Arrival
Arrival
Day 1
Lake Manyara National Park
Lake Manyara National Park
You'll embark on a captivating journey as our chauffeur picks you up from your hotel at 8 am, initiating a full-day odyssey across the enchanting Great Rift Valley. Despite its modest size of 205 square miles, Lake Manyara National Park is a gem renowned for its awe-inspiring scenery. The park boasts a lush acacia forest, adorned with majestic giant figs and towering mahogany trees, creating a haven for a thriving community of baboons and elusive blue monkeys.
As you traverse this natural wonder, encounter permanent residents like elegant giraffes, stately elephants, graceful impalas, and an impressive herd of buffaloes. The lake itself is a spectacle, housing a substantial population of hippos. The landscapes of Lake Manyara defy verbal description, with the game drives along the lakeshore offering unparalleled photo opportunities. Picture giraffes and buffaloes in the foreground, with the shimmering lake as a breathtaking backdrop.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- Acacia Farm Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Central Serengeti National Park
Central Serengeti National Park
You'll kickstart your day on an early morning adventure following a hearty breakfast. You'll be setting out for the renowned Serengeti National Park. The drive itself, though lengthy, unfolds as a spectacular journey, etching an unforgettable moment for those witnessing its beauty for the first time. Venturing deep into the Serengeti, the significance of its name, translating to "endless plains" in the local language, becomes apparent.
Stretching over a vast expanse of 6,900 square miles (18,000 square km), the park mesmerizes with plains extending seemingly without end, challenging your senses and perception of distances. This unparalleled landscape serves as the stage for the epic great migration, where 2 million wildebeests, accompanied by hundreds of thousands of zebras and various antelopes, create a breathtaking spectacle. The Serengeti is also the realm of choice for majestic big cats and formidable predators—keep a keen eye out for lions, cheetahs, leopards, and hyenas.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
-
Four Seasons Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Central Serengeti National Park and Transfer to Ngorongoro
Central Serengeti National Park and Transfer to Ngorongoro
On this day, we suggest a very early wake-up call, to do an early morning game drive (when the animals are more active) and see one of the best sunrises you'll ever witness.
After the game drive, you will return to the camp for a rewarding brunch. Then, you'll proceed to Ngorongoro, the 8th Wonder of the Natural World. The crater spreads for 102 sq. miles and has 2,000 ft high walls, making it virtually Noah's ark and inhabiting almost every species of wildlife that is indigenous to East Africa. It's one of the very rare locations in the whole continent where you can witness the black rhino. The crater has a river, several swamps, a soda lake with a great concentration of flamingos, a forest, and open plains. It's also famous for its elephants which are the largest in the world and have huge tusks. Ngorongoro Crater is truly a wonder of the natural world.
You will reach Ngorongoro in time for a sundowner.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ngorongoro Lion's Paw Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
You'll embark on an early morning adventure as you descend into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a true marvel of nature. The day unfolds with an extraordinary morning wildlife safari, immersing you in the splendors of one of the most stunning landscapes on Earth. Following this captivating experience, a picturesque picnic lunch awaits by the serene Hippo Lake, providing a moment of tranquillity amidst the wild.
Post-lunch, a brief yet engaging game drive awaits, offering another glimpse into the vibrant ecosystem of the crater. After a game in the afternoon, you'll ascend from the crater depths, bidding farewell to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, and commence your journey back towards Arusha. Anticipate a flexible return, ensuring ample time for any travel arrangements or preferences you may have, whether it be catching a flight or accommodating other considerations.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
