$1,100 to $1,155 pp (USD)
2 travelers on Start dateArusha to Lake Manyara National Park
Your safari begins with a drive from your hotel in Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park, a small but diverse park known for its beautiful lake, tree-climbing lions, and vast birdlife. Upon arrival, you’ll embark on a game drive along the shores of Lake Manyara, where you can spot flamingos, hippos, and a variety of waterbirds. In the surrounding forests, keep an eye out for elephants, buffaloes, and the famous tree-climbing lions. After a day of exploring, you’ll set up camp near the park, where you’ll enjoy a peaceful night under the stars.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, you’ll depart for the world-renowned Serengeti National Park. The drive takes you through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with stunning views of the highlands and wildlife along the way. Upon reaching the Serengeti, you’ll embark on an afternoon game drive, exploring the endless savannahs teeming with wildlife, including lions, leopards, cheetahs, and large herds of wildebeest and zebras. As the sun sets over the plains, you’ll arrive at your campsite in the heart of the Serengeti, where you’ll enjoy a true wilderness experience.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Serengeti - overnight at Ngorongoro crater Rim
Rise early for a sunrise game drive in the Serengeti, when predators are most active and the park is alive with wildlife. After breakfast, you’ll continue your game drive as you journey towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. In the afternoon, you’ll arrive at the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, offering breathtaking views of the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera. You’ll set up camp at the crater rim, where the cool mountain air and panoramic views make for an unforgettable evening.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Ngorongoro Crater
Today, you’ll descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day safari within this UNESCO World Heritage Site. The crater is home to an incredibly diverse array of wildlife, including elephants, rhinos, lions, buffaloes, and flamingos. The dense animal population within the crater makes it one of the best places for game viewing in Africa. Enjoy a picnic lunch by the crater’s soda lake and continue exploring the different habitats, from open grasslands to wetlands. After a day of exciting game viewing, you’ll ascend the crater and travel to your next campsite near Tarangire National Park.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Tarangire National Park - Arusha
Your final day begins with a game drive through Tarangire National Park, known for its large herds of elephants and iconic baobab trees. As you explore the park’s diverse landscapes, you’ll have the chance to see elephants, giraffes, zebras, and various predators like lions and leopards. Tarangire’s swamps and woodlands are also home to a wide variety of birdlife. After a full morning of game viewing, you’ll enjoy lunch in the park before beginning your journey back to Arusha, where your unforgettable 5-day safari comes to an end. Drop-off at your hotel in Arusha.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks: