7 Days Tanzania Wildlife Safari
Itinerary Details
Arrival day 1: Airport pick-up from Kilimanjaro Airport – Arusha
Distance: 55km/1hr drive in a Tarmac road
Travel/activity: I will pick you up from the Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). From here you will be driven to Hotel in Arusha and briefed on your upcoming safari. Enjoy a restful night before beginning your adventure tomorrow!!!
Transportation: 4WD Safari Land Cruiser with pop up roof
Meals Plan: Half Board
Accommodation Midrange:Ilboru safari lodge
Arusha City Descriptions:
Arusha, also known as “A” Town by the locals, is situated at the foot of Mount Meru, Africa’s 5th highest mountain. The altitude gives the city a pleasant climate and lush green environment. Arusha is not a particularly attractive city in itself and is regarded by many visitors as little more than a necessary stopover before their safari starts in earnest. However, the natural charm of the Tanzanians and the buzz of a fast-growing city mean that Arusha has plenty to offer for those who are prepared to see beyond their air-conditioned safari trucks and satellite-TV equipped hotel rooms.
Day by Day Itinery
Arrival day 1: Airport pick-up from Kilimanjaro Airport – Arusha
Distance: 55km/1hr drive in a Tarmac road
Travel/activity: I will pick you up from the Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). From here you will be driven to Hotel in Arusha and briefed on your upcoming safari. Enjoy a restful night before beginning your adventure tomorrow!!!
Transportation: 4WD Safari Land Cruiser with pop up roof
Meals Plan: Half Board
Accommodation Midrange
Arusha City Descriptions:
Arusha, also known as “A” Town by the locals, is situated at the foot of Mount Meru, Africa’s 5th highest mountain. The altitude gives the city a pleasant climate and lush green environment. Arusha is not a particularly attractive city in itself and is regarded by many visitors as little more than a necessary stopover before their safari starts in earnest. However, the natural charm of the Tanzanians and the buzz of a fast-growing city mean that Arusha has plenty to offer for those who are prepared to see beyond their air-conditioned safari trucks and satellite-TV equipped hotel rooms.
Day 2 Tarangire National Park
In the morning you will be collected in arusha and Travel overland to tarangire national park,(2hours)
It is a Woodland dotted with monumental ancient baobabs alongside, the most magnificent herds of African Elephants found in the northern Tanzania, tarangire river provides water all year round, marking tarangire
National park refugee during dry season for migratory ungulates resulting in sheer density of wildlife
At it’s peak the density of mammals in tarangire national park is higher than anywhere else in Tanzania
Or almost anywhere on the all continent of Africa,
Day 3 Lake manyara national park
After breakfast make your way to the park via south to north gate of Lake Manyara national park, a lush green ecosystem composed of grassy floodplain, rocky ridge and acacia forest, manyara guarantee a diverse birdlife with over 500 bird species have been recorded,in particularly with regard to the extraordinary flocks of grater and lesser flamingoes, storks, herons and pelicans inhabiting the lake area. stopping on-rout at mto wa mbu a cultural vibrant
Town for market visit after game viewing and hot local lunch saved at the small village of mto wa mbu onward to leisurely stroll through farm house gardens and coffee plantations
Enjoy the view of the of surrounding serene highland of lodge
overnight for FB
Day 4-5 Central Serengeti
Travel to Serengeti national park, and begin your journey in the famous Serengeti endless plains, home of one of the largest wildlife population in the world, your adventure around the Serengeti kopjes may reveal all sort of wildlife ranging from insect, snakes, lizards to large predators such as lion, leopard and cheetahs, kopjes provide excellent vantage point to survey the surrounding area for food source or predators, keep an eye out for an hyrax, small herbivores mammal exclusive to the kopjes and surprisingly the closest relative to the elephant, various smaller carnivores residents in Serengeti include the common genet, the African civet the honey badger and at list five mongoose species
Overnight at the selected lodge or camp for FB
Day 6 Ngoro Ngoro conservation area
Wake up early and be one of the first vehicle descending into one of the natural wonders of the world, Ngorongoro is the world largest intact volcanic caldera with farmed reputation for African garden of Eden, the 2000 feet high wall surrounding 16km, wide crater a wide natural dome that contain everything essential for wildlife to exist and survive, its highlights includes one of the Tanzania’s most Tanzania population of the critically endangered black or browser rhino, a game drive to the crater is almost always accompanied by encounters with the big five,(lion, leopard, rhino, elephant and cape buffalo) by mid-afternoon, travel to your next destination the ndutu plains.
overnight at the selected lodge or camp for FB
Day 7 Drive or fly back to Arusha
This is your last morning , enjoy a leisurely breakfast in the morning and head out to catch your schedule flight back to Arusha. or by road to Arusha, Upon pick-up make an optional stop a local shop with an abundance of wood carving, artifacts, painting and crafts,
INCLUDED IN THE ABOVE RATES ARE:
Airport transfers as indicated on the itinerary
A 4WD vehicle with pop up roof, as specified in the itinerary.
Park fees as specified in the itinerary.
Crater service fee in Ngorongoro Crater as specified in the itinerary.
Nights’ Accommodation and Meals at classic camps as specified in the Itinerary.
Unlimited bottled Mineral water during safari.
Unlimited soft drinks during the safari
Unlimited tea and coffee during the safari
Safari Guide Services
Government tax.
Private professional English speaking guide.
Accommodation in Arusha on half board
Unlimited game mileage during safari game drives
Guided walking Lake Manyara and Arusha Nationa
NOT INCLUDED IN THE ABOVE RATES ARE:
International / Local Air Transportation.
Any other items of a personal nature, i.e. Telephone, Laundry, beverages etc.
Tips for the driver guide highly recommended US$20 per person per day and
Any Insurance package
Visas
Our Reviews
finnkai2024-04-04Malaki is an above and beyond safari guide and person Our 4-person Tanzania adventure with Malaki of Malaki Safaris was beyond expectations. Malaki’s combination of professionalism, warmth, knowledge, passion, and cultural connection made the trip phenomenal. Our itinerary took us to Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Empakai, Lake Natron, and Central and Southern Serengeti. Every place awed us with the wildlife and scenery, and we enjoyed staying at a variety of lodges and tented camps, all in beautiful settings. We also spent 2 days hiking with local Maasai guides who taught us about some of their traditions and current realities facing pastoral people in Tanzania. Malaki is a skillful, responsive communicator, so trip planning was enjoyable rather than stressful. He provided suggestions, and he customized our safari according to preferences we expressed. A review below from September 2023 by tomtom771 highlights outstanding aspects of Malaki Safaris, all important to consider when splurging on a trip of a lifetime. Many Tanzania safari itineraries are similar, but it’s the guide who makes the biggest difference. Malaki is from a rural Maasai village, and he pursued his formal education in cities. He knows Tanzania’s landscapes, wildlife, and cultures from lived experience, and he truly loves sharing all of it. Our group had a particular interest in birds, and Malaki eagerly brushed up on his already impressive birding repertoire. When we had questions, Malaki usually had answers, and he often came back later with more information. He has stellar abilities maneuvering the jeep to maximize views and photo opportunities, and he manages to do so without ticking off other drivers. When one of our group members stayed on in Tanzania to do solo travel, Malaki continued to check in on him, occasionally arranging lodging or transfers as a courtesy. It’s not essential that one has a guide who you befriend and hope to see again, but with Malaki we got the best of both worlds, an A+ safari and a talented guide who brightened every day.
sandrab2024-04-04A good, honest and knowledgeable guide! Malaki was highly recommended to us by a friend, and we had a great time with him on the 14-day tour he designed. He guided us at Tarangire National Park, Ngorogoro Crater and Serengeti NP. He worked with us on our budget and is a good communicator. He was very patient, knowledgeable with animals and birds and his pleasant personality made our adventure lots of fun! You could tell that he’s been guiding tours for many years. Other guides respected him and he has good contacts in the area. We stayed in a variety of lodges/tented camps, all pleasant and at times luxurious. If you want an honest guide with good morals and great experience, you can’t go wrong with Malaki.
Renato M2023-09-305 day safari Great guide, speaks excellent english! Perfectly organized trip with great accommodations! He was not just our guide and secure driver but become a friend and was a member of our group! Great experience and absolutely recommandatable!
tomtom7712023-09-27Unvergesslich Schön Overall for our safari was an unforgettable and, most likely, a ‘once in a lifetime’ experience. However, if we are ever fortunate enough to go on another safari in the Serengeti, we will definitely use Malakisafaris Safaris again. For anyone considering a personal safari tour, they should book with Malakisafaris Safaris and here is why… A. Our Malakisafaris team was very organized and provided clear communication and great service from the time we began the scheduling/reservation process early on until the time we departed Tanzania to come back home. Everyone that we interfaced with was very friendly, personable and always answered our questions to our satisfaction. B, Once in the Serengeti, our safari driver/guide was excellent. We always felt safe in the vehicle and he was an absolute expert at spotting animals on our game drives. In fact, very informative. We where very impressed with our guide’s extensive knowledge of the African cultures, animals, etc., that we experienced. C. Our vehicle was always clean and comfortable, obviously well maintained and reliable on the trail. The vehicle was always well stocked with drinks, bottled water and snacks. The seats even had extra top cushions to protect our hind parts from the daily “African Massage” provided by the trails. D. All of the accommodations provided at the various camp/overnight locations exceeded our expectations. Each of the tented camps/lodges that we stayed at in tarangire, the Serengeti National Park, and in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, were in beautiful natural settings and were conveniently located for the daily game drives. E. The food, and the food service, was very good and the in-camp meals were delivered/provided in unexpectedly formal dining areas. This was tent dining at its finest, but it really wasn’t tent dining at all! We were all surprised at how nice all of the dining areas were. Therefore, keep up the great work, the high standards and thank you folks for a wonderful vacation! You will not go wrong choosing Malakisafaris to organize your trip
Kai H2022-11-06Great 7-day Safari in late October We had a fantastic trip with Malaki, visiting the National Parks of Arusha, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro, Central and North Serengeti. Excellent service, with plenty of water, cookies, plugs for camera and phones while the car was always clean (not easy given the dusty roads). Most importantly Malaki is a safe driver, excellent in spotting animals (we were alone in spotting a rhino, a lioness on the hunt and wildebeest crossing the Mara river) and knows the best spots to take pictures (he worked a few years for National Geographic). He knows most of the camps and their managers so that we could have our lunch box and a free tour in some of the most stunning places in the Serengeti and Tarangire. Furthermore, he is an interesting person with lots of knowledge of Tanzania and the animals you encounter, so I can fully recommend him if you want to organize a Safari in Tanzania.
kathy s2020-02-23My second tour with Malakisafaris Another amazing adventure in Africa with Malakisafaris. Once again, Malaki delivered with a great tour of Kenya and Masai Mara by Onesmu. Malaki was our second guide and didn't miss a beat. The animal behavior info and knowledge of culture and country makes for a robust adventure in an amazing country. THANK YOU!!!
Erin S2020-02-04masai mara the safari was more than I could have imagined. both Malaki and Onesmus were INCREDIBLE guides, with knowledge on any topic we asked them, We learned about the animals, the jungle, Kenyan culture, government and so much more. Onesmus was a great driver, with an amazing energy and laugh. It was clear that both Malaki and Osesmus love their job, love sharing their country and truly respect the animals.
Xavier2020-01-12No tourist traps - Malaki Safaris are exceptionally! Our family of four including a 9 and 6 year old went on a 6 day safari with Malaika. The whole experience was amazing. We were impressed by the guiding knowledge and absolutely blown-away with Malaikas ability to accommodate our kids. From a smaller height Jeep to allow kids views to a specialized itinerary was only the beginning. Malaika truly enjoys kids. We highly recommend Malaika Safaris.
Shukti N2019-11-27Ngoragora and Sarengeti The Safari experience was an unforgettable, fantastic and amazing journey. With a passionate, knowledgeable and experienced guide to educate us on the animals and their whereabouts made the tour phernorminal. 100% go again with Malachi. It was also a safe, fun and humourous trip!! Thank you!Toddle2019-06-20Amazing Malaki himself runs these tours. He’s top tier, does a first class experience. Go to the Legendary Lodge. Don’t go to Rhino lodge.