


Tanzania

Guided, Large Group, Small Group

Mid Range
This safari is designed to enjoy three day's of game viewing in Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. Soak up the incredible scenery and see amazing wildlife - resting lions, the secretive leopard, graceful antelopes and much more.
On all our safaris we make use of specially designed and converted Toyota Land cruisers. We have put a lot of thought into adapting them to the rugged African bush, the rough conditions and the bumpy roads, providing maximum comfort and at the same time ensuring the best safari experience for our guests. Our safari vehicles have large sliding windows and pop-up roofs, offering excellent views and giving our guests fantastic opportunities for safe and undisturbed photography while on game drives.


One of our client positions himself to get a shotThe safari guide is arguably the most important part of the whole safari experience. Get a great guide and you’ll have an incredible time – regardless of the wildlife, the weather or the lodge. Exceed Expectations Tours & Safari Guides knows that fact, great at making conversation, able to relate to people,
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Planning the perfect Tanzania safari requires considering the best time to visit each park to maximize wildlife sightings and enhance your overall experience. In this detailed article, we explore the optimal times to visit Tanzania’s top national parks and highlight the unique offerings and seasonal highlights of each destination.
We also mention moderately good times to visit and periods when it is not recommended to ensure you make the most informed decision.
SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
Best Time: December to July
December to March (Calving Season): Witness the remarkable wildebeest calving season in the southern Serengeti and Ndutu area, with predators in abundance.
June to July (Great Migration): Experience the awe-inspiring Great Wildebeest Migration as the herds cross the Grumeti River and venture into the northern Serengeti.
Moderately Good Time: November, August, September
Not Recommended: April to October (Rainy Season)
NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA
Best Time: January to February, June to September
January to February: Enjoy clear skies and excellent visibility for game viewing in the Ngorongoro Crater, home to a high concentration of wildlife.
June to September: Experience the dry season, when animals gather around water sources, increasing the chances of spotting the Big Five.
Moderately Good Time: December, March to May
Not Recommended: October to November (Rainy Season)
TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK
Best Time: June to October
June to October: Witness large herds of elephants gathering around the Tarangire River as it becomes the primary water source during the dry season. Game drives offer excellent opportunities to spot diverse wildlife species.
Moderately Good Time: November to May
Not Recommended: None
LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK
Best Time: July to October
July to October: Explore the park during the dry season when animals concentrate around Lake Manyara, providing thrilling opportunities to observe tree-climbing lions, elephants, giraffes, and birdlife.
Moderately Good Time: November to June
Not Recommended: None
Considerations
Weather and Seasonality: Tanzania’s dry season (June to October) generally offers the best game viewing opportunities, while the wet season (November to May) brings lush landscapes and fewer tourists.
Wildlife Migration: Plan your visit to coincide with the Great Wildebeest Migration for a remarkable spectacle in the Serengeti and Maasai Mara.
Birdwatching: Bird enthusiasts may prefer visiting during the wet season when migratory bird species are present, adding to the overall biodiversity of the parks.
Tanzania’s national parks offer extraordinary safari experiences throughout the year. By understanding the best times to visit each park, along with the moderately good times and periods to avoid, you can tailor your safari adventure to witness the unique highlights and maximize your chances of encountering the incredible wildlife that calls these parks home.
Price Per Person - USD
| From Price | Dates | No. travelling | Single Supplement |
|---|---|---|---|
| USD 1,950 | June to February | 01 | From USD 0 |
| USD 1,350 | June to February | 02 | From USD 0 |
| USD 1,340 | June to February | 03 | From USD 0 |
| USD 1,330 | June to February | 04 | From USD 0 |
| USD 1,320 | June to February | 05 | From USD 0 |
| USD 1,310 | June to February | 06 | From USD 0 |
Price Per Person - USD
| From Price | Dates | No. travelling | Single Supplement |
|---|---|---|---|
| USD 1,950 | March to May | 01 | From USD 0 |
| USD 1,350 | March to May | 02 | From USD 0 |
| USD 1,340 | March to May | 03 | From USD 0 |
| USD 1,330 | March to May | 04 | From USD 0 |
| USD 1,320 | March to May | 05 | From USD 0 |
| USD 1,310 | March to May | 06 | From USD 0 |
You will be picked up at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transferred to your hotel in Arusha town; you will meet your guide who will brief you on your upcoming safari. All the basic information about your safari will be given to you by safari guide.
You will be picked up at your hotel in Moshi/Arusha at 07:00hrs and transferred to Tarangire National Park to start off your game viewing experience in this magnificent park, which is famous for its large collection of baobab trees, spectacular large mammal population and variety of bird species, not to mention one of the largest concentrations of elephants in the country. After your game viewing in the park, you will be transferred to your lodge in Karatu where you will be spending the night.
On this day it is best to leave the hotel as early as possible so you can see the variety of animals that are only active during the morning hours; breakfast will be packed in lunchboxes specifically for this purpose. At 6:30 am you will set off for Ngorongoro Conservation Area, and after about an hour you will already be inside the crater.
Ngorongoro is one of the most famous and interesting of Tanzania’s national parks because here you can find the greatest number of different animal species per square kilometer. You will have the chance to see buffalo, elephants, lions, wildebeests, zebras, hippopotamus and feline species such as caracals and servals. The luckiest travelers might even see a rhinoceros, an animal whose numbers are rapidly declining. By lunch time you will arrive at the lake side, where you will be offered lunchboxes, after which the safari will continue.
You will depart the camp at around 0700hrs and head to Lake Manyara National Park for your final game drive. The park is renowned for its elusive tree climbing lions and diverse bird life. After your tour around the beautiful lake and the amazing ground water forest you will be transferred back to Moshi/Airport in the afternoon via curio shops where you can grab some souvenirs to take back home with you.
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