10 Days Wildlife Safari and Lake Victoria.
Overview
Embark on a thrilling 10-day Wildlife Safari and Lake Victoria. Explore the wonders of Tanzania’s wildlife in Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and more. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Lake Victoria, Africa’s largest lake. Discover the perfect blend of wildlife, nature, and tranquility on this unforgettable journey.
Highlights
- Serengeti Safari
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Lake Victoria Tranquility
- Local Culture
Includes
- Park fees (For non-residents)
- All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
- Mineral water
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Excludes
- International flights (From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Day by day
Day 1: Arusha - Tarangire national park.
on the first da your Wildlife Safari and Lake Victoria in the morning you will be collected in Arusha and Travel overland to Tarangire national park, Woodland dotted with monumental ancient baobabs alongside, the most magnificent herds of African Elephants found in northern Tanzania, Tarangire river provides water all year round, marking Tarangire National park refugee during the dry season for migratory ungulates resulting in the sheer density of wildlife At its peak, the density of mammals in Tarangire national park is higher than anywhere else in Tanzania Or almost anywhere on all continent of Africa, you can expect to see the significant herd of elephants and mighty Predators such as lions, other common mammals of Tarangire are aardvark, ground pangolin, crested
Porcupine, African hedgehog, olive baboon, and vervet monkey, some rarities including baisa Oryx, gerenuk, Lesser and greater kudu, bushbuck, and waterbuck. Later drive to Tarangire Tortilis Camp.
Day 2: Lake Manyara national park
After breakfast makes your way to the park via the south to the north gate of Lake Manyara national park. A lush green ecosystem composed of the grassy floodplain, rocky ridge, and acacia forest. Manyara guarantees a diverse birdlife with over 500 bird species have been recorded, particularly concerning the extraordinary flocks of greater and lesser flamingoes, storks, herons, and pelicans inhabiting the lake area. Dinner and overnight at Lake Manyara Tortilis Camp.
Day 3-4: Serengeti central.
Serengeti is the only remaining natural grazing ecosystem to be found, with a network of river, valleys supplying a stable source of water, the seronera valleys home to the world’s largest and diverse wildlife population of predators in the world, an excellent encounter is available year-round regardless of the season or location of the great migration. There is simply no better place to observe large carnivores (lion, hyena, cheetah, and leopard) in action in the wild along with a diversity of the smaller predators,(three species of jackals: black-backed jackal, silver-backed jackal, and the more secretive side-striped jackal, bat-eared fox, serval, and sandy-collared caracal.
Day 5: Serengeti – Lake Victoria.
After an early breakfast, you will start the journey to Lake Victoria, the largest lake in Africa and the second-largest freshwater lake in the world. The region around Lake Victoria is one of the most densely populated in Africa, with several million people living on its shores. Due to its somewhat remote location, away from the tourist hot spots, the area offers a different side of Tanzania. You will be able to experience the lives of the local people – see the fisherman at work or the children playing in the school’s playground. You will spend the night at Serenity on the Lake Resort.
Day 6: Full Day Leisure
Full day spent at the Lodge. Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner at Serenity on the Lake Resort.
Today you can choose either to add any of the many activities offered around the Lake, or you can just choose to relax at the Resort having the time of your own, spending reading books, or just enjoy the lake breezes. Enjoy as much time as you want.
Day 7-8: Northern Serengeti
Travel to the northern Serengeti by the Mara river where the grass is nutrient-rich and capable of offering the migratory herds a proper supply of food and water, this is the time and place to witness the Mara river crossing, see giant Nile crocodiles basking in the sun, waiting patiently in the water for the significant migration to enter in the area. You will have opportunities to catch the thrilling game action or perhaps even witness the river crossing, as the wildebeest and zebras endeavor one of the most challenging parts of their migration journey and cross over to Masai Mara. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner at Mara Tingitana Tented Camp.
Day 9: Serengeti – Ngorongoro
Serengeti has still something to offer irrespective of having both morning and evening game drives in these two days’ stay. So today after your strong breakfast, you will depart to the jungle for half game drive. Later drive on the way to the Ngorongoro conservation area. The two ecosystems are connected by wildlife-rich remained patches after human encroachments. So you will still have an en-route game drive. Safari will have the option of passing via Olduvai Gorge for a historical tour. This is an important area where you can have the full story of the origin of early human ancestors dated many years back. The discovery was done by Doctor Leakey and his wife Marry Leakey at the Ngorongoro conservation area. You will reach the lodge late evening where your hot shower will be waiting for you. Have dinner and overnight stay at Ngorongoro Wildlife Lodge.
Day 10: Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha
Today after early breakfast we do leave the lodge heading to Ngorongoro crater and descend 600mt in the Ngorongoro floor for the game drives. Explore over 2500 species of fauna and flora found in the crater includes the endangered species the black rhino and much more. We enjoy lunch pack into the Ngorongoro pick-nick site overview hippo’s pool. After lunch slowly leave the crater and head to Arusha. Drop off at the accommodation of your stay in Arusha or straight to the Airport for your departure flight.
Note: If you have a flight on this same day then at least book flights departing no earlier than 08 pm EAT.
