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

Arusha - Tarangire National Park

Arusha - Tarangire National Park

After an early breakfast, embark on a direct drive from Arusha to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its impressive elephant population. This journey offers a unique opportunity to witness the harmonious blend of nature and the traditional lifestyle of the Maasai people. Tarangire is celebrated for its exceptional wildlife viewing, particularly during the dry season when elephants are plentiful. Here, you can observe families of these majestic creatures interacting around the ancient baobab trees and foraging for acacia bark. The stunning vistas of the Maasai Steppe and the southern mountains enhance the experience, making your time in Tarangire truly unforgettable. Enjoy an extensive game drive until late evening before returning to the campsite 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:
Budget camping
  • Inside Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Tarangire National Park - Lake Manyara National Park

Tarangire National Park - Lake Manyara National Park

After enjoying breakfast, you will depart from Tarangire and head to Lake Manyara National Park, renowned for its stunning location at the base of the Great Rift Valley's Western Escarpments. This park boasts a diverse range of habitats, including underground water forests, cliffs adorned with baobabs, acacia woodlands, and the unique algae-streaked hot springs, alongside swamps and the soda ash Lake Manyara, which is famous for its vibrant flamingo population. Although the lake is relatively small, it supports a remarkable variety of wildlife and an impressive array of bird species. Notably, the lions in this park are famous for their tree-climbing behavior, and Lake Manyara is home to some of the largest troops of baboons found anywhere in the world. You will spend a full day exploring the park on a game drive, complete with a picnic lunch. In the evening, you will drive to the campsite in Lake Manyara National Park for dinner and an overnight stay.

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

Lake Manyara National Park - Serengeti National park

Lake Manyara National Park - Serengeti National park

After breakfast, we set off for Serengeti National Park, traversing the elevated farmlands of Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area Authority. As we leave the highlands behind, we descend into the vast plains of the Serengeti. Our journey takes us to the central region, known as Seronera, which is renowned for its rich wildlife habitats. The Seronera River, a crucial water source in this area, attracts a diverse array of wildlife. We arrive in time for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive to explore the park's remarkable fauna, before heading to our campsite for the evening. Dinner and overnight accommodations await us at the campsite in Central Serengeti.

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

Day 4

Serengeti Plains – Ngorongoro Highlands

Serengeti Plains – Ngorongoro Highlands

After breakfast, embark on a Sunrise Game drive before departing for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area Authority (NCAA) with a packed lunch. Along the way, we will visit a Maasai boma to gain insights into the rich culture and traditional lifestyle of the Maasai people. In the afternoon, we will continue our journey to Simba Campsite, where we will enjoy dinner and spend the night.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Highlands
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Ngorongoro Highlands
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha

Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha

After breakfast, you will embark on a thrilling descent into the Ngorongoro Crater, a stunning natural marvel that plunges over 600 meters. This UNESCO World Heritage Site, managed by the Ngorongoro Conservation Area Authority, is home to an impressive array of wildlife, including herds of wildebeest, buffalo, zebra, hippos, African elephants, eland, and warthogs, all thriving due to the year-round availability of water and food. The crater is also notable for its high concentration of predators, such as lions, jackals, cheetahs, hyenas, and the elusive leopard. In the southwest corner lies Lake Magadi, a large, shallow alkaline lake that serves as a vital habitat for numerous flamingos, hippos, and various water birds. In the late afternoon, you will return to Arusha for your transfer to the airport.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
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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