African Wanderlust Adventures

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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

Tarangire National Park – Elephants, Baobabs & Big Game

Tarangire National Park – Elephants, Baobabs & Big Game

After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, renowned for its vast herds of elephants and iconic baobab-dotted landscapes. Enjoy a full-day game drive with a scenic picnic lunch inside the park.

Tarangire is the heart of an annual migration cycle, drawing in up to 3,000 elephants, 25,000 wildebeest, and 30,000 zebras. As you explore, you’ll witness the raw beauty and diverse wildlife that make this park a hidden gem of Tanzania’s Northern Circuit.

Later in the afternoon, drive to your campsite for dinner and an overnight stay—surrounded by the sounds of the wild.

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:
Budget camping
  • Inside Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Lake Manyara National Park – Tree-Climbing Lions & Flamingo-Filled Shores

Lake Manyara National Park – Tree-Climbing Lions & Flamingo-Filled Shores

After breakfast, set off for Lake Manyara National Park—one of Tanzania’s most diverse and scenic parks. This compact gem offers an incredible variety of habitats: lush underground water forests, acacia woodlands, baobab-studded cliffs, hot springs, swamps, and the shimmering soda lake, home to thousands of pink flamingos.

Though small in size, Lake Manyara boasts an impressive range of wildlife. Watch for the park’s famous tree-climbing lions and its unusually large troops of baboons—among the biggest in any park worldwide. A full-day game drive will let you soak in the beauty and biodiversity of this unique ecosystem.

In the late afternoon, return to your campsite for dinner and an overnight stay under the African skies.

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:
Budget camping
  • Inside Lake Manyara NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Ngorongoro Crater – Africas Eden and Wildlife Paradise

Ngorongoro Crater – Africas Eden and Wildlife Paradise

After an early breakfast, descend over 600 meters into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater—a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s most remarkable natural wonders. With permanent water and lush vegetation, the crater supports an incredible density of wildlife year-round.

Expect to encounter thriving herds of wildebeest, buffalo, zebra, warthogs, and elephants, along with elusive elands and wallowing hippos. Ngorongoro is also famed for its high concentration of predators, including lions, hyenas, jackals, cheetahs, and the rarely seen leopard.

Don’t miss Lake Magadi on the southwestern corner of the crater—a shallow alkaline lake home to flocks of flamingos, hippos, and numerous waterbirds. It’s a photographer’s dream and a perfect spot to end your safari experience.

Later in the afternoon, ascend from the crater and drive back to Arusha for your airport transfer or onward journey.

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:
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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  • This tour is offered by African Wanderlust Adventures, not SafariBookings.
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  • This group tour requires a minimum of 4 people to run.
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