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

Today, you will explore the vibrant city of Arusha, often referred to as the gateway to Tanzania’s northern safari circuit. Nestled at the foot of Mount Meru, Arusha offers a unique blend of culture, history, and local life. During your visit, you may explore local markets, cultural centers, craft shops, and other attractions that showcase the rich heritage and diversity of the region.

The city provides an excellent opportunity to experience everyday Tanzanian life, interact with local communities, and learn about the traditions of the different ethnic groups that call this area home. Surrounded by scenic landscapes and a pleasant climate, Arusha is both a bustling commercial hub and a charming destination in its own right.

After your city tour, you will proceed to Greenside Hotel for dinner and an overnight stay. The hotel offers comfortable accommodations and a relaxing atmosphere, providing the perfect place to unwind and prepare for the next stage of your journey.

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

Game Drive Tarangire National park

Game Drive Tarangire National park

Today, you will explore the vibrant city of Arusha, often referred to as the gateway to Tanzania’s northern safari circuit. Nestled at the foot of Mount Meru, Arusha offers a unique blend of culture, history, and local life. During your visit, you may explore local markets, cultural centers, craft shops, and other attractions that showcase the rich heritage and diversity of the region.

The city provides an excellent opportunity to experience everyday Tanzanian life, interact with local communities, and learn about the traditions of the different ethnic groups that call this area home. Surrounded by scenic landscapes and a pleasant climate, Arusha is both a bustling commercial hub and a charming destination in its own right.

After your city tour, you will proceed to Greenside Hotel for dinner and an overnight stay. The hotel offers comfortable accommodations and a relaxing atmosphere, providing the perfect place to unwind and prepare for the next stage of your journey.

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

Game drive central serengeti natioal park

Game drive central serengeti natioal park

Today, you will enjoy an exciting game drive in the Central Serengeti, the heart of Serengeti National Park and one of the best wildlife-viewing areas in Africa. Known for its endless plains and abundant resident wildlife, the Central Serengeti is home to large populations of lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and countless other species. The area around the Seronera Valley is particularly renowned for its year-round game viewing and excellent opportunities to spot big cats.

As you explore this remarkable wilderness, you will witness breathtaking landscapes and unforgettable wildlife encounters while learning about the unique ecosystem that makes the Serengeti one of the world’s most celebrated safari destinations. Depending on the season, you may also encounter herds of wildebeests and zebras as they move across the plains during their annual migration.

After your game drive, you will proceed to Mbuni Tented Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

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
Show more
GiraffeCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Mbuni Serengeti Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Game Drive Northern Serengeti Natioal park

Game Drive Northern Serengeti Natioal park

Today, you will explore the spectacular Northern Serengeti, a remote and unspoiled region of Serengeti National Park renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and exceptional wildlife viewing. This area is best known for the dramatic Mara River crossings of the Great Migration, where thousands of wildebeests and zebras brave crocodile-filled waters as they move between Tanzania and Kenya in search of fresh grazing lands.

During your game drive, you may encounter large herds of wildebeests, zebras, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, lions, leopards, cheetahs, and a variety of bird species. The region’s rolling hills, riverine forests, and open savannahs create a diverse habitat that supports an abundance of wildlife throughout the year, making every safari a unique experience.

After a rewarding day of wildlife exploration, you will proceed to Kenzan Tented Camp for dinner and an overnight stay. The camp offers a comfortable and authentic safari experience.

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

Day 5

Game drive northern serengeti natioal park

Game drive northern serengeti natioal park

Today, you will enjoy a thrilling game drive in the Northern Serengeti, a spectacular and less-crowded region of Serengeti National Park. This area is renowned for its stunning scenery, diverse wildlife, and the famous Mara River, where the dramatic Great Migration crossings take place between July and October. Witnessing thousands of wildebeests and zebras navigate the river in search of greener pastures is one of Africa’s most extraordinary wildlife spectacles.

The Northern Serengeti is also home to a rich variety of resident wildlife, including lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and numerous bird species. Its rolling hills, riverine woodlands, and expansive savannahs provide a beautiful backdrop for unforgettable safari experiences and excellent photographic opportunities.

After your game drive, you will proceed to Kenzan Tented Camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

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

Day 6

Game drive central serengeti natioal park

Game drive central serengeti natioal park

Today, you will enjoy a game drive in the Central Serengeti, the heart of Serengeti National Park and one of the most famous wildlife areas in Africa. This region, especially the Seronera Valley, is well known for its rich concentration of wildlife and excellent year-round game viewing. You may encounter lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, hyenas, and many antelope species across the vast open plains and river valleys.

The Central Serengeti offers dramatic landscapes, with golden savannahs, rocky kopjes, and riverine forests that provide shelter and hunting grounds for predators. It is one of the best places to witness big cats in action and enjoy close-up wildlife encounters in their natural habitat.

After your game drive, you will proceed to Mbuni Tented Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay. Set in a peaceful natural environment, the lodge provides comfortable.

Main Destination:
Central 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

Game drive serengeti national park

Game drive serengeti national park

Today, you will enjoy an unforgettable game drive in the vast plains of Serengeti National Park, one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations. The Serengeti is world-famous for its endless savannahs, rich wildlife population, and the Great Migration, where millions of wildebeests and zebras move across the ecosystem in search of fresh grazing. During your safari, you may encounter lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, hyenas, and many species of antelope and birds.

The park offers breathtaking scenery, from open golden plains to rocky kopjes and river valleys, creating perfect conditions for wildlife viewing and photography. Every game drive in the Serengeti brings a new and unique experience, making it one of the most rewarding safari destinations in the world.

After your game drive, you will proceed to Serengeti Wild Camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Ngorongoro Wild Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Ngorongoro Highlands
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 8

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

Today, you will descend into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, one of the most unique wildlife destinations in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Formed by a massive volcanic eruption millions of years ago, the crater is now the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera and a natural enclosure for an incredible variety of wildlife.

The crater floor is home to a dense concentration of animals, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, hyenas, hippos, and the rare black rhinoceros. Its diverse habitats grasslands, swamps, forests, and soda lakes support year-round wildlife viewing and make it one of the best places in Africa to see the “Big Five” in a single day.

Surrounded by the steep walls of the crater rim, the scenery is truly spectacular, offering unforgettable views and excellent photography opportunities. After your game drive, you will enjoy the stunning landscapes before continuing with your journey or returning for relaxation at your lodge.

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:
Ikumbi Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 9

Game drive lake manyara national park

Game drive lake manyara national park

Today, you will explore the beautiful Lake Manyara National Park, a scenic park located at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment. The park is known for its diverse landscapes, including lush groundwater forests, open grasslands, and the shallow alkaline lake that attracts thousands of flamingos and other water birds during the right season.

Lake Manyara is also famous for its rich wildlife, such as elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, hippos, baboons, and a variety of antelope species. The park offers excellent opportunities for birdwatching and photography, with more than 400 bird species recorded in the area.

During your game drive, you will enjoy breathtaking views of the lake and surrounding escarpment, as well as close encounters with wildlife in a compact and beautiful setting. It is a perfect introduction to Tanzania’s 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)

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

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