Chasing the Great Migration
4-Day Northern Safari – Manyara, Serengeti & Ngorongoro with Tanzania Safari Source
$1400-1600 USD
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Safari summary
This 4-day Tanzania Safari Source tour takes you on a thrilling ride through three of the Northern Circuit’s most iconic parks. Start with Lake Manyara’s lush forests and tree climbing lions, then head to the endless plains of the Serengeti, where wildebeest roam and predators follow. End your journey in the awe inspiring Ngorongoro Crater, a natural amphitheater packed with wildlife. With expert guides leading the way, every moment is packed with adventure, scenery, and unforgettable wildlife encounters. Perfect for travelers seeking a quick but rich safari experience.
Along the way, you’ll witness some of Africa’s most spectacular landscapes, from dense forests to sprawling savannahs and dramatic volcanic craters. Each day brings new surprises whether it’s spotting a rare bird, watching a lioness on the hunt, or simply soaking in a breathtaking sunset. This safari is an ideal introduction to Tanzania’s incredible biodiversity and a chance to create lasting memories in the wild. Prepare to be amazed by the raw beauty of the African wilderness and the warmth of the local culture you’ll encounter.
About this tour
Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
Main focus | Game drives | |
Activity level | Easy activity | |
Best months | All months | |
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Bird watching—with professional guide
- Photography safari—with professional guide
- Wildlife sanctuaries
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Alcoholic beverages
- All drinks
- Hot air balloons
- Internal flights
- International flights
- Laundry
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Spa treatments
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Lake Manyara Safari
Lake Manyara
Leave Arusha in the morning and drive to Lake Manyara National Park. Enjoy a game drive through this lush, compact park known for its tree climbing lions, large baboon troops, and beautiful flamingo-lined lake. Explore the groundwater forest and scenic escarpment views before ending the day with a relaxed drive out of the park.
To Serengeti via Highlands
Serengeti
After breakfast, travel through the rolling Ngorongoro Highlands en route to Serengeti National Park. Pass Maasai villages and dramatic landscapes before arriving for an afternoon game drive. Begin tracking wildlife right away look out for lions, elephants, and the sweeping herds of the Great Migration.
Explore Serengeti
Serengeti
Spend the day on safari in the iconic Serengeti plains. Follow the rhythm of the wild as you search for predators, graze alongside wildebeest and zebras, and soak in the sheer scale of this legendary ecosystem. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush and a scenic drive back through the golden savannah.
Crater & Return
Ngorongoro Crater
Start early and head toward Ngorongoro Crater. Descend into the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera for a game drive like no other home to rhinos, lions, elephants, and thousands of grazing animals. After lunch, begin your return drive to Arusha, arriving in the late afternoon.
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