Itinerary

1. Arusha - Lake manyara

   • Head out to Lake Manyara early. Arriving with plenty of time for an afternoon game drive. 

   • Visit the large alkaline soda lake which is home to the pink flamingo, yellow-billed stork, and heron.

   • Get a chance to see tree-climbing lions, which are unique to this national park with your Tanzanian safari guide.

   • Watch out for some fun, and antics from the local baboon population; this area is believed to have the largest number of primates in the world.

2. Lake manyara - ngorongoro

   • After an early breakfast, drive to the fascinating wildlife arena of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a “must-see” safari destination. See all of the ‘Big Five’ (buffalo, elephant, rhino, lion, and leopard) in a single day. 

   • Drive through the Ngorongoro Highlands with your Tanzania safari guide, and you will arrive at the crater rim and then descend down 610 m (2000 feet) onto its floor to start your safari extravaganza.

3. NGORONGORO - Tarangire national park - arusha

   • Head out for Tarangire National Park- a must for avid birdwatchers, that boasts of over 550 different bird species including the Kori Bustard, the heaviest flying bird in the World.

   • Watch as the Tarangire River runs through the park attracting a huge number of elephants, buffaloes, giraffe, and antelopes, particularly in the dry season between June to October.

   • See large herds of elephants roaming through Tarangire’s savannah grasses or taking shade under the odd-looking “upside-down trees” (baobab) that are present around the park with your Tanzanian safari guide. 

   • Return to Arusha.