12-Day Soul of Tanzania Safari

Embark on a transformative 12-day Soul of Africa Safari, unveiling the continent’s essence through a curated itinerary. Begin at Lake Manyara, where diverse birdlife and tree-climbing lions captivate. Traverse the vast landscapes of Tarangire National Park, home to iconic baobabs and herds of elephants. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO site teeming with wildlife, from rhinos to lions. Experience the cultural tapestry around Lake Eyasi, engaging with the Hadzabe and Datoga tribes. Immerse yourself in daily bushwalks, immersive game drives, and ethereal sunsets, all while luxuriating in carefully selected accommodations. This safari promises a profound encounter with Africa’s soul, blending nature, culture, and adventure in an unforgettable odyssey.

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Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport in Arusha, Tanzania. You will be greeted by your safari guide and transferred to your accommodation. Take the rest of the day to relax and prepare for the exciting journey ahead. Overnight at Arusha Gran Melia Hotel

Day 2-3: Arusha to Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its large herds of elephants and baobab trees. Spend two days exploring the park on game drives, observing wildlife such as lions, giraffes, zebras, and various bird species. Overnight stays will be at a lodge or campsite within or near the park. Tarangire Safari Lodge or Maramboi Tented Lodge

Day 4: Lake Manyara National Park

Leave Tarangire and head to Lake Manyara National Park. Enjoy a game drive in the park, which is famous for its diverse ecosystems and abundant birdlife. Look out for tree-climbing lions, elephants, hippos, and other wildlife. In the evening, continue to your accommodation for overnight stay. Dinner and overnight at Kitela Lodge

Day 5: Lake Manyara Park to Central Serengeti game drive

After breakfast, we depart from the accommodation and drive to Serengeti across Ngorongoro Conservation Area and later arrive on the great Serengeti plains for a different but just as spectacular wildlife viewing experience.

Then you will have one of the world’s greatest adventure safari with us. You will reach at Naabi gate around 14:30 pm. Then after the game drive, you will continue your way over the scrub-lands and you will have 2 hrs late evening game drive in Serengeti National Park. Dinner and overnight at Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge

Day 6: Serengeti National Park game drive

Embark on a scenic drive to Serengeti National Park, one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Spend three days exploring the vast plains and witnessing the Great Migration (depending on the time of year). Experience incredible wildlife encounters, spot animals like cheetah, lion, black rhinoceros, hippopotamus, wildebeest the zebra the eland, Grant’s and Thompson’s gazelles, leopards, elephants, mountain reedbuck, and buffalo, wildebeest, hartebeest, waterbuck, warthog, hyena and jackals. Primates include baboons and vervet monkeys.

Also during the game drive you might spot some birds which include ostrich, bizarre secretary, black eagles, secretary bird, Kori bustard, crowned crane, marabou stork, martial eagle, lovebirds, bustards and plovers, European migrants from November to May include White Storks, swallows, Yellow Wagtails among others, Stonechat, Schalow’s Wheatear, Anteater Chat, Fiscal Shrike, Augur Buzzards, Verreaux’s Eagle and flamingoes. Overnight stays will be at lodges within or near the park. Dinner and overnight at Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge

Day 7: Central Serengeti Game Drive

After breakfast, you will have a game viewing towards Serengeti National Park. The Serengeti, Tanzania’s largest National Park, covers nearly 6,000 square miles of grassland plains, Savannah, kopjes, hills, woodlands, and River line forest systems serve as critical water sources and are often excellent sites for wildlife viewing.

Beyond the heralded migration of wildebeest and zebra, the Serengeti is best known for its big predators, including cheetah and Leopard, as well as large pride of Lions and clans of Hyenas and able to see the big 5. Dinner and overnight at Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge

Day 8: Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro crater

After a relaxing morning and an early lunch, you will have early in the morning start your game drive in Serengeti later back to drive you to picnic site for branch and hot lunch, Our driver and cook will load everything on the top of our safari jeep after then continue with the game drive while looking to be our of Serengeti to proceed to Ngorongoro.

Today, you will be doing a game viewing en-route during your way from Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater. You will be in Ngorongoro Crater late in the evening where the night will be spent on the crater rim. Dinner and overnight at Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

Day 9: Ngorongoro to Lake Eyasi

On our last day we start very early in the morning equipped with a picnic lunch we descend 2000 ft. down to the Crater floor by our 4×4- 4WD – wheel drive vehicle for game viewing for 5-6hrs. Let explore this Garden of Eden. Ngorongoro is a huge and deep volcanic Crater.

There is rich pasture, swamps, forest, and permanent water on the Crater floor that is why wildlife here is so diverse and numerous. Late in the afternoon drive to Lake Eyasi Dinner and overnight will be at Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge

Day 10: Lake Eyasi

Continue your journey to Lake Eyasi, a scenic salt lake in the Rift Valley. Explore the area and interact with the local Hadzabe and Datoga tribes, experiencing their unique cultures and traditional way of life. Engage in activities such as hunting with the Hadzabe, birdwatching, or hiking around the lake. Dinner and Overnight stays will be at a lodge Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge

Day 11: Return to Arusha

After breakfast, depart from Lake Eyasi and return to Arusha. Take the remainder of the day to relax, explore the city, and do some souvenir shopping. Overnight stay will be at your accommodation in Arusha. Arusha Gran Melia Hotel

Day 12: Departure

Enjoy your last breakfast in Tanzania and transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight.

Please note that this itinerary is a general guideline and can be customized based on your preferences, budget, and the availability of accommodations. Additionally, it’s essential to plan your safari with a reputable tour operator who can provide experienced guides and ensure your safety and comfort throughout the trip. Read reviews.