5-Day Best of Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Lake Manyara Adventure
per person
This 5-day best of Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Lake Manyara wildlife adventure safari in Tanzania offers travellers the chance to experience the country’s natural beauty, including the stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife. This safari is ideal for travellers with limited time, especially those who do not want to miss out on the premier safari destinations.
Travellers will explore the enormous golden savannahs with higher chances of seeing the Big Five alongside witnessing the Great Migration. This safari package involves seeing various animal species such as lions, leopards, cheetahs, hippos, and ungulates in different habitats. Lake Manyara National Park is noted for its beautiful views and diverse birdlife. Accommodations and local food are included, and the safari package can be customised to fit specific interests. However, the best time to do wildlife safaris is during the dry season months that run from June to October.
Safari Highlights
- Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
- Day 2: Serengeti National Park
- Day 3: Full Day in Serengeti national Park
- Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater
- Day 5: Lake Manyara National Park
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Upon arrival in Arusha for your 5-day best of Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Lake Manyara adventure, you will meet our safari driver guide who will warmly welcome you. After refreshing, you will visit Arusha National Park, where you will have chance to see several wildlife species including buffalo, giraffes, and several species of birds. The park features breathtaking landscapes, including Mount Meru, Tanzania’s second-highest peak. Enjoy domestic cuisine at a nearby restaurant. Later, prepare for the upcoming adventure by reviewing the package itinerary and packing essentials. Overnight in Arusha, where you can rest and get familiar to the surroundings before embarking on your safari journey.
Accommodation: Arusha Serena Hotel, Resort & Spa (Mid-Range), Legendary Lodge (Luxury)
Meal Plan: lunch and Dinner
Day 2: Serengeti National Park
After your breakfast, drive to Serengeti National Park, Africa’s leading wildlife destination in terms of wildlife and classic savannahs. After embark on a game drive where you will have chance to see several mammals such as the Big Five: lions, leopard, buffalo, rhinoceroses, and elephants. Serengeti National Park is an amazing park due to its Great Migration, where millions of wildebeest and zebra movements are witnessed across the plains. Visit the Seronera River area, a prime location for wildlife viewing. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park before resuming your drive. In the evening, watch the sunset over the Serengeti, a superb end to the day, overnight in a lodge or tented camp within the park.
Accommodation: Arusha Kati Kati Tented Camp (Mid-Range), Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti (Luxury)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
Day 3: Full Day in Serengeti
After your hearty breakfast, spend a full day in Serengeti National Park, taking advantage of morning and evening game drives when wildlife is most so active. Explore different regions of the park, such as the Seronera Valley and the western corridor, to explore various ecosystems. Look for predators such as hyenas, cheetahs, and countless bird species. Enjoy a packed lunch in the wild while encountering animals in their natural setting. Return to your accommodation for dinner and share memories of the day’s adventures with fellow travelers.
Accommodation: Arusha Kati Kati Tented Camp (Mid-Range), Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti (Luxury)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater
Have breakfast and after travel to the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world’s spectacles with the largest volcanic caldera. This crater floor is home to an abundance of wildlife, including the rare black rhinos, ungulates, elephants, and numerous bird species. Descend into the crater for a full-day game drive, exploring several habitats. Visit a Masai community to learn about their unique culture and traditions. Enjoy a picnic lunch with views of the scenic landscape. In the late afternoon, ascend back to the rim for panoramic and exciting views before returning to your accommodation nearby.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Farm House (Mid-Range), Ngorongoro Crater Lodge Serengeti (Luxury)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
Day 5: Lake Manyara National Park
On the final day, visit Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its alkaline lake and rich wildlife. More still, the park is famous for tree-climbing lions and large flocks of flamingos. Take a guided game drive through the park, spotting herds of elephants, monkeys and several bird species. Its diverse ecosystems include wetland, woodlands, grasslands, and the lake itself. After a morning of thorough exploration, enjoy lunch in the park. Later, return to Arusha to meet your return flight or onward travel, concluding your 5-day best of Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Lake Manyara Adventure.
Accommodation: Manyara Wildlife Safari Camp (Mid-Range), Lake Manyara Tree Lodge (Luxury)
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch
Price Items includes and excludes
Includes:
- Transport and wildlife drives in modified 4 x 4 Land Cruiser
- All airport transfers (pick -up and drop off)
- Services of a professional English-speaking safari guide
- Bottled drinking water
- Park entrance fees and Government taxes
Price Excludes:
- International Flights
- All items of a personal nature
- Extra activities
- Tips and gratuities for safari guide and lodge staff (please tip separately)
- Travel insurance
- Extra accommodation
- Visa fee
- Drinks and beverages in lodges