8 DAYS TARANGIRE, SERENGETI, NGORONGORO AND MANYARA
January is the easiest month to predict where Serengeti Wildebeest Migration will be. In February we call it Calving season a period when wildebeest, zebra and other migratory animals give birth to their offspring. Once the calves are born, the herds don’t move much. The chance of witnessing a wildebeest birth is high. Predator interaction is also very likely, as lion and leopard move into the region to prey on young and vulnerable calves. In March can be fairly wet. The herds move slowly and predictably, as the one-month-old calves are fed constantly. The glut of calves makes easy prey for predators. September is similar to August. This month offers more hot and dry weather, as the dry season continues in the Serengeti and Maasai Mara.
Destinations:
Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Lake Manyara
DAY 1: Arrival – Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met by your professional driver and transferred to Arusha Planet Lodge for Overnight.
DAY 2: Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast you drive to Lake Manyara National Park for a nature walk at the edge of the Lake. This is a great opportunity for you to learn about different plants with their medicinal uses, animal tracks, insects, flowers and to see flamingos in Lake Manyara and other animals. It awakens your senses, as you become part of the Wilderness. After a few hours your hop into the safari vehicle and continue with a game drive. This small but beautiful park with dense forests you can spot lots of monkeys, giraffes, elephants, impalas, hippos, flamingos and if you are lucky, you may also spot the rare tree climbing lions. Game drives will be done till late afternoon drive to Marera Valley Lodge for Dinner and Overnight.
DAY 3: Central Serengeti National Park
After breakfast depart for game drive in the Central Serengeti National Park. This part is famous for the abundance of lions and leopards that can usually be seen quite easily. Game viewing in this central area is spectacular all year round. Enjoy the views of the endless plains and stunning wildlife like cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, hippos, aardvark, ostrich, pangolin and many more. Read more information about Serengeti National Park. Dinner and Overnight will be at Serengeti Katikati Tented Camp.
DAY 4: Northern Serengeti National Park
Soon after having our delicious breakfast, we leave to Northern part of Serengeti National Park for game drive along the Mara River. Depending on rainfall, the spectacular crossings of the Mara River can begin as early as June or as late as August. The wildebeest and zebras must survive the Nile crocodile and fast flowing water before facing the lions waiting on the other side. This season of the year game viewing is sensational impressive and dramatic. Dinner and Overnight Mara Katikati Tented Camp.
DAY 5: Full day game Northern Serengeti
Today we start with sun-rise game drive along the Mara River. This is truly incredible experience to witness all those hoofed mammals in search of water and greener pastures, followed by iconic predators. This journey of wildebeest is full of danger where only the strongest survive. Not only wildebeest can be spotted here but other animals like hippos, cheetahs, lions, elephants, Leopards, giraffes, warthogs and if you are lucky the endangered black rhino. In the evening we drive back to Mara Katikati Tented Camp for Dinner and Overnight.
DAY 6: Ngorongoro Conservation
After breakfast you will do game on the way from Northern Serengeti National Park towards Central Serengeti then continue to Ngorongoro Conservation Area for Dinner and Overnight at Rhino Lodge
DAY 7: Ngorongoro Crater
Today after breakfast we set off towards the Ngorongoro Crater for game drive with picnic lunch boxes. The Ngorongoro Crater Shelters close to 32,000 wild animals including the Big Five. The Crater teems with buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, warthogs, baboons, elephants, hippos, cheetah, flamingos, ostriches and small population of the rare black rhinos. Not only that but also the beautiful colors and dancing clouds make the Ngorongoro Crater almost surreal. Due to its Natural beauty the Crater is known as one of the World Seven Natural Wonders. Game drives will be done here till late afternoon the time you will be driven to Marera Valley Lodge for Dinner and Overnight.
DAY 8: Tarangire National Park – Arusha
After breakfast, around 8:00am drive to Tarangire National Park. The Tarangire National Park is sometimes called home of elephants due to its huge number of elephants. The Park in made up of seasonal marshes, bush savannah with baobab tree, acacia trees, Sausage trees etc. Over 400 different animal species like Maasai giraffes, antelopes, buffaloes, leopard, lion, baboons, and many more can be seen here. Birds of different species are also available. Game drive will be done till evening the time you will be driven to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight back home or Flight to Zanzibar.
WHATS INCLUDED:
- Drives in modified Land Cruiser with photographic roof hatch
- Services of a professional English-speaking safari guide
- All Accommodations shown below on full board basis
- VAT (18% charged by the Government)
- All wildlife reserve entry fees
- All game drives as mentioned in the itinerary
- 3 meals a day prepared by the safari chef
- 2.5 ltr of water per person/day
- Pick up and drop off from your hotel in private car
- Bottled water during the tour
- All taxes, fuel surcharges and service fees included
NOTE
This trip can be extended to the beach excursions as per our agreement.