Into the Wild – 5 Days Safari

Trip Overview

Number of days: 5
Destinations: Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti
Travel category: wildlife focus, human history, adventure

This classic tour takes you through the renowned parks unmatched in scale and attractions.  Start your journey at the foot of the Rift Valley where tree climbing lions have adapted to the forests of Lake Manyara, then continue on to the world’s largest unbroken crater where predator and pray play in the game of survival.  Finish off in the unparalleled Serengeti, perhaps the most iconic safari location in all of Africa.

  • As the game drive progresses through drier areas with mirage-like watering holes breaking the thirsty landscape, be on the look out for lions.
  • See the herds of zebra, buffalo, elephant, experience the wildebeest migration, and watch predators in action.
  • Strange and isolated rock formations jut out of the landscape called kopjes, granite boulders spewed out from volcanic activity millions of years ago. These rocky outcroppings have a micro environment by themselves.
  • Wake up to the sounds of the Serengeti on a multi-day exclusive camping trip.
  • Stay at award winning lodges integrated into the natural scenery. Be refreshed after a day on the road with excellent dining and full amenities.

Itinerary

DAY DESCRIPTION
Day 1 Arusha – Lake Manyara Depart early from Arusha town to reach Lake Manyara by mid-morning. Enjoy the beautiful sights and sounds of the lake and its animals. Before evening arrive at camp or hotel for overnighting.
Day 2 Serengeti Day 1 Pass through the Ngorongoro Highlands into the drier plains as you head to Oldupai Gorge. Opt in to see the origins of humankind at the archeological site and walk though the museum documenting the significance of the Gorge. Consider an additional visit to the traditional Masaai village in the protected Ngorongoro Conservation Area and see how Masaai have lived side by side with wildlife since time immemorial. Head to the central Seronera Area by late afternoon for overnight camping or lodging.
Day 3 Serengeti Day 2 In the season of the Great Migration, watch wildebeest, zebra and other hooved animals arrive from the northern limit of Masaai Mara as they follow their ancient instincts along their return to Tanzania. Overnight close to the Seronera River in central Serengeti.
Day 4 Serengeti Day 3 Large animals and cats abound in the central area during the dry season. Wind out of the Serengeti Plains toward the East Gate and depart for the Ngorongoro Crater Area in the late morning. Arrive in time at the Crater rim to see dusk arrive over the Ngorongoro slopes.
Day 5 Ngorongoro Crater Explore the Ngorongoro Crater beginning from early morning to catch a glimpse of the elusive Black Rhino. Enjoy breathtaking views of the crater from the floor, and see a microenvironment of elephants, zebras, wildebeest, and lions. Follow lunch next to the hippo pool, departure from the park to return to Arusha town. Return to Arusha by evening.

Pricing estimates

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ACCOMMODATION TYPE 1 PERSON 2 PERSONS 4 PERSONS 6 PERSONS
STANDARD CAMPING 3315 2040 1415 1520
SELECT LODGING 3815 2380 1630 1750
LUXURY LODGING 4330 2675 1860 1995
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