$4,199 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arrive at Lake Manyara National Park
Arrive at Lake Manyara National Park
Upon arrival, depart Arusha for Lake Manyara National Park, nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment. The park's namesake alkaline lake is a haven for flamingos, hippos, and diverse birdlife. Famous for its unique tree-climbing lions and massive elephant herds, Manyara also hosts a rich variety of plains game and dense primate populations. For a unique perspective on this vibrant ecosystem, you can even explore the wildlife-rich shoreline via a guided canoe safari.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- The Plantation Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
Journey to the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world's most spectacular safari destinations. Enclosed by 600-metre-high walls, this natural caldera offers unparalleled game viewing, where you can spot everything from buffalo and hippos to a dense population of predators like lions and cheetahs. A true highlight is the rare black rhino, a species difficult to see elsewhere. Conclude your day at a luxury lodge with breathtaking views over the crater floor.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park
Depart Ngorongoro for the Serengeti, Tanzania’s iconic wilderness and host to the legendary Great Migration. Each year, over two million wildebeest and zebra navigate the plains, culminating in the dramatic and perilous crossing of the Mara River. Here, the herds must contend with powerful currents and a gauntlet of predators, from lurking crocodiles to lions patrolling the banks. This high-stakes display of survival is one of the world's most thrilling and raw wildlife experiences.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Nyikani Camp Central Serengeti
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Serengeti Safari Continues
Serengeti Safari Continues
You will have a full day to enjoy your safari in the Serengeti as your adventure continues. If you're visiting the Serengeti at the right time, you’ll see herds of wildebeest and zebra stretching to the horizon and you may be lucky enough to see the dramatic river crossings.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Nyikani Camp Central Serengeti
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Departure
Departure
Today you will say goodbye to the Serengeti as you are driven to the nearby airstrip for your onward light aircraft flight back to Arusha. Note that it is also possible to continue your journey by flying to Zanzibar from the Serengeti or even to some of Tanzania's more remote parks, such as Ruaha National Park in the remote south of the country.
- Main Destination:
- No major destination visited
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
