$847 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arusha – Tarangire National Park
Arusha – Tarangire National Park
Start your day with a pickup from your Arusha hotel and embark on a journey to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its abundant elephant herds. As you ride with an open roof vehicle, take in the sweeping vistas of seasonal swamps, savannah, and the Tarangire River, all while keeping an eye out for zebras, wildebeests, buffalos, hartebeests, elephants, giraffes, waterbucks, and reedbucks. With a stroke of luck, you might even witness the majestic sight of a lion on the hunt or a leisurely leopard lounging in the treetops. Following an exhilarating game drive filled with the wonders of the wilderness, depart the park and make your way to the Jambo campsite for a delicious dinner and a comfortable overnight stay. (Includes lunch and dinner.).
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Mto wa Mbu – Lake Manyara National Park
Mto wa Mbu – Lake Manyara National Park
In the morning, journey from Mto wa Mbu to the picturesque Lake Manyara National Park, a haven for bird enthusiasts boasting an impressive array of over 400 bird species. This diverse park also shelters primates like baboons and blue monkeys, as well as a plethora of herbivores including elephants, hippos, wildebeests, impalas, and giraffes. Keep a keen eye out for the park's carnivorous residents, such as leopards and lions. From the elevated vantage point of your safari vehicle's pop-up roof, witness the landscape transitioning from lush acacia woodlands to expansive grassy floodplains. Along the alkaline shoreline of Lake Manyara, colonies of flamingos and waterfowl create a stunning spectacle. After an enriching day of game viewing, depart the park and return to your campsite in the quaint town of Mto wa Mbu. Unwind by the pool or at the bar in the evening before indulging in a delicious dinner and spending the night in comfortable tents. (Includes lunch and dinner.).
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Lake Manyara Area – Serengeti National Park
Lake Manyara Area – Serengeti National Park
Following breakfast, your journey continues towards the verdant highlands where the Iraqw people cultivate crops like wheat, coffee, and corn. Traverse through the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Conservation Area, offering glimpses of the majestic Ngorongoro Crater, before pressing onward to the iconic Serengeti National Park, arriving by midday. Spanning vast expanses, the Serengeti showcases a tapestry of landscapes including grassy plains, swamps, lakes, savannah, and mountains. This park hosts the renowned wildebeest and zebra migration, a spectacle of nature where thousands of animals traverse the land in search of sustenance. Depending on the season, you may have the privilege of witnessing this incredible phenomenon. Spend the night camping in the Seronera area, nestled in the heart of Central Serengeti. (Includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner.).
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Highland
Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Highland
After breakfast, embark on another exhilarating game drive within the Serengeti National Park, offering the chance to encounter new and diverse wildlife species. Here, amidst the iconic plains, you may have the opportunity to witness the majestic Big Five - lions, elephants, buffaloes, rhinos, and leopards - completing the quintessential safari experience. Following lunch at a scenic picnic site, begin your journey towards the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater. Upon arrival at the crater's edge, be mesmerized as the vast caldera unfolds before your eyes, home to over 25,000 animals within its approximately 20 km diameter. Spend the night at a campsite perched directly on the crater's rim, offering unparalleled views of this natural wonder. (Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.).
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Highlands
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
Good morning! After enjoying breakfast at daybreak, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable safari experience. Inside this vast caldera, home to a plethora of wildlife, you'll encounter a diverse array of species including black rhinos, Grant's and Thomson's gazelles, lions, leopards, elephants, and mountain reedbucks among the lush forests on the slopes. Keep an eye out for buffaloes, spotted hyenas, rare wild dogs, and the myriad bird species that inhabit the area, totaling over 500. Following an immersive game drive and a delightful picnic lunch, depart the caldera in the afternoon and make your way back to Arusha, arriving in the early evening. (Breakfast and lunch included.).
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
