9 Days: Tanzania's Wildlife & Culture Safari.
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- 9 Days: Tanzania's Wildlife & Culture Safari.
Tanzania, Northern Circuit.
- Arusha town,
- Tarangire NP,
- Ngorongoro Crater, and
- Serengeti NP.
Duration
09 Days
Tour Type
Luxury Safaris.
Group Size
6 People
Languages
English.
- Overview
This Tanzania safari tour gives you the opportunity to explore three famous parks of the northern circuit. It includes Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro where you get to see the big five. The wildebeest calving in the southern Serengeti and Ngorongoro is an amazing natural wonder to be explored, the beautiful events that take place in the southern short grass plains. You will also enjoy interacting with local people which will enlighten you about their culture
- Tour Highlights.
- Fill the excitement of searching for the big cats in Serengeti and Ngorongoro
- Experience the excitement of seeing mother wildebeest dropping their calves
- Game drives in the company of the best guides in Tanzania
- Experience the Excitement of seeing the endangered black rhino
- Come in contact with one of Africa’s best cultural experience.
- Included & Excluded
- 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)
- 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
- Itinerary
9Days /08 Night
Day 1: Arusha – Lake Manyara National Park
We will start the first day of the tour after breakfast. You will drive west on the well-constructed road along the Maasai plains with scattered acacia trees. You will pass through many Maasai villages. This will give you the chance to see Maasai people in their colorful traditional dress. You can see them on the roadside, riding bicycles, herding cattle, and driving overcrowded donkey carts. It is a two hours’ drive to reach Mtowambu. In Mtowambu you will walk with your local guide along with rice fields, banana farms, Makonde carving which is famous for ebony wood carving, and at the end will reach a local beer brew. After you finish your lunch we will take you to Manyara Park for an afternoon game drive. There is a beautiful underground forest with water seeping from the rift valley escarpment. You can find many wild animals like hippos, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, blue monkeys, baboons, etc. There will be an overnight stay at Manyara Tortillis tented camp where you will enjoy your dinner
- Location: Lake Manyara National Park.
- Accomodation: Manyara Tortilis camp / Serena Manyara lodge.
- Meal: Lunch and Dinner.
Day 2: Manyara NP -- Serengeti National Park.
We leave the camp early in the morning to meet the big pride of east Africa safari- the lions. The Seronera valley is the best place to find lions in the central part. If you wish to see leopards, hyenas, jackals, topi, and Thomson gazelles you are in the right place. During the dry season, you get the sighting of the cheetah. After a short break, to take lunch at the camp, we will head to drive around the Seronera River. It will treat your eyes with hippos, elephants, baboons, and exotic birds. We will return to Serengeti wilderness camp before dinner to finish the day.
- Location: Serengeti National Park.
- Accomodation: Serengeti wilderness tented camp / Tingitana tented camp.
- Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 3: Central Serengeti NP.
A full day of game driving around the Serengeti. Depending on the time of year and the location of the great migration herds, you may see huge numbers of wildebeest, and big cats, hyenas, and other predators near to them – looking to hunt an easy meal. All year round you can see elephants, giraffes, zebras, lions, monkeys, baboons, hippos, rhinos, antelopes, and many birds and other species of animals.
- Location: Serengeti NP.
- Accomodation: Serengeti wilderness tented camp / Tingitana tented camp
- Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 4: Central Serengeti NP -- Southern Short Grass Plains.
Morning drive around the Moru Kopjes will give you a sighting of black rhinos and lions. From Moru Kopjes we head towards southern short grass plain to visit Ndutuis where wildebeest come to drop their babies. After a busy safari day, there will be an overnight stay at Ndutu safari lodge to relax and enjoy your dinner
- Location: Ndutu Area.
- Accomodation: Ndutu Safari Lodge | Ndutu Tingitana Camp
- Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 5:Southern Short Grass Plains.
We will take you for a morning and afternoon drive around the beautiful Ndutu River. This tour gives you an opportunity to witness the biggest predator’s interaction when migration takes place. You can also see wildebeest calving which will amaze you. This place is famous for cheetah hunting so you can explore your skills. The beautiful exotic wild animals like lions, hyenas, bat-eared foxes, giraffes, etc. will give you an experience of a lifetime. You can also find flamingos, vultures, and dung beetles around Lake Ndutu and Masaki add to its beauty. When you see beautiful sunrise and sunset you feel contented. After a wonderful day, you can have your dinner and stay at Ndutu safari lodge.
- Location: Serengeti National Park.
- Accomodation: Ndutu safari lodge / Serengeti wilderness camp
- Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 6: Southern Serengeti -- Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
A drive to the Ngorongoro conservation area in the morning will give an opportunity to see wildebeest mothers dropping their babies and hunting wild predators. We will drive through the Makao area to get a rare sighting of endangered wild dogs. You will spend the night at Ngorongoro Rhino lodge and have your dinner.
Takes place. You can also see wildebeest calving which will amaze you. This place is famous for cheetah hunting so you can explore your skills. The beautiful exotic wild animals like lions, hyenas, bat-eared foxes, giraffes, etc. will give you an experience of a lifetime. You can also find flamingos, vultures, and dung beetles around Lake Ndutu and Masaki add to its beauty. When you see beautiful sunrise and sunset you feel contented. After a wonderful day, you can have your dinner and stay at Ngorongoro Tortillis camp.
- Location: Ngorongoro conservation area
- Accomodation: Ngorongoro tortils camp / Angata ngorongoro tented camp
- Meal: Breakfast and Dinner.
Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater.
We will leave the camp after an early breakfast and head for the eighth wonder where you will find the largest combination of wildlife in East Africa Safari. You can find approximately 30,000 large mammals here. It is one of the best sanctuaries of East Africa Safari to see black rhino. There are many other wild animals like lions, hyenas, jackals, hippos, buffaloes, elephants, zebras, and wildebeest in this reserve. After lunch, we will drive to the Ngorongoro conservation area in the south to visit Tanzania’s largest soda lake. Explorers sometimes visit the remote areas which are home to Hadzabe Bushmen and the Datoga tribe. The language of Hadzabe Bushmen is quite similar to the Bushmen of South Africa. The men use bows and arrows for hunting in the daytime whereas women collect wild fruits, roots, and tubers.
- We will take a walk along the soda lake in the afternoon to see beautiful flamingos.
- Location: Ngorongoro crater
- Accomodation: Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge | Kisima ngeda
- Meal: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 8: Lake Eyasi.
We will leave the camp with a local guide for hunting at five in the morning. He will take you to one of their camps where you join other members for hunting. After an exciting experience of hunting the guide will take you to one of their camps. You can try your hands in shooting with arrows. The guide will take you to blacksmith village where you can see the Datonga tribe making arrows. After an exciting cultural tour, we will return to the camp for brunch. We start our drive to Karatu for an overnight stay at a plantation farm lodge /similar and for a peaceful dinner with lovely memories
- Location: Lake Eyasi
- Accomodation: Plantation farm lodge / Gibbs farm.
- Meal: Breakfast andLunch.
Day 9: Elephant Cave -- Arusha Town.
We start our drive after breakfast to head towards Gibbs farm gate. We will take a walk in the forest to the elephant cave where they come for the salt leak. If you are a bird lover this will give you an awesome experience to see birds chirping early in the morning. We will then proceed to meet the Iraqw tribe who have inhabited the surrounding Ngorongoro highlands for more than 200 years. You will get to see how the local beer is made. They consume it while working in the field or building houses for relaxation. They are skilled in making wedding skirts and houses which protect them from Maasai cattle raids. You will take your lunch at Gibbs Farm and then will drive back to Arusha.
- Location: Arusha Town.
- Accomodation: No Accomodation.
- Meal: Breakfast andLunch.
- Accomodation.
Day1: Lake Manyara Tortilis Camp.
Lake Manyara Tortilis
Tented Camp
Location
Manyara Tortilis is located in the heart of Lake Manyara national park with excellent view of the lake. Our comfort camp offers all en-suite bathroom facility and a great Glamping experience.
Accommodation
Lake Manyara Tortilis Camp is made up of an impressive row of fully furnished tents sitting proudly at the foot of the Great African Rift Valley Escarpment, perfectly appointed to gaze over the vast expanse of Lake Manyara. It’s easy to succumb to the enticing sofa and chair in an exclusive game watching area in your tent, a serene space to sit back and marvel at the birds dancing over the lake or a troop of elephants passing by.
Facilities & Services
- Free parking
- Internet
- Free breakfast
- Bar / lounge
- Restaurant
- Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
- Non-smoking hotel
- Laundry service
- Breakfast available
Day 1:Lake Manyara Serena lodge.
Lake Manyara Serena
Lodge
Location
Tanzania’s towering Mto wa Mbu escarpment provides a remarkable backdrop for a one-of-a-kind visit. Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge welcomes you with a peaceful location amidst the rich wildlife and unsurpassed tranquility of Lake Manyara National Park. The lake is home to over 300 migratory birds including flamingoes, long-crested eagles and grey-headed kingfisher; our lodge is designed to mimic this extraordinary birdlife, with an architectural motif featuring swooping avian curves and vibrantly coloured wall frescoes depicting the intricacy of bird migratory patterns.
Accommodation
Lake Manyara Serena Safari lodge, you’ll find everything you need to relax, rejuvenate and discover the singular beauty of the region. Housed in circular two-storey “rondavels”, our accommodation pays homage to tradition, while also offering contemporary perks. Flamingo Restaurant, our central dining room, serves delicious cuisine and includes a veranda with picturesque views; we would be pleased to arrange a meal in the bush for you as well. Take part in an enchanting game drive or outdoor excursion, tour one of the neighbouring villages or simply lounge by the lodge’s “vanishing horizon” pool. Those hosting their wedding or group event with us can benefit from our modern facilities and gorgeous location, not to mention the careful attention of our planning staff. And with a range of family-friendly activities, our lodge is a delightful destination for visitors of all ages. The holiday of a lifetime awaits you at Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge.
Facilities & Services
- A selection of ensuite rooms and suites
- Central dining room and bar
- Outside dining terrace
- Poolside bar
- Safari game drives daily
- Swimming pool and pool deck
- Bush dinner site within the grounds
- Tented conference room
- Wedding planning and honeymoon venue
- Gift shop, business centre, Wi-Fi
- Satellite TV available at the lounge
Day 2-3: Serengeti wilderness tented camp.
Serengeti North Wilderness
Camp
Location
Located in the heart of the Serengeti, in a pristine area that offers unparalleled game viewing, Serengeti Wilderness Camp is open all year round, and is located to the east of the famous central Seronera region.
Accommodation
Comprising just twelve spacious tents, our focus is on your comfort and enjoyment. There is nothing better than being lulled to sleep at night by the sounds of the bush, safely inside your well-appointed ‘safari bedroom’.
The tents are en suite with flushing toilets and a bush-shower. A private verandah offers a shady place to relax.
Facilities & Services
- Free parking
- Free internet
- Bar / lounge
Day 2-3: Serengeti Tingitana tented camp.
Serengeti Centre Tingitana
Tented Camp
Location
Located at the center of the 7th Wonder of the World, Seronera Tingitana offers never-ending views of the savannah plains and an all-year round chance to observe the Big Five!
Accommodation
Tingitana tented camp is a mobile campsite or ‘migration camp’, that is strategically placed and follows the great migration. It is located close to the Mara river in Northern serengeti, so you’ll be right there when the action goes down! A great place if you’re interesting in following the great migration. Tingitana consists of 10 – 15 exclusive and comfortable tents.
Facilities & Services
- Free parking
- Free internet
- Internet
- Bar / lounge
- Restaurant
Day 4-5: Ndutu safari Lodge.
Serengeti Tortilis Tented Camp
(Central)
Location
Serengeti Tortilis Tented Camp is a collection of unique and luxury tented camps located in northern Tanzania, at the Famous Serengeti National Park.
Accommodation
Named after the distinctive Tortilis tree of the Serengeti, our tented camp combines comfort with the sense of wilderness, the sense of freedom, the sense of being ‘right there’, as you relax after the excitement of the day. We make your safari-camp experience truly unforgettable. Set in the heart of nature, our camp is designed to look after you while you tune in to the very heartbeat of Africa.
Facilities & Services
- Free parking
- Free internet
- Internet
- Free breakfast
- Mosquito net
- Non-smoking hotel
- Private check-in / check-out
- Laundry service
Day 4-5: Serengeti wilderness camp.
serengeti North Wilderness
Tented Camp
Location
Located close to the Mara River, in the Kogatende area of Northern Serengeti
Accommodation
Comprising just ten spacious tents, the camp will provide comfortable beds and quality linen, with en suite eco-friendly flushing toilet and bush-shower off an intimate dressing room area. Lighting is by 12-volt (solar powered) with bedside lamps provided. The tents each have a shady verandah, where guests may relax and read quietly or perhaps watch birds and animals.A large, airy, central dining tent complements the comfortable lounge tent which has a small reference library, maps, some games for children and a recharging facility for cameras and videos. The safari chef will prepare sumptuous meals for your enjoyment and special dietary requests are taken care of.
Facilities & Services
- Free parking
- En-Suite bush shower
- Wireless available
- Recharging facilities
- Children & families
- Leisure & corporate
- groups
- Large central dining area
Day 6: Ngorongoro tortils camp
Ngorongoro Tortilis
Tented Camp
Location
Ngorongoro Tortilis Lodge is ideally located on the edge of the Ngorongoro crater rim.
Accommodation
Ngorongoro Tortilis Camp is a comfort tented camp with comfortable rooms with private ensuite facility and located inside the ngorongoro conservation area. The views from this camp is excellent with 24 hours electricity using solar power.
Facilities & Services
- Free parking
- Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
- Wifi
- Free breakfast
- Bar / lounge
- Restaurant
- Outdoor fireplace
- Laundry service
Day 6: Angata ngorongoro tented camp.
Ngorongoro Ang'ata
Tented Camp
Location
The camp is set on the Eastern side of the Ngorongoro Crater’s rim close to the Crater lodge. Just inside the park boundaries our location permits early game drives down to the crater leaving you almost alone to discover this World Heritage Site.
Accommodation
The camp consist of 8 Guest Tents including a 2 tent Family unit, a lounge and a dining tent. Each guest tent has an en-suite bathroom with shower, vanity desk and flush toilets. Depending on request a King Size bed or 2 Twin beds or triples are available. The lounge is the place to meet other travellers and share your day’s Safari stories while enjoying a complementary cup of Tanzanian Coffee or Tea. Breakfasts, lunches and dinners are served in the dining tent, freshly prepared by our Chefs on a daily basis. Bush TV (local name for campfire) is lit when the weather permits.
Facilities & Services
- Free breakfast
- Bar / lounge
- Restaurant
Day 7: Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge
Lake Eyasi Safari
Lodge
Location
Located on a gentle slope, Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge offers stunning views over the seasonal soda lake and up to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Accommodation
The main Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge building features reception, lounge, bar, inside and outside dining, and a gift shop as well as an open air upper deck area. Our swimming pool offers a welcome and refreshing respite after a long and dusty safari. The lodge serves delicious and fresh continental cuisine and the friendly staff is delighted to see to our guest’s every need.Sixteen tastefully furnished spacious rooms are located within the large property, each with a private verandah overlooking the lake. The décor blends elements from the surrounding landscape with modern comfort.
Facilities & Services
- Free parking
- Free internet
- Internet
- Pool
- Bar / lounge
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking hotel
Day 7: Kisima Ngeda Lake Eyasi.
Kisima Ngeda Tented
Camp
Location
Kisima Ngeda Tented Camp is a small safari camp perched on the edge of the lovely Lake Eyasi in the heart of the Great Rift Valley.
Accommodation
The camp itself is situated on the shore of the lake, amongst acacia and date palm vegetation and is part of a 200 acre family-owned farm. There are seven tents here, situated on wooden platforms and with thatched roofs. They are proper walk-in tents, with en suite bathrooms with showers, and whilst simple in their design, they are perfectly comfortable.
Facilities & Services
- Free parking
- Free internet
- Internet
- Pool
- Outdoor pool
- Free breakfast
- Bar / lounge
- Laundry service
- Restaurant
Day 8: Plantation farm lodge
Plantation Farm
Lodge
Location
Set on hills in Karatu area mid way between Lake Manyara National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater, Plantation Lodge is located 20 minutes drive from the Lodoare gate to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Accommodation
The Lodge has a total of 22 rooms & suites coming in different categories and widely distributed in the flower gardens. Each room is individually designed with own style of decoration, some with verandahs and direct access to the garden, but all with bathrooms en suite and comfortable beds with mosquito netting.
Facilities & Services
- Free parking
- Free internet
- Pool
- Free breakfast
- Airport transportation
- Concierge
- Mosquito net
- Dry cleaning
- Public wifi
- Pool / beach towels
- Outdoor pool
- Bar / lounge
- Restaurant
- Breakfast available
- Breakfast buffet
- Non-smoking hotel
- Laundry service
Day 8: Gibbs farm Lodge.
Gibbs Farm
Lodge
Location
Gibb’s Farm is located on the edge of the forested eastern slopes of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, halfway between the Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara National Park, five km from Karatu town and about 160 from Arusha.
Accommodation
Gibb’s Farm is made up of 17 guest cottages, each featuring a unique theme and richly appointed with eucalyptus floors, hand-crafted furniture, two queen-size beds, indoor and outdoor showers, a fireplace and private verandah.
Facilities & Services
- Free parking
- Free internet
- Pool with view
- Yoga room
- Bar / lounge
- Bicycles available
- Hiking
- Babysitting
- Bathrobes
- Desk
- Fireplace
- Private balcony
- Room service
- Safe
- Complimentary toiletries
- Hair dryer
Room types
- Non-smoking roomsSuites
- Family rooms
End of Service.
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
From
$ 2,908
Children Under 5 Years Old are Free. Children 6 - 14 Years o age are 75% of the adult Price.
Children Under 5 Years Old are Free. Children 6 - 14 Years o age are 75% of the adult Price.
