Backpackers Tanzania Safaris

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Experiencing a Northern Tanzania safari is an essential destination on everyone's travel list. The Serengeti's Great Migration is one of the most amazing wildlife spectacles, whilst being on safari in the Crater floor of the extinct volcano at Ngorongoro is a game viewing environment that has no equal. Away from the tourist hotspots, quieter parks such as Tar...
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Camping
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Get close to wildlife in the wilderness areas
    • Explore the Serengeti National Park
    • Visit Ngorongoro Crater, one of the Eight Wonders of the World

What's this trip about?

    Experiencing a Northern Tanzania safari is an essential destination on everyone's travel list. The Serengeti's Great Migration is one of the most amazing wildlife spectacles, whilst being on safari in the Crater floor of the extinct volcano at Ngorongoro is a game viewing environment that has no equal. Away from the tourist hotspots, quieter parks such as Tarangire are superb for game viewing yet often overlooked to their more famous neighbors. Lake Manyara's game concentrations are not nearly as high as surrounding parks but there are a number of unique species that provide a reason to safari here. Lake Manyara's tree climbing lions are the park’s main attraction.  Why these lions habitually climb trees is still up for debate but viewing a pride relaxing in an acacia tree is an incredible site.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 18 people
Age range10 to 60 years
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityArusha
End CityArusha

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Safari

Destinations

  • Africa

Attractions

  • Arusha
  • Lake Manyara National Park
  • Ngorongoro Crater
  • Serengeti National Park
  • Tarangire National Park

Activities

  • Culture
  • Game drive
  • Historic sightseeing
  • Safari

Trip includes

    • All park entrance fees
    • Transport on 4WD vehicle with a pop-up roof, which enable you to spot wildlife
    • Accommodation based on three meals a
    • Crater fees
    • Camping fees
    • Mineral water 1.5 lt per person per day
    • Salary for the Professional English
    • Driver Guide
    • Activities as mentioned in the itinerary

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Arrive to Tanzania

Upon your arrival meet at Kilimanjaro international Airport and transfer to your hotel in Arusha for bed and breakfast B/B. Pamoja expedition Lodge.

Day 2: Arusha National Park

In the morning drive to Arusha national park with your packed lunch for game viewing. Break for a picnic lunch then continue with game viewing at Arusha National Park. Dinner and overnight at Outpost Lodge Full board (FB)

Day 3: Tarangire National Park

After breakfast transfer to Tarangire national park with your packed lunch for game viewing, enjoy a picnic lunch at Tarangire then continue with your game viewing until late evening, dinner and overnight, / Kigongoni Campsite. FB. One of the most noticeable things on...

Day 4: Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast transfer to Lake Manyara national park for game viewing, lunch then after lunch drive to the park again for a second half game viewing. Dinner and overnight, Twiga Campsite. FBA major attraction of the Lake Manyara National Park is the tree - climbing ...

Day 5: Serengeti National Park

After breakfast transfer to Serengeti national park via Ngorongoro conservation area, with your lunch box and game en-route. Dinner and overnight, Seronera Campsite FB Serengeti is perhaps most well known for the annual migration that takes place across the great Sava...

Day 6: Serengeti/ Ngorongoro

After breakfast with your packed lunch drive and game en route to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Pass by Olduvai Gorge a historical site whereby the early man lived its your option whether you pass by the Maasai boma if you are interested in the real African life tradi...

Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha

After breakfast, with packed lunch descend into the crater for a full day game viewing. Have your picnic lunch in the crater at hippo pool or Lerai forest. Evening drive back to Arusha for dinner and overnight at your Hotel/Transfer to the Airport for your flight back home.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,194
Price per day$171
Last Updated: 4/26/2024

Check Current Availability, prices, specials with Lights on Africa Safaris.

The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Lights on Africa Safaris Reviews & Ratings

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After we made the initial enquiry Peniel got in touch with us and fulfilled all our special wishes. All questions were fully and quickly answered via e-mail, and eve...

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Feb 2024

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INCREDIBLE TRIP; THANK YOU LIGHTS ON AFRICA

I have been to Tanzania one other time so I am confident in saying that based on my two experiences, Lights on Africa by FAR EXCEEDED my known expectations. Just WOW...

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Feb 2024

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I can't say enough amazing things about Lights on Africa. From the moment we landed to our final goodbye, we were very well taken care of. All of our accommodations ...

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Jan 2024

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Lights On Africa, Great Locally Owned tailored experience

Working with Peniel and Anton was an excellent experience. Lights on worked with us to create a life time experience that we were looking for. Lights On Africa’s fle...

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Tour Operator

Lights on Africa Safaris

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Lights on Africa Destinations and Safaris, is a Tanzanian local owned Safari Company, 100% Tanzanian owned and run, specializing in both luxury, Mid-range and budget safaris, Mountains climbing, Cultural tours, Volunteering, Beach holidays and more. We have special programs for Students, Honeymooners, Wedding Ceremony and Volunteers

The Company was established in 2012 when Peniel Laizer, A maasai gentleman who was born and raised in northern part of Tanzania. After gaining his much experience in Safari Lodges, Camps and Hotels, Several safari Companies, he decided to establish Lights on Africa to provide clients with an opportunity to deep-into local community cultures, leave with a learn the local way of life while experiencing other adventures. It is a registered company under the Tanzanian Company Ordinance (Cap.213) with the Certificate of Incorporation No. 248687.

We pride ourselves on our professional yet very personal service.

 

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The people behind your Lifetime Experience!!

Everyone at LIGHTS ON AFRICA  believes travel is vital to a life well-lived and our supervisory team sets the tone. Depiction on a diverse set of skills that includes operations, sales, and financial planning, they work across to bring you the best experience possible.

Lights on Africa, is among the few travel companies that you can trust to have 99% success rate of reaching the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International flights
    • Accommodation on night after safari in Arusha town (we can arrange on request)
    • Hot and cold drinks
    • Flying doctors insurance, we can arrange for USD 30per person
    • Tips to the driver/guide and all items of personal nature/use
    • All items not mentioned in the itinerary

Accommodation

,Camping information Accommodation is mostly in modern, large two-man tents with a sewn-in ground sheet; with a comfortable foam mattress spread on the ground sheet (clients bring their own sleeping bags). Camping accommodation includes: All park/camping fees and taxes Dome tents, foam mattresses (sleeping bags upon request) Three meals a day while on safari whether vegetarian or non-vegetarian prepared by the cook Dining table & chairs, stools, full catering; Overnight in public camp sites, mainly within the parks with shower/toilet facilities For the basic camping safaris visitors are advised to carry: A Sleeping bag [You can hire] Money for personal spending and tipping A small case as storage space is limited to a maximum of 20kgs Trousers and sweater for the cool mornings and evenings in addition to plenty of light clothes for hot days (do not forget a hat), Torch, sunglasses, suntan lotion, Insect repellent/spray Camera, films, binoculars, maps, guide-books, Toilet paper, soap, towel, and toothbrush/paste All personal travel insurance Travel Emergency Assistance covers for emergency evacuation covering 30 days worldwide. It is advisable to carry extra drinks as they are not always en-route your safari. *There is no bad time to go on Safari in Tanzania; there is always something happening. Below are safari seasons for your particular interests.

Transportation & Flights

No flights included ,
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Cancellation policy

When the cancellation is done in a period of over 60 days of the safari/tour, the payment will be refunded minus the Bank/ transfer fee. When the cancellation is done in a period between 30 days of the safari/tour, 50% of the payment would be refunded. When the cancellation is done in a period between 7 – 14 days of the safari/tour, 25% of the payment would be refunded. When the cancellation is made in a period of less than 7 days to the safari/tour then the payment is NON-REFUNDABLE.

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We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance alongside your travel package to safeguard against unforeseen circumstances such as medical expenses, trip cancellations, and other contingencies. It offers you peace of mind and ensures you are prepared for unexpected events that may occur before or during your journey
Visa requirements
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Meals Included

7 Breakfasts, 6 Picnic Lunches, 5 Dinners

Age Requirements
10 to 60 years
Additional Information

Notes:

  • Upgrades to Lodge/Luxury lodge are available.
  • Our Travel consultant will give you detailed information when responding to your enquiry.
  • Once we have received your deposit, tour prices are guaranteed.
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