Shayona Safaris & Tours

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$1,396 to $1,520 pp (USD)

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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

Arusha to Tarangire

Depart from Arusha in the morning after breakfast and travel to Tarangire National Park, famous for its enormous elephant herds, ancient baobab trees and diverse wildlife.

Enjoy a game drive through the park, exploring its open savannahs and riverine landscapes in search of elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo and predators such as lions and leopards. Stop for a picnic lunch at a designated site within the park before continuing your wildlife adventure in the afternoon.

Later, drive towards Lake Manyara and check in to your beautiful lakeside accommodation. Spend the evening relaxing by the swimming pool, enjoying the peaceful surroundings and panoramic views of the lake before dinner. You can even join the open kitchen and chefs to prepare your dinner.

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 drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Manyara's Secret Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

Wake up to beautiful views of Lake Manyara and enjoy breakfast before departing for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Descend into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater for an exciting game drive across its grasslands, woodlands and wetlands.

This extraordinary natural environment supports a remarkable concentration of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffalo, zebras, wildebeest and hyenas. You may also have the opportunity to spot the endangered black rhinoceros.

Enjoy a picnic lunch during your excursion before continuing to explore the crater floor with your experienced safari guide.
In the afternoon, ascend from the crater and return to your lakeside accommodation.

Spend the rest of the day at leisure, perhaps enjoying a swim, unwinding in your private pool or taking part in one of the property's available activities such as a walk by the lake or a complimentary visit to the Maasai village!

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 drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Manyara's Secret Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Lake Manyara

Lake Manyara

After breakfast, check out and head to Lake Manyara National Park for a morning game drive through its diverse habitats, from lush groundwater forests to open grasslands and lakeshore landscapes.

Look out for elephants, giraffes, buffalo, baboons, monkeys and a wide variety of birdlife. The park is also famous for its tree-climbing lions, although sightings are not guaranteed. Depending on the season and lake conditions, you may also see flamingos and other waterbirds.

Enjoy a picnic lunch before beginning your journey back to Arusha in the afternoon. Arrive later in the day for drop-off at your hotel or another agreed location, concluding your safari.

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
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
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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Disclaimer

  • This tour is offered by Shayona Safaris & Tours, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.