Early morning pick up from your hotel in Arusha at 8:00am for a drive todrive across the floor of the Great Rift Valley to Lake Manyara National Park. Elephant, giraffe, buffalo, zebra and a variety of antelope inhabit the park as well as a variety of monkeys and a large population of hippo’s. If you are lucky you may see the Manyara lions, well known for their tree climbing habits, lazily resting on the branches of an “Acacia tortilis” tree. The birdlife is also abundant with flamingos, pelicans, hornbills and plenty of forest species.
5 Days Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater & Tarangire Safari
Experience an unforgettable 5-day safari through three of Tanzania’s most spectacular wildlife destinations—Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park. Begin your journey at Lake Manyara National Park, known for its tree-climbing lions, vast flamingo-covered lake, and diverse landscapes, ranging from dense forests to open savannahs. The park is home to elephants, giraffes, hippos, and a variety of bird species, making it a paradise for nature lovers.
Next, explore the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best places to spot the Big Five in their natural habitat. The crater’s lush grasslands and soda lake attract thousands of animals, including black rhinos, buffalos, and lions. Finally, visit Tarangire National Park, famous for its massive elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse wildlife. The park’s Tarangire River provides a vital water source, attracting large concentrations of animals, making for an excellent game-viewing experience. With expert guides, stunning scenery, and comfortable accommodations, this 5-day safari promises an unforgettable African adventure.
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.
Morning hike in the Southern Ngorongoro Conservation Area to the elephant cave and waterfall. In the afternoon visiting the Iraqw tribe cultural centre in Karatu to learn how the tribe protected their cattle from Masai incursions using underground settlements.
After breakfast depart for Tarangire National park, Tanzania’s third largest national park and sanctuary for an unusually large elephant population. Majestic baobab trees are an interesting feature of the park, dwarfing the animals that feed beneath them. Animals concentrate along the Tarangire River, which provides the only permanent water supply in the area. There is a great diversity of wildlife including lion, leopard, cheetah and up to six thousand elephant. Arrive in time for lunch after lunch, afternoon spent game viewing in the park
After early morning breakfast, proceed for your last game drive in the park as you leave for Kilimanjaro or Arusha arriving in the afternoon in time for your onward flight. Alternatively continue to your booked hotel for overnight.
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.
