Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Your adventure with Kipe Adventure Safari begins after breakfast. Your guide will pick you up from your accommodation, and you'll head to Tarangire National Park, a journey of approximately two and a half hours on well-maintained tarmac roads. The park is named after the Tarangire River, the primary source of water for wildlife in the region during the dry season.
Tarangire National Park is renowned for its elephant families, often congregating by the river. You'll also have the chance to spot giraffes, bushbucks, hartebeests, and a variety of predators like lions and leopards. This park is a birdwatcher's paradise, with more breeding species of birds than anywhere else on Earth. Keep an eye out for the ancient Baobab trees, some of which have lived for over a thousand years.
Lunch will be enjoyed at a picnic site within the park, allowing you to soak in the natural beauty of Tarangire while savoring your meal. Overnight will be at Africa Safari Lake Manyara Glamping.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Africa Safari Lake Manyara (Safari Luxury Glamping)
- Meals & Drinks:
Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park
Leaving Mto wa Mbu village behind, you'll enter the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, traversing the Ngorongoro Highlands until you reach the Serengeti gate. This marks the beginning of your game drives in the Serengeti.
The Serengeti Park is an iconic African destination, covering over 15,000 square kilometers of savannah teeming with wildlife. Here, you can encounter lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, elephants, and a myriad of other fascinating animals.
After your exciting game drives, you'll drive to your lodge where you can enjoy a delicious dinner and settle in for the night.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Intimate Camp Seronera
- Meals & Drinks:
Serengeti National Park
The Serengeti is an awe-inspiring natural wonder. Its vast open grasslands create the perfect setting for incredible wildlife sightings. The Serengeti's climate and vegetation have remained virtually unchanged for millions of years, preserving its unique beauty.
One of the Serengeti's most remarkable phenomena is the annual Great Migration. This epic journey involves vast herds of wildebeest, accompanied by zebras and antelopes, as they follow a perpetual quest for fresh grazing. The migration can be observed throughout the year; it's more about knowing where to find it during different months.
Beyond the iconic landscapes, the Serengeti offers excellent opportunities to encounter predators like lions, cheetahs, and leopards. Witnessing these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat is a transformative and unforgettable experience.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Intimate Camp Seronera
- Meals & Drinks:
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, you'll continue your journey to Ngorongoro Crater for an exciting game drive. This unique conservation area is where the Maasai people coexist with their livestock and wildlife.
Ngorongoro Crater appears like a forgotten world, hidden within steep volcanic walls. It houses a pristine wilderness with sweeping savannah, pockets of acacia woodland, and shimmering lakes and swamps. Formed over two to three million years ago by a massive volcanic eruption and collapse, it spans 260 km².
The Crater is celebrated for its geological wonders and as a natural reserve with one of Africa's densest populations of large mammals. As you descend, you'll encounter numerous wildebeests, zebras, gazelles, and over 500 bird species. This is a prime location for spotting the endangered black rhinoceros, making it a must-visit for wildlife enthusiasts.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Africa Safari Lake Manyara (Safari Luxury Glamping)
- Meals & Drinks:
Lake Manyara to Arusha
After breakfast, you'll head to Lake Manyara National Park, a compact yet diverse park located 120km west of Arusha. This park offers a unique blend of natural beauty. Lake Manyara, a shallow salt lake, dominates the landscape, expanding and contracting with the seasons. It's a haven for countless wading birds, including flamingos and over 500 other bird species.
In the park's lush evergreen forest, you might encounter baboons and elephants, while the famous tree-climbing lions, a unique feature of Manyara, are a sight to behold. Enjoy a picnic lunch within the park as you explore its wonders.
Following your game drive, it will be time to bid farewell to your guide. They will drop you off at your chosen location, whether it's Arusha, Kilimanjaro Airport, or Arusha Airport. We trust that you've had an unforgettable adventure with us.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks: