$5,819 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park
We will pick you up from your hotel at 8:00 am and head to one of Tanzania’s most special national parks. Tarangire National Park is renowned for its diverse landscapes, featuring nine distinct vegetation zones. The park is particularly famous for its ancient baobab trees, some of the largest on the continent, which tower over the wildlife around them.
The Tarangire River attracts an incredible variety of animals, including lions, leopards, zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, antelopes, and elephants—the park has the highest concentration of elephants in the country, offering unique opportunities to observe their social interactions.
Lunch is served at a scenic picnic area with an observatory overlooking the river, where you may even witness a hunt while enjoying your meal. In the afternoon, the game drive continues before we transfer you to your accommodation for the night.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Mpingo Ridge Lodge
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Lake Manyara National Park
Lake Manyara National Park
Enjoy a scenic drive across the Great Rift Valley to Lake Manyara National Park for a full-day game drive. Although relatively small (205 sq miles), the park is renowned for its breathtaking scenery, lush acacia forests, giant fig and mahogany trees, and a growing population of baboons and blue monkeys. Giraffes, elephants, impalas, and large herds of buffalo are permanent residents, while the lake itself is home to numerous hippos.
The landscapes of Lake Manyara are truly unforgettable. Game drives along the lakeshore offer stunning photo opportunities, with giraffes and buffalo in the foreground and the lake, often dotted with flamingos, in the background. Optional activities during the day include a bike tour or a boat excursion. In the afternoon, you will be transferred to your camp for dinner and overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
-
Mawe Mawe Manyara Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park
After an early breakfast, depart for the world-famous Serengeti National Park. En route, drive through the Ngorongoro Highlands and make a quick stop at the crater rim for an unforgettable view of the Ngorongoro Crater—a truly breathtaking experience for first-time visitors.
As you continue into the Serengeti, you will understand why its name means “endless plains” in Swahili. Covering 6,900 sq miles, the vast plains stretch to the horizon, creating a stunning sense of scale. The park is home to the Great Migration, with over two million wildebeests, hundreds of thousands of zebras, and countless antelopes, including impalas and Thomson’s gazelles. Predators are abundant as well, including lions, cheetahs, leopards, and hyenas. Many iconic wildlife scenes, such as the famous river crossings, have been filmed here.
Accommodation levels can be adjusted according to your preference.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
-
Four Seasons Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park
You will spend a full day exploring Serengeti National Park. The day is fully flexible and can be tailored to your preferences. Each morning, your guide will discuss the best schedule with you, including game drive timings and wake-up options. For example, you may choose to do a morning game drive, return to the camp for lunch and relaxation, and then head out for an afternoon game drive, or enjoy a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Four Seasons Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater
Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater
On this day, we recommend an early wake-up to enjoy a morning game drive when the animals are most active and to witness one of the most stunning sunrises you will ever see. After the game drive, return to the camp for a hearty brunch before proceeding to the Ngorongoro Crater, often called the 8th Wonder of the Natural World.
The crater spans 102 sq miles and is surrounded by 2,000-foot-high walls, creating a natural sanctuary that hosts nearly every species of wildlife found in East Africa. It is one of the few places on the continent where you may spot the rare black rhino. The crater features a river, several swamps, a soda lake with a large concentration of flamingos, a forest, and open plains. It is also renowned for its magnificent elephants, some of the largest in the world with impressive tusks. Ngorongoro Crater is truly a natural wonder not to be missed.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- The Highlands Camp
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
The day begins very early with a descent into the crater floor for an unforgettable morning of wildlife viewing in one of the most breathtaking locations on earth. After the game drive, enjoy a picnic lunch near the picturesque Hippo Lake. Following lunch, there will be time for a short additional game drive before ascending the crater and exiting the Ngorongoro Conservation Area towards Arusha. We expect to return to Arusha around 5:00 pm, but the schedule can be adjusted if you have a flight to catch or other needs.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
