Mercy Africa Serengeti Adventures

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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

Arrival in arusha

Arrival in arusha

Arusha is a major city in northern Tanzania and is often called the “Safari Capital of Tanzania” because it is the main starting point for wildlife safaris and mountain adventures. The city lies at the foot of Mount Meru and has a cool climate due to its high altitude.

Arusha is an important center for tourism, business, and culture. It provides access to famous attractions such as Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park, and Mount Kilimanjaro. Many tourists visit Arusha before beginning safaris or mountain climbing trips.

The city is known for its lively markets, cultural diversity, and beautiful natural surroundings. Agriculture, tourism, and trade are major economic activities in the area. Arusha is also home to important international organizations and conferences, including the East African Community.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Greenside Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Tarangire national park

Tarangire national park

Tarangire National Park is a large and beautiful wildlife park located in northern Tanzania. It is famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and peaceful natural landscapes. The park is part of the northern safari circuit, near Arusha.

Tarangire is named after the Tarangire River, which flows through the park and is the main water source for animals during the dry season. When other areas become dry, many animals migrate into Tarangire, making it an excellent place for wildlife viewing, especially between June and October.

The park is home to a wide variety of animals, including elephants, lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, and many bird species. It is especially known for having one of the largest concentrations of elephants in East Africa.

The landscape of Tarangire includes open savannahs, swamps, woodlands, and iconic baobab trees that can live for hundreds of years.

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
Accommodation:
Marera Valley Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Central serengeti national park

Central serengeti national park

Central Serengeti is the core region of the famous Serengeti National Park in northern Tanzania. It is widely regarded as the best area for year-round wildlife viewing because it has reliable water sources and large concentrations of animals in every season.

The region is dominated by open grasslands, scattered acacia trees, and rocky formations called kopjes, which often serve as resting and hunting spots for predators. One of the most important areas here is the Seronera Valley, known for its rivers and rich wildlife activity.

Central Serengeti is especially famous for its large number of big cats, including lions, leopards, and cheetahs. It also supports elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, hyenas, and many bird species, making it one of the most biodiverse areas in the park.

During the Great Migration, huge herds of wildebeest and zebras pass through this region as they move across the Serengeti ecosystem in search of fresh grazing.

Main Destination:
Central 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:
Sero Tented Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Northern serengeti national park

Northern serengeti national park

Northern Serengeti is a remote and scenic region of the Serengeti National Park in northern Tanzania, close to the border with Kenya. It is best known for its dramatic landscapes and its role in the Great Migration.

The area is dominated by open plains, rolling hills, and river systems, especially the famous Mara River. This river is one of the most important features of Northern Serengeti because it becomes the stage for one of nature’s most dramatic events: the crossing of wildebeest and zebras during migration. These crossings are dangerous, as crocodiles and strong currents threaten the animals.

Northern Serengeti is less crowded than other parts of the park, making it a quieter and more exclusive safari destination. It is home to elephants, lions, leopards, giraffes, buffaloes, and many bird species, all living in a relative.

Main Destination:
Northern Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Sero Tented Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Northern serengeti national park

Northern serengeti national park

The Northern Serengeti is a beautiful and remote part of Serengeti National Park located in northern Tanzania near the border of Kenya. It is famous for its stunning landscapes, rich wildlife, and the dramatic Great Migration, where thousands of wildebeest and zebras cross the Mara River in search of fresh grazing land.

This area offers excellent opportunities to see animals such as lions, elephants, leopards, giraffes, buffaloes, and crocodiles in their natural habitat. The Northern Serengeti is quieter and less crowded compared to other parts of the park, making it ideal for visitors seeking a peaceful and authentic safari experience. Its rolling hills, open plains, and river systems create breathtaking scenery and unforgettable wildlife adventures.

Main Destination:
Northern Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Mbuni Serengeti Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

Serengeti national park to ngorongoro crater

Serengeti national park to ngorongoro crater

Serengeti National Park is one of the most famous wildlife conservation areas in the world, located in northern Tanzania. The park is known for its vast open plains, rich biodiversity, and spectacular wildlife viewing experiences. It is home to a wide variety of animals, including lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and many species of birds.

The Serengeti is best known for the Great Migration, where millions of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles move across the plains in search of fresh grass and water. This natural event attracts visitors from around the world and is considered one of the greatest wildlife spectacles on Earth.

The park offers beautiful landscapes, peaceful nature, and unforgettable safari adventures, making it one of Africa’s top tourist destinations and an important symbol of wildlife conservation and natural heritage.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Mbuni Serengeti Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 7

Ngorongoro crater

Ngorongoro crater

Ngorongoro Crater is one of the most famous natural attractions in Tanzania and Africa. It is the world’s largest unbroken volcanic caldera, formed millions of years ago after a giant volcano collapsed. The crater is surrounded by high walls and covers a vast area filled with grasslands, forests, lakes, and swamps.

Ngorongoro Crater is home to a large variety of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, and the rare black rhinoceros. The crater provides excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing because many animals live there throughout the year.

The area is also rich in natural beauty and cultural heritage, with the nearby Maasai communities adding to the unique experience. Visitors enjoy game drives, photography, and breathtaking scenery, making Ngorongoro Crater one of the top safari destinations in the world.

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
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ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
Karatu Villas Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 8

Lake manyara national park

Lake manyara national park

Lake Manyara National Park is a beautiful wildlife park located in northern Tanzania, famous for its scenic landscapes, diverse wildlife, and large alkaline lake that covers much of the park. The park is surrounded by forests, grassy plains, and the Great Rift Valley escarpment, creating breathtaking natural beauty.

Lake Manyara is well known for its tree-climbing lions, large elephant herds, hippos, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and many species of birds, including flamingos and pelicans. The park offers excellent opportunities for game drives, bird watching, photography, and nature walks.

Despite being smaller than other national parks in Tanzania, Lake Manyara provides rich wildlife experiences and peaceful surroundings, making it a popular destination for travelers exploring the northern safari circuit.

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
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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