Serengeti Steppe Travels

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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

Arusha to Tarangire National Park (Game Drive & Transfer)

Arusha to Tarangire National Park (Game Drive & Transfer)

Your adventure begins with a morning pickup from Arusha as we journey toward the classic African savannah of Tarangire National Park. Ancient baobabs rise dramatically across the golden plains, while elephants graze peacefully beneath their immense, twisted branches.

Spend the afternoon exploring the park’s wildlife-rich landscapes, following the Tarangire River—the lifeline that draws enormous herds of elephants, zebras, wildebeest, and giraffes to its banks. Keep watch for lions and other predators moving through the surrounding grasslands.

A delicious picnic lunch will be served in the heart of the bush, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the wild. As the afternoon light turns golden, we leave the park and continue toward the dramatic Great Rift Valley escarpment.

Arrive at Escarpment Luxury Lodge Manyara for a sumptuous dinner and a peaceful evening overlooking the spectacular landscape.

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:
Escarpment Luxury Lodge Manyara
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Ngorongoro Crater (All-Day Game Drive)

Ngorongoro Crater (All-Day Game Drive)

We rise early today to descend into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a vast volcanic caldera and one of Africa’s most extraordinary wildlife sanctuaries. As the morning mist lifts from the crater floor, the first light reveals a remarkable concentration of wildlife, from endangered black rhinos and powerful lion prides to enormous bull elephants.

We explore the crater’s diverse habitats, following the tracks and waterways where wildlife gathers. Enjoy a magical picnic lunch on the crater floor, with hippos wallowing in the nearby waters and the surrounding landscape creating an unforgettable backdrop. With wildlife concentrated within this natural enclosure, every turn offers the possibility of a remarkable encounter.

After a full day of exploration, we ascend the crater walls and return to our peaceful retreat. A warm gourmet dinner awaits at Escarpment Luxury Lodge Manyara before you settle in for your final night surrounded by the beauty of northern Tanzania.

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
White RhinoOccasional
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
Escarpment Luxury Lodge Manyara
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha

Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha

Our final morning takes us into the lush landscapes of Lake Manyara National Park, where groundwater forests, open floodplains, and the shores of the soda lake create a remarkably diverse ecosystem. Keep your eyes open for baboons moving through the forest, elegant giraffes crossing the plains, and, with a little luck, the park’s famous tree-climbing lions.

We continue toward the lake, where thousands of flamingos may gather along the shallow waters, creating a beautiful ribbon of pink against the surrounding landscape. The park is also a haven for birdlife, making every stretch of the drive an opportunity for a discovery.

A lovely hot lunch will be served during the day before we begin our journey back to Arusha. After your final game drive, we will drop you off at your preferred location, whether in Arusha, at Kilimanjaro International Airport, or Arusha Airport.

We hope you leave Tanzania with wonderful memories of your adventure with Serengeti Steppe.

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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