Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, and Serengeti Safari
Day 1: Arusha To Lake Manyara National Park (Flamingo Coastline)
Depart from Arusha and drive to Lake Manyara National Park, approximately 2.5 hours away. Enjoy a game drive through lush groundwater forests, acacia woodlands, and lakeshore plains. Look out for tree-climbing lions, elephants, flamingos, and monkeys. Enjoy your bush lunch inside the park before driving out toward your accommodation for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.
Main Destination: Lake Manyara National Park
Accommodation: Farm of Dreams Lodge
- Mid-range lodge located less than 1 hour's drive from Lake Manyara NP
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (other drinks not included)
Day 2: Karatu to Ngorongoro Crater (Crater Tour)
After an early breakfast, depart Karatu for an unforgettable adventure into the iconic Ngorongoro Crater, the world's largest intact volcanic caldera and a wildlife haven. Descend into the crater for a thrilling game drive across its breathtaking landscapes, home to the Big Five, hippos, flamingos, and more.
Enjoy a scenic picnic lunch in the heart of the crater before ascending and heading back to Karatu. Arrive in the evening at Farm of Dreams Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay as you recharge for tomorrow's epic journey into the Serengeti wilderness.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation: Farm of Dreams Lodge
- Mid-range lodge located 1-2 hours' drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (other drinks not included)
Day 3: Drive from Karatu to Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, depart Karatu for the legendary Serengeti National Park, travelling through the scenic Ngorongoro highlands. Enjoy game viewing along the way as the landscape opens into the vast Serengeti plains.
Upon arrival, begin your first game drive in this iconic park, home to incredible wildlife and dramatic landscapes. In the evening, arrive at your lodge or camp for dinner and an overnight stay, surrounded by the wild sounds of the African savannah.
Main Destination: Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Central Serengeti Luxury Camp
- Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (other drinks not included)
Day 4: Full-Day Game Drive In Serengeti (Predator Territory)
Today is all about safari at its finest. Spend the day tracking lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, and herds of wildebeest across the endless plains. Enjoy lunch at the picnic site before continuing with your afternoon game drive until evening. Witness predator-prey interactions and soak in the timeless rhythm of Serengeti life. Later in the evening, drive back to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.
Main Destination: Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Central Serengeti Luxury Camp
- Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (other drinks not included)
Day 5: Scenic Drive Back To Arusha (Farewell Tanzania)
After a short morning drive and a relaxed breakfast at the lodge, begin your scenic overland journey back to Arusha. The drive takes approximately 7-8 hours, passing through diverse landscapes, Maasai villages, and open plains, offering one last glimpse of Tanzania's natural beauty.
Arrive in Arusha by early evening for your onward departure or an optional Zanzibar beach extension. Tanzania has filled your heart - Karibu Tena! (Welcome Again!).
Main Destination: Arusha Airport (Arusha)
Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
- Breakfast & lunch (dinner not included)
- Drinking water (other drinks not included)
