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DAY 1: ARUSHA TO TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK
After breakfast depart to Tarangire National Park. Full day game drive in Tarangire National Park. Tarangire has a diverse landscape, with nine vegetation zones. Ancient Baobab trees (the largest trees in Africa) dot the landscape dwarfing the animals that feed beneath them. The Tarangire River, that meanders through the park attracts an abundance of wildlife, from elephants, lions, leopards, buffalos, zebras, giraffes, antelopes to a variety of colorful birds. The park is very famous for having the greatest elephant population in Tanzania, and during a safari there you will have the chance of quietly observing many families of elephants interacting. With a stop for a picnic lunch in an observatory inside the park where you will be able to view animals drinking water in the river (and many times lions attacking a thirsty zebra or wildebeest), continue game viewing and finally, you'll drive back to Karatu for the next destination.
DAY 2 : NGORONGORO CRATER
Today after breakfast we will drive descending to Ngorongoro crater often referred to as wonder of world. This is World largest caldera fully of grassland, forest and swamp, a setting of jaw-dropping beauty. The permanent water of crater floor supports a resident population of more than 25,000 large mammals. Here you will find many of reason you chose to do Safaris in Tanzania. Lions, Water buck, Hippo Baboons, Black Rhino, leopard, Hyena, Jackal, Buffalo, Warthog, Gazelle and many more are shelter here. Maasai are sharing the awesome space with animals, their cattle in an area which has been a separate conservation area since 1956 and a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1978. This harmonious cohabitation of Man and beast makes Ngorongoro unique in the world. After a stop for a picnic lunch, late slowly drive up the steep road out of the crater and drive back to Karatu for dinner and overnight.
DAY 3 : LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK TO ARUSHA
After breakfast at your accommodation, drive to Lake Manyara National Park for a game for a full day game drive. Although small in dimension (205 sq. miles), the park has breath taking scenery and well famous for its lush acacia forest, giant figs and mahogany trees, as well as to a growing population of baboons and blue monkeys. Permanent residents of this park also include giraffes, elephants, impalas and a huge number of buffaloes. The lake is also home to a large number of hippos. Some unique facts about this park include the tree climbing lions, flamingos in the lake shore, as well as the Ground Hornbill and the Crested Eagle. The landscapes of Lake Manyara are something that cannot be described with words, and the game drives along the lake provide stunning photo opportunities of giraffes and buffaloes in the foreground and the lake (and its flamingos) in the background. During this day, some extra tours are possible. And after all activities you will be back to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.
3-Day Northern, Central Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater
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DAY 1: From Arusha to North Serengeti National Park
Program of the day: Get up early and enjoy breakfast, then we drive to Northern Serengeti (Koga Tende) with a picnic lunch pack. Passing along River Mara where great migration happens. Our safari guide will find the best view for the great migration that offers the thrill of witnessing dramatic wildebeest’s river crossings, spotting predators like crocodiles and lions on the hunt, observing diverse bird species, and enjoying the scenic beauty of lush riverbanks and open plains. After you will head to hotel for relaxation, dinner and overnight. The Serengeti Great Migration involves over 1.5 million wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles traveling across the Serengeti and Maasai Mara. They face the challenges of crossing the Grummet and Mara Rivers, braving predators andtreacherous waters in their quest for fresh grazing driven by seasonal rains.
Activities: Game Drive.
Main Destination: Northern Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Mid-range tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP
Meals: Full Board
DAY 2: Safari Adventure from Northern Serengeti to Central Serengeti National Park
Program of the day: After breakfast, you will head for afull day game drive to Central Serengeti in the early morning when wildlife activity is high, and the cooler temperatures make it more comfortable. The main focus is wildlife spotting. You'll have the chance to see the "Big Five" (lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant, and rhinoceros) along with manyother species, like giraffes, zebras, crocodiles and various antelopes. You will also witness the Great migration activities at the Central Serengeti. The drive will end in the late evening when you will return to Kontiki SerengetiCamp for dinner and overnight. Serengeti National Park is one of the world heritage sites occupying the areaof around 15,000 square kilometers, with over 17 herbivore species, 10 carnivore species, 10 reptile species, 13 bird species. The Serengeti is also renowned for its grasslands, acacia woodlands, iconic Serengeti plains and the great migration.
Activities: Game drive
Main Destination: Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
Meals: Full board
DAY 3: Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive and Transfer to Arusha
After breakfast, with your lunch pack, you’ll head toNgorongoro Conservation Area, visiting the Maasai village and experience the Maasai culture. You will descend to the crater that offers stunning views ofthe crater floor's diverse habitats and abundant wildlife, including the "Big Five," zebras, wildebeest, giraffes, and various bird species. You’ll enjoy a picnic lunch at designated spots within the crater, soaking in the scenery. The day concludes with a drive through the crater and highlands then back to Arusha where we conclude our tour.Ngorongoro crater is one among the UNESCO world heritage site and constitutesthe largest uninterrupted caldera in the world and is one of the natural wonders of Africa which was formed after the explosion that occurred approximately 2-3 million years ago. With the presence of about 30,000 large mammals resident all year round.
Activities: Game drive.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
