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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/JRO Airport – Lake Manyara National Park

Arusha/JRO Airport – Lake Manyara National Park

Upon arriving at Arusha/JRO Airport, you'll be welcomed by our tour guide driver and with your packed lunch box. You will then drive to Lake Manyara National Park for a game drive. Look for the famous tree-climbing lions, large herds of elephants, and vibrant birdlife around Lake Manyara. Once you finish the game drive, you will head to our lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Lake Manyara is a shallow, alkaline lake located in northern Tanzania, known for its stunning scenery and diverse wildlife. It is part of Lake Manyara National Park, which features a mix of lush groundwater forests, open grasslands, and hot springs. The lake is famous for its large flocks of flamingos and tree-climbing lions, with its size fluctuating based on seasonal rainfall.

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:
Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located on the escarpment above Lake Manyara NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Karatu – Central Serengeti National Park

Karatu – Central Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, you will drive to Central Serengeti for a game drive, registering at Naabi Hill Gate before exploring the park. You'll witness the wonders of the Serengeti, including the Big Five and other wildlife. The day concludes with a sunset drive before heading to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Central Serengeti, or the Seronera area, is the heart of Serengeti National Park and teems with wildlife, including lions, leopards, and elephants. Renowned for its predator sightings, it also plays a crucial role in the Great Migration, with millions of wildebeest and zebras passing through each year.

Main Destination:
Central 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:
Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Central Serengeti - Ngorongoro Crater

Central Serengeti - Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast with your lunch box packed, you will start our beautiful journey to Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive. You will descend the crater, watching the Big Five and other interesting animals as well. Once you finish the game drive, you will drive to your lodge for an overnight stay.

The Ngorongoro Crater, poetically referred to as 'Africa's Garden of Eden', is a unique natural wonder located in northern Tanzania. The massive Ngorongoro Crater caldera was formed when a large volcano, roughly the size of Mount Kilimanjaro, erupted and collapsed. That happened over 2.5 million years ago.

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:
Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Tarangire – Arusha/JRO Airport

Tarangire – Arusha/JRO Airport

After breakfast, you will drive to Tarangire National Park for a game drive. You'll watch the elephant herds and impressive baobab trees. You will finish your drive in the afternoon on your way to Arusha Airport, where we will bring your safari of a lifetime experience to an end.

Tarangire is famous for its large elephant herds and impressive baobab trees. As you explore, watch for a variety of wildlife, including zebras, impalas, lions, cheetahs, and leopards, with a chance to see these animals in their natural habitat.

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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