Overview & Summary
Discover a premier eco-conscious wildlife haven in the Kilimanjaro region, where rescued animals roam freely against the majestic backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru. Serval Wildlife Sanctuary offers an immersive, interactive wildlife experience that goes beyond standard safaris. Under the professional guidance of dedicated conservationists, visitors can participate in supervised hands-on encounters with a variety of rehabilitated animals. A perfect day trip option with BMC TOURS & SAFARIS for families, wildlife photographers, and nature enthusiasts.
The boutique sanctuary is situated in the Siha District, accessible via a comfortable scenic drive from Arusha or Moshi. During your visit, you will have the rare opportunity to feed and interact with majestic Masai giraffes, stroke the dense coats of curious elands, and watch playful vervet monkeys swing through trees. The sanctuary is also home to rescued lions, ostriches, and the graceful serval cats that give the center its name. A key focus of this sanctuary is public education, habitat conservation, and preparation of animals for eventual reintroduction into the wild in partnership with national wildlife authorities. A fresh, delicious lunch at the sanctuary's panoramic dining lodge completes this extraordinary day.
Full Itinerary
Interactive Animal Encounters & Siha Valley Drive
Your adventure begins with a morning pick up from your accommodation in Arusha, Moshi, or Kilimanjaro International Airport. Travel comfortably through the lush countryside of the Siha District, with the magnificent peaks of Kilimanjaro and Meru guiding your journey to this unique boutique sanctuary.
Upon arrival at Serval Wildlife Sanctuary, you will be greeted by expert guides who introduce you to the center's vital conservation mission. Unlike traditional game drives, this experience is interactive and educational. Walk through natural habitats and meet the sanctuary's resident animals up close. Under careful supervision, you can feed and photograph gentle Masai giraffes, stroke the coarse coats of curious elands, and observe ostriches in their enclosures. One of the highlights is a safe, controlled encounter with the sanctuary's majestic lions, offering a rare chance to appreciate these powerful creatures at close range.
As midday approaches, enjoy a delicious lunch at the sanctuary's lodge, perhaps while watching wildlife wander past. After lunch, continue your exploration to spot vervet and blue monkeys playing in the trees, and keep an eye out for the sanctuary's namesake the elusive and graceful serval. Learn about ongoing rehabilitation efforts and the sanctuary's partnership with Tanzanian wildlife authorities to reintroduce animals back into the wild.
As the afternoon sun casts golden light over the landscape, relax on the scenic drive back to your accommodation, your heart full of new memories kind encounters, conservation in action, and breathtaking mountain views.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- Private transport in a comfortable vehicle
- Professional guide
- Sanctuary entry fees
- Interactive animal encounters (feeding, petting, photography)
- Lunch at the sanctuary lodge
- Bottled water
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Arusha, Moshi, or JRO
Excluded
- Tips and gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Alcoholic beverages
- Items of a personal nature
Optional Activities
