Night Game Drive
Night game drives in Tanzania offer a unique and thrilling safari experience, allowing you to witness the nocturnal activities of wildlife that are not typically seen during daytime safaris. Tanzania’s national parks and reserves, such as the Serengeti, Tarangire, and Ngorongoro Crater, offer night game drives conducted by experienced guides in specialized vehicles equipped with spotlights.
During these night excursions, you may encounter elusive nocturnal animals such as leopards, hyenas, civets, genets, and a variety of owls and other birds. The ambiance of the African night, with its sounds, smells, and sights, adds a sense of adventure to the safari experience.
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In places like Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park, and Selous Game Reserve, night game drives are conducted by experienced guides who use spotlights to search for animals. You might spot elusive nocturnal species such as leopards, hyenas, genets, bushbabies, and owls. The atmosphere is magical as the sounds of the African night come alive, and you witness the drama of predator-prey interactions unfolding under the stars.
However, it’s important to note that not all parks in Tanzania allow night game drives, and regulations may vary depending on the park management policies. Additionally, night drives typically require special permits and must be booked in advance through authorized tour operators or lodges.
Before embarking on a night game drive, make sure to dress warmly, as temperatures can drop significantly after sunset. Also, keep in mind that driving conditions may be rougher at night, so be prepared for a bumpy ride. Overall, a night game drive in Tanzania is an unforgettable adventure that offers a fresh perspective on the wonders of the African wilderness.
On a night game drive, you might encounter creatures such as nocturnal predators like lions and leopards on the hunt, elusive hyenas, bat-eared foxes, genets, porcupines, and a variety of nocturnal birds. The experience of observing these animals in their natural habitat under the cover of darkness is truly extraordinary.
Many of Tanzania’s national parks and game reserves offer night game drives as part of their safari experiences. Some popular destinations for night game drives include the Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park, and Selous Game Reserve. Each of these locations offers a unique opportunity to explore the nocturnal world of African wildlife.
It’s important to note that night game drives are typically conducted by experienced guides in specially adapted vehicles equipped with powerful spotlights for viewing wildlife without disturbing their natural behavior. These drives provide a safe and exciting way to explore the African bush after dark while respecting the animals and their habitat.
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Additional notes:
- Your first day on safari requires you to pay extra attention to both our company’s recommendations and the visitor regulations for the national parks.
- Except for in officially designated sites, it is strictly prohibited to exit the vehicle during the safari. Large fines for the company and even the loss of its license may result from violations of this provision.
- Off-road driving is also not allowed because such actions could seriously upset the delicate ecosystem’s balance.
- You are permitted to smoke during the safari, but you must take special care to put out and dispose of cigarette butts because they frequently start fires in the savanna.
- Furthermore, we respectfully request that you do not place your feet on the safari cars’ seats or sit in the back of them, as this type of behavior quickly renders the vehicles unusable.
Thank you in advance for your understanding.
The price includes:
- Pick up at Kilimanjaro International Airport
- Transfer to a hotel in Arusha and back to the airport
- Accommodation before and After safari (breakfast included)
- All accommodation under your program
- Air Ambulance Service by AMREF Flying Doctors
- Bottled water and soft drinks throughout the tour
- Thermos with hot water (tea / coffee)
- Land Cruiser 4×4 with pop-up roof
- Experienced safari Guide
- 24/7 phone support
- All park fees
- Medical kit
- Wet wipes
The Price does not include:
- Air tickets
- Visa fees
- Lunch and dinner in hotel (only before and after safari)
- Personal items (Insurance, Souvenirs)
- Tips to your safari guide
- International flights
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- The government imposed increase of taxes and /or park fees
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