular destinations in Tanzania - Central Serengeti (3 nights), Ngorongoro Crater (1 night), and Tarangire (1 night). Tour starts at Isebania and ends in Arusha. With our experienced driver guides, it will be a trip of a lifetime!
Short Itinerary
Day 1 (Sep 09, 2024) - Isebania Border to Central Serengeti
Day 2 (Sep 10, 2024) - Central Serengeti full day game drives
Day 3 (Sep 11, 2024) - Central Serengeti full day game drives
Day 4 (Sep 12, 2024) - Morning game drives in Central Serengeti and transfer to Ngorongoro/Karatu
Day 5 (Sep 13, 2024) - Ngorongoro Crater Tour (5 hours) and transfer to Tarangire
Day 6 (Sep 14, 2024) - Tarangire full day game drives and afternoon transfer to Arusha
Choose Date
Safari tour prices vary depending on the starting date, your group size, and the choice of stay.
Ensuite Accommodation Packages
Below are packages with a few popular ensuite options for your tour,
starting on Sep 09, 2024, in a group of two adults
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Ensuite hotels are tented camps/lodges that can be inside/around national parks.
You will have a private room with attached bathroom. Meals are provided by hotels.
Click to know more about safari accommodations (ensuite camps/lodges).
Option E1: $2,313 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Tukaone Camps, Central Serengeti from Sep 09, 2024 to Sep 12, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Omega View Hotel, Karatu from Sep 12, 2024 to Sep 14, 2024 [Full Board]
Option E2: $2,601 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Tanzania Bush Camps, Seronera, Central Serengeti from Sep 09, 2024 to Sep 12, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Ngorongoro Kuhama Camp, NCA, NCA from Sep 12, 2024 to Sep 13, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Sangaiwe Tented Lodge, Tarangire (Outside the Park) from Sep 13, 2024 to Sep 14, 2024 [Full Board]
Option E3: $3,001 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Serenity Camp, Central Serengeti from Sep 09, 2024 to Sep 12, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Embalakai Ngorongoro Camp, NCA, NCA from Sep 12, 2024 to Sep 13, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Ang'ata Tarangire Camp, Tarangire (Within the Park) from Sep 13, 2024 to Sep 14, 2024 [Full Board]
Option E4: $3,977 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge, Central Serengeti from Sep 09, 2024 to Sep 12, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Lemala Ngorongoro, NCA, NCA from Sep 12, 2024 to Sep 13, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Nimali Tarangire Camp, Tarangire (Outside the Park) from Sep 13, 2024 to Sep 14, 2024 [Full Board]
Option E5: $6,647 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Lemala Nanyukie, Central Serengeti from Sep 09, 2024 to Sep 12, 2024 [All Inclusive]
- Stay at Melia Ngorongoro Lodge, NCA - The Rim Room, NCA from Sep 12, 2024 to Sep 13, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Lemala Mpingo Ridge, Tarangire (Within the Park) from Sep 13, 2024 to Sep 14, 2024 [Full Board]
Option E6: $9,076 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Four Seasons Safari Lodge - Terrace Suite Water Hole View, Central Serengeti from Sep 09, 2024 to Sep 12, 2024 [All Inclusive]
- Stay at Ngorongoro Crater Lodge, NCA - Suite, NCA from Sep 12, 2024 to Sep 13, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Sanctuary Swala Camp, Tarangire (Within the Park) from Sep 13, 2024 to Sep 14, 2024 [Full Board]
A detailed list of inclusions is shared below. We have many more accommodations and addon tours to offer. Please share with us your requirements by clicking on the "Request Quote" button below, and our reservations team will get in touch with you.
Basic Camping Packages
Below are packages with basic camping for your tour, starting on Sep 09, 2024, in a group of two adults
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On basic camping tours, you sleep in small dome tents that are pitched at campsites & bathrooms are shared. A cook travels with you & prepares meals.
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Option C1: $1,875 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Seronera Campsite, Central Serengeti from Sep 09, 2024 to Sep 12, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Ngorongoro Campsite, NCA, NCA from Sep 12, 2024 to Sep 13, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Tarangire Campsite (Inside park), Tarangire (Within the Park) from Sep 13, 2024 to Sep 14, 2024 [Full Board]
Stay Locations
Day 1 - Central Serengeti
Day 2 - Central Serengeti
Day 3 - Central Serengeti
Day 4 - Karatu or NCA
Day 5 - Karatu or Tarangire (Within the Park) or Tarangire (Outside the Park)
Maps
Pre & Post Tour Hotels
Arusha is the base for safari tours in North Tanzania. If you need accommodation in Arusha before/after your safari tour you can check some popular hotel prices on bed and breakfast basis below (Prices are per person).
Single room:
- Kutoka Lodge - USD 64
- Gold Crest Hotel - USD 100
- The African Tulip - USD 149
- Four Points by Sheraton, Arusha - Traditional queen room - USD 205
- Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge - Plantation room - USD 375
Double sharing room:
- Kutoka Lodge - USD 42
- Gold Crest Hotel - USD 60
- The African Tulip - USD 112
- Four Points by Sheraton, Arusha - Traditional queen room - USD 120
- Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge - Plantation room - USD 250
Triple sharing room:
- Kutoka Lodge - USD 39
- Gold Crest Hotel - USD 50
- The African Tulip - USD 93
- Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge - Plantation room - USD 188
All of the above prices are on per person per night on bed and breakfast basis. More hotel options can be shared upon request
Transfers
Drop off at Arusha airport on the day of safari: No extra charge
Drop off at Kilimanjaro airport on the day of safari: USD 30 per vehicle
Transfer from Arusha hotel to Arusha Airport: USD 25 per vehicle
Transfer from Arusha hotel to Kilimanjaro airport: USD 50 per vehicle
Transfer from Arusha to Moshi: USD 100 per vehicle
Transfer from Arusha to Nairobi: USD 275 per vehicle
Flights
We do not book International Flights.
We can book local flights based on availability. Below are indicative additional costs for local flights.
Intercity Flights
From Zanzibar to Arusha: From USD 100 per person (Morning flight)
From Dar es salaam to Arusha: From USD 90 per person (Morning flight)
From Arusha to Zanzibar: From USD 170 per person (Late Afternoon flight)
From Arusha to Dar es salaam: From USD 110 per person (Late Afternoon flight)
Note: Rates mentioned above are indicative and subject to change based on airlines and party(group) size
Meals
Day 1 (Sep 09, 2024) - Dinner
Day 2 (Sep 10, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3 (Sep 11, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4 (Sep 12, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5 (Sep 13, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 6 (Sep 14, 2024) - Breakfast & Lunch
Drive Times
Day 1 - Isebania to Central Serengeti takes about 4 to 4.5 hours (273 km)
Day 4 - Central Serengeti to NCA takes about 3 to 3.5 hours (151 km)
Day 5 - NCA to Tarangire takes about 1.5 to 2 hours (108 km)
Day 6 - Tarangire to Arusha takes about 2.5 to 3 hours (106 km)
Note: These are estimated drive times. Because of the traffic, location of the accommodations, and several other factors, actual drive times may vary. Driving distances are approximate and do not account for exact places.
Inclusions
Daily game drives while on Safari.
A professional driver/ guide.
Concession/ Camping Fees.
Drinking water while on safari (2 litres per person per day).
Meals as per itinerary.
Park Fees (for Non-Residents).
4x4 Land Cruiser.
All Taxes and VAT.
Exclusions
Personal Items (Souvenirs, Travel Insurance, Visa Fees, etc.).
Government imposed increase of Taxes and or Park Fees.
International flights.
Airport Transfers (Unless mentioned otherwise).
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour (Unless mentioned otherwise).
Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
Tips (Tipping guidelines).
Addons
Add-on tours in Serengeti
Hot Air Balloon Ride: USD 540 per person
Rhino Tracking: USD 130 per person
Short Walking Tour (upto 4 hours): USD 45 per person
Long Walking Tour (upto 6 hours): USD 60 per person
Information on Serengeti Add-on tours
Add-on tours in Ngorongoro
Masai Village Tour: USD 25 per person
Olduvai Gorge museum visit: USD 35 per person
Ngorongoro Crater Rim Hike: USD 35 per person
Information on Ngorongoro Add-on tours
Add-on tours in Tarangire
Hot Air Balloon Ride: USD 540 per person
Short Walking Tour (upto 4 hours): USD 45 per person
Long Walking Tour (upto 6 hours): USD 60 per person
Night Game Drives (for clients staying inside): USD 100-200 per person depending on lodge
Add-on tours in Karatu
Coffee Plantation Tour: USD 20 per person
Iraqw Village Tour: USD 25 per person
Endoro Falls & Elephant Caves visit: USD 35 per person
Information on Karatu Add-on tours
In this tour we will cover the 3 most popular destinations in Tanzania - Central Serengeti (3 nights), Ngorongoro Crater (1 night), and Tarangire (1 night). Tour starts at Isebania and ends in Arusha. With our experienced driver guides, it will be a trip of a lifetime!
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We use equipment of international standards & our guides are trained in First aid & personal protection equipment
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We reward our staff based on your feedback & that results in all of us working towards making your trip memorable
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Our guides are trained to pay attention to each clients requirements & situation & customize the program accordingly
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Once a tour is booked, its guaranteed to go, even if there is only single client for the entire trip
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Book by paying advance by card on our website. Balance can be paid upon arrival, before the tour
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Our minimum requirement for operation is only one client. So we can offer the tour any day of the year for you
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