Arrival
Arrival
Day 1
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park
After a morning safari briefing, you'll proceed on your journey to Tarangire National Park. This natural reserve boasts giant baobab trees, bush savannahs, and seasonal marshes that enhance its wonder. It's regarded as one of the best places to witness elephants up close. The park also houses buffalos, zebras, and wildebeests, which are closely trailed by a variety of predators such as lions. While leopards are occasionally sighted, cheetahs are seldom seen.
You'll have the opportunity to take in the landscape and observe the wildlife from the open roof of the safari Jeep. In the late afternoon, you'll depart from the park and proceed to the lodge for an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
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Fig Tree Lodge & Camp
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, you'll embark on a drive toward Serengeti National Park, passing through the picturesque highland farmland of Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. As you leave the highlands behind, you'll venture into the heart of wild Africa. The drive will take you to the Seronera area, located in the central park area and recognized as one of the most abundant wildlife habitats in Serengeti.
The Seronera River flows through this region, providing a valuable water source that attracts a diverse range of wildlife representative of most of the Serengeti's species. You'll arrive in time for a picnic lunch and an afternoon game drive in Serengeti National Park.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, you'll embark on a game-viewing drive along the Sogore River Circuit which winds through the plains to the south of the Seronera River. This area is known for potential sightings of lions, Thomson's gazelles, topis, ostriches, and cheetahs. The Visitor Centre, located close to Serengeti Seronera Lodge, is a must-visit attraction following the morning's game drive.
In the afternoon, you'll follow the Kopjes Circuit which circumnavigates the Maasai Kopjes in an anti-clockwise direction. These kopjes, or weathered granite outcrops, are scattered throughout the plains and serve as miniature ecosystems, providing shade and pools of drinking water after the rains. They're particularly advantageous for spotting wildlife during the dry season, including lions, which often lie in wait for prey approaching the watering holes. The kopjes are also home to some impressively large cobras.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
Your morning will be spent on additional game drives in the Serengeti. Around noon, you'll depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. En route to the park gate, you'll have another chance for game viewing before leaving the Serengeti National Park in the early afternoon and continuing your journey toward Ngorongoro.
Upon reaching the edge of the Ngorongoro Crater, you'll be treated to a stunning view of the massive caldera below. You'll spend the night at Panorama Safari Camp.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
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Panorama Safari Camp
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Lake Manyara National Park
Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, we will make our way to Lake Manyara National Park. The park's main feature is the eponymous lake, which attracts numerous waterbirds. The striking pink flamingos are a particular highlight, but the park is also home to many other bird species including cormorants, pelicans, and storks. In total, there are around 400 different bird species to be found here.
The park is also well-known for its tree-climbing lions which are usually spotted in the central and open areas of the park. During the safari, you'll have the chance to see a variety of other animals, including elephants, zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, and hippos. In the late afternoon, we will depart from the national park and head back to Arusha or the airport, in time for your flight.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
