Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire - This holiday in Tanzania will have you discovering the natural spectacles of this country's abundant wildlife and stunning terrain. Be greeted by great baobab trees, delight in spotting tree-climbing lions, marvel at the vastness of the plains, descend onto the crater floor and witness carnivores hunting. Say hello to the Big Five - lion, leopard, rhino, buffalo and elephant.
Itinerary
Day 1 Lake Manyara
The tour starts with lunch in Arusha town. At 1400hrs, we set out for Lake Manyara. Embark on an afternoon game drive in the lake’s National Park. Inhabitants include hippos, elephant, buffalo, monkeys, flamingos and other varieties of birdlife. Dinner and overnight at the Serena Lodge, where you can enjoy panoramic views of the glittering lake.
Day 2 Serengeti
After an early breakfast, drive to Serengeti National Park. After lunch at the Serena Lodge, the afternoon is spent game viewing in the endless plains of the Serengeti. Awaiting you there, is the chance to see the great herds of wildebeest, zebras and gazelles or a pride of lions lounging in the shade. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight where you will marvel at the panoramic views of the great plains.
Day 3 Ngorongoro
Depart for an early morning game drive, returning to the lodge for breakfast. Mid morning, we will depart for Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Lunch will be served upon arrival at Ngorongoro Serena lodge. This afternoon, you will descend over 600 metres to the floor of the crater for a half day crater tour. Explore the forest areas that are inhabited by monkeys and elephants, the lake area, where you may see the flamingos, and the open savannah where the lions hunt for food. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Day 4 Tarangire
After breakfast, we depart for Tarangire National Park arriving in time for lunch and an afternoon of game viewing. Greet lesser kudu, eland, gerenuk and elephants in this beautiful park, spy on tree-climbing lions, chat back to over 300 species of birds, and delight in the multitude of baobab trees. Dinner and overnight at the Tarangire Sopa Lodge.
Day 5 Depart
Enjoy an early morning game drive in the Tarangire National Park. Breakfast at the lodge, followed by the drive back to Arusha with game viewing en route. Lunch in Arusha town.
Includes meals as listed, accommodations, park entry fees, all activities listed, return ground transport, and services of driver/guide. Not included are tips, souvenirs, all beverages and items of a personal nature.
