Overview
Experience the highlights of Northern Tanzania’s famous safari circuit with this action-packed 4-day itinerary. Journey from the elephant-filled plains of Tarangire National Park to the iconic savannahs of the Central Serengeti, before descending into the dramatic Ngorongoro Crater and exploring the groundwater forests of Lake Manyara. Combining classic game viewing with comfortable lodge and camp accommodations in Karatu and the Serengeti, this safari delivers an unforgettable wildlife adventure.
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Tour Plan
Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park to Karatu
Your safari begins with a morning pickup in Arusha by your professional driver-guide. Depart for Tarangire National Park, famous for its iconic baobab trees and massive elephant herds. Spend the day on exciting game drives along the Tarangire River, tracking lions, giraffes, zebras, and colorful birdlife. In the late afternoon, exit the park and drive to the green highlands of Karatu for dinner and a restful evening.
Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge
Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge
Day 2: Karatu to Central Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, depart Karatu and journey through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area toward the vast, endless plains of Central Serengeti. Enjoy game viewing en route as you enter the Seronera Valley, home to abundant resident wildlife, including prides of lions, leopards, cheetahs, and elephants. Arrive at your tented camp in the heart of the bush for dinner and an starlit overnight stay.
Main Destination: Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Kontiki Serengeti Camp
Accommodation: Kontiki Serengeti Camp
Day 3: Central Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater to Karatu
Begin early with a morning game drive through the Serengeti as wildlife is most active. Afterward, depart the Serengeti and drive to the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater. Descend 600 meters into the volcanic caldera for an incredible game drive across the crater floor, home to black rhinos, hippos, flamingos, and dense predator populations. In the late afternoon, ascend the crater walls and return to Karatu for dinner and your overnight stay.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge
Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge
Day 4: Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha
Enjoy breakfast before heading to nearby Lake Manyara National Park, situated at the base of the Rift Valley escarpment. Explore its lush groundwater forest, watch for troops of baboons and famous tree-climbing lions, and view vast flocks of pink flamingos along the lake shore. After a game drive and picnic lunch, drive back to Arusha, where your safari adventure comes to an end in the late afternoon.
Main Destination: Lake Manyara National Park
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