10-Day Heart Of The Savannah Wild Expedition Safari - Serengeti African Tours

The itinerary

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   Overview

   • 10-Day Heart of the Savannah Wild Expedition Safari
   • Arusha · Tarangire · Serengeti · Lake Manyara · Ngorongoro Crater
   • This 10-day heart of the savannah wild expedition safari is designed to give you the feeling of being inside Tanzania’s wild rhythm, from sunrise game drives to quiet evenings under African skies. Our focus on Lake Manyara gives you strong wildlife viewing, beautiful landscapes and enough time to enjoy each location without rushing.
   • You travel in a custom 4×4 safari jeep with pop-up roof and guaranteed window seat, guided by local expert who have worked Tanzania routes for over 15 years. The safari is run in an all-inclusive style so your park fees, guiding, transport and daily logistics are handled smoothly from pickup to drop-off.
   • Each departure is carefully timed for wildlife movement and road conditions, and we keep flexibility inside the game drives so we can follow active sightings. If you want a special focus like photography, migration tracking or romantic add-ons, we adjust the pace and stops to fit your travel goals.
   • Note: On this tour, you will stay in carefully selected lodges and tented camps Accommodation can be upgraded to lodge for extra cost
   • Life on Safari
   • Welcome to Tanzania! Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK), you will complete immigration and customs formalities before meeting your professional safari guide, who will warmly welcome you to Tanzania.
   • Your luggage will be loaded into your comfortable safari transfer vehicle before driving to your lodge in Arusha. After check-in, take the rest of the day to relax and recover from your journey while enjoying the peaceful surroundings of your accommodation.
   • Whether you choose to unwind by the gardens or simply rest in your room, this day is designed to prepare you for the incredible safari adventure ahead.
   • Main Destination: Arusha city
   • Accommodation:Arusha Farm House (Mid-range lodge in Arusha)
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   Part 1

   • Meals & Drinks
   • Meals at your own expense
   • Drinks not included
   • After breakfast, meet your safari guide for a short briefing before departing towards Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s hidden wildlife gems.
   • Enjoy a scenic drive through the Maasai countryside before entering the park for your first exciting game drive. Tarangire is renowned for its giant baobab trees, massive elephant herds, and the life-giving Tarangire River, which attracts thousands of animals during the dry season.
   • Watch for lions resting beneath acacia trees, graceful giraffes browsing the treetops, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, and an impressive variety of birdlife while enjoying a picnic lunch inside the park.
   • Later in the afternoon, continue your wildlife viewing before arriving at your luxury tented camp for dinner and overnight.
   • Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
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   Part 2

   • Accommodation:Ang’ata Tarangire Camp (Luxury tented camp inside Tarangire National Park)
   • Meals & Drinks
   • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
   • Soft drinks, water, tea & coffee included (spirits excluded)
   • Wake up to the sounds of the African wilderness before setting off for another unforgettable morning game drive through Tarangire National Park.
   • Spend the day exploring different sections of the park, where large elephant families roam among ancient baobab trees and predators quietly patrol the grasslands. The park’s diverse habitats support a remarkable variety of wildlife, making every game drive unique.
   • After a picnic lunch, continue enjoying spectacular wildlife sightings before leaving the park in the afternoon and driving to the vibrant village of Mto wa Mbu.
   • Upon arrival, check in at your lodge where you can relax before dinner.
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   Part 3

   • Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
   • Accommodation:Suricata Boma Lodge (Mid-range lodge near Tarangire)
   • Meals & Drinks
   • All meals included
   • Soft drinks included (spirits excluded)
   • After breakfast, journey through the spectacular Ngorongoro Conservation Area as you travel towards the legendary Serengeti National Park.
   • Along the way, enjoy breathtaking views of the Ngorongoro Highlands before entering the endless plains of the Serengeti. Your afternoon game drive begins immediately upon entering the park.
   • Home to the world-famous Great Migration and an incredible concentration of predators, the Serengeti offers outstanding opportunities to spot lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, hyenas, and countless other species.
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   Part 4

   • After a picnic lunch in the bush, continue your safari before arriving at your tented camp in Central Serengeti.
   • Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
   • Accommodation:Land of Nature Camp (Mid-range tented camp inside Central Serengeti)
   • Meals & Drinks
   • All meals included
   • Soft drinks included (spirits excluded)
   • Spend the entire day exploring the endless plains of the Serengeti.
   • Morning and afternoon game drives provide excellent opportunities to witness Africa’s iconic wildlife in their natural habitat. Depending on the season, you may witness the spectacular Great Migration, dramatic predator hunts, or peaceful scenes of grazing herbivores stretching to the horizon.
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   Part 5

   • Your expert guide will help track wildlife while sharing fascinating insights into the ecosystem and animal behavior.
   • Return to camp for dinner beneath the African stars.
   • Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
   • Accommodation:Land of Nature Camp
   • Meals & Drinks
   • All meals included
   • Soft drinks included (spirits excluded)
   • Enjoy another full day discovering different regions of the Serengeti.
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   Part 6

   • Every game drive offers new experiences, from lion prides relaxing on rocky kopjes to elephants crossing open plains and cheetahs scanning the grasslands for prey. Bird enthusiasts will also appreciate the park’s extraordinary diversity of over 500 bird species.
   • Capture unforgettable photographs as your guide takes you to the best wildlife viewing locations.
   • Return to camp for dinner and overnight.
   • Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
   • Accommodation:Land of Nature Camp
   • Meals & Drinks
   • All meals included
   • Soft drinks included (spirits excluded)
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   Part 7

   • Enjoy one final morning game drive as the Serengeti comes alive with early wildlife activity.
   • After your safari and picnic lunch, depart the park and travel through the beautiful Ngorongoro Highlands to the charming town of Karatu.
   • Upon arrival, check into your lodge where you can relax in the lush gardens before enjoying dinner.
   • Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
   • Accommodation:Farm of Dreams Lodge (Mid-range lodge in Karatu)
   • Meals & Drinks
   • All meals included
   • Soft drinks included (spirits excluded)
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   Part 8

   • After an early breakfast, descend over 600 meters into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s greatest natural wonders and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
   • The crater floor supports an incredible concentration of wildlife, including black rhinos, lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, hippos, hyenas, and numerous bird species.
   • Enjoy a picnic lunch beside the famous hippo pool before continuing your afternoon game drive.
   • Later, drive back to Mto wa Mbu for dinner and overnight.
   • Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
   • Accommodation:Suricata Boma Lodge (Mid-range lodge)
   • Meals & Drinks
   • All meals included
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    Part 9

    • Soft drinks included (spirits excluded)
    • After breakfast, head to the beautiful Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its lush groundwater forests, soda lake, large baboon troops, flamingos, elephants, and the rare tree-climbing lions.
    • Enjoy a morning game drive through the park’s diverse habitats while taking in breathtaking views of the Great Rift Valley escarpment.
    • Following a picnic lunch, return to Arusha, where you will check into your lodge for your final evening in Tanzania.
    • Main Destination: Lake Manyara National Park
    • Accommodation:Arusha Farm House (Mid-range lodge in Arusha)
    • Meals & Drinks
    • Breakfast & Lunch
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    Part 10

    • Drinks included (spirits excluded)
    • Dinner not included
    • Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your lodge before checking out.
    • Depending on your flight schedule, your driver will transfer you to Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, ensuring you arrive in plenty of time for your onward journey.
    • As your safari comes to an end, you’ll leave Tanzania with unforgettable memories of breathtaking landscapes, extraordinary wildlife encounters, and the warm hospitality that makes this destination truly special.
    • Main Destination: Arusha city
    • Accommodation:No accommodation (End of tour)
    • Meals & Drinks
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    Part 11

    • Breakfast
    • Drinks not included
    • End of Safari
    • We hope to welcome you again for another unforgettable adventure with Serengeti African Tours. Safe travels!
    • High demand: This safari books 4–8 weeks ahead during peak season (June–October).
    • Kids under 15 receive a special discount. Contact us when booking.
    • Hot-air balloon safari over the Serengeti can be added for $600/person.
    • All national park entrance fees and conservation levies
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    Part 12

    • Accommodation as specified
    • All meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner
    • Soft drinks and bottled water (minimum 3 litres per person per day)
    • Transportation in a custom 4×4 safari jeep with pop-up viewing roof and guaranteed window seating
    • Expert English-speaking guide/driver (15+ years Tanzania experience)
    • Vehicle inverter for device charging, FM radio communications, electric cooler and filtered water
    • Government taxes and VAT
    • Roundtrip airport transfer
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    Part 13

    • Tips for guides
    • International and domestic flights
    • Tanzania e-visa
    • Additional accomodation before and at the end of the tour
    • Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
    • Hot-air balloon safari in Serengeti ($600/person add-on)
    • Personal purchases, laundry and phone calls
    • Alcoholic beverages
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    Part 14

    • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
    • Note: We have a discount for kids under 15 years old
    • "Our guide Emmanuel was incredible — he spotted a leopard and two lion cubs that three other vehicles completely missed. The most magical experience of our lives."
    • "The private setup meant we could spend 45 minutes with a cheetah and cubs without feeling rushed. The lodges were far beyond what we expected."
    • "As first-time safari travelers, we were nervous. From the moment we arrived, Serengeti African Tours took care of everything. The Ngorongoro Crater literally took our breath away."
    • "Booked through SafariBookings and couldn't be happier. Every detail was handled perfectly. Guide Abouh is extraordinary — his knowledge of wildlife is encyclopaedic."
    • Everything You Need to Know
    • What is the best time of year for the 10-Day Heart of the Savannah Wild Expedition Safari? This itinerary runs year-round, but June to October is best for dry-season visibility and easier wildlife tracking. If your tour includes migration-focused zones, we guide you on the best travel window before confirmation.
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    Part 15

    • This itinerary runs year-round, but June to October is best for dry-season visibility and easier wildlife tracking. If your tour includes migration-focused zones, we guide you on the best travel window before confirmation.
    • What animals am I most likely to see on this tour? On this route through Arusha, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, guests usually see elephants, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, giraffes, and often lions. Leopard and cheetah sightings depend on timing and luck, but your guide uses radio updates to improve chances.
    • On this route through Arusha, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, guests usually see elephants, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, giraffes, and often lions. Leopard and cheetah sightings depend on timing and luck, but your guide uses radio updates to improve chances.
    • What are the accommodation options on this tour? We use clean and trusted safari camps or lodges based on your selected comfort level and budget. Upgrades to higher-category lodges are available before departure, subject to room availability.
    • We use clean and trusted safari camps or lodges based on your selected comfort level and budget. Upgrades to higher-category lodges are available before departure, subject to room availability.
    • How many people will be in my group? Private departures are only for your booking party. Joining options are usually small groups, typically up to 6–7 travelers in a custom safari vehicle with guaranteed window seats.
    • Private departures are only for your booking party. Joining options are usually small groups, typically up to 6–7 travelers in a custom safari vehicle with guaranteed window seats.
    • What should I pack for this itinerary? Please pack neutral-color clothing, a warm layer for early mornings, sun protection, comfortable shoes, insect repellent, and personal medication. A small soft duffel and camera with spare batteries are strongly recommended.
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    Part 16

    • Please pack neutral-color clothing, a warm layer for early mornings, sun protection, comfortable shoes, insect repellent, and personal medication. A small soft duffel and camera with spare batteries are strongly recommended.
    • Can I upgrade from camping to a lodge, and are there hidden costs? Yes, we can upgrade your accommodation category before final booking confirmation. We provide a transparent quote that lists all park fees, accommodation and transport, so you can see exactly what is included.
    • Yes, we can upgrade your accommodation category before final booking confirmation. We provide a transparent quote that lists all park fees, accommodation and transport, so you can see exactly what is included.
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    Part 17

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