14-Day Northern & Southern Tanzania Wildlife Safari
Overview
Experience the best of Tanzania on this unforgettable 14-Day Northern & Southern Safari, combining world-famous wildlife destinations with rich cultural experiences and breathtaking landscapes. Explore the iconic plains of Serengeti National Park, the elephant-filled Tarangire National Park, the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, vibrant Dar es Salaam, the remote wilderness of Ruaha National Park, the abundant wildlife of Mikumi National Park, and the lush rainforests of Udzungwa Mountains National Park. This journey offers the perfect blend of adventure, wildlife, culture, and comfort for an authentic Tanzanian safari.
Included/Exclude
- Meet and greet upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport.
- Airport transfers on arrival and departure.
- Domestic flight from Arusha to Dar es Salaam.
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for excellent wildlife viewing and photography.
- Professional English-speaking safari guide/driver throughout the safari.
- All national park entrance and conservation fees.
- Ngorongoro Crater service fee.
- All scheduled game drives as outlined in the itinerary.
- Maasai Village cultural experience.
- Dar es Salaam city tour.
- Guided hike in Udzungwa Mountains National Park.
- Accommodation in carefully selected lodges, tented camps, and hotels as per the itinerary.
- Meals as specified in the itinerary.
- Bottled drinking water during all safari activities.
- Government taxes and VAT.
- International flights.
- Tanzania visa fees.
- Travel and medical insurance.
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, and personal snacks.
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, and souvenirs.
- Tips and gratuities for your safari guide, driver, and lodge staff.
- Any additional accommodation before or after the safari unless specified.
- Expenses arising from flight delays, cancellations, or other unforeseen circumstances.
- Any items not specifically mentioned under "Safari Price Includes."
Tour Plan
Welcome to Tanzania!
Upon your arrival at either Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK), you will be warmly welcomed by your Pale Tours & Adventure representative. After a brief safari orientation, you will be transferred to your hotel in Arusha.
The remainder of the day is yours to relax after your journey. Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy the hotel's facilities, take a leisurely stroll around Arusha, or simply unwind while preparing for the exciting adventure ahead.
Accommodation: Kahawa House Arusha
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Driving Time: Approximately 2–3 hours
After breakfast, depart Arusha for Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania's most scenic wildlife destinations. Before leaving the city, there will be a short stop at a local supermarket for any last-minute purchases.
Your journey takes you through the picturesque Maasai plains, traditional villages, and expansive landscapes that offer an authentic glimpse into rural Tanzanian life.
Upon entering Tarangire National Park, enjoy an exciting game drive through a landscape dominated by ancient baobab trees and the life-giving Tarangire River. The park is renowned for hosting one of Africa's largest elephant populations and supports an incredible diversity of wildlife, including lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, impalas, waterbucks, elands, and numerous other species.
Tarangire is also a paradise for bird enthusiasts, with more than 550 recorded bird species.
After an unforgettable day of wildlife viewing, continue to your luxury lodge overlooking Lake Burunge for dinner and your overnight stay.
Accommodation: Lake Burunge Baobab Tented Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Distance: Approximately 145 km
Driving Time: 3–5 hours
After breakfast, begin your journey toward the legendary Serengeti National Park via the spectacular Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
As you descend from the lush highlands, the landscape transforms into the endless golden plains that have made the Serengeti world-famous. This breathtaking scenery perfectly captures the essence of the African wilderness.
Upon arrival in Central Serengeti (Seronera), enjoy lunch before embarking on an afternoon game drive. The Seronera Valley is considered one of the finest wildlife-viewing regions in Africa, thanks to its permanent water sources that attract large concentrations of resident wildlife throughout the year.
Expect excellent opportunities to encounter lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, hyenas, hippos, crocodiles, and countless plains game.
As the sun begins to set, arrive at your luxury tented camp for dinner and an authentic safari experience under the African sky.
Accommodation: Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Spend two unforgettable days exploring the endless plains of Serengeti National Park, home to one of the richest wildlife ecosystems on Earth.
Early each morning, depart with your professional safari guide in search of the Big Five and countless other remarkable species. Depending on the season, you may witness the Great Migration, where hundreds of thousands of wildebeests and zebras cross the plains in search of fresh grazing.
The Seronera region offers exceptional predator sightings, with lions lounging beneath acacia trees, leopards resting on branches, cheetahs scanning the plains, and hyenas roaming across the savannah.
A picnic lunch will be served at a scenic location inside the park before continuing your afternoon game drives through different wildlife-rich habitats.
Return to camp each evening to relax around the campfire, enjoy a delicious dinner, and reflect on another extraordinary day in the African wilderness.
Accommodation: Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge
Following an early breakfast, depart Serengeti for the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa's Seven Natural Wonders.
Descend approximately 600 metres into the crater for an unforgettable game drive across this extraordinary natural sanctuary. The crater is home to one of Africa's highest concentrations of wildlife, including elephants, lions, buffaloes, zebras, hippos, hyenas, jackals, flamingos, and the rare endangered black rhinoceros.
Enjoy a picnic lunch beside the famous hippo pool while surrounded by spectacular scenery.
In the afternoon, ascend the crater and visit a traditional Maasai village, where you'll experience the vibrant culture, customs, and daily life of one of East Africa's most iconic tribes.
Afterwards, continue your drive back to Arusha for your overnight stay.
Accommodation: Kahawa House Arusha
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, transfer to Arusha Airport for your scheduled domestic flight to Dar es Salaam.
Upon arrival, your guide will meet you for a fascinating city tour exploring Tanzania's largest and most vibrant city. Depending on available time, visit highlights such as the Kivukoni Fish Market, the National Museum, Kariakoo Market, Askari Monument, Coco Beach, and the bustling waterfront.
Later, transfer to your hotel for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Dar hotel Serena hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Following an early breakfast, depart Dar es Salaam for Mikumi National Park, enjoying a scenic drive through the beautiful Uluguru Mountains and the Morogoro region.
After lunch, begin your first exciting game drive across the open Mkata Floodplain, often compared to the Serengeti due to its abundance of wildlife.
Keep your camera ready for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, wildebeests, hippos, crocodiles, and numerous antelope species.
Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Mikumi hotel wildlife hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, enjoy a morning drive toward Iringa, one of Tanzania's oldest highland towns.
Take time to explore Iringa's local markets, historical architecture, and vibrant atmosphere before continuing to the spectacular Ruaha National Park.
Arrive at your lodge in the evening, where you can relax while enjoying panoramic views over Tanzania's largest national park.
Accommodation: Iringa hotel Sun Down
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Spend a full day exploring the untouched wilderness of Ruaha National Park.
Known for its dramatic landscapes and exceptional predator population, Ruaha is home to large prides of lions, elusive leopards, cheetahs, African wild dogs, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, greater kudu, sable antelope, and over 570 bird species.
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the heart of the park before continuing your afternoon wildlife adventure.
Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Ruaha hotel Laba Laba
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, depart Ruaha and travel toward the lush Udzungwa Mountains National Park.
Upon arrival, check in at your lodge and spend the afternoon relaxing while surrounded by beautiful rainforest scenery.
Accommodation: Udizungwa hotel Udizungwa waterfall
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, enjoy a guided rainforest hike through Udzungwa Mountains National Park.
This unique ecosystem is famous for its endemic primates, colourful butterflies, tropical birds, and spectacular Sanje Waterfalls, where breathtaking panoramic views await.
Following your hike, begin your return journey to Dar es Salaam, arriving in the evening.
Accommodation: Dar hotel Serena hotel
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Enjoy a relaxed morning after breakfast.
Depending on your interests and flight schedule, you may spend the day shopping for souvenirs, visiting local attractions, relaxing on Coco Beach, or simply enjoying the comfort of your hotel.
Your guide will remain available should you wish to arrange any optional activities.
Accommodation: Dar hotel Serena hotel
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, enjoy your final moments in Tanzania before your transfer to Julius Nyerere International Airport for your international departure flight.
As your journey comes to an end, you leave with unforgettable memories of Tanzania's spectacular wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, and warm hospitality.
Meals: Breakfast
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