Your day begins with a morning pickup from your hotel in Arusha, typically between 0700 and 0800 hours, depending on your location. From Arusha, you will travel approximately 90 to 110 kilometres, with a driving time of about 2 to 2.5 hours, heading west toward the Siha District near the Kilimanjaro International Airport corridor. The drive is comfortable and scenic, passing through rural villages, open grasslands, and fertile agricultural zones, offering beautiful views of Mount Kilimanjaro on clear days.

Upon arrival at Serval Wildlife Sanctuary, you will be warmly welcomed by the sanctuary team and your professional guide. The sanctuary is located within a private conservation area, offering a peaceful and exclusive atmosphere far from crowded tourist routes. After a short orientation and safety briefing, you will begin your guided wildlife encounter experience, which focuses on observation, learning, and ethical interaction.

During your guided walk, you will encounter a variety of animals such as giraffes, zebras, elands, ostriches, blue wildebeests, lions, cheetahs, serval cats, caracals, and other rescued or sanctuary-raised species. Each encounter is carefully managed to ensure animal well-being while allowing guests to observe natural behaviors at close but safe distances. This experience is especially popular among wildlife photographers, as the open landscapes and controlled pacing allow for exceptional close-range photography without the constraints of a vehicle.

Throughout the visit, your guide will provide detailed explanations about animal behavior, conservation challenges, rescue stories, and the role of sanctuaries in wildlife protection, offering a deeper understanding beyond what is typically experienced on standard safaris. You will have ample time to walk through different zones of the sanctuary, relax at scenic viewpoints, and enjoy uninterrupted photography sessions.

Midday, you will enjoy a luxury lunch experience within the sanctuary, served in a beautifully designed setting overlooking the open plains or water features frequented by wildlife. The meal is freshly prepared and offers a calm, elegant atmosphere where animals can often be seen roaming nearby, creating a truly unique dining experience.

After lunch, you will have additional leisure time to explore selected areas of the sanctuary, relax, or participate in optional activities arranged in advance. In the mid-afternoon, you will begin your return journey to Arusha, arriving back at your hotel in the late afternoon or early evening, bringing your luxury wildlife day experience to a satisfying conclusion.

Optional Extra Activities

The following activities can be arranged at an additional cost depending on availability:

• Extended professional photography session with guidance
• Private behind-the-scenes conservation talk
• Special animal enrichment observation experience
• Romantic private lunch setup for couples
• Educational session focused on wildlife conservation and rescue