Overview
Manyara, Ngorongoro and Serengeti.
The four-day safari itinerary will take you to the pink flamingoes of Lake
Manyara, the herds of wildebeest and zebra on the savannahs of the
Serengeti, and drive into the majestic Ngorongoro Crater. You are sure to see
The Big Five of Africa (Elephant, Buffalo, Leopard, Rhino, and Lion), as well as
many other animals and wildlife during this trip.
Tour Highlights
- Departure and Return Place:
We can start/end this tour from any hotel in Moshi, Arusha, or from Kilimanjaro International Airport. Dress Code:
Casual. Comfortable athletic clothing, a hat, and spare clothing.Customizations:
Can be amended/customized upon request to suit your requirements.Extensions:
Trip extensions are available on request.Season:
The dry season (from late June to October) offers the best wildlife viewing in general, with the wildebeest migration as its absolute highlight.The timing of the migration varies every year (best chance to see it: June and July)
Wildebeest calving takes place from late January to February.
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What to Expect on Tour
- You will experience the excitement of game viewing in some of the most spectacular national wildlife game parks in Africa.
Look out over incredible views of the Ngorongoro Crater.
Witness the annual Great Migration of a million wildebeest and zebra crossing the open plains of the Serengeti.
ITINERARY
Arrival
You will be picked up at the Kilimanjaro International Airport and transferred to your
arranged hotel in Arusha town. You will meet your guide, who will brief you on your
Africa Safari tour. You will spend the rest of your time at your leisure and in relaxation.
Day 1 Arusha – Lake Manyara National Park
After a short briefing in the morning, you set off to the Lake Manyara National Park. The
small park stretches along the 600 m high Rift Valley Escarpment and is dominated by
the alkaline Lake Manyara. It is here where thousands of flamingos seem to colour the
shallow waters pink. Many water birds gather at the lake, and more than 400 bird
species are found in the park. The diverse vegetation provides a habitat for many
animals such as monkeys in the forest, giraffes and antelopes on the grasslands and
elephants around the acacia trees. If you are very lucky, you might also see the Manyara
lions, lounging in the trees. In the late afternoon, you will leave the Lake Manyara
National Park and head to the Kudu Lodge, where you will spend the night.
Accommodation
Mid-range Karatu Simba lodge / Kudu Lodge
Lunch and Dinner
Day 2 Lake Manyara Area – Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, you will drive towards the fertile crater highlands where the Iraqw people
grow wheat, corn and coffee. You will pass the Ngorongoro Crater before you reach the
plains of the Serengeti National Park around midday. The Serengeti is the largest park
in Tanzania and has a diversity of habitats and landscapes including short grass plains,
savannah, thick bush, swamps, mountains and lakes. Bizarre rock formations called
Kopjes dot the grassy landscape where predators are often seen. Depending on the
season, you will witness the migration of thousands of animals, which this park is famous
for. During the short rainy season in November and December, the herds move from the
hills in the north to the plains in the south. During the longer rainy season from April to
June they return up north. This circle of life is completely dependent on the yearly
rainfalls, and the locations of the herds may vary from year to year, but your guide will
know where to find the animals and where to see them best
Accommodation
Midrange Katikati tented camp, Sound of silence
Budget Nyani Camp
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 3 Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Dawn is a good time to watch wildlife and so you will be up early to join an early
morning game drive. You will return to the camp for breakfast before heading out for
another game drive in the park. Here in the Seronera region, you will often see
wildebeests and zebras nearby of lions and other predators such as leopards
and cheetahs. After a picnic lunch, you will continue your journey towards the
Ngorongoro Crater. Once you have reached the crater rim, you will enjoy fantastic views
of this 600 m deep collapsed volcano.
Accommodation
Midrange Anga’ta tented lodge, Farm Valley
Budget Simba camp
Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
After an early breakfast, you will drive down the steep and narrow road that takes you into the Ngorongoro Crater. The slopes are forested, but soon the landscape transitions into expansive savannah.
Here, the wildlife is truly breathtaking. With a bit of luck, you may observe the Big Five—lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, and leopard—within just a few hours. You should also encounter warthogs, wildebeests, zebras, hippos, and some of the more than 500 bird species in the area.
After a morning of game viewing and a picnic lunch, you will leave the crater in the early afternoon and drive back to Arusha, arriving in the early evening.
On the way, we will stop by a Maasai Village to learn more about their culture and daily life. After participating in the Maasai activities, we will continue our journey back to Arusha.
Accommodation:
Palace Hotel
Arusha Planet Lodge.
Note: The following morning, transport will pick you up according to your schedule to take you to the airport.
Pricing Includes
- All the mentioned safari activities
Air ambulance service by AMREF Flying Doctors
Airport pick-up and drop-off transfers
Hotel accommodations according to the itinerary
Transportation in a 4×4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof for easy game viewing and photography
All park fees
All meals according to the itinerary
Bottled water throughout the tour
Binoculars (1 per vehicle)
Medical kit
18% VAT on tour fees and services
Crew salaries
Pricing Excludes
- Air tickets
Visa fees
Travel insurance
Tips to your safari guide ($20–$35 per day per car)
Other optional activities
Personal expenses
