The Great Tanzanian Safari A Journey through Nature

Depart Kilimanjaro Airport and arrive at scenic Lake Manyara Siafu Serenity Lodge, a comfortable safari lodge situated against the backdrop of the towering Mto wa Mbu escarpment and close to the scenic Lake Manyara National Park. This exceptional lake is home to over 300 migratory birds, which include huge flocks of greater and lesser flamingoes, pelicans, storks and other water birds. After the games, drive on excursions, relax and unwind around the pool, enjoy a drink at the poolside bar or simply enjoy the spectacular views of the lake.

Accommodation: Siafu Serenity Lodge 

After breakfast, we headed out to Serengeti National Park. You will pass through lush green uplands. The soil, being very fertile, supports crops like wheat, corn, coffee etc. The name “Serengeti” originates from the Masai word “Siringitu” and means “endless plains”. You will witness why the Masai Tribe gave this name as the Savannah lands stretches till the horizon giving a sense of never ending. On arrival and after lunch, we head out for an afternoon game drive till sunset spotting the games like Leopards, Rhino, Buffalo, Zebra, Wildebeest, Lion, Giraffe, Elephants, Hippos etc. On arrival in Serengeti you will have an afternoon game drive till sunset

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: Mbuzi mawe serena Camp or Mbali mbali soroi Serengeti Lodge

Either you can have a relaxed breakfast and depart for game drives around 9:00 AM with already packed lunch or you can leave at 6:00 AM for an early morning game drive. Later return for breakfast and freshen up for a bit and depart for Central Serengeti with a packed lunch. As you make your way into the Seronera region, you will begin to notice the hilly and broken terrain altering into plain grasslands. In Seronera, one must really look out for the many lions’ prides that live in this region. The connections and endurance of these lion prides provide an excellent game-viewing experience all year round. A picnic lunch will be made during the day-long drive itself. The eventful day comes to an end with a heavy dinner and a good night’s rest in your accommodation.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: Mbuzi Mawe Serena Camp or Mbali mbali Soroi Serengeti Lodge 

After breakfast, you will have a morning game drive in Serengeti National Park. Later depart for Ngorongoro Conservation Area with a picnic lunch The Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest unbroken volcanic caldera and is regarded as the 8th wonder of the world. It is one of the most diverse and fascinating areas of Tanzania and has been given the status of a World Heritage site and International Biosphere Reserve. The fertile slopes and steep forest-covered walls are home to approximately 30,000 animals, including the rare black rhino. The various ecosystems found within the 260sq km crater floor sustain Cape buffalo, elephants, wildebeest, zebras, elands, gazelles, hippos, numerous bird species, as well as a high concentration of predators. The eventful day ended with a heavy dinner and a good night’s rest in your accommodation.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Lodge or Embalaki Ngorongoro Camp

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Enjoy a morning breakfast and then leave the camp at 07:00 AM and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a crater tour. This is a worldwide heritage site; the incomparable Ngorongoro crater is the world’s largest “caldera.” Dominated by cliffs standing some 600 meters high and presenting a sheer drop down to a wide-open space of some 246 square km, you may see everything from elephants to lions, and if you’re lucky, the nearextinct black rhino, all amongst large herds of zebra and wildebeest. Afternoon exit the Ngorongoro Crater and then drive back to the Camp for dinner and overnight stay 

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Lodge or Embalaki Ngorongoro Camp

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner