5-Day Classic Drive Safari Valleys and Highlands

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

You will be picked up in Arusha, this is where your safari adventure will begin! You'll enjoy a safari game drive in Tarangire National Park, famous for its elephant migration, birdlife, and authentic safari atmosphere. You will enjoy a packed lunch at midday and the end of the afternoon’s game drive, you will make your way to Africa Safari Rift Valley, with the famous Great Rift Valley in its backyard, where you will be staying overnight.

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

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Africa Safari Rift Valley (Safari Luxury Accommodation)

• Mid-range tented camp located on the escarpment above Lake Manyara NP

Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinks not included

Lounging Lions in Lake Manyara National Park

You'll enjoy a safari game drive in Lake Manyara National Park from south to north. The park is approximately 330 square kilometres of which 200 square kilometres make up the lake itself when water levels are at a maximum. From a sea of pink flamingos as far as the eye can see to bull elephants at close range, Lake Manyara showcases a superb variety of herd animals and birdlife. One of the very special aspects of this park is the tree-climbing lions. After exploring the park, you will be driven to Africa Safari Lake Manyara, situated right next to the lake with an abundance of wildlife walking around. Here you will be staying overnight.

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

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

Show more

LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

Africa Safari Lake Manyara (Safari Comfort)

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Lake Manyara NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Keeping it Cultural in Mto Wa Mbu

After breakfast, you will visit the traditional home of the Maasai, the Maasai Boma – which consists of a variety of small huts made of mud, sticks, and cow dung. The boma is surrounded by a circular “fence” of thorny bushes to protect the tribe and their cattle from predators. On your visit, you can practice a traditional dance, engage in a conversation about daily life, traditions, and customs, and admire the beautiful beadworks of the Maasai women. The remainder of the day can be spent in relaxation mode. You will take a refreshing swim in the pool, read a book and before you know it, it is time for a meal with fresh vegetables from our garden.

Main Destination:

Mto Wa Mbu (Town)

Accommodation:

Africa Safari Lake Manyara (Safari Comfort)

• Mid-range tented camp located in Mto wa Mbu (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Ngorongoro Crater Magic

Be sure to wake up early today, so there is no delay on your descent into the famous Ngorongoro Crater. As soon as you arrive in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, you will be amazed by the beauty around you. Even more so when you arrive at the edge of the crater and take in the amazing view over one of the natural wonders of this world. The crater of this inactive volcano is approximately 3 million years old, 20 square km in size, and the largest unbroken volcanic caldera in the world. Due to its natural borders, the wildlife in the crater is amazing. The crater is home to the Big Five and offers a good chance to spot the rare black rhino. Throw hyenas, zebras, buffalos, and elephants into the mix, and you have the perfect canvas for a pretty awesome safari experience. At the end of the afternoon, you will head to the lodge, Africa Safari Karatu, for a well-deserved night’s sleep.

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

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

Show more

ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Africa Safari Karatu (Safari Comfort Bungalow)

• Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Transfer to Arusha Area (JRO, ARK, Town Hotel)

All good things end! You'll enjoy your breakfast at Africa Safari Karatu before checking out, ready for your journey to Arusha. After meeting your driver-guide at the reception, you will head off on an easy three-hour drive back to where it all started; heart and camera filled with memories of your African safari adventure. You can choose to be dropped off in Arusha Town, at Arusha Airport or Kilimanjaro International Airport.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.