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Arrival
Day 1
Lake Natron
Lake Natron
Just past Mto wa Mbu, you'll leave the asphalted road along the East African Rift Valley, and the drive continues on adventurous slopes. The drive leads past Maasai villages and the holy mountain of the Maasai, the Ol Doinyo Lengai. Soon, the Maasai village Ngare Sero comes into sight. It is not far from the lake. The outlet Lake Natron is home to a remarkable variety of birds, particularly about 2.5 million dwarf flamingos. The lake serves them as a regular breeding ground. The water is strongly saline and the basis of life for unicellular algae and bacteria, which are responsible for the planar red-brown to purple-violet colouring of the lake. The area around Lake Natron is one of the most beautiful and unspoilt regions in Africa. You will hike to the lake and then visit the nearby waterfalls, a true oasis with awesome waters to swim.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Natron
- Accommodation:
- Africa Safari Lake Natron (Safari Comfort Bungalow)
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park
The endless plains of the Serengeti are next on your list, and where the magic continues. It is the heart of a vast ecosystem whose species-rich animal world is unique. Annually, the great migration involves over 1.4 million gnus, almost 300,000 Thomson's gazelles, about 200,000 zebras and several thousand topis during the rainy seasons to the areas with green, lush meadows. With about 3 million larger mammals, the Serengeti is the national park with the richest wildlife worldwide.
Around two-thirds of the park is home to the above-mentioned animal species. Furthermore, the park is home to many other animal species, such as giraffe, buffalo, hyena, elephant and crocodile. The population of feline predators is particularly large; about 3,000 lions, 300 cheetahs, and an estimated 400 to 700 leopards have their hunting grounds here.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Osinon Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
On this day, you will descend over 600m into the crater to view wildlife for a half-day safari tour. Supported by a year-round water supply and fodder, the Ngorongoro Crater supports a wide variety of animals, which include herds of wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, eland, warthog, hippo, and giant African elephant. Another big drawcard to this picturesque national park is its dense predator population, including lions, hyenas, jackals, cheetahs and the ever-elusive leopard, which sometimes requires a trained eye to spot. We will visit Lake Magadi, a large but shallow alkaline lake in the southwestern corner, which is one of the main features of the crater. Many flamingos, hippos and other waterbirds can be seen here. After lunch, we will ascend from the crater and head to the lodge for an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Marera Valley Lodge
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Tarangire National Park to Arusha Town
Tarangire National Park to Arusha Town
Giant baobab trees, bush savannahs, and the seasonal marshes add to the wonder of this nature reserve. The Tarangire National Park is considered one of the best places to view elephants up close. The park is also home to buffaloes, zebras and wildebeests which are always closely followed by a range of predators such as lions. Leopards are seen now and then, but cheetahs are rarely spotted. From the open roof of the safari vehicle, you will be able to absorb the landscape and watch the animals. After the game drive, you will head to Arusha or JRO.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
