Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorongo Crater National Park, Serengeti National Park & Tarangire National Park (Tanzania)

Lake Manyara is a ground water forest with bush plains, baobab strewn cliffs, and algae streaked hot springs create a beautiful setting for rich wildlife and a huge variety of birds. Ngorongoro Crater is the only park where people and animals live side by side. Serengeti National Park is most famous for its annual migration of white-bearded wildebeest and zebra. Tarangine National Park contains hundreds of bird species and the largest variety of African animals. This includes the famous tree climbing lions in the baobab trees.

Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorongo Crater National Park, Serengeti National Park & Tarangire National Park

Itinerary and Details

Day 1:

Our professional safari driver will pick you up from your hotel in Arusha and bring you to your safari briefing.  After this short introduction you will be on your way. From Arusha you will enjoy a short scenic drive providing breathtaking views of the Tanzania landscape.

Upon arriving at Lake Manyara National Park you will begin seeing the wide variety of animals on your safari game drive.  This park offers designated areas where you will be able to enjoy a picnic lunch right out in the open. After lunch it is time to continue with the safari game drive. The park is famous for its tree-climbing lions and vast elephant herds. The shores of the lake, lined with pink flamingo, attract more than 400 species of birds. Large herds of buffalo, cheetah, Masai giraffe and impala roam the lake shores and valley slopes.

After the drive you will check in to your accommodation where you will have time to relax before an authentic African dinner. After dinner there will be a bonfire where you can meet other travelers and swap stories about your safari adventure. Then it is off to bed for a good night’s sleep.

Day 2:

Today you will begin early. After a full breakfast, it is off for a morning safari game drive at a new park. All the animals are out in the morning, searching for breakfast, so it is the perfect time for your drive. The abundance of animals at Ngorongoro Crater makes it possible for you to see the greatest variety of African wildlife. During the drive, your guide will introduce you to the lifestyle and behaviors of each animal you see and answer any questions you have. [Optional: Visit the Masai village and discover how this tribe lives in harmony with the animals. See how these people live and participate with them as they share their culture with you.]

This park offers designated areas where you will be able to enjoy a picnic lunch right out in the open. After lunch it is time to head to Serengeti National Park. Upon arrival you will check into your accommodations and then head right out for an evening safari game drive. At Serengeti National Park the landscape is dominated by open woodlands and hills. This is one of the best places to find elephant, giraffe and dik dik.

Upon returning to your accommodations for dinner there will be a bonfire where you can meet other travelers and swap stories about your safari adventure. Then it is off to bed for a good night’s sleep.

Day 3:

After a big breakfast you will head out for a full day safari game drive. One the many features that makes the Serengeti National Park so unique, is that it has been recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site for its biodiversity and ecological significance. This park is also home to numerous Nile crocodile and honey badger. During the drive, your guide will introduce you to the lifestyle and behaviors of each animal you see and answer any questions you have. This park offers designated areas where you will be able to enjoy a picnic lunch right out in the open. After lunch it is time to continue with the safari game drive.

After the drive you will return to your accommodation for a well-earned rest before enjoying another an authentic African dinner. After dinner there will be a bonfire where you can meet other travelers and swap stories about your safari adventure. Then it is off to bed for a good night’s sleep.

Day 4:

After a full breakfast it is off for a morning game drive for one last adventure at Serengeti National Park. Once again, this park offers designated areas where you will be able to enjoy a picnic lunch right out in the open. After lunch it is time to head to the next park.

Upon arriving at Tarangire National Park you will check in to your accommodation where you will have time to relax before an authentic African dinner. After dinner there will be free time where you can meet other travelers and swap stories about your safari adventure. Then it is off to bed for a good night’s sleep.

Day 5:

After breakfast you will go on your last game drive of the trip. Tarangire National Park is a gorgeous reserve celebrated for its millions of ancient baobab trees, creating one of the most dramatic landscapes imaginable. With a permanent water source, the Tarangine National Park is virtually guaranteed enormous herds and excellent game viewing including cheetah, lion (some tree-climbing!), leopard and hyena and a herd of 3,500 elephants. The park is also host to a number of rare species including eland, oryx, kudu and gerenuk.

Following the drive, you will head back to Arusha you will stop at the town of Karatu for lunch. Our driver will deliver you back to your hotel where you can say your goodbyes.

Included in this package:

• 5 Extensive Game drives
• Pre–tour itinerary document
• All meals included while on safari
• All applicable Game Park entrance fees
• Guaranteed window seating with open top
• Safari vehicles carry cold drinks and mineral water
• Finest accommodations
• Round trip transport from Arusha
• Guaranteed departures for two or more passengers booking this safari
• Multi-lingual Professional Safari Guide/ Driver

Optional Additions:

• Overnight accommodations in Arusha
• Masai Village tour

Not Included:

• Gratuities for your driver/guide
• Transportation to and from Arusha
• Passports, Visas, health documents and other government requirements
• Meals not listed in the itinerary

Package Price:

Contact us today with your accommodation preference (camping or lodge) and optional interests so we can arrange the best price for you.