Apodiformes Adventures

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

Day 1

Arusha – Tarangire National Park

Arusha – Tarangire National Park

Your journey begins with a scenic drive from Arusha to Tarangire National Park, a journey of approximately 2–3 hours through the picturesque landscapes of northern Tanzania. Along the way, pass vibrant local villages, rolling countryside, and traditional Maasai settlements, offering a glimpse into everyday Tanzanian life.

Upon arrival, embark on your first game drive in Tarangire, a hidden gem renowned for its ancient baobab trees, sweeping savannahs, and one of the largest concentrations of elephants in East Africa. Keep your camera ready as you search for lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, and an array of birdlife that thrive along the life-giving Tarangire River.

As the sun begins to set over the African wilderness, retire to your luxury lodge or tented camp, where a warm welcome, exquisite cuisine, and the sounds of the bush await—setting the tone for an unforgettable safari adventure.

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:
Serian Tarangire Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Tarangire National Park– Serengeti National Park

Tarangire National Park– Serengeti National Park

After an early breakfast, depart from Tarangire National Park and begin your scenic journey toward the world-famous Serengeti National Park. Travel through the Great Rift Valley and Ngorongoro highlands, enjoying breathtaking landscapes, local villages, and Maasai settlements along the way.

Arrive in Central Serengeti in time for an en-route game drive across the endless golden plains, where wildlife thrives in abundance. This region is known for excellent year-round game viewing, including lions, leopards, elephants, cheetahs, giraffes, and large herds of wildebeest and zebras.

As the sun sets over the savannah, continue to your luxury lodge or tented camp in the heart of the Serengeti. Enjoy a relaxing evening, fine dining, and the soothing sounds of the African wilderness, marking your arrival into one of the most iconic safari destinations on earth.

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:
Enkirari Wilderness Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Private Exploration of Northern Serengeti

Private Exploration of Northern Serengeti

Spend a full day exploring the remote and breathtaking Northern sector of the Serengeti National Park, an exclusive wilderness known for its dramatic landscapes and rich wildlife activity. After an early breakfast, head out for morning game drives along the Mara River region, where crocodile-filled waters and lush riverbanks attract large concentrations of wildlife.

This area is famous for the Great Migration (seasonal), where thousands of wildebeest and zebras gather, often facing thrilling river crossings. Even outside migration season, the region offers excellent sightings of elephants, lions, leopards, giraffes, and abundant birdlife in a quieter, less crowded setting.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush before continuing your afternoon game drive through rolling hills and open savannah. As the sun sets over the northern plains, return to your luxury camp, surrounded by the peaceful sounds of the wild for a truly exclusive safari experience.

Main Destination:
Northern Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Enkutoto Migration Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Serengeti NP to Ngorongoro Highlands

Serengeti NP to Ngorongoro Highlands

After an early breakfast, depart from the remote wilderness of the Serengeti National Park and enjoy a scenic en-route game drive as you head south through the vast plains. The journey offers one last chance to spot wildlife roaming freely across the endless savannah, with possible sightings of lions, elephants, and grazing herds along the way.

Continue through the conservation landscapes toward the Ngorongoro region, where the scenery gradually transforms from open grasslands into lush highlands and rolling volcanic terrain. Arrive in the beautiful Ngorongoro Highlands in the afternoon, a serene and cooler environment surrounded by forests and crater views.

Settle into your luxury lodge nestled on the crater rim or nearby highlands, where breathtaking views and peaceful surroundings await. Enjoy a relaxed evening, fine dining, and prepare for the unforgettable crater experience the following day.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Highlands
Accommodation:
Ngorongoro Wild Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Ngorongoro Highlands
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Safari in Ngorongoro Crater

Safari in Ngorongoro Crater

After an early breakfast, descend 600 meters into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, one of the most remarkable wildlife sanctuaries in the world. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is often referred to as Africa’s “Garden of Eden” due to its dense concentration of wildlife within a collapsed volcanic caldera.

Spend the day on a thrilling game drive across the crater floor, where you may encounter the Big Five—lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and the rare black rhino—alongside zebras, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas, and flamingos along the soda lake. The compact nature of the crater ensures exceptional game viewing throughout the day.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in a scenic spot near the hippo pool before continuing your exploration across grasslands, swamps, and acacia forests. In the late afternoon, ascend back to the crater rim and return to your luxury lodge in the Ngorongoro Highlands for dinner and a relaxing evening overlooking this natural wonder.

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
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Ngorongoro Crater – Lake Manyara National Park

Ngorongoro Crater – Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast in the Ngorongoro Highlands, depart for a scenic drive toward Lake Manyara National Park, passing through lush farmland, Maasai villages, and the beautiful Great Rift Valley escarpment. The journey offers stunning views and a relaxing transition from the highlands to the lower plains.

Upon arrival, enjoy an afternoon game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, a compact yet diverse park known for its groundwater forest, open plains, and the shimmering lake that attracts thousands of flamingos seasonally. Look out for elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, hippos, baboons, and the famous tree-climbing lions that make this park unique.

As the sun sets over the lake, enjoy the golden reflections on the water before heading to your luxury lodge for dinner and an overnight stay, surrounded by the peaceful sounds of nature.

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:
Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Manyara NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Lake Manyara Wilderness Experience & Farewell Safari

Lake Manyara Wilderness Experience & Farewell Safari

Spend a full day exploring Lake Manyara National Park, a breathtaking safari destination at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment. The day starts with morning game drives through lush groundwater forests where elephants, baboons, and blue monkeys thrive in the shaded canopy. Continue across open savannah plains where giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, and antelopes roam freely against dramatic escarpment views. Proceed to the shimmering lakeshore, known for seasonal flocks of flamingos and rich birdlife that create a stunning natural display. Watch for the park’s famous tree-climbing lions resting in acacia branches, a rare highlight of Manyara. Enjoy a scenic picnic lunch in the wilderness surrounded by beautiful landscapes. In the afternoon, continue relaxed game viewing before exiting the park in the evening. After the tour, we can arrange accommodation in Arusha or a comfortable transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight home.

Main Destination:
Lake Manyara National Park
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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