GROUP OR PRIVATE, 4x4 JEEP SAFARI

Bush to Island Safari

Tour features

Days13 Days 2 Nights
HighlightsSightseeing Tours, Adventure Tours, Safari Tours
TransportJeep afari

A 4-day Jackal Safari in Kenya sounds like an exciting opportunity to explore the vibrant wildlife of the Kenyan savannah while focusing on the elusive and fascinating jackal. Kenya is home to some of the most famous safari destinations in the world, and you’ll be able to see not only jackals but also a wide variety of other wildlife species.

Your Safari Starts: A Journey through Kenya’s Wilderness

As your safari begins, you’re welcomed by the fresh morning air, the sounds of birds and distant wildlife, and the sight of a vast African landscape stretching before you.

Kilimanjaro Airport – Arusha Serena Hotel (D B )
Arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport in the afternoon, get a warm welcome and briefing from our Driver/Guide you will get a transfer to Arusha Serena Hotel. Arrive and check in at this nice lodge which is located just few meters from Arusha city center. The rest of the day will be spent at leisure as you acclimatize. Dinner and overnight at Arusha Serena Hotel.
L.Manyara N Park – L. Manyara Serena Lodge (B L D)
After breakfast, check out of the hotel and get your way through Arusha town, arrive and enter the park where you will make full day game drives in Lake Manyara National Park which is located at the base of the Great Rift Valley. This is a shallow soda lake fed by many creeks flowing down from the near escarpment and creating a dense forest with lush vegetation in the northern part of the park. Look out for elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, troops of baboons, antelope species and the famous tree climbing lions which can’t be missed in the park. Picnic lunch will be served at a site , At the shore of the lake look out for flamingos which migrate to this lake during their breeding season also we have a variety of other water birds as well as herds of hippos seeking shelter in the water from the burning sun. Continue with the game drives until the evening driving over steep serpentines up to the highlands where you will have spectacular views over the Rift Valley , check in at Lake Manyara Serena lodge for dinner and overnight.
Serengeti .N. Park – Serengeti Serena Lodge (B L D)
After our early breakfast, we will drive to Serengeti, the second largest park in Africa which was gazzeted in 1951 making it the oldest park in Tanzania. The park has very beautiful sceneries with grasslands with many species of animals; Serengeti means “endless plains” in Masai language. Look out for Lions, leopards, cheetah, elephants, rhino, topi, giraffe among other many animals. The Seronera River which passes through Serengeti and being one of the tributaries of the many rivers make a home for the crocodiles and the hippos. Serengeti is a UNESCO Wild Heritage Site because of the great wildebeest migration which takes place annually. We make our first game drives in the Serengeti with picnic lunch with picnic lunch at a site. In the evening and as the sun is going down, we reach Mawe Tented Camp for dinner and overnight.

Serengeti .N. Park – Serengeti Serena Lodge (B L D)
With tea or coffee we will make early morning game drives in the park during this time when the animals are very active. Come back for breakfast, then we will embark on a full day game drives in the park, look out for the big five animals, antelope species, bird species including the large birds of prey. This park is well renowned and has been used by most famous film makers and photographer who have produced many animal documentaries. Dinner and overnight at our Lodge.
Ngorongoro Conservation – Ngorongo serena lodge (BLD)
After breakfast we will check out and drive through Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area, picnic lunch will be taken at a site, you continue with the game drive, optional you can visit the museum and learn more about the paleontologists work done by Mary Leakey. Proceed with the journey as we enjoy the fantastic views of the mighty volcanic mountains of the highlands. Your route leads through dense mountain forests along the Ngorongoro Crater rim, offering fascinating views of the crater caldera. Dinner and overnight stay at Ngorongoro Serena lodge.
Ngorongoro Crater –

Ngorongoro serena Lodge (B L D)
After an early breakfast, drive to Ngorongoro crater rim then descend down 600 m deep Ngorongoro Crater floor, the crater hosts large population of wildlife. It is here where one can find almost all species of animals found in East Africa. We will make game drives on the floor of the crater with picnic lunch at a site .Look out for cheetahs, rhinos, buffalo, lions, elephants and others animals. Afterwards we drive back for dinner and overnight at Ngorongoro Serena lodge.

Tarangire National Park – Tarangire Sopa Lodge (B L D)
After an early breakfast, drive to the Tarangire National Park. On arrival we will start our first game drives in the park visiting the Tarangire River which form big swampy areas in the southern part of the park attracting many wild animals in the dry season. The Tarangire National boasts of having some big Baobab trees which make the herds of elephant’s inhabit this park as well as plant life. Look out for other animals like giraffes, impala, warthogs, oryx, gerenuk, lesser kudu and even the African wild dog. Picnic lunch at a picnic site in the park then continue with game drives until evening. As the sun is going down, we drive to reach our lodge for dinner and overnight.
Airport Transfer – Flight to

Zanzibar – Spice Island Beach Hotel (B L D)
Early in the morning you can make a game walk in the game-rich area around the lodge (optional activity). After breakfast we drive to the airport with lunch on the way. Proceed by plane to Zanzibar, East Africa’s largest island. On arrival you will be picked up and transferred to Spice Island Beach Resort, located on the South East coast of the island, where you start your beach holiday.

Beach Holiday – Spice Island Beach Hotel (B D)
Now it’s the time to remember the wonderful experience of your Tanzania safari in your Beach Resort, while you relax at the pool, enjoy the white sandy beaches, discover the tropical fishes at the reefs. Optional activities includes snorkeling or diving trip, make a bicycle tour, excursion to the Stone town of Zanzibar or spoil yourself with treatments in the Spa of your hotel. The typical Swahili food with fresh fish, seafood and exotic spices will give you a culinary experience you never had before.

Transfer to Airport Zanzibar (B)
After breakfast, check out and get a transfer for departure at the airport for your flight back to your home country depending on the flight timings.
Welcome and enjoy our services!!

PRICE INCLUDES
All park entrance fees
All game drives and transfers in a good customary minibus or Land cruiser on safari
Unlimited game drives up to 6pm (sundown)
Breakfast (B) / lunch (L) / dinner (D) as indicated
Accommodation in a double room in mentioned accommodations or similar
Local English speaking driver guide.
Enough bottled water each day
Detailed travel information.


PRICE DO NOT INCLUDE
International flight.
Visa for Kenya (about USD 50)
Beverages
Tips

-Lake Manyara National Park
-Serengeti National park
-Ngorongoro National Park
-Tarangire National Park
-Zanzibar Island
-Arusha Serena Hotel (D B )
-Lake Manyara Serena Lodge (B L D)
-Serengeti Serena Lodge (B L D)

Favourable Time

June to October and January and February

High Season

June to October and December to March

Low Season

April and May

Best Weather

June to October

Best Weather

March, April and May (Peak of the Wet season)

Dry Season (June to October) – Best Time for Wildlife Viewing

  • Weather: These months are cooler and drier, which makes wildlife easier to spot as animals gather around water sources.
  • Great Migration: This is the peak of the wildebeest migration in the Maasai Mara, especially between July and October. This is a highlight for many visitors.
  • Wildlife Viewing: Since vegetation is less dense, animals are more visible in the open savannah, and predators are more active, making this the best time for general game viewing.
  • Temperatures: Daytime temperatures are usually mild, ranging from 24°C to 28°C (75°F to 82°F), with cooler mornings and evenings.

 

2. Short Rainy Season (November to December)

  • Weather: Occasional short rains, usually in the form of afternoon showers, but still lots of sunshine.
  • Wildlife Viewing: The rains can make animals a bit harder to spot, but it’s a quieter time to visit, and many areas are lush and green, which offers a different perspective.
  • Benefits: Fewer tourists, and some safari lodges and camps offer lower rates during this season.
  • Temperatures: Temperatures can range between 20°C and 28°C (68°F to 82°F).

 

3. Long Rainy Season (March to May) – Low Season

  • Weather: This is the wettest period in Kenya, with frequent and intense rains, making some roads difficult to travel, especially in remote areas.
  • Wildlife Viewing: The rain can create a more challenging safari experience as animals tend to spread out more and are harder to spot. However, birdwatching is excellent during this time as many migratory birds are in Kenya.
  • Benefits: The rainy season is the least crowded time of year, and many lodges offer significant discounts, which can make for a more budget-friendly trip.
  • Temperatures: Similar to the short rains, temperatures range from 20°C to 28°C (68°F to 82°F).

 

4. Shoulder Season (January to February)

  • Weather: This is generally a dry period, with warm to hot temperatures and little rainfall. It’s often considered one of the best times for safaris.
  • Wildlife Viewing: During this period, game viewing is excellent as animals gather around water sources. The landscapes are still lush and green from the rainy season, but the grass is shorter, making wildlife spotting easier.
  • Temperatures: This is the hottest time of year, with temperatures averaging between 25°C and 30°C (77°F to 86°F).