5-Day Shared Safari to Manyara, Ngorongoro & Serengeti
Overview
Tour Overview
Tanzania Safari: Experience the best of northern Tanzania on this 5-day joining safari covering Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, and Serengeti National Park. Witness
Day by Day
Itinerary
Arusha to lake Manyara
Day 1Arusha to lake Manyara Arusha to lake Manyara After a morning pick-up from your hotel in Arusha, depart for Lake Manyara National Park, known for its diverse ecosystems and tree-climbing lions. Enjoy a game drive spotting elephants, giraffes, hippos, and flamingos along the lake. Dinner and overnight stay at your campsites. Main Destination: Lake Manyara National Park Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals) High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded) Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall) Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP ElephantCommon GiraffeCommon BuffaloCommon ZebraCommon WildebeestCommon HippoCommon Show more LionOccasional HyenaOccasional LeopardRare Wild DogVery Rare White RhinoNone Black RhinoNone CheetahNone Accommodation: Jua Manyara Lodge Budget lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Manyara NP +7 Photos +6 Photos Meals & Drinks: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)
Lake Manyara to Serengeti National Park
Day 2Lake Manyara to Serengeti National Park Lake Manyara to Serengeti National Park Early morning game drive in Lake Manyara National Park (if you missed anything the previous day). Afterward, drive to Serengeti National Park (approximately 5-6 hours). Enjoy a scenic drive through the Ngorongoro Highlands and see rural Tanzanian landscapes. Afternoon game drive in Serengeti as you enter the park. Stay overnight in your campsites. Main Destination: Serengeti National Park Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times) High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded) Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall) Wildlife in Serengeti NP ElephantCommon LionCommon CheetahCommon BuffaloAbundant ZebraAbundant WildebeestAbundant Show more GiraffeCommon HippoCommon HyenaCommon LeopardOccasional Black RhinoVery Rare Wild DogVery Rare White RhinoNone Accommodation: TANAPA Serengeti Taji House Budget self catering accommodation located inside Central Serengeti NP Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Full game drive Serengeti
Day 3Full game drive Serengeti Full game drive Serengeti Full-day game drive in Serengeti National Park. Serengeti is famous for the Great Migration (from June to October) but offers fantastic wildlife viewing year-round. Look for the "Big Five" (lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffalo), as well as cheetahs, hippos, and crocodiles along the rivers. Enjoy a picnic lunch or return to your camp for lunch. Optional: Hot Air Balloon Ride in the morning for an aerial view of the Serengeti. Overnight stay in the Serengeti at your designated campsites. Main Destination: Serengeti National Park Accommodation: TANAPA Serengeti Taji House Budget self catering accommodation located inside Central Serengeti NP Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Serengeti to Ngorongoro
Day 4Serengeti to Ngorongoro Serengeti to Ngorongoro Following an early breakfast, you will transfer from the Serengeti to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area (a 4-5 hour drive). The day includes a game drive inside the Ngorongoro Crater focusing on spotting rhinos and appreciating the natural landscape. Afterward, you will check in to your lodge outside the Ngorongoro area for relaxation, with the rest of the evening being at your leisure. Main Destination: Serengeti National Park Accommodation: Budget camping on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Ngorongoro Crater Tour and departure
Day 5Ngorongoro Crater Tour and departure Ngorongoro Crater Tour and departure The morning commences with breakfast, allowing for a leisurely period of exploration before the scheduled departure to Arusha. Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best) High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds) Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none) Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater Black RhinoCommon LionCommon BuffaloAbundant ZebraAbundant WildebeestAbundant HyenaAbundant Show more ElephantCommon HippoCommon LeopardOccasional GiraffeNone White RhinoNone CheetahNone Wild DogNone Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks End of tour (See Getting There for more details)End of tour (See Getting There for more details) Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport. Interested in This Tour? Request a Quote We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators (Learn why) Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly Next: Overview Next: Day by Day Next: Rates Next: Inclusions Next: Getting There Next: Offered By Best price guarantee Your request will be sent directly to the operator If preferred, you can contact the operator directly Next: Request a Quote Request a Quote Disclaimer This tour is offered by Wajefya Expediti
What's covered
Included & Excluded
Included
- A transfer from and back to the airport is included
- What is included in this tour
Not Included
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
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We had a wonderful three-day experience with this agency: the first day at Serval Wildlife, the second at Tarangire, and the third on a safari in the Ngorongoro Crater. I can only say that they were not only excellent guides — leading us...
Our safari with Wajefya Expeditions was truly an unforgettable experience for me and my girlfriend. On the first day, we visited Serval Wildlife; on the second day, we explored Tarangire National Park; and on the third day, we discovered...
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