Tracks in the Dust Safari
8 days—Tanzania Safari – Tracks in the Dust
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$4620 USD
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Safari summary
Embark on an adventure linking Rift Valley lakes, volcanic landscapes, and wildlife-rich plains. Explore Lake Manyara’s forests, Lake Natron’s flamingo shores, and the iconic Serengeti across north and central regions. Witness predator action, dramatic vistas, and cultural moments with Maasai communities. Conclude with Ngorongoro’s crater wonder and Tarangire’s thriving elephant ecosystem.
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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| Parks | ||
| Accesibility |
This tour is modifiable for those with limited mobility.
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Bird watching—with professional guide
- Photography safari—with professional guide
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- All drinks
- Internal flights
- Meals
- 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
Arrival in Arusha
Arrive at Kilimanjaro Airport and transfer to your lodge for relaxation. Enjoy the quiet scenery as you unwind from your journey, meet your safari guide, and receive a briefing for the coming adventure through diverse landscapes, wildlife habitats, and cultural regions across northern Tanzania.
Mtoni River Lodge
Arusha- Lake Manyara National Park
Lake Manyara
Travel to Lake Manyara, famous for its tree-climbing lions, hippo pools, flamingos, and dense forests filled with monkeys and birdlife. Experience a scenic game drive between lush groundwater springs and the Rift Valley escarpment. After exploring, continue to your lodge for dinner and sunset views.
Mawe Mawe Lodge
Lake Natron
Head to Lake Natron, a remote volcanic landscape beneath the active Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano. Explore soda flats and flamingo breeding grounds, visit local Maasai communities, and enjoy dramatic sunset views over the Rift Valley. Dinner and relaxation at your lodge overlooking Natron’s surreal salt lake.
Africa Safari Lake Natron Lodge
Lake Natron → Northern Serengeti
Serengeti
Depart early toward the northern Serengeti, observing changing scenery from volcanic desert to wildlife-filled plains. Arrive for an afternoon game drive, searching for wildebeest herds, big cats, giraffes, and elephants. Settle into your tented camp in an untouched wilderness full of predator activity.
Intimate Camp Seronera
Full Day in Northern Serengeti
Serengeti
Spend a full day exploring the northern Serengeti’s dramatic river crossings, vast plains, and roaming predators. Spot lions, crocodiles, hyenas, cheetahs, and plains game along the Mara or Bologonja areas. Enjoy a packed bush lunch before returning to your camp for an evening around the fire.
Intimate Camp Seronera
Central Serengeti National Park
Serengeti
Traverse south to central Serengeti, known for rocky kopjes that shelter lions and leopards. Enjoy game drives across open savannah tracking predators, grazing herds, and birdlife. Stop for a scenic bush lunch before arriving at your camp set deep in the wilderness for dinner and stargazing.
Embalakai Serengeti Camp
Serengeti - Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
Enjoy a final Serengeti morning game drive, then continue to Ngorongoro. Capture panoramic views of the vast crater before heading to your lodge in Karatu. Relax in the cool highland climate and prepare for the crater exploration ahead, surrounded by lush farmlands and forested hills.
Eileen's Trees Inn
Tarangire National Park - Arusha
Tarangire
Drive to Tarangire for a final wildlife experience among elephant herds, baobab trees, and varied plains game. Enjoy a final short game drive before returning to Arusha. Reflect on the dramatic landscapes, wildlife encounters, and cultural impressions that shaped your safari adventure.
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