Akondo Adventures

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$1,564 to $1,744 pp (USD)

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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

Flight from Zanzibar to Arusha / Game drive in Tarangire National Par

Flight from Zanzibar to Arusha / Game drive in Tarangire National Par

Your safari starts with pick-up at 6:00 am from your hotel in Zanzibar. Our driver will take you to the airport for your 8:00 am flight from Zanzibar to Arusha. Upon arrival at 9:15 am, our driver-guide will drive you to Tarangire National Park, about 1.5 hours from Arusha.

Tarangire National Park is famous for its biodiversity, including large elephant herds, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, lions, leopards, and many other wildlife species. The park also offers excellent birdwatching, with species such as the yellow-collared lovebird, kori bustard, and African grey hornbill.

In the afternoon, enjoy your packed lunch inside the park before continuing the game drive until 4:00 pm. Afterwards, you will drive to Escarpment Luxury Lodge. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed with a Maasai dance and fresh juice before check-in. After check-in, you will have the option to enjoy a sundowner at the lodge before dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Tarangire National Park
Best Time To Visit July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River)
High Season June to October (The park is full of visitors)
Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP

ElephantAbundant
GiraffeCommon
LionCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
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HippoCommon
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Escarpment Luxury Lodge Manyara
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 2

Game drive in Ngorongoro Crater

Game drive in Ngorongoro Crater

Early in the morning, you will enjoy a breathtaking view of Lake Manyara from your lodge. We advise waking up at 6:00 am for breakfast and departing at 6:30 am. This allows you to enjoy the morning game drive when the animals are most active, while also experiencing the beautiful scenery with fewer crowds.

After breakfast, you will drive to the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive, with a stop at the viewpoint. The crater is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best places in Africa to see a wide variety of wildlife in one area. You will have excellent opportunities to spot lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas, and the rare black rhino, all within the stunning scenery of the crater floor, featuring grasslands, forests, and soda lakes.

The game drive will end after lunch, followed by a drive back to the lodge where you can relax and enjoy the lodge facilities, including the swimming pool and your room.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Crater
Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)
High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)
Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

LionCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
HyenaAbundant
Show more
ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
White RhinoOccasional
LeopardOccasional
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Escarpment Luxury Lodge Manyara
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 3

Game drive in Lake Manyara National Park then Flight from back to Zanzibar

Game drive in Lake Manyara National Park then Flight from back to Zanzibar

Today, you will spend your morning relaxing at the lodge, enjoying the beautiful views and sunset. At 8:00 am, you will drive for about 30 minutes to Lake Manyara National Park. The park is famous for its scenic landscapes, large elephant herds, tree-climbing lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, hippos, and a variety of colorful bird species, including flamingos. You will enjoy a game drive until lunchtime, exploring the park’s diverse habitats and wildlife.

After lunch, you will drive back to Arusha Airport to catch your flight departing at 6:30 pm to Zanzibar. Upon arrival at 0745pm in Zanzibar, you will meet our driver for your transfer back to your hotel. This marks the end of our services.

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
Show more
LionOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

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 Akondo Adventures, not SafariBookings.
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  • Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. If flights cost more, your quote will reflect this.
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  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.