$1,995 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park
Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park
Your safari begins with a pick-up from your hotel in Arusha. After a briefing from your guide, you'll drive westward towards the Great Rift Valley. The journey takes about 2 hours. You'll see the landscape change from city to countryside, with views of maize and coffee plantations.
Arrive at Lake Manyara National Park for a game drive. This compact park is incredibly diverse. Its main feature is the shallow, alkaline lake that attracts thousands of flamingos and other waterbirds. The park is famously known for its tree-climbing lions (a rare behavior), and the ground water forest at the base of the Rift Valley escarpment is home to troops of baboons and blue monkeys. You may also see elephants, giraffes, hippos, and a variety of antelope.
Exit the park and drive a short distance to your lodge located on the outskirts of the park or in the nearby town of Karatu. This area is known for its lush, highland scenery.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Activities:
- Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
- Accommodation:
- Farm of Dreams Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Karatu to Serengeti National Park
Karatu to Serengeti National Park
After an early breakfast, you'll drive towards the iconic Serengeti. The journey is an adventure in itself. You'll pass through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and stop at the Ngorongoro Crater Viewpoint for your first breathtaking look into the caldera—a truly unforgettable sight.
Descend the other side of the crater highlands and enter the Serengeti National Park via the Naabi Hill Gate. You'll complete park formalities and enjoy lunch at a picnic site. Your game drive begins immediately as you venture into the vast, endless plains of the Serengeti. The name itself means "endless plains" in the Maasai language, and you will quickly see why. You will look for wildlife all afternoon—herds of wildebeest, zebra, Cape buffalo, lions, leopards, cheetahs, and
Drive to your chosen permanent tented camp in the central Seronera region of the Serengeti, which is rich in wildlife and scenic kopjes (rock formations). Enjoy a sundowner and dinner.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Activities:
- Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
- Accommodation:
- Tukaone Weavers Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Full Game Viewing in Serengeti
Full Game Viewing in Serengeti
This is your day to fully immerse yourself in the magic and beauty of the Serengeti National Park. You can tailor your day with flexible options to maximize your safari experience. Opt for an exhilarating full-day game drive equipped with a delicious packed picnic lunch, allowing you to explore the diverse habitats and vast habitats across the park without returning early. Your expert guide will take you to prime wildlife-viewing areas and track recent sightings, perhaps following up on rumors of a elusive leopard resting in an acacia tree or a lion pride on the hunt. This extended journey provides the ultimate opportunity to witness dramatic predator action and observe vast herds roaming the open savanna. Alternatively, enjoy split morning and afternoon game drives with a relaxing midday break at camp. In the evening, return to your accommodation for a satisfying dinner and gather around to share stories of the day's incredible sightings under a spectacular blanket of stars.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Activities:
- Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
- Accommodation:
- Tukaone Weavers Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Central Serengeti to Karatu
Central Serengeti to Karatu
Enjoy one last early morning game drive in the Serengeti as the sun rises over the vast savanna. This golden hour offers exceptional opportunities for photography, with soft morning light illuminating the landscape while wildlife is at its most active, from prowling big cats to grazing herds. Around midday, begin your journey back toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying a scenic game drive through the changing terrains of the Serengeti before ascending the highlands toward the crater rim. Arrive in the afternoon at your lodge, perfectly perched on the edge of the crater rim. The panoramic vistas overlooking the caldera floor are absolutely breathtaking. Take the remainder of the day to relax, indulge in the lodge's premium amenities, and absorb the sheer scale and natural splendor of this iconic UNESCO World Heritage site before a wonderful evening and dinner surrounded by spectacular views.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Activities:
- Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
- Accommodation:
- Marera Valley Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Ngorongoro Crater Tour to Arusha
Ngorongoro Crater Tour to Arusha
As the grand finale of your safari adventure, descend more than 600 meters (2,000 feet) down steep caldera walls onto the stunning Ngorongoro Crater floor for an incredible morning game drive. This massive, intact volcanic caldera forms a breathtaking natural enclosure, creating a self-contained sanctuary with one of the highest densities of wildlife anywhere in Africa. It stands as one of the premier destinations in Tanzania to spot all members of the legendary Big Five—lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and black rhinos—within a single morning. Catching a glimpse of the rare and endangered black rhino is a true highlight of visiting this unique ecosystem. Break for a scenic picnic lunch at the famous Hippo Pool, where you can stretch your legs and watch hippos wallowing alongside aquatic birdlife. Following an unforgettable safari experience, ascend the crater wall and begin your return drive to Arusha for your airport transfer to JRO.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Activities:
- Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
