$2,596 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arusha to manyara
Arusha to manyara
Your full-day game drive in Lake Manyara will start early in the morning. Located southwest of Arusha, Lake Manyara, despite its relatively small area, is a real shrine to natural life. Possessing a diverse flora that includes over 670 species of flowering plants and ferns as well as dense forests of acacias and giant figs, the park is also home to a vibrant fauna. They include large populations of wildebeest, zebra and gazelle, hippo, tree-climbing lion, cheetah, and more than 350 species of birds. The massive flocks of flamingoes that feed there during the wet season are the most famous. The tour includes a stop for lunch and will then resume, After full day game drive you will be driven back to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- Bougainvillea Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Lake Eyasi
Lake Eyasi
Lake Eyasi is home to about 1,000 tribesmen living almost the same way as our ancestors in the Stone Age, and who relies fully on hunting and gathering for their upkeep. You will start your tour getting to know the Datoga blacksmiths that work in a very primitive environment to make jewellery. Their most important works are weapons such as arrowheads and knives, which they trade with the Hadzabe in exchange for their daily catch (antelopes, gazelles and birds as well as fruits, roots and honey from the baobab trees).
After lunch, you will have the opportunity to enjoy a nice walk around Lake Eyasi, a seasonally shallow, salted lake on the floor of the Great Rift Valley. You will then be driven to the camp in time for a magical sunset.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Eyasi
- Accommodation:
- Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
You'll get up early to have breakfast before heading out for a game drive transfer to Ngorongoro Crater. The drive might take around 2 hours, but along the way, you'll make some stops for spotting animals.
The main attraction of Ngorongoro is its deep, volcanic crater, which is the world's largest unflooded and unbroken caldera. It's about 20 kilometers across, 600 meters deep, and covers 300 square kilometers—an awe-inspiring natural wonder. You'll explore Lake Magadi, a large but shallow alkaline lake in the southwestern corner, famous for its black rhinos, flamingos, hippos, and other water birds.
You'll enjoy a full-day game drive in the crater. In the evening, you'll drive back to the lodge for dinner and to spend the night.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
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Tanzania Bush Camps Central Serengeti
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park
An appetising breakfast will be served at the camp, followed by a drive to the Serengeti National Park. You will take the scenic route to the Serengeti, which allows you to travel near the Ngorongoro Crater. There is a possibility of spotting game along the way. The endless golden savannah with splashes of colour created by the vegetation and wildlife makes it easy to understand why the Serengeti is one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Africa.
You will stop to enjoy your picnic lunch on a kopje (a small hill in a generally flat area). Then, you will proceed further into the Serengeti for a leisurely game drive. You will spend the night at the Tanzania Bush Camps Central Serengeti.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Tanzania Bush Camps Central Serengeti
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Serengeti to karatu
Serengeti to karatu
Embark on an unforgettable journey through northern Tanzania, beginning in the iconic Serengeti National Park, where vast plains come alive with roaming herds and prowling predators. Experience thrilling game drives through one of Africa’s greatest wildlife sanctuaries, witnessing the beauty of the Great Migration and the Big Five in their natural habitat.
After your Serengeti adventure, enjoy a scenic drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area as you head toward the green highlands of Karatu. Along the way, stop for a relaxing lunch surrounded by breathtaking landscapes.
Your day concludes with a warm welcome at Marera Valley Lodge, a beautiful retreat nestled in the rolling hills of Karatu. Here, you’ll enjoy a peaceful evening, delicious dinner, and a comfortable overnight stay—a perfect way to unwind after a day of exploration.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Marera Valley Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Karatu to arusha intentional airport
Karatu to arusha intentional airport
After a peaceful night and a fresh breakfast at Marera Valley Lodge, it’s time to begin your journey back to Arusha. Enjoy a relaxed morning before departing from the lush highlands of Karatu, passing through scenic landscapes and vibrant local villages.
As you descend from the Ngorongoro Highlands, you’ll travel through Mto wa Mbu and along the Great Rift Valley escarpment, with occasional glimpses of Lake Manyara in the distance. This drive offers one last chance to soak in the beauty of Tanzania’s countryside.
Depending on your time, there may be an option to visit traditional Maasai village. Meet members of the community, learn about their age-old customs, explore their traditional homes, and witness traditional dances and storytelling,
Walk through lush plantations, discover the full bean-to-cup process, and enjoy a tasting session of freshly brewed Tanzanian Arabica coffee.
- Main Destination:
- Karatu District
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
