8-Day Green Season Safari: Tanzania’s Hidden Gem
Overview
The 8-day Green Season Safari unveils the hidden beauty of Tanzania during its lush green season. This lesser-known period offers fewer crowds, vibrant landscapes, and unique opportunities to see wildlife in a quieter setting. The lush vegetation of the parks during this time creates ideal conditions for birdwatching and witnessing newborn animals. With fewer visitors, you’ll experience Tanzania’s natural beauty in a more tranquil environment. This is a perfect safari for those looking to avoid the crowds and enjoy a unique, off-the-beaten-path experience.
Day by Day
- Day 1: Arrival and Tarangire National Park
Arrive in Tanzania and transfer to Tarangire National Park for your first safari experience. Known for its baobab trees and large elephant herds, Tarangire in the green season offers a peaceful setting to begin your journey. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon game drive and an evening of fine dining at your lodge.
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- Day 2-3: Serengeti National Park
Next, head to the Serengeti, where you’ll enjoy two days of exploration. The Green Season brings lush grasslands and blooming flowers, attracting a wide variety of herbivores and predators. This is also an excellent time for birdwatching as migratory birds flock to the region. Spend your days spotting wildlife and soaking in the quiet beauty of the park.
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- Day 4-5: Ngorongoro Crater
Venture to the Ngorongoro Crater, where the green season brings rich foliage and vibrant landscapes. The cooler, wetter months provide a different perspective of the Crater, with abundant food sources for wildlife. You’ll have two days of private game drives, spotting lions, rhinos, and elephants in a serene and lush environment.
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- Day 6-7: Lake Manyara National Park
Explore Lake Manyara National Park, where the Green Season transforms the landscape into a verdant paradise. Known for its tree-climbing lions and flamingo-filled lake, this park offers a unique mix of wildlife and stunning scenery. Your game drives will reveal the diverse habitats that thrive during this season.
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- Day 8: Departure
On your final day, enjoy a leisurely breakfast and one last game drive before being transferred to the airport for your departure. Reflect on your peaceful and vibrant safari experience, filled with intimate encounters and the natural beauty of Tanzania’s green season.
Enquire This Tour
- Inclusions:
- Transfer Airport to your hotel
- Park fees as per itinerary
- Accommodation and meals as per itinerary
- Game drives as indicated in the Itinerary.
- Service of English Speaking guide.
- Drinking water while on safari
- One-way flight from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar
- Game drive in a safari vehicle with pop up roof and/or open sided vehicle
- Boat safari at Selous/ Nyerere National Park
- Exclusions:
- Any International flights
- Any Domestic flights not mentioned above
- Visa
- Optional activities such as walking safari and Night Game Drive
- Travel and medical Insurance
- Zanzibar Infrastructure fee, payable direct to the hotel
- Tips for driver or camp/lodge staff
- All items of a personal nature such as laundry, phone calls and drinks
- Any other items or activities not specified above