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Are you ready for an unforgettable safari experience in Tanzania that will spark your soul? Do you have an intense drive to help less-fortunate children and communities? Are you prepared to spend your holiday in Tanzania and ignite transformation in the lives of underprivileged children? This journey aims to provide you with an unforgettable wildlife safari experience while also significantly improving the lives of disadvantaged local communities.
Embark on a thrilling 6-day migration safari in Tanzania's green season. Witness the epic movement of 1.7 million wildebeest, 470,000 antelope species, and 250,000 zebras as they journey from south to north in the Serengeti. Experience the predators' presence and their interaction with the young and inexperienced members of the herd. Explore Ngorongoro Crater for a chance to encounter the Big Five, visit Lake Manyara National Park for its diverse wildlife and stunning scenery, and immerse yourself in the iconic Serengeti National Park, home to Africa's most famous animals.
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Scavengers Adventures driver will meet you at the airport (or your shuttle) and take you and your belongings to your accommodation for the evening. Our staff will meet you at hotel and together we will have short briefing to finalize details and answer any additional questions regarding your upcoming safari.
On this day, you can choose to go to Tarangire National Park or Lake Manyara National Park. Depending on the time of year, each of these parks offers a different safari experience. Your guide can advise you as to which is best to visit during your safari.
IF TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK.
You’ll depart from Moshi at 8am for the approximately three hour drive to Tarangire National Park. Along the way you’ll pass bustling Masai villages and the vast, open plains that have become synonymous with images of Africa.
Once you’ve entered Tarangire, you’ll begin your game drive across a rich vista of endless golden savannah that surrounds the Tarangire River. The river itself runs throughout the year and is a vital source of water for the animals of the region during the dry season. Lined with acacia and Baobab trees, the river is regularly visited by the park’s large elephant population as well as other herbivores such as zebras and antelopes.
A picnic lunch with a view of the river is a great way to take it all in, but you’ll have to keep on your toes as the local monkey population does its best to separate you from your lunch!
Driving through the park you’ll also have the opportunity to see lions, leopards, cape buffalo, and a huge variety of antelopes. If you’re particularly lucky, you might even see endangered animals such as the Greater Kudu or the Fringe-Eared Oryx.
After your day’s drive is done, you’ll retire to your accommodation for the evening.IF LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK.
After breakfast, you’ll depart from your hotel for Lake Manyara National Park. The park is truly a photographer’s playground and offers some of the best game viewing in the world. You can expect to see all of Africa’s most well-known animals, with the tree-climbing lions a particular treat. These proud predators lounge in acacia trees practically begging to be photographed.
Bird-watchers will find Lake Manyara is an absolute delight, with a huge variety of birds on display in the park. Even the novice can expect to be amazed by large flamingo flocks, circling birds of prey, and the brightly colored lilac breasted roller.
You’ll then retire to your chosen accommodation for dinner and a good night’s rest.
We’ll take an early breakfast, as we’ve got a big day of exploration and adventure ahead of us! We’ll begin the day with the scenic drive towards the
Serengeti. Along the way we’ll pass through the mist-shrouded rainforests of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area where you might be lucky enough to glimpse cape buffalo, baboons, or even elephants and leopards in the dense undergrowth.
Our first stop of the day will be at the Oldupai Gorge (also known as the Cradle of Mankind). Here you can see some of the oldest fossil evidence in the world of human habitation, visit the Oldupai Gorge Museum to learn more about the human journey, and take in the stunning views of this stark gorge country.
We’ll then continue on to one of the famous Masai bomas, where you’ll have the opportunity to witness traditional Masai dance, visit an authentic Masai village, and even do a little souvenir shopping at the local market.After lunch at the registration area of the Serengeti National Park, you’ll enjoy an afternoon game drive in this remarkable park. See herds of majestic elephants, prides of lions sunning themselves on the rocks, and even spy a shy cheetah or leopard.
After seeing a Serengeti sunset, you’ll retire to your accommodations for dinner.
You’ll wake before the dawn for an unforgettable sunrise game drive. Accompanied by the melodic singing of the birds and the fierce colors of the sun as they paint the savannah, you’ll go in search of leopards and lions hunting their morning meal. You’ll also have the chance to see hippopotamuses returning to their watery homes after a night of foraging on dry land.
After returning to your lodge for a late breakfast, you’ll then have the day to explore the Serengeti. Tracking the movements of the Wildebeest Migration, you’ll have the chance to witness the majesty and sheer scale of this massive movement of animals across the incomparable beauty of the Serengeti. Enjoy a picnic lunch while on the road chasing the Big Five as well as some of Africa’s other iconic animals.
After breakfast, we will start with a morning game drive and then head towards Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The highlight of the expedition will be a game drive in the Serengeti. As far as the eye can see, thousands upon thousands of animals in herds, wildebeests and zebras migrating together, tall and graceful giraffes, jumping antelopes and gazelles, the powerful African elephant and the most respected group of animals: the predators.
You will be able to spot lean cheetahs and shy leopards, foraging hyenas, and last but not least, the king himself; the lion. While game viewing, we will proceed with picnic lunches.
Dinner and overnight on the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater according to the standard and the type of accommodation requested from our options.
After breakfast, we’ll proceed to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area for a half day game drive through what many people consider to be the 8th Wonder of the World. Ngorongoro Crater, actually a collapsed caldera, is one of the most breathtaking safari destinations in the world – offering you the opportunity to see the enigmatic black rhinoceros as well as more than 120 species of mammal against the sweeping backdrop of sheer crater walls and vast soda lakes.
From the comfort of your open-top vehicle, you’ll wind your way down into the crater through the dense rain forest. You’ll stop along the way at the viewpoint for a stunning panorama of the crater with its cloud dappled plains and the herds of wildebeest and zebras that look more like ants from your lofty vantage point.
Once on the crater floor, you’ll enjoy a game drive that will take you past pools of wallowing hippos, great salt lakes that are home to brightly colored flamingo’s and other water birds, past prides of lions, through dense stands of undergrowth that hide elephants and antelopes, and across the open plains with their herds of zebras, wildebeest, cape buffalo, and more.
Another highlight of your day will undoubtedly be a picnic lunch by the famous hippo pool, where you’ll dine just meters from the great wallowing herbivores in this serene picnic spot.
After the thrills and excitement of the day, we will drive back to your Hotel in Moshi.
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You can fly either to Julius Nyerere International Airport or Kilimanjaro International Airport as per your travel itinerary.
If your flight is delayed, our representative will communicate with the airline company to confirm your landing time and arrange for a pickup from the airport based on the updated arrival time. Our team will do their best to accommodate the changes caused by the delay and adjust your itinerary.
Yes, you will receive a detailed orientation the day you arrive at your hotel from our highly experienced guide. The orientation will cover essential information such as the trip route, day-to-day itinerary, safety measures, and any specific instructions or recommendations required for your trip.
You will be provided with the contact details of your tour guide and tour manager once your booking is confirmed, who can be reached via phone or email. They will be readily available to address any concerns or emergencies you may have.
The best time for a safari in Tanzania is during the dry season, which typically runs from June to October. This period offers excellent wildlife viewing opportunities as animals gather around water sources. The Great Migration in Serengeti, where millions of wildebeest and zebras move in search of fresh grazing, is a major highlight from June to July.
Tanzania is home to several iconic national parks. The Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, and Selous Game Reserve are among the most popular. Each park has its unique features, wildlife, and landscapes, providing diverse safari experiences.
The duration of a safari in Tanzania depends on personal preference, budget, and available time. Generally, a minimum of 4 to 5 days is recommended to explore at least one or two national parks. However, to fully experience Tanzania's wildlife and landscapes, a 7 to 10-day safari is ideal.
Tanzania is generally safe for tourists, including those on safari. However, it is important to follow the advice of your tour guide or operator, adhere to park rules, and take necessary precautions.
Tanzania is known for its incredible wildlife diversity. You can expect to see the Big Five (elephant, lion, leopard, buffalo, and rhinoceros), as well as giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, crocodiles, cheetahs, hyenas, and a wide variety of bird species. The Serengeti's Great Migration is a must-see spectacle.
Night game drives are generally not allowed in Tanzanian national parks. However, there are a few exceptions. Some private concessions adjacent to the national parks, such as those in the Selous Game Reserve and some areas of the Serengeti, may offer night game drives as part of their safari experiences. These areas operate under different rules and regulations compared to the national parks.
To ensure the safety of both visitors and wildlife, it is important to maintain a safe distance from the animals during a safari in Tanzania. Typically, a distance of at least 25 meters (82 feet) is advised, although some animals may approach the vehicles, allowing for closer encounters.
Open-sided 4x4 safari vehicles are commonly used for game drives in Tanzania's national parks and reserves. These vehicles provide excellent visibility, allowing passengers to observe wildlife comfortably. They are specially designed for off-road conditions and are equipped with pop-up roofs for better viewing and photography opportunities.
Yes, most foreigners visiting Tanzania require a visa. US, Canadian, British, and many European citizens can obtain a visa upon arrival at the airport. The visa fee is $100 for US passport holders and $50 for others, with US citizens eligible for a longer visa duration. However, it is important to verify with your embassy or consulate if you are eligible for a visa upon arrival or if you need to obtain one in advance.
Recommended vaccinations for Tanzania include yellow fever, typhoid, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, and malaria prophylaxis.
It is advisable to consult with a healthcare professional or travel clinic at least 4-6 weeks before your trip to allow time for necessary vaccinations and to ensure optimal protection.