Mara Nova Safaris

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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 – Lake Manyara National Park

Arusha – Lake Manyara National Park

Your Tanzanian safari begins in Arusha as you depart for the beautiful Lake Manyara National Park. Enjoy lunch en route before arriving in time for an afternoon game drive. Lake Manyara is one of Tanzania’s Northern Circuit gems, offering a remarkable mix of landscapes, including lush groundwater forests, open plains, wetlands, and the scenic lake. The park is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including large herds of elephants, baboons, giraffes, hippos, and numerous bird species. Along the lake shores, you may also see spectacular flocks of pink flamingos. Lake Manyara is particularly famous for its tree-climbing lions, making a game drive here an exciting and memorable experience. Bird enthusiasts can look out for species such as Rüppell’s Griffon, Peregrine Falcons, Augur Buzzards, and Verreaux’s Eagles. After an exciting afternoon exploring the park, return to your campsite for dinner and overnight accommodation.

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
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LionOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Just outside Lake Manyara NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Lake Manyara – Tarangire National Park

Lake Manyara – Tarangire National Park

After breakfast at your campsite, depart for Tarangire National Park with a packed picnic lunch. Known for its magnificent baobab trees and large elephant population, Tarangire offers an exceptional wildlife experience. The Tarangire River is an important source of water and attracts large numbers of animals, especially during the dry season. During your afternoon game drive, you may encounter lions, cheetahs, buffaloes, impalas, giraffes, elands, Greater and Lesser Kudu, and Thomson’s gazelles. You may also have the opportunity to spot the rare fringe-eared oryx and a variety of colorful bird species. Tarangire is home to more than 500 recorded bird species, making it an excellent destination for both wildlife and bird lovers. After your game drive, return to your campsite for dinner and overnight accommodation.

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
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Just outside Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Tarangire National Park – Serengeti National Park

Tarangire National Park – Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, leave the Tarangire region behind and journey toward the legendary Serengeti National Park. As you enter the vast Serengeti plains, prepare for an unforgettable wildlife experience. The park is home to an incredible variety of animals, including lions, cheetahs, leopards, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, hippos, crocodiles, and spotted hyenas.
The Serengeti is also a fantastic destination for birdwatching, with hundreds of bird species found throughout its diverse habitats, including ostriches, vultures, and various species of eagles. Enjoy game viewing as you make your way through this iconic wilderness, taking in the endless plains and spectacular scenery that have made the Serengeti one of Africa’s most celebrated safari destinations. Dinner and overnight accommodation will be at your safari campsite.

Main Destination:
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
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

Wake up to another exciting day in the Serengeti. For an unforgettable experience, you have the option of enjoying a hot-air balloon safari over the plains, available by prior arrangement. After an early breakfast, depart with a packed picnic lunch for a full day of game viewing. The Serengeti offers excellent opportunities to observe wildlife in its natural environment, with every game drive bringing the possibility of exciting encounters. The park is world-famous for the Great Wildebeest Migration, although the location and timing of the herds vary throughout the year. Throughout the seasons, the Serengeti also supports an impressive population of resident wildlife, including lions, leopards, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, warthogs, and serval cats. Spend the day exploring the plains, enjoying spectacular landscapes, and capturing unforgettable photographs of Tanzania’s incredible wildlife. Return to your campsite in the evening for dinner and overnight accommodation.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in the Serengeti before departing for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
As you leave the Serengeti plains, the landscape gradually changes, offering beautiful views of Tanzania’s diverse countryside. The journey toward Ngorongoro provides further opportunities to see wildlife and enjoy the spectacular scenery of northern Tanzania. Upon arrival in the Ngorongoro area, settle into your campsite and relax as you prepare for the following day’s crater adventure. Dinner and overnight accommodation will be at your campsite.

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
White RhinoOccasional
LeopardOccasional
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Just outside Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha

Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha

After breakfast, depart with a packed lunch and descend into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater for approximately six hours of game viewing. The crater is renowned for its spectacular scenery and remarkable concentration of wildlife. Its diverse habitats include open savannah, woodlands, forests, wetlands, and highland areas, creating an ideal environment for a wide range of animals. During your game drive, look out for lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, elands, warthogs, hippos, and other wildlife. The crater also provides an opportunity to search for the endangered black rhinoceros, while predators such as leopards and cheetahs may also be encountered. After your crater exploration, begin your journey back to Arusha. Upon arrival, you will be dropped off at your hotel, marking the end of your unforgettable six-day Tanzanian safari.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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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