Big Five Tanzania Adventure
8 days—Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire
$2740-5002 USD
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Safari summary
Don’t just visit Tanzania – experience it. This 8-day Safari will have you falling in love with the landscapes and wildlife of Africa.
You’ll have a chance to not just see these famous national parks, but enjoy morning walking tours and add-on day hikes, as well.
Safari Type: Mid-Range options available
Destinations:
Manyara National Park
Serengeti National Park
Ngorongoro Crater
Tarangire National Park
Arrival: Arusha, Tanzania/ Kilimanjaro Int. Airport
Departure: Arusha, Tanzania/ Kilimanjaro Int. Airport
About this tour
| Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
| Main focus | Game drives | |
| Activity level | Easy activity | |
| Best months | All months | |
| Countries | ||
| Parks |
Fine details
Safari highlights
- Bird watching—with professional guide
- Wildlife sanctuaries
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Alcoholic beverages
- Hot air balloons
- International flights
- Laundry
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Spa treatments
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Day 1: Manyara National Park
Lake Manyara
Your driver will pick your group up from your Arusha-area accommodations in the morning, and head directly to Lake Manyara National Park. Top Attractions: Tree-climbing lions, giraffes, and excellent bird viewing also offers sightings of elephants and zebras . We do offer airport pick-ups and transfers. Please reach out to learn about starting this itinerary a day early, with accommodations included. Half Board: Lunch, dinner and overnight included.
Farm of Dreams Lodge
Day 2: Serengeti National Park
Serengeti
In the early morning, depart for Serengeti National Park via Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The drive meanders through the grassy highlands of Ngorongoro, and wildlife sightings of zebras, giraffes and other herbivores are common. Option to pause at Olduvai Gorge, a famous site where Louis and Mary Leakey made world-changing discovery. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the Ndutu area of Serengeti and take in an afternoon game drive around Serengeti. Full Board: all meals and overnight included.
Shuhudia Adventures
Day 3: Serengeti National Park
Serengeti
Begin with an early morning game drive through Serengeti National Park. Serengeti National Park is Tanzania’s largest park in the Northern Circuit. Travelers hoping to witness the incredible wildebeest migration over the Grumeti or Mara Rivers should plan for several days in the Serengeti. Also no matter what time of the year you visit Serengeti you have a good chance at spotting all of Africa’s Big Five. Full Board: all meals and overnight included.
Sero Tented Camps
Day 4: Serengeti National Park
Serengeti
A final full-day in the Serengeti. Depending on the time of year, you might see the largest migration of animals at the Grumeti River Crossing, or track lions in the “Big Cat Capital’ of Lobo Valley. Check out the interactive Visitor’s Center in the Seronera area or head to Moru Kopjes to look for Black Rhinos. Full Board: all meals and overnight included.
Sero Tented Camps
Day 5: Serengeti to Ngorongoro
Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, begin the drive out of Serengeti. You will drive through breath-taking landscapes as you head to the Ngorongoro Conservation area, and will likely spot herds of grazing animals such as gazelles, zebras and elands as you drive. Option to add a day hike to view the beautiful Olmoti Crater (approx 1-2 hrs hike), and stretch your legs. Additional fees may apply. Full Board: all meals and overnight included camp inside the crater.
Embalakai Camps
Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
After an early breakfast, drive back to Ngorongoro and descend into the famous Ngorongoro Crater. Stop at the viewpoint to look down into the crater from above, then enjoy a full morning of animal viewing. Animals you might spot include the endangered Black Rhino, prides of Crater lions, and Forest Elephants. Drive out of the Crater in the late afternoon. Option to add a day hike. Empakai Crater, a 2-3 hours trek offers scenic views Full Board: all meals and overnight included.
Farm of dreams Lodge
Day 7: Tarangire National Park
Tarangire
After breakfast, depart to Tarangire National Park on a scenic route passing through parts of Africa’s Great Rift Valley. This park is famous for it’s large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. The Tarangire River attracts animals year-round, making this a favorite park during the dry seasons. Full Board: all meals and overnight included. ( Camp inside the Park ) Top Attractions: East Africa’s largest herds of elephants are found within Tarangire Park.
Tarangire Safari Lodge
Day 8: Tarangire park to Arusha
Tarangire
Start your morning with breakfast and a half-day game drive in Tarangire National Park. Explore areas of the park you didn’t get to visit the day before, and you may spot lions and cheetahs during your drive. In the afternoon, return to Arusha, with options to stop at gift shops and art galleries along the way. Depending on your plans you may stay a night or transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
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