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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park

Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park

Arusha to Lake Manyara - 2-Hour Transfer

Following breakfast, our experienced safari guide will meet you at your hotel in Arusha and escort you on a scenic 2-hour drive to Lake Manyara National Park. Upon arrival, you will embark on an exciting game drive, followed by a delightful picnic lunch in the park. After game drives, you will be transferred to your accommodation in Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay.

Activities: Game Drives

Lake Manyara is renowned for its exceptional biodiversity, offering a unique mix of diverse ecosystems, including lake, forest, and grassland environments. The park is famous for its tree-climbing lions, a rare behavior attributed to the wet, soft soil caused by underground springs. In addition to its lion population, the park is home to a wide range of wildlife, including primates, a variety of bird species, and large mammals.

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
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LionOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Manyara NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Karatu to Serengeti National Park

Karatu to Serengeti National Park

Karatu to Serengeti - 4-Hour Transfer
After breakfast, you will depart from Karatu village and enter the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. You will drive through the stunning Ngorongoro Highlands, heading toward the Serengeti gate. Upon arrival, you will begin your game drive, which will continue for the next two days.

Activities: Game Drives

Serengeti National Park is one of Africa's most renowned wildlife reserves, spanning over 15,000 square kilometers of expansive savannah. The park is home to an incredible array of wildlife, including lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, elephants, and many other iconic species.

Main Destination:
Central 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
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GiraffeCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Serengeti Kifaru Tented Lodge
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Central Serengeti National Park

Central Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, you will proceed for a game drive inside Serengeti National Park.

Activities: game drive.

Serengeti Park is the most famous park in of all Africa, with more than 15,000 square kilometers of savannah full of lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, elephants, and many other wild animals.

Main Destination:
Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Serengeti Kifaru Tented Lodge
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Serengeti National Park to Karatu

Serengeti National Park to Karatu

Serengeti - Karatu 3 hours transfer.

After breakfast, you will go on one last game drive in the Serengeti and eat a picnic lunch before making your way to Karatu for your overnight stay.

Activities: game drive.

Serengeti National Park is the most famous park in of all Africa, with more than 15,000 square kilometers of savannah full of lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, elephants, and many other wild animals.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located near Karatu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport

Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport

Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport about 3hrs. Transfer

After breakfast, you will depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a captivating game drive. You'll enjoy a scenic picnic lunch within the crater before returning to either Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport where your safari ends.

Activities: game drive.

The Ngorongoro Crater is a must-see while on safari in Tanzania for its high density of wild animals. The Ngorongoro Conservation Area is a conservation project where the Maasai and their livestock live together with wild animals.

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.
  • A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
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