Itinerary

1. Day 1: Tarangire National Park

   • Tarangire National Park is renowned for its high concentration of elephants, which are often found in large herds, particularly during the dry season. The park also boasts stunning baobab trees that create an iconic African landscape. Tarangire is less crowded than other parks, making it a peaceful, immersive safari experience.
   • Morning: Your day begins with an early departure from Arusha (around 7:00 AM), where you'll drive about 2–3 hours to Tarangire. 
   • Upon arrival, you will start your game drive through the park, encountering elephants, zebras, giraffes, wildebeests, and various bird species, including the rare ostriches and vultures. Tarangire is a birdwatcher’s paradise, especially with migratory species.
   • Midday: Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park, with options to take a break and relax at designated picnic spots or head to a nearby lodge if you prefer a more comfortable setting.
   • Afternoon: Continue with an afternoon game drive, exploring the different habitats in the park. Tarangire is characterized by swampy areas, river systems, and open plains, providing a mix of environments to observe the diverse wildlife. 
   • You might also spot predators such as lions and leopards, as well as various types of antelopes.
   • Evening: After a full day of exploration, head to your accommodation, which could be a lodge or tented camp either inside or near the park. You’ll have time to relax and enjoy dinner while reflecting on the day's adventures.

2. Day 2: Lake Manyara National Park

   • Lake Manyara National Park is famous for its unique combination of wildlife and dramatic landscapes. 
   • The park is located on the edge of the Great Rift Valley and features diverse ecosystems, from lush rainforests to the alkaline lake that gives the park its name. 
   • The park is also known for its impressive birdlife, especially flamingos, and the rare tree-climbing lions.
   • Morning: After an early breakfast, you’ll drive from Tarangire to Lake Manyara National Park, taking around 1.5 hours. Upon arrival, you’ll begin a morning game drive around the park’s forested areas and the lake’s shores. Here, you may spot herds of buffalo, zebras, giraffes, and various bird species, including pelicans and storks. Lake Manyara's alkaline waters attract large flocks of flamingos, especially during the dry season, creating a spectacular sight.
   • Midday: As with the previous day, you can enjoy a picnic lunch or head to a lodge or camp for a more formal meal. There are several good spots to take in the scenery while recharging.
   • Afternoon: Continue exploring the park’s wildlife and diverse landscapes. Lake Manyara offers some of the best views of the Great Rift Valley escarpment, and you can observe the famous tree-climbing lions the park is known for. 
   • These lions have adapted to the park's unique environment, often seen lounging in the branches of acacia trees, though sightings can be rare. The park is also home to primates like baboons and monkeys, along with a range of herbivores and predators.
   • Evening: In the late afternoon, after your game drive, you will depart from Lake Manyara and head back to Arusha, which takes about 2 hours. 
   • The safari will conclude in the evening, and you’ll be dropped off at your accommodation in Arusha or a nearby airport, depending on your travel plans.
   • Lake Manyara National Park is famous for its unique combination of wildlife and dramatic landscapes. The park is located on the edge of the Great Rift Valley and features diverse ecosystems, from lush rainforests to the alkaline lake that gives the park its name. The park is also known for its impressive birdlife, especially flamingos, and the rare tree-climbing lions.
   • Morning: After an early breakfast, you’ll drive from Tarangire to Lake Manyara National Park, taking around 1.5 hours. Upon arrival, you’ll begin a morning game drive around the park’s forested areas and the lake’s shores. 
   • Here, you may spot herds of buffalo, zebras, giraffes, and various bird species, including pelicans and storks. Lake Manyara's alkaline waters attract large flocks of flamingos, especially during the dry season, creating a spectacular sight.
   • Midday: As with the previous day, you can enjoy a picnic lunch or head to a lodge or camp for a more formal meal. There are several good spots to take in the scenery while recharging.
   • Afternoon: Continue exploring the park’s wildlife and diverse landscapes. Lake Manyara offers some of the best views of the Great Rift Valley escarpment, and you can spend time observing the famous tree-climbing lions that the park is known for.
   • These lions have adapted to the park's unique environment, often seen lounging in the branches of acacia trees, though sightings can be rare. The park is also home to primates like baboons and monkeys, along with a range of herbivores and predators.
   • Evening: In the late afternoon, after your game drive, you will depart from Lake Manyara and head back to Arusha, which takes about 2 hours. The safari will conclude in the evening, and you’ll be dropped off at your accommodation in Arusha or a nearby airport, depending on your travel plans.