4 Day Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater

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4 Day Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater

Arusha, Tanzania

4 Day Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater

$1040.00
Duration
4 days
Max People
100
Min Age
10+
Tour Type
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Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations with our 4-day safari adventure. Begin your exploration at the breathtaking Lake Manyara, where vibrant birdlife and lush landscapes set the stage for your adventure. Continue into the vast plains of the Serengeti, where the "Circle of Life" unfolds in front of your eyes, offering exceptional opportunities to witness Africa’s renowned wildlife. Conclude your safari in the Ngorongoro Crater, a true natural wonder teeming with wildlife in one of the world’s most unique ecosystems. Whether you're a first-time safari-goer or a seasoned traveler, this itinerary promises an immersive and awe-inspiring experience in Tanzania’s rich natural beauty.

Tour Highlight
  • Spot the famous tree-climbing lions and marvel at the park's diverse landscapes, from dense forests to open savannahs and a stunning alkaline lake teeming with flamingos.
  • Experience the vastness of the Serengeti, home to the Great Migration, abundant wildlife, and unforgettable game drives. Witness elephants, lions, giraffes, and possibly even a leopard or cheetah in action.
  • Explore the "Garden of Eden," a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you’ll see an abundance of wildlife, including rhinos, buffaloes, zebras, and flamingos in the crater floor’s diverse ecosystems.

Tour Plan

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Day1: Lake Manyara National Park  

Your adventure begins as you're picked up from your hotel in Arusha after a short briefing. Within a few hours, you’ll arrive at Lake Manyara National Park, a compact yet diverse sanctuary tucked against the Great Rift Valley Escarpment. This park is renowned for its breathtaking scenery and ecological variety. The park's western boundary is framed by towering cliffs of the Rift Valley, creating a backdrop that feels almost cinematic. The contrast between the escarpment’s height and the lake's flat plains adds layers of dimension to your photos and memories.

A magnet for birdwatchers, Lake Manyara hosts more than 400 bird species. Expect to see flamingos in huge flocks, pelicans cruising gracefully, and colorful bee-eaters darting through the trees.The groundwater forest is home to troops of baboons, vervet monkeys, and blue monkeys. But the highlight? The elusive tree-climbing lions one of the only lion populations in the world known to lounge in acacia trees. After a game drive and possibly some lake-edge photography, you'll head to your chosen lodge or tented camp nearby.

Day 2: Lake Manyara – Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, you will set off towards the fertile highlands surrounding the Ngorongoro Crater, an area known for its rich farmlands where wheat, corn, and coffee are cultivated. As you pass the rim of the crater, you’ll continue onward to the vast plains of Serengeti National Park, arriving around midday. The Serengeti, Tanzania’s largest national park, boasts an incredible variety of landscapes—from open short-grass plains

Day 3: Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Conservation Area

An early morning game drive offers the best chance to witness wildlife at its most active. In the Seronera region of the Serengeti, it’s common to see wildebeests and zebras roaming near predators like lions, leopards, and cheetahs. After a picnic lunch, you will begin your journey toward the Ngorongoro Crater. Upon reaching the crater rim, you’ll be treated to breathtaking views of the 600-meter-deep caldera, a natural wonder formed by a collapsed volcano. In the evening, you’ll head to your chosen accommodation for an overnight stay.

Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha

After an early breakfast, you will descend the steep, narrow road that leads into the Ngorongoro Crater. The journey begins through forested slopes, but soon transitions into open savannah. The wildlife here is truly spectacular, and with a bit of luck, you may spot all of the "Big Five"—lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, and leopard—within just a few hours. Following a morning of exciting game viewing and a picnic lunch, you will depart the crater in the early afternoon for the drive back to Arusha, where you will arrive in the early evening

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