Utukufu Travels and Adventures

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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 – Lake Manyara National Park

Arusha – Lake Manyara National Park

Your safari begins with an early morning departure from Arusha. Drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley to Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its lush forests, flamingo-lined lake, and tree-climbing lions. Enjoy a rewarding game drive with chances to see elephants, giraffes, hippos, and various birdlife.

In the late afternoon, head to your accommodation at Fanaka Campsite and Lodge in Mto wa Mbu — a vibrant town nestled at the park’s edge — for dinner and overnight.

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:
Fanaka Lodge
  • Budget lodge located just outside Lake Manyara NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Mto wa Mbu – Serengeti National Park

Mto wa Mbu – Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, journey onward to the legendary Serengeti National Park, passing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, take in the sweeping views and possibly spot wildlife even before entering the park.

Enjoy a game drive en route to your tented camp, spotting large herds of wildebeest, zebras, lions, cheetahs, and possibly leopards in the endless plains of the Serengeti. This day offers your first taste of the park’s immense scale and density of wildlife.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)
High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)
Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon
LionCommon
CheetahCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
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GiraffeCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Shuhudia Adventure Camp
  • Mid-range tented bush camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Full Day Game Drive in Serengeti

Full Day Game Drive in Serengeti

Wake up to the sounds of the African wilderness and set off on a full-day game drive across the Serengeti’s stunning landscapes. Depending on the season, you may witness the Great Migration — thousands of wildebeest and zebras moving in search of fresh grazing, often trailed by predators.

Your guide will take you to key wildlife viewing areas, where you’ll have the chance to observe lions hunting, elephants roaming, and countless other animals in their natural habitat. Return to camp for a hearty dinner and overnight stay under the stars.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Ngorongoro Wild Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Ngorongoro Highlands
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater

Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater

After an early breakfast and one last morning game drive in the Serengeti, you’ll head toward Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend 600 meters into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best places in Africa to see the Big Five in one day.

Explore the crater floor, a natural enclosure teeming with wildlife including black rhinos, lions, elephants, hyenas, hippos, and flocks of flamingos on Lake Magadi. After your thrilling game drive, ascend the crater rim and continue to your in Mto Wa Mbu.

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
Show more
ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
Fanaka Lodge
  • Budget lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Tarangire National Park – Return to Arusha

Tarangire National Park – Return to Arusha

Your final safari day takes you to the often-overlooked Tarangire National Park, known for its massive elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and rich diversity of wildlife. Enjoy a game drive along the Tarangire River where animals gather to drink, especially in the dry season.

Spot giraffes, warthogs, lions, leopards, and over 500 bird species. After a rewarding morning, begin your drive back to Arusha, arriving in the late afternoon.

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)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

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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Disclaimer

  • This tour is offered by Utukufu Travels and Adventures, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • This group tour requires a minimum of 6 people to run.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
  • This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Utukufu Travels and Adventures.