$1,925 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park
Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast at the hotel, you’ll be picked up by our guide at 8:00 AM and drive to Lake Manyara National Park for a full-day safari. This scenic park is nestled between the Rift Valley escarpment and Lake Manyara, and is famous for its rare tree-climbing lions, large troops of baboons, and abundant birdlife—including flocks of pink flamingos that line the lake’s shores. Explore its lush groundwater forests, open savannahs, and lakeside habitats. Enjoy your packed lunches at the Msasa picnic site with stunning views of the lake. Continue with the game drive through the afternoon. By 4:00 PM, exit the park and head to Marera View Lodge in Karatu for dinner and overnight, where you can relax and enjoy views of the surrounding highlands.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
To South Serengeti - Ndutu Plains
To South Serengeti - Ndutu Plains
After breakfast at the lodge, depart at 8:30 AM with packed lunches for the South Serengeti, specifically the Ndutu Plains famous for hosting the Great Wildebeest Migration during the calving season. During this time, hundreds of wildebeests and zebras give birth on the open plains, attracting numerous predators. Witness dramatic wildlife scenes as hyenas, jackals, and vultures follow the herds, while big cats like lions, cheetahs, and leopards take advantage of the abundance of prey. The Ndutu region also offers a rich diversity of birdlife and stunning landscapes dotted with acacia trees. Enjoy game drives throughout the day as you track the movement and behavior of wildlife in this dynamic ecosystem. In the evening, head to Ndutu Heritage Tented Camp for dinner and overnight, where you can relax under the stars in the heart of the wilderness.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ndutu Heritage Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
In Ndutu Plains
In Ndutu Plains
Enjoy an early breakfast, then depart at sunrise from Ndutu Heritage Tented Camp with packed lunches for a full-day safari in the Ndutu Plains. This region, part of the southern Serengeti and Ngorongoro Conservation Area, is a prime location during the calving season of the Great Migration. With thousands of newborn wildebeests and zebras scattered across the plains, predator activity is intense offering excellent chances of witnessing a live hunt or dramatic predator-prey interactions. Watch lions, cheetahs, and hyenas on the move, and observe vultures and other scavengers feeding on fresh remains. Explore the varied terrain including woodland, grassland, and soda lakes teeming with birdlife. Break for lunch at a scenic spot in the bush, then continue your adventure into the afternoon. Return to camp for dinner and overnight, surrounded by the sounds of the African wild.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ndutu Heritage Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Ndutu to Ngorongoro
Ndutu to Ngorongoro
After an early breakfast, depart from the lodge at 6:30 AM for a morning safari in the Ndutu Plains. Take advantage of the cool morning hours when wildlife is most active, increasing your chances of spotting predators like lions, cheetahs, and hyenas on the hunt, as well as large herds of wildebeests and zebras grazing across the plains. Capture breathtaking scenes and enjoy the rich diversity of wildlife and bird species that thrive in this region. Return to the lodge by late morning for a hot lunch and a short rest. At 2:00 PM, begin your scenic journey from the South Serengeti to the Ngorongoro Crater rim, ascending through highland forests and Maasai villages. Arrive at Hhando Coffee Lodge by 5:00 PM, located at 2,500 meters above sea level. Enjoy a warm welcome, dinner, and overnight in the cool mountain air with views of the forested crater rim.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
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Hhando Coffee Lodge
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Ngorongoro Crater Tour to Arusha
Ngorongoro Crater Tour to Arusha
After an early breakfast, depart from the lodge at 6:30 AM with packed lunches for a full morning safari inside the Ngorongoro Crater. This UNESCO World Heritage Site offers a unique ecosystem teeming with wildlife, including the endangered black rhino, large prides of lions, elephants, buffaloes, and a variety of antelope species. Along the shores of Lake Magadi, spot pink flamingos and other waterbirds, while the crater floor presents stunning scenery and exceptional wildlife encounters. Stop for a picnic lunch at the famous Ngoitoktok Hippo Pool, where you can enjoy your meal in the company of hippos and breathtaking views. After lunch, around 1:00 PM, exit the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and begin your drive back to Arusha. Arrive by approximately 5:00 PM for drop-off in town or at your hotel for onward travel arrangements.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
