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

Game drive tarangire national park

Game drive tarangire national park

Tarangire National Park is one of Tanzania’s most beautiful safari destinations, located in the northern safari circuit. The park is famous for its large herds of elephants and iconic baobab trees that dominate the landscape, giving it a unique and scenic appearance.

The park is centered around the Tarangire River, which provides a vital water source for wildlife, especially during the dry season. This attracts a wide variety of animals including lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, and many species of antelope. Bird lovers can also enjoy spotting hundreds of bird species found in the park.

Visitors to Tarangire experience peaceful game drives through open savannahs, woodlands, and swamps, with excellent chances of seeing wildlife up close. The park is less crowded compared to other parks, making it ideal for a more private and relaxed safari experience filled with natural beauty and unforgettable wildlife encounters.

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:
Farm of Dreams Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Central serengeti national park

Central serengeti national park

Serengeti National Park Central Serengeti is one of the most famous and wildlife-rich areas in Tanzania, located in the heart of the Serengeti ecosystem. It is known for its endless open plains, rocky granite outcrops called kopjes, and year-round abundance of wildlife.

This area offers excellent chances to see the Big Five lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards, and rhinos as well as large herds of wildebeest, zebras, giraffes, and antelopes. Predators such as cheetahs and hyenas are also commonly seen, making game drives very exciting throughout the year.

Central Serengeti is especially popular because wildlife viewing is good in all seasons, not just during the Great Migration. Visitors enjoy breathtaking scenery, dramatic sunsets, and unforgettable safari experiences in one of the world’s most iconic national parks.

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

Day 3

Game drive Northern serengeti national park

Game drive Northern serengeti national park

Northern Serengeti is a stunning and remote section of the Serengeti ecosystem, located near the border with Kenya. It is best known for its dramatic landscapes, rolling hills, river valleys, and fewer tourist crowds, offering a more exclusive safari experience.

The area is especially famous for the Great Migration, when millions of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles move through the region between July and October. One of the most iconic events here is the dangerous river crossing at the Mara River, where animals face crocodiles while crossing in search of greener pastures.

Northern Serengeti is also home to a wide variety of wildlife year-round, including elephants, lions, leopards, giraffes, and antelopes. Game drives in this area offer breathtaking scenery, excellent photography opportunities, and unforgettable wildlife encounters in a peaceful and less crowded environment.

Main Destination:
Northern Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Mbuni Migration Camp
  • accommodation
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Game drive serengeti national park

Game drive serengeti national park

Serengeti National Park is one of the most famous wildlife conservation areas in the world, located in northern Tanzania. It is known for its vast endless plains, rich wildlife, and incredible natural beauty. The park forms part of the larger Serengeti ecosystem, which also extends into Kenya.

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

The park is home to the Big Five lions, elephants, leopards, buffalo, and rhinos as well as many other animals such as giraffes, cheetahs, hyenas, and various antelope species. Its wide open landscapes, rocky kopjes, and acacia woodlands create perfect habitats for diverse wildlife.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Ngorongoro Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located outside Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Game drive ngorongoro crater

Game drive ngorongoro crater

Ngorongoro Crater is one of the most spectacular natural wonders in Africa, located in northern Tanzania within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. It is the world’s largest unbroken volcanic caldera, formed millions of years ago when a massive volcano collapsed.

The crater floor is a unique ecosystem filled with grasslands, lakes, swamps, and forests that support a high concentration of wildlife. It is one of the best places in Africa to see the Big Five lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards, and the rare black rhino all in a single day.

Visitors enjoy game drives on the crater floor with breathtaking scenery and close wildlife encounters. The steep crater walls create a natural enclosure, making it a safe haven for animals and one of the most remarkable 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:
Marera Valley Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

Game drive lake manyara national park

Game drive lake manyara national park

Lake Manyara National Park is a beautiful and compact safari destination located in northern Tanzania along the Great Rift Valley. It is famous for its stunning scenery, which includes the shallow alkaline Lake Manyara, lush groundwater forests, open grasslands, and dramatic escarpment views.

The park is well known for its rich wildlife, including elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, hippos, and a variety of monkeys. It is also one of the best places in Africa to see flamingos and many other bird species that gather along the lake shore.

A special highlight of Lake Manyara is the rare tree-climbing lions, which are sometimes seen resting on tree branches. Visitors enjoy game drives through diverse habitats, offering excellent opportunities for photography and close wildlife encounters in a peaceful natural setting.

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:
Greenside Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 7

City tour arusha

City tour arusha

A tour is a planned journey where people travel to visit different places for leisure, learning, or adventure. It is usually organized with a set itinerary that may include transport, accommodation, guided activities, and sightseeing.

Tours can be short or long depending on the destinations and purpose of travel. They may focus on wildlife safaris, cultural experiences, city exploration, education, or business trips. During a tour, travelers visit attractions such as national parks, cities, historical sites, and natural landmarks while learning about local culture, history, and environment.

The main purpose of a tour is to provide a safe, enjoyable, and memorable experience by exploring new places in an organized way.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
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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