Mercy Africa Serengeti 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

Tarangire National Park Guided Game Drive

Tarangire National Park Guided Game Drive

After breakfast in Arusha, depart for Tarangire National Park, a hidden gem of Northern Tanzania known for its impressive elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and beautiful landscapes. The park's lifeline, the Tarangire River, attracts large numbers of wildlife, especially during the dry season, creating excellent opportunities for unforgettable game viewing. During your game drive, search for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, warthogs, and many other species that call this unique ecosystem home. Tarangire is also one of Tanzania's best birding destinations, with hundreds of colorful bird species. After a rewarding day exploring the park, continue to Mto wa Mbu for dinner and an overnight stay.

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:
Ngare 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 Guided Game Drive

Central Serengeti National Guided Game Drive

After breakfast, begin your journey toward the legendary Serengeti National Park, passing through the beautiful landscapes of the Ngorongoro Highlands. Enter the endless plains of the Serengeti and begin your game drive through one of Africa's most famous wildlife areas. The Central Serengeti, especially the Seronera Valley, is known for its abundant year-round wildlife due to its permanent water sources. Explore this incredible ecosystem while searching for lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and many other animals. The Serengeti offers some of the world's finest wildlife experiences, with breathtaking scenery and unforgettable encounters around every corner. Overnight in the heart of Serengeti.

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:
Serengeti Central Lodge
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Serengeti National Park & En Route Game Drive Through Ngorongoro Highlands

Serengeti National Park & En Route Game Drive Through Ngorongoro Highlands

Enjoy a final morning game drive in the Serengeti, when the wilderness is most active and the chances of witnessing predators are at their best. Explore different areas of the park while searching for dramatic wildlife moments, from lions resting after a hunt to large herds of grazing animals across the golden plains. After lunch, depart Serengeti and travel toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying scenic views along the way. Arrive at your lodge in the Ngorongoro Highlands or Karatu, where you will relax and prepare for the next day's adventure into one of Africa's greatest natural wonders.

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 4

Ngorongoro Crater Guided Game Drive

Ngorongoro Crater Guided Game Drive

After an early breakfast, descend into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Tanzania's most extraordinary wildlife destinations. This ancient volcanic caldera creates a natural sanctuary where thousands of animals thrive, offering one of the best chances to spot the Big Five in a single day. Explore the crater floor with its diverse habitats, including grasslands, forests, and wetlands, where you may encounter lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, flamingos, zebras, and the endangered black rhinoceros. Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by incredible scenery before ascending the crater and continuing to Mto wa Mbu for dinner and an overnight stay.

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 5

Lake Manyara Guided Game Drive & Departure

Lake Manyara Guided Game Drive & Departure

After breakfast, explore Lake Manyara National Park, a beautiful and diverse park located beneath the dramatic Great Rift Valley escarpment. Famous for its tree-climbing lions, large elephant population, colorful birdlife, and the seasonal pink waters of flamingos, Lake Manyara offers a unique safari experience. Enjoy a final game drive through the park's varied landscapes, including groundwater forests, open plains, and lakeshore areas where wildlife gathers. Search for giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, monkeys, hippos, and hundreds of bird species while enjoying the peaceful beauty of this remarkable destination. After the game drive, continue to Arusha for your departure or onward journey, marking the end of your unforgettable Tanzanian safari adventure.

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

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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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