$2,279 to $2,456 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Tanzania
Arrival in Tanzania
A Lappet Faced Safaris representative will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your accommodation in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, you’ll have a chance to relax, settle in, and prepare for the adventure of a lifetime!
Arusha is a vibrant, bustling hub and an essential part of safari life in northern Tanzania. Nearly all travelers pass through this gateway city as they embark on their journeys into the wild.
- Main Destination:
- Kilimanjaro Airport
- Accommodation:
- Arusha Planet Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, your Lappet Faced Safaris guide will collect you from your accommodation for the drive to Tarangire National Park—a journey of approximately 2.5 hours along smooth, paved roads. Named after the life-giving Tarangire River, often called the “river of warthogs,” this park becomes a vital refuge for wildlife during the dry season. Tarangire is famed for its large elephant herds, which are frequently seen gathering along the riverbanks. As you explore, keep your eyes open for giraffes, bushbuck, hartebeest, and an array of predators including lions and leopards, which follow the herds closely. Remarkably, Tarangire hosts more breeding bird species than anywhere else on Earth, making it a paradise for bird lovers. The landscape is dotted with massive, ancient baobab trees, some believed to be over a thousand years old, adding a dramatic and timeless beauty to the terrain.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Tarangire Simba Lodge
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Karatu – Ngorongoro – Serengeti National Park
Karatu – Ngorongoro – Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, you’ll head into the cooler highlands of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, climbing through lush, misty forests and farmland. Along the way, you'll have the opportunity to stop at a scenic viewpoint overlooking the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater—a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s most iconic natural wonders. Continuing your journey, you'll transit through the conservation area, passing through Maasai lands and ever-changing landscapes, until you reach the southern gate of Serengeti National Park. The Serengeti is truly one of the most spectacular wildlife destinations on Earth. Its name means “endless plains” in the Maasai language, and it delivers exactly that—vast open grasslands that provide unparalleled opportunities for wildlife sightings. The park is renowned for its abundant resident wildlife and, most famously, the Great Migration—a dramatic, seasonal movement of millions of wildebeest, zebra, and antelope, followed closely by predators.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Tamu Tamu Tented Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Full Day Safari in the Serengeti
Full Day Safari in the Serengeti
Today is entirely dedicated to exploring the wonders of the Serengeti—a full day immersed in one of the most iconic wildlife regions on Earth. The Serengeti is teeming with life: expect to see impala, buffalo, crocodiles, and hippos, along with countless other species that roam the endless plains. Of course, the real stars of the show are the predators. This region offers one of the best chances to witness lions, cheetahs, and leopards in action, whether lounging in the shade or stalking their next meal.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Tamu Tamu Tented Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater – Game Drive & Transfer to Karatu
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater – Game Drive & Transfer to Karatu
After breakfast, you’ll begin your journey back toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying more incredible wildlife sightings and scenic views along the way. By late morning or midday, you’ll descend into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater for a full afternoon game drive.
Often referred to as the "Eighth Wonder of the World," the Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest inactive, intact, and unfilled volcanic caldera. Formed two to three million years ago when a massive volcano erupted and collapsed in on itself, it is now a haven for wildlife and one of Africa’s most biodiverse regions.
As you descend the steep crater walls, you'll enter a world of sweeping savannahs, acacia woodlands, sparkling lakes, and seasonal swamps. This compact ecosystem supports an extraordinary concentration of animals, including wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, and over 500 species of birds.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Lake Manyara National Park & Return to Arusha
Lake Manyara National Park & Return to Arusha
This morning, you’ll depart for your final safari destination: the stunning Lake Manyara National Park, located approximately 120 km west of Arusha. Lake Manyara is best known for its dramatic setting beneath the towering Great Rift Valley Escarpment, which rises sharply above the park's western boundary. At its heart lies the park’s namesake, a shallow alkaline lake that expands and contracts with the seasons. It draws thousands of wading birds, including vibrant flamingos and over 500 bird species, making it a paradise for bird watchers. The park also features lush evergreen forests, where you might spot elephants, baboons, and, if you're lucky, the famous tree-climbing lions—a rare behavior that has made Manyara’s lions known throughout Africa. After your game drive, your guide will drive you to a drop-off point of your choice—whether it’s Arusha, Arusha Airport, or Kilimanjaro International Airport—as your unforgettable journey comes to a close.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
