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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 - Tarangire National Park

Arusha - Tarangire National Park

In the morning, you’ll drive to Arusha. Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted and transferred to Tarangire National Park for an exciting game drive to enjoy the abundant wildlife. You'll spend the night at the campsite, with lunch and dinner provided. Daily drinking water will also be supplied for each guest.

Tarangire National Park spans nearly 3,000 square kilometers and is renowned for its impressive elephant populations and iconic baobab trees. The park gets its name from the Tarangire River, which flows through it. Tarangire is especially remarkable during the dry season (June to November) when wildlife concentrations rival those found in the Serengeti. The Tarangire River serves as the only water source, attracting enormous herds of elephants and a variety of other animals. With its diverse habitats and permanent water supply, the park is home to over 2,000 elephants and more than 500 bird species.

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
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HippoCommon
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Fig Tree Lodge & Camp
  • Budget hotel located in Mto wa Mbu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Tarangire National Park - Ngorongoro Crater

Tarangire National Park - Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, you’ll descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for an exciting game tour. Following your adventure, you’ll drive back to Karatu for your overnight stay at the lodge, where breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be provided.

Often referred to as the eighth natural wonder of the world, the Ngorongoro Crater is the largest intact caldera on the planet. This natural enclosure features towering walls that rise 600 meters. Spanning over 19 kilometers in width, the crater is home to diverse habitats, including acacia forests, hippo-filled swamps, and open grasslands.

These varied environments support a remarkable array of wildlife, with over 30,000 animals, including elephants, warthogs, flamingos, and a magnificent variety of birds. You might even spot the rare black rhinoceros and various predatory cats. Additionally, the Maasai people can often be seen grazing their cattle alongside buffalo.

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
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ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • On the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Ngorongoro Crater - Lake Manyar National Park

Ngorongoro Crater - Lake Manyar National Park

After breakfast today, your safari guide will pick you up for an exciting drive to Lake Manyara National Park for a game drive. After exploring, you'll head back to Arusha and proceed to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight home. Breakfast and lunch will be provided, along with daily drinking water for each guest.

Lake Manyara is a stunning little park known for its unique tree-climbing lions, majestic elephants, and large troops of baboons. Despite its small size, the park is home to a remarkable variety of birds and wildlife. A short visit to this serene environment will enrich your safari experience, as the lush green jungle habitat offers a striking contrast to the other parks you'll explore during your adventure.

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
Show more
LionOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

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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