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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 to Lake Manyara

Arusha to Lake Manyara

Embark on a full-day game drive at Lake Manyara National Park, departing from your Arusha hotel at 8:00 AM with a picnic lunch. Traverse lush Acacia and Mahogany forests, keeping an eye out for buffalo, giraffes, impalas, baboons, and blue monkeys. With luck, spot the elusive tree-climbing lions. In the right season, witness the shores turn pink with flamingos. After the drive, return to your camp/lodge for a delightful dinner.

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:
Eileen's Trees Inn
  • Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Manyara NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Transfer to Ndutu

Transfer to Ndutu

Starting at 7:00 AM, we journey towards the Ndutu region, a 4-hour drive from Tarangire or 2.5 hours from Karatu. Amidst sweeping grasslands merging into the Serengeti, Ndutu hosts the annual migration of over 2 million wildebeests, zebras, antelopes, and gazelles between December and April. Witness calving between mid-January and February, attracting predators. Lake Ndutu and Lake Masek offer abundant wildlife during the dry season, with Ndutu being home to 6 species of big cats. After an exhilarating game drive until around 6:00 PM, retire to your chosen accommodation for a delectable dinner and rest for the next day's adventures.

Main Destination:
Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)
Accommodation:
Ndutu Heritage Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Full game drives at Ndutu

Full game drives at Ndutu

Today offers a full day to explore Ndutu. Depart after a relaxed breakfast for a full-day game drive at 8:00 AM, returning to the lodge by late afternoon around 5:30 PM with packed lunch boxes. Alternatively, set out on an early morning game drive at 6:20 AM after breakfast, returning around 10:30 AM to relax. Enjoy a hot lunch at the accommodation, then depart for afternoon game drives at 3:00 PM, returning by 6:00 PM. Rest well to prepare for another exciting day ahead.

Main Destination:
Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)
Accommodation:
Ndutu Heritage Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

- Ndutu to Ngorongoro

- Ndutu to Ngorongoro

Today you get another chance to view the beautiful wildlife spectacle at Ndutu. We start early in the day and after breakfast, depart for game drives around 6:20 AM with packed lunch. We continue with game drives till around 3:00 PM in the afternoon and then proceed towards our selected accommodation in Ngorongoro or Karatu for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)
Accommodation:
Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located near Karatu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Ngorongoro Crater Tour

Ngorongoro Crater Tour

On your final safari day, you'll start early with a quick breakfast before heading to Ngorongoro Crater, the world's largest inactive volcanic caldera. Enjoy a 5-hour game drive on the crater floor, witnessing abundant wildlife including elephants, buffalo, rhinos, hippos, hyenas, cheetahs, and lions. After a picnic lunch at the scenic Hippo pool, ascend steeply to the crater's top exit. This marks the conclusion of your safari, with a 4-hour drive back to Arusha. You'll be dropped off at your preferred location by 5:00 PM, bidding farewell to your team with unforgettable memories.

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:
Eileen's Trees Inn
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Transfer to Tarangire for game drives till afternoon

Transfer to Tarangire for game drives till afternoon

We depart from the hotel around 7:00 AM for Tarangire National Park with packed lunches. Known for its majestic baobab trees and abundant wildlife, including large elephant herds, Tarangire offers thrilling game drives. Enjoy a lunch break at a scenic picnic spot, then continue exploring until afternoon. Afterwards, we return to Arusha by around 6:00 PM, marking the end of our tour. Bid farewell to your guide, leaving with cherished memories. Hotel arrangements in Arusha can be made at an additional cost.

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)
  • 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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  • This tour is offered by Galilaya Expedition, not SafariBookings.
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  • This group tour requires a minimum of 5 people to run.
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