$2,585 to $3,300 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park
The safari begins with a drive to Tarangire National Park. Upon arrival, you'll embark on an extensive game drive. Your journey will focus on encountering the park's legendary large elephant herds and various other wildlife, including lions, giraffes, and zebras, all drawn to the life-giving Tarangire River. At the end of the day, you will travel to Fanaka Lodge for dinner and your first overnight stay.
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire is a vast wilderness renowned for its immense elephant population and its stunning landscape of ancient baobab trees. The park's name comes from the Tarangire River, which flows through the park and is the primary source of water for wildlife during the dry season. It is a vital ecosystem that attracts a high concentration of animals, making it a spectacular location for a safari.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Karatu Safari Camp Lodge
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Journey To Serengeti National Park
Journey To Serengeti National Park
Today, you will embark on a scenic drive to the world-renowned Serengeti National Park. The journey itself is a game drive, as you pass through the stunning landscapes of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area before reaching the Serengeti's endless plains. Upon arrival, your game drive continues, with your guide seeking out the region's famous predators and immense herds of herbivores. You will settle into a mobile camp for dinner and your first of four overnight stays in the heart of the park.
Serengeti National Park
The Serengeti is arguably Africa's most famous national park, known for its endless plains and the spectacular Great Migration. The park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is home to an incredible diversity of wildlife, including the "Big Five" and countless other species. Its vast open landscapes provide unparalleled opportunities for game viewing and experiencing the raw, untamed beauty of the African wilderness.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Game Drives in the Serengeti
Game Drives in the Serengeti
These three days are dedicated entirely to exploring the incredible Serengeti National Park. Your safari will be filled with extensive game drives, allowing you to traverse different areas of the park and witness its spectacular wildlife. You will follow the movement of the Great Migration, search for prides of lions and solitary leopards, and marvel at the diversity of the ecosystem. The mornings will be spent exploring, returning to camp for lunch or enjoying a picnic in the bush, before heading out again for an afternoon drive. Each evening, you will return to your mobile camp for a relaxing dinner under the stars.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Serengeti National Park Exploration
Serengeti National Park Exploration
Another full day is spent exploring the incredible Serengeti National Park. You will head out on extensive game drives, allowing you to traverse different areas of the park and witness its spectacular wildlife. From vast open plains to acacia woodlands and riverine forests, the Serengeti's diverse habitats offer unique viewing opportunities. The day concludes with a final night in your mobile camp, surrounded by the sounds of the African bush.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Game Drive in the Serengeti
Game Drive in the Serengeti
Your final full day in the Serengeti will be spent on extensive game drives. Your guide will take you to different areas of the park, ensuring you have the best chance to see a wide variety of animals. The day concludes with a final night in your mobile camp, surrounded by the sounds of the African bush.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
The safari culminates with a drive from the Serengeti to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. You will descend into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater for an extensive game drive on the crater floor. This unique, self-contained ecosystem is home to a high concentration of wildlife, providing an unparalleled opportunity to spot the "Big Five." After an unforgettable game drive, you will ascend the crater wall and begin the journey to Karatu Safari Lodge for your final night
Ngorongoro Crater
Often called "Africa's Garden of Eden," the Ngorongoro Crater is the world's largest intact volcanic caldera. It is a natural wonder that hosts an astonishing density of wildlife, thriving in the permanent water sources and lush grasses of the crater floor. The unique geography of the crater walls creates a natural enclosure, ensuring a high probability of close-up wildlife encounters.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Karatu Safari Camp Lodge
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Lake Manyara & Departure
Lake Manyara & Departure
The final day of your safari begins with a drive to Lake Manyara National Park. You will embark on a final game drive, exploring the park's diverse habitats, from the groundwater forest to the soda lake. The park is famous for its tree-climbing lions and a large variety of birdlife. Following your safari, you will be transferred to a local airstrip for your departure, marking the end of your safari adventure.
Lake Manyara National Park
Nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment, Lake Manyara is a beautiful and compact park. It is famous for its tree-climbing lions and a diverse range of habitats. The park's centerpiece is a large alkaline lake, which attracts a huge variety of birdlife, including large flocks of flamingos, making it a spectacular location for bird watching.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
