Serengeti Essence Safaris

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Arusha – Lake Manyara National Park

Arusha – Lake Manyara National Park

Depart Arusha in the morning and drive to Lake Manyara National Park. Lake Manyara is renowned for its flamingos, pelicans, and cormorants, but it is also home to several hundred species of migratory birds, making it a birdwatcher's paradise. Tree-climbing lions and breathtaking scenery will make your day unforgettable. With a little luck, you might spot elephants in the acacia forest. Lake Manyara National Park is renowned for its high concentration of birds, monkeys, and big cats. Lunch will be served at the picnic area. After lunch, you will continue your safari in the afternoon. Later you will exit the park and head to Karatu for overnight at Marera Valley Lodge.

Main Destination:
Lake Manyara National Park
Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals)
High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded)
Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
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LionOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Marera Valley Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Manyara NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Karatu – Serengeti National Park

Karatu – Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, you’ll depart for Serengeti National Park, enjoying game drives along the way as you journey through the breathtaking landscapes. Upon entering the park, you’ll stop for a picnic lunch at a scenic spot inside the Serengeti. The adventure continues with an afternoon game drive en route to your lodge. Known for its iconic Great Migration, the Serengeti’s vast plains are home to massive herds of wildebeest, zebra, and antelope. Keep your eyes open for resident predators like lions, cheetahs, and leopards, often spotted on the hunt or resting under the shade. By evening, you’ll arrive at your lodge for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)
High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)
Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon
LionCommon
CheetahCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
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GiraffeCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Tukaone Weavers Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 3

Serengeti – Karatu

Serengeti – Karatu

You’ll wake up early for a magical morning game drive in Serengeti National Park, the best time to witness predators in action and wildlife at its most active. After a hearty breakfast at the lodge, you’ll continue exploring the Serengeti’s endless plains before departing in the afternoon toward Karatu. Your accommodation for the night is located near the Ngorongoro Crater, offering a peaceful retreat and a perfect base for the next day’s adventure. The following morning, you’ll descend into the crater early — when wildlife activity is at its peak — for an unforgettable final safari experience.

Main Destination:
Karatu (Town)
Accommodation:
Marera Valley Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 4

Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha

Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha

Rise early today to avoid any delays on your descent to the famous Ngorongoro Crater. From the moment you arrive in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, you will be amazed by the beauty that surrounds you. Ngorongoro crater is the largest unbroken volcanic caldera in the world. Thanks to its natural boundaries, the crater's wildlife is incredible. The crater is home to the Big Five and offers an excellent opportunity to observe the rare black rhino. Add to this hyenas, zebras, buffalo, and elephants, and you have the perfect setting for an unforgettable safari! In the late afternoon, after exploring this park and its underground forest you will exist and drive back to Arusha.
You will be dropped off at a place of your choice either Arusha town, Kilimanjaro Airport or Arusha Airport.

Main Destination:
No major destination visited
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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  • This tour is offered by Serengeti Essence Safaris, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
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  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
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