Great Escape Trails

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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

Tarangire National Park

Tarangire National Park

After a morning safari briefing, you will head to Tarangire National Park. This national park is characterized by its giant baobab trees, bush savannah, and seasonal marshes, creating a stunning landscape. The park is renowned as one of the best places to see elephants up close. In addition to elephants, you can also spot buffaloes, zebras, and wildebeests, which are often closely followed by various predators, including lions. While leopards can occasionally be seen, cheetahs are quite rare. From the open roof of the safari Jeep, you will have the opportunity to take in the beautiful scenery and observe the wildlife. In the late afternoon, you will leave the park and drive to the lodge to spend the night.

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:
Tarangire Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Tarangire National Park

Tarangire National Park

Today, you have a full day to explore Tarangire National Park. This surprisingly large park boasts an incredible diversity of wildlife, landscapes, and vegetation, and many visitors are truly amazed by its beauty. Spending the day discovering the peaceful animal hiding spots known to our guides will be a rewarding experience you won't regret! In the late afternoon, you will drive to Mbulu Plateau for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Tarangire National Park
Accommodation:
Marera Valley Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Lake Manyara National Park

Lake Manyara National Park

This morning, after breakfast, you will travel approximately one hour to Lake Manyara National Park. Spend the afternoon on a game drive in Manyara, known as one of Tanzania's hidden gems. The park is famous for its tree-climbing lions and large herds of elephants, which are often not shy and may come right up to the vehicle. After your game drive, you will undertake the short journey to Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay.

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:
Marera Valley Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Manyara NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Karatu to Serengeti National Park

Karatu to Serengeti National Park

Start your journey in Karatu and travel through the Ngorongoro Highlands to the Serengeti, which takes approximately four hours. Along the way, you have the option to stop at Olduvai Gorge, one of the most remarkable archaeological sites in the world. During the migration season, the Serengeti is home to millions of wildebeest, and across the vast flat plains, you are likely to spot lions, cheetahs, leopards, hyenas and various smaller predators. Enjoy a game drive on your way to the camp, and experience the unique adventure of sleeping in the heart of the Serengeti.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)
High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)
Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon
LionCommon
CheetahCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
Show more
GiraffeCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Zawadi Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

You have a full day to explore the Serengeti. Your guide will select the best wildlife viewing locations based on the time of year. During October, the northern Serengeti is typically home to the famous migration of wildebeest and zebra. If you are in the right place at the right time, you might be fortunate enough to witness them crossing the river into Kenya, which is an unforgettable sight!

You can participate in a hot air balloon safari and a bush breakfast. After a short siesta, you can continue with a late afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight accommodations will be at the camp.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Zawadi Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Ngorongoro Highlands

Ngorongoro Highlands

This morning, you will continue with more game drives in the Serengeti. At noon, you will depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. During your journey to the park gate, you will have the opportunity for additional game viewing before leaving Serengeti National Park in the early afternoon. Once you reach the edge of the Ngorongoro Crater, you will be greeted by a breathtaking view of the giant caldera below. Dinner and overnight accommodation will be at a hotel.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Highlands
Accommodation:
Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

This morning, rise and shine! After enjoying breakfast at daybreak, you will drive down into the crater. This massive collapsed volcano is home to over 25,000 mammals, including the Big Five—lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, and leopard—as well as spotted hyenas, rare wild dogs, and some of the more than 500 bird species in the area.

You will head to Arusha or the airport after an extensive game drive and a picnic lunch.

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
Show more
ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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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