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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 to Lake Manyara National Park

Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park

Begin your adventure with a scenic drive from Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park, a gem nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment. Upon arrival, embark on an exciting game drive through the park’s diverse landscapes, lush groundwater forests, open savannah, and the shores of the alkaline lake. Keep an eye out for elephants, hippos, giraffes, flamingos, and the famous tree-climbing lions that make this park unique. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the heart of nature as you take in the park’s stunning scenery and rich birdlife. After the game drive, continue your journey to Suricata Boma Lodge, located near Karatu. Surrounded by tranquil landscapes and local charm, the lodge offers a peaceful retreat with warm hospitality. Relax, unwind, and prepare for the next day’s adventure in comfort and style.

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
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LionOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Suricata Boma Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Lake Manyara NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 2

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

After an early breakfast, you will enter the Ngorongoro Crater on a steep and narrow road. The slopes are forested, but the landscape changes to savannah dotted with the occasional acacia tree. The wildlife here is breathtakingly breathtaking. If you are lucky, you might spot the Big Five — lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, and leopard. The crater is also home to warthogs, wildebeests, zebras, hippos, hyenas, and many more. After a morning full of game viewing and a picnic lunch, you will leave the crater in the afternoon and drive back to the your lodge for an overnight stay.

Some interesting facts about Ngorongoro crater:
The Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest volcanic caldera, formed during the massive explosion of the volcano once higher than Kilimanjaro some 2 to 3 million years ago. The crater has a total area of 304 km², is 600 m deep, and has a diameter of 20 km.
After the great game drive, you will ascend the crater to Suricata Boma Lodge for an overnight stay.

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
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ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
Suricata Boma Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 3

Tarangire National Park

Tarangire National Park

Start your day with an early breakfast at Suricata Boma Lodge before heading out to Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s most scenic and wildlife-rich parks. Known for its iconic baobab trees and large herds of elephants, Tarangire offers a classic safari experience. Enjoy a thrilling game drive through the park’s diverse landscapes, where you may encounter lions, zebras, giraffes, wildebeests, and over 500 species of birds. The Tarangire River, a vital water source during the dry season, attracts a wide array of wildlife, making for excellent viewing opportunities. After a rewarding day of exploration, enjoy a picnic lunch in the park before beginning the drive back to Arusha. Take in the beautiful countryside as you reflect on your safari experience. You’ll arrive in Arusha by late afternoon or early evening, marking the end of a memorable journey through Tanzania’s natural wonders.

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
Show more
HippoCommon
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

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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