Tanzania Wildlife Safari 2025 [singles: waitlist only]

September 30 - October 11, 2025

Length: 12 days

Region(s): Africa

Activity Level: Activity indicator paw

Type: Land, Safari

Join us on a transformative wildlife safari through the heart of East Africa, the backdrop to the year-round migration of grazing herbivores that traverse the Serengeti Plains. With exceptional access to national parks and reserves, you'll witness spectacular wildlife, colorful local traditions, and endless, sun-drenched savannas of Tanzania.

Operated by Orbridge

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Tour Highlights

Dive deep into the heart of East Africa accompanied by expert naturalist guides who will enrich your experience with their knowledge and passion.
Safari through some of the region’s most important parks and reserves, including the legendary Serengeti—host at different times to the year-round Great Migration, the cyclical journey of 1.6 million herbivores on their quest for survival.
Participate in up to 12 game drives aboard safari-outfitted Land Cruisers.
Spend a full day at Ngorongoro Crater—home to populations of lions, leopards, black rhinos, hyenas, wildebeests, buffaloes, elephants, and zebras.
Uncover the mysteries at Olduvai Gorge, an archaeological treasure and place of profound historical significance.
Soar above the Serengeti during an optional hot air balloon sunrise safari, including a champagne breakfast and game drive (additional fee).
Cal Discoveries guests will enjoy this experience in the company of other intellectually curious travelers from a variety of alumni associations.
If you are interested in more information about this trip, please click on the “Reserve Now” button to be taken to the Orbridge website.

* Cal lecturer’s participation cannot be guaranteed and is contingent upon a minimum number of paying travelers.

Activity Level 3

What to expect: These trips feature long touring days with travel via motor coach, ship, zodiac, all-terrain vehicle, or train. Travelers are required to board transportation without assistance as well as stand and walk over uneven terrain for extended periods of time. Some tours may include optional higher-intensity activities and travel at higher altitudes with steep ascents and descents. Outings last four to six hours most days.

Suitable for: Travelers who are able to comfortably walk four to six miles, or 6,900–9,200 steps, each day.