$2,442 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival
Arrival
Arrive at Arusha Airport, where your professional guide will meet you and transfer you to your lodge. After settling in, enjoy an optional city tour of Arusha, exploring vibrant local markets, craft shops, and cultural highlights. Take in panoramic views of Mount Meru and surrounding hills, offering a scenic introduction to northern Tanzania. Activities include guided walks, photography, souvenir shopping, and tasting local flavors. This gentle start allows guests to acclimatize, immerse in local culture, and prepare for the wildlife adventures ahead. Distance and driving are minimal, with the focus on urban scenery and cultural exploration. The unique blend of city life and highland scenery provides a relaxed and enriching first day.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Lake manyara national park
Lake manyara national park
After breakfast, drive approximately 130 km (2–3 hours) to Lake Manyara NP, renowned for its flamingo-filled alkaline shores, tree-climbing lions, and diverse birdlife. Explore the park’s unique combination of lakeshore, forest, and savannah ecosystems on a guided full-day game drive, spotting elephants, giraffes, zebras, baboons, and abundant bird species. The park’s dramatic escarpments and shimmering lake provide stunning photographic opportunities. Enjoy a picnic lunch amid natural scenery. Activities include morning and afternoon game drives, wildlife photography, birdwatching, and optional guided nature walks. Lake Manyara’s compact yet biodiverse landscapes and rare wildlife behaviors make it a truly memorable start to the safari.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- Eileen's Trees Inn
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3-4
Southern Serengeti(ndutu)
Southern Serengeti(ndutu)
After breakfast, drive approximately 270–300 km (5–6 hours) from Lake Manyara to the Southern Serengeti, a vast and relatively untouched wildlife region famous for its rolling plains, scattered kopjes, seasonal rivers, and abundant predator-prey interactions. Spend two days immersed in morning and afternoon game drives, spotting lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, zebras, and wildebeests in their natural habitats. Optional hot air balloon safari at sunrise offers panoramic aerial views of the golden plains, ending with a bush champagne breakfast. Enjoy picnic lunches in the wilderness, guided bush walks, and wildlife photography sessions. The Southern Serengeti’s unique combination of seclusion, biodiversity, and scenic landscapes provides guests with intimate and unforgettable safari experiences, while flexible activities allow exploration at a relaxed pace. This combined segment maximizes wildlife viewing and ensures clients experience the heart of the Serengeti efficiently.
- Main Destination:
- Southern Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ndutu Heritage Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Ngorongoro crater
Ngorongoro crater
Drive approximately 180–200 km (4–5 hours) from Southern Serengeti to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying scenic highlands and traditional Maasai villages en route. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the most iconic wildlife habitats in Africa. Embark on a full-day game drive, spotting lions, rhinos, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, and wildebeests in the crater’s rare ecosystem of grasslands, swamps, and small forests. Enjoy a picnic lunch amidst dramatic scenery. Activities include guided crater game drives, wildlife photography, and scenic viewing at the crater rim. The crater’s stunning landscapes and concentrated wildlife population offer unmatched safari experiences.
The crater is the world's largest caldera which was formed after an explosion that occurred approximately 2 to 3 million years ago. The crater floor is 1,800 meters (5,900 feet) above sea level, and the area has around 30,000 animals and a great variety of birds.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Eileen's Trees Inn
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Tarangire national park
Tarangire national park
After breakfast, drive approximately 120–150 km (3–4 hours) to Tarangire NP, famous for its ancient baobabs, seasonal rivers, and large elephant herds. Embark on a morning game drive, spotting giraffes, zebras, lions, and abundant birdlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch amid the park’s scenic wilderness. Afterward, begin the scenic drive back to Arusha (~2–3 hours) for your transfer to Arusha Airport or lodge. Reflect on your journey across Lake Manyara, Southern Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Tarangire, celebrating unforgettable wildlife encounters and landscapes. We sincerely thank you for choosing this safari and wish you a safe and pleasant onward journey, carrying memories of Africa’s unique wildlife and scenery.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
