Early morning pick up from your hotel in Arusha at 8:00am for a drive to Lake Manyara National Park takes about 4 hours. After having a picnic lunch in Manyara, you start a late afternoon game drive, which is the best time to view animals in this park. When you approach it from the east, the Rift Valley escarpment looms on the horizon forming an impressive backdrop to the lake. In the tall trees of the ground water forest, monkeys leap from branch to branch, and on the escarpment, elephants stand in the shade. Other animals frequently seen are zebras, impalas, monkeys, giraffes, buffalos, hippos, and others.
4 Days Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater & Serengeti Safari
Embark on an unforgettable 4-day safari exploring three of Tanzania’s most spectacular wildlife destinations—Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, and Serengeti National Park. Your adventure begins in Lake Manyara National Park, a hidden gem known for its tree-climbing lions, vast flamingo populations, and diverse landscapes, ranging from lush forests to open savannahs and the beautiful soda lake.
Next, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best places in Africa to spot the Big Five in their natural habitat. The crater’s unique ecosystem is home to an abundance of wildlife, including black rhinos, elephants, lions, and hippos. Finally, head to the world-famous Serengeti National Park, where endless plains set the stage for thrilling game drives and encounters with wildebeests, zebras, and big cats. With expert guides, stunning landscapes, and comfortable accommodations, this 4-day safari offers an unparalleled African wildlife experience.
Itinerary Details
After breakfast, depart for the Ngorongoro crater for a full afternoon of tracking game with your guide on the crater floor. You will break for your picnic lunch at the Ngoitoktok springs picnic site. All the big five may be seen. Other species encountered are cheetah, grant’s and Thompson’s gazelle, common zebra, wildbeest and the spotted hyena. Flamingos may also be seen at the Crater Lake.
Leave ngorongoro after breakfast for Serengeti via Oldupai Gorge takes 3 to 4 hours. Olduvai Gorge is an archaeological site located in the eastern Serengeti plains, in which early human fossils were first discovered. It has an amazing landscape that resulted from the same tectonic forces that created the Great Rift Valley millions of years ago. Arrive in time for lunch after lunch proceed for afternoon game drive in this unique park to see the many animals.
Early morning game drive later return to your lodge for Breakfast. After breakfast check out with a short game drive en-route off Serengeti National park and drive to Arusha, drop off at your respective hotel or Airport.
Included in the Safari Cost
- Arrival & Departure airport transfers complementary to all our clients.
- Transportation as per itinerary.
- Accommodation per itinerary or similar with a request to all our clients.
- Meals as per itinerary B=Breakfast, L=Lunch and D=Dinner.
- Services literate English driver/guide.
- National park & game reserve entrance fees as per itinerary.
- Excursions & activities as per itinerary with a request
- Recommended Mineral Water while on safari.
Excluded in the Safari Cost
- Visas and related costs.
- Personal Taxes.
- Drinks, tips, laundry, telephone calls and other items of a personal nature.
- International flights.
