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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Zanzibar to Tarangire National Park (Stay at Escarpment Luxury Lodge )

Zanzibar to Tarangire National Park (Stay at Escarpment Luxury Lodge )

Early in the morning, at 6:00 am (pick-up time depends on your hotel's location in Zanzibar), our driver will transfer you to the airport for your 8:00 am flight to Arusha. Upon arrival at 9:15 am, your driver-guide will meet you and drive about 1.5 hours to Tarangire National Park, sharing fascinating insights about Arusha’s history and the Maasai culture along the way.

Tarangire National Park is renowned for its rich biodiversity, including large elephant herds. The landscape varies from seasonal swamps to open savannahs, with the Tarangire River winding through, attracting wildlife all year. Watch for lions stalking their prey or leopards relaxing high in the trees.

You will enjoy your packed lunch inside the park before continuing your game drive. The safari ends around 4:00 pm, after which you will drive to your lodge for relaxation, a delicious dinner, and your overnight stay.

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
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HippoCommon
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Escarpment Luxury Lodge Manyara
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 2

Game Drive in Ngorongoro Crater (Stay at Escarpment Luxury Lodge)

Game Drive in Ngorongoro Crater (Stay at Escarpment Luxury Lodge)

After a delicious breakfast, you will drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area for a full-day game drive.

Ngorongoro is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its unique combination of natural beauty and wildlife. Once you descend into the crater, you’ll have an excellent chance to spot the Big Five, including prides of lions, herds of buffalo, elephants, leopards, and the rare black rhinos. The crater lakes host beautiful bird species such as flamingos, and the overall scenery is breathtaking.

Be ready to witness many varieties of wild animals within minutes, as the crater floor teems with life, from grazing herbivores to powerful predators.

In the late afternoon, you’ll drive back to your lodge for relaxation, dinner, and your overnight stay, reflecting on the incredible day spent in one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations.

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:
Escarpment Luxury Lodge Manyara
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 3

Game Drive in Lake Manyara National Park and Flight Back to Zanzibar

Game Drive in Lake Manyara National Park and Flight Back to Zanzibar

Rise and shine with a delicious breakfast at 7:00 am, as today marks the final day of your safari adventure. After breakfast, you will depart for Lake Manyara National Park, beautifully set at the base of the Great Rift Valley. This park is known for its diverse habitats and famous tree-climbing lions, along with elephants, giraffes, and a wide range of birdlife around the alkaline Lake Manyara.

You’ll enjoy an exciting game drive, exploring the lush groundwater forests, open grasslands, and lake shores teeming with life.

In the afternoon, you will return to Arusha Airport for your 4:30 PM flight back to Zanzibar, taking with you memories of an unforgettable journey through Tanzania’s wild beauty.

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
Show more
LionOccasional
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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  • This tour is offered by Professional Safaris, not SafariBookings.
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  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. If flights cost more, your quote will reflect this.
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