Friendship African Adventure Safari

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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

Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park

Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park

We can meet early in the morning on the day of departure or pick you up from your hotel in Arusha.

From there, you will drive to Lake Manyara National Park for a game drive. Although it is one of Tanzania's smaller parks, it offers a rewarding and diverse safari experience. The lakeshore at Manyara is abundant with birdlife, and while you are birdwatching, you might even spot one of the elusive tree-climbing lions. The park also has a surprising number of large mammals, including elephants and buffalos.

Lunch will be served at a picnic site in Lake Manyara National Park.

You will enjoy dinner and spend the night at Escarpment Luxury Lodge Manyara.

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:
Escarpment Luxury Lodge Manyara
  • Luxury lodge located on the escarpment above Lake Manyara NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Karatu to Ndutu

Karatu to Ndutu

We begin the day with an early morning game drive in Ngorongoro Crater. The crater walls create a natural sanctuary for wildlife, providing ample opportunities to see lions, elephants, buffalo and rhinos.

At noon, we will head to Ndutu. This area offers fantastic opportunities for game drives, especially in the afternoon. You can expect to encounter various wildlife, including wildebeests, zebras, and predators like lions and cheetahs.

We will continue our game drive until sunset, followed by dinner and an overnight stay at Ndutu Safari Lodge.

Main Destination:
Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)
Accommodation:
Ndutu Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Ndutu

Ndutu

Embark on a full-day game drive around the Ndutu area. During the calving season, you may have the chance to witness wildebeest calves being born, experiencing the circle of life and the dynamics of predator-prey interactions.

Visit Lake Ndutu, where you can spot a wide variety of wildlife, including impalas, crocodiles, hippos, and members of the Big Five.

Enjoy dinner and overnight accommodations at Ndutu Safari Lodge.

Main Destination:
Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)
Accommodation:
Ndutu Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Ndutu to Central Serengeti National Park

Ndutu to Central Serengeti National Park

Drive to Central Serengeti National Park for a full day of exploration. The Serengeti is renowned for its resident animals, including large prides of lions. Our guides will select the best spotting locations based on the time of year, allowing us to spend time at the hippo pool to observe these majestic creatures lounging in the cool water, cohabitating peacefully with crocodiles.

Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge.

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 Serena Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Seronera to Arusha

Seronera to Arusha

We begin the day with an early morning game drive before departing for the Seronera airstrip. Your flight to Arusha is scheduled to leave at 11:00am.

Upon arrival at Arusha Airport around noon, you will be met and transferred to Forest Hill Hotel for lunch. After lunch, you will be transferred to Arusha Airport or Kilimanjaro International Airport for your next destination.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
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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