Savannah Explorer (Big Five Africa Luxury Safari)

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Luxury Safari

Savannah Explorer (Big Five Africa Luxury Safari)

Embark on a remarkable Big Five Africa Luxury Safari beginning and ending in Zanzibar, with a convenient direct flight to Serengeti National Park. Explore the world-famous Serengeti, a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for its abundant wildlife and spectacular game viewing. Continue to the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, one of the world’s natural wonders, before discovering Tarangire National Park, renowned for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and exceptional Big Five encounters. Combining luxury accommodations, seamless travel, and unforgettable wildlife experiences, this safari showcases Tanzania’s most iconic destinations in one extraordinary adventure.

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ITINERARY

In the early morning, at 6:00 AM (pick-up time varies based on your hotel’s location in Zanzibar), our driver will pick you up and take you to the airport for an 8:00 AM flight from Zanzibar to Central Serengeti (Seronera airstrip). Upon your arrival at 10:40 AM, you will meet our driver guide to begin your game drive.

The Central Serengeti is well-known for its abundant wildlife, especially the Big Five. It is home to one of the largest populations of lions in Africa, with over 3,000 in this area. The elusive African leopard is often spotted in the Seronera region, where there’s also a population of around 1,000 African elephants.

Lunch: A packed lunch will be enjoyed at a picnic site inside the park (all days)
Dinner: Will be served at the lodge from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
End of game drive: Evening 5:00 PM (approx 6 hours game drive).

Get up early to have breakfast before heading out for a game drive transfer to Ngorongoro Crater. The drive might take around 2 hours, but along the way, we’ll make some stops for spotting animals.

The main attraction of Ngorongoro is its deep, volcanic crater, the world’s largest unflooded and unbroken caldera. It’s about 20 kilometers across, 600 meters deep, and covers 300 square kilometers – an awe-inspiring natural wonder. We’ll explore Lake Magadi, a large but shallow alkaline lake in the southwestern corner, famous for its black rhinos, flamingos, hippos, and other waterbirds.

You’ll enjoy a full-day game drive in the crater. In the evening, we’ll drive back to the lodge for dinner and to spend the night. Today, we recommend leaving early so you can take advantage of the lodge facilities, including the swimming pool and more.

The game drive will end at 4:00 PM. We will then drive to your lodge, which is 45 minutes from the Ngorongoro gate.

 

Rise and shine with a delicious breakfast at 7:00 AM, as today marks the end of our safari. We will depart for Tarangire National Park for a game drive until the afternoon.

Tarangire National Park is well known for its biodiversity, including large elephant herds. It consists of a diversity of landscapes, from seasonal swamps to savanna, with the Tarangire River winding its way through the parklands. You may see a lion stalking his prey or leopards watching whilst relaxing in the trees above.

Later in the afternoon (after lunch, which will be served at the picnic site inside the park), drive to Arusha Airport for your flight back to Zanzibar at 4:30 PM. Upon arrival at Zanzibar Airport (5:45 PM), our driver will transfer you to your hotel for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay.

 

 

DAY 1

Flight from Zanzibar to Serengeti National Park

In the early morning, at 6:00 AM (pick-up time varies based on your hotel’s location in Zanzibar), our driver will pick you up and take you to the airport for an 8:00 AM flight from Zanzibar to Central Serengeti (Seronera airstrip). Upon your arrival at 10:40 AM, you will meet our driver guide to begin your game drive.

The Central Serengeti is well-known for its abundant wildlife, especially the Big Five. It is home to one of the largest populations of lions in Africa, with over 3,000 in this area. The elusive African leopard is often spotted in the Seronera region, where there’s also a population of around 1,000 African elephants.

Lunch: A packed lunch will be enjoyed at a picnic site inside the park (all days)
Dinner: Will be served at the lodge from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
End of game drive: Evening 5:00 PM (approx 6 hours game drive).

Meals

Lunch, Dinner

DAY 2

Ngorongoro Crater (rhinos and flamingos)

Get up early to have breakfast before heading out for a game drive transfer to Ngorongoro Crater. The drive might take around 2 hours, but along the way, we’ll make some stops for spotting animals.

The main attraction of Ngorongoro is its deep, volcanic crater, the world’s largest unflooded and unbroken caldera. It’s about 20 kilometers across, 600 meters deep, and covers 300 square kilometers – an awe-inspiring natural wonder. We’ll explore Lake Magadi, a large but shallow alkaline lake in the southwestern corner, famous for its black rhinos, flamingos, hippos, and other waterbirds.

You’ll enjoy a full-day game drive in the crater. In the evening, we’ll drive back to the lodge for dinner and to spend the night. Today, we recommend leaving early so you can take advantage of the lodge facilities, including the swimming pool and more.

The game drive will end at 4:00 PM. We will then drive to your lodge, which is 45 minutes from the Ngorongoro gate.

 

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 3

Game drive in Tarangire National Park and flight back to Zanzibar

Rise and shine with a delicious breakfast at 7:00 AM, as today marks the end of our safari. We will depart for Tarangire National Park for a game drive until the afternoon.

Tarangire National Park is well known for its biodiversity, including large elephant herds. It consists of a diversity of landscapes, from seasonal swamps to savanna, with the Tarangire River winding its way through the parklands. You may see a lion stalking his prey or leopards watching whilst relaxing in the trees above.

Later in the afternoon (after lunch, which will be served at the picnic site inside the park), drive to Arusha Airport for your flight back to Zanzibar at 4:30 PM. Upon arrival at Zanzibar Airport (5:45 PM), our driver will transfer you to your hotel for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay.

 

 

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch

WHAT'S INCLUDES

Included

Domestic flights
Accommodations
All meals ( As specified in the day-by-day section)
Park fees
Private Safari Vehicle ( 4WD )
Taxes / VAT
Professional Guide

Excluded

International flight & Visa
Additional accommodation and activities
Tips
Personal items ( Souvenirs, Travel insurance, Visa Fees, etc. )

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