5 Days African Lion Safari
overview
A real-life ‘Lion King’ journey, for those in search of Africa’s greatest predators.
Tour Information
Availability
All year round
Price
Starting from USD 2,380
per person sharing
Tour Highlights
Arusha
Central Serengeti
Ngorongoro Crater
Duration
1 Night Arusha
2 Nights Serengeti
1 Night Ngorongoro Crater
Day 1
Kilimanjaro International Airport – Arusha
Our guide meets you on your arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport and transfers you to your hotel in Arusha.
Located beneath the twin peaks of Mt. Meru and Mount Kilimanjaro, Arusha City is the gateway to Tanzania’s Northern Circuit of national parks and marks the starting point of your safari into the African Bush.
Set out to explore the vibrant sights and sounds of local life in Arusha
Coffee connoisseurs can enjoy popular coffee tours – weaving in and out of the evergreen coffee trees, while learning about how beans are nurtured, harvested, dried and finally roasted to produce myriad different blends which are exported and enjoyed all over the world.
* These activities are an additional cost.
Day 2
Arusha – Serengeti
Get set to kickstart your safari adventure as we head to the Serengeti where you are dropped off and given time to settle in.
Guests raring to get out and explore can take advantage of a sunset game drive
Back to your hotel for dinner and a relaxing evening listening to the sounds of the Serengeti at night
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3
Serengeti
We set out in the early morning for a full day’s game drive in search of lion prides. Expect to spot animals you’ve only seen in National Geographic – great herds of buffalo, elephants, giraffes, zebra, thousands of Eland, as well as exceptional year-round lion sightings. Enjoy a delicious picnic and spend the entire day out exploring the rolling plains of the Serengeti National Park. After an action-packed day in the bush, your guide drops you back at your accommodation inside the national park, in time for a gourmet dinner. Take to the African skies in a hot air balloon to appreciate the pristine natural beauty of this 14,763km2 savannah stretching as far as the eye can see.*
Cosy around the campfire and enjoy sharing stories of the day’s wildlife sightings.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
* These activities are at an additional cost
Day 4
Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater
After an early breakfast, you depart with your lunch for a final morning game drive in the Serengeti.
Few lions hunt during the heat of the day and so early morning is often the best time to observe the thrill of the chase.
Enjoy your last few moments in the Serengeti National Park before we make the three-hour transfer to Ngorongoro Crater.
Check-in to your accommodation in Ngorongoro and settle into your new surroundings.
Enjoy a guided walk around the rim of the mighty Ngorongoro Crater. In addition to seeing breathtaking views of the volcanic crater and the diverse wildlife, our expert guides will also teach you about its incredible indigenous flora and fauna.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
* These activities are an additional cost.
Day 5
Ngorongoro Crater – Kilimanjaro International Airport
Wake up early to panoramic views of the crater, and after breakfast, head off for a day trip to explore the many fascinating species that are protected within its rim.
Here, we can see the Big Five in high concentration against the stunning backdrop of the crater walls.
After a day of exploring, you are transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport – where we wave you a fond farewell.
Meals included: Breakfast and Lunch
* These activities are an additional cost.
WHATS INCLUDED
- Return airport transfers
- 4 x Nights of accommodation and meals as outlined above
- Your own professional English-speaking driver/guide
- Activities and game viewing as specified in the itinerary
- Evening sundowners (where applicable)
- Packed lunches on excursions with unlimited soft drinks and snacks
- Unlimited mileage in one of our custom 4 x 4 Toyota Land cruisers during safari game drives
- Government taxes and national park fees
- Flying Doctor Service
WHATS EXCLUDED
- International and domestic Flights
- Any items of a personal nature such as: telephone calls, alcoholic drinks, laundry, tips for drivers and guides etc
- Insurance
- Visas
Accommodations
From traditional tented safari camps to luxurious lodges, we work with a number of tried and tested accommodation providers to ensure your stay is truly unforgettable. Below are some of the camps that we highly recommend for this itinerary:
