4-Day Tanzania Safari: Lake Manyara, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater Adventure
Discover the Great Migration, Big Five, and Africa’s Eden
Embark on a 4-day Tanzania safari adventure through the iconic landscapes of Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the UNESCO-listed Ngorongoro Crater. This immersive journey combines thrilling wildlife encounters with breathtaking scenery, from Lake Manyara’s tree-climbing lions and flamingo-lined shores to the Serengeti’s endless plains, where the Great Migration unfolds. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a natural wonder teeming with the Big Five, including endangered black rhinos, and explore the archaeological treasures of Olduvai Gorge. Designed for wildlife enthusiasts and adventure seekers, this safari delivers game drives in 4×4 vehicles, stays in handpicked lodges, and seamless access to Tanzania’s most celebrated ecosystems—all packed into a compact, unforgettable itinerary.
Detailed Itinerary
Morning: Depart Arusha for Lake Manyara, famed for its lush groundwater forests and alkaline lake.
Game Drive: Search for tree-climbing lions lounging in acacia branches, herds of elephants, and troops of baboons.
Birdwatching: Spot thousands of flamingos painting the lakeshore pink, alongside pelicans and kingfishers.
Evening: Retreat to Karatu for dinner and overnight rest.
Accommodation: Lodge in Karatu.
Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch, dinner.
Morning: Journey through the Ngorongoro Highlands into the Serengeti’s vast savannah.
Wildlife Exploration: Traverse the Seronera Valley, a hotspot for lions, leopards, cheetahs, and migrating herds.
Sunset Safari: Capture golden-hour views of elephants, giraffes, and zebras against the Serengeti’s iconic plains.
Evening: Unwind at a luxury tented camp under the African sky.
Accommodation: Matawi Serengeti Tented Camp.
Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch, dinner.
Sunrise Game Drive: Catch predators in action during the Serengeti’s most active hours.
Cultural Detour: Visit Olduvai Gorge, the “Cradle of Mankind,” to explore early human fossils and tools.
Evening: Arrive at your lodge perched on the Ngorongoro Crater rim, with panoramic views.
Accommodation: Lodge on the Ngorongoro rim.
Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch, dinner.
Dawn Descent: Venture into the Ngorongoro Crater, a natural amphitheater teeming with wildlife.
Big Five Quest: Spot lions, elephants, buffalos, leopards, and critically endangered black rhinos.
Lake Magadi: Watch hippos wallow and flamingos wade in this shimmering soda lake.
Return to Arusha: Conclude your safari with a scenic drive back, arriving by late afternoon.
Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch.
Inclusions
- All park fees and conservation area permits.
- Full-board meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner + bottled water.
- Expert English-speaking safari guide.
- Private 4x4 vehicle with pop-up roof, charging ports, and radio.
Exclusions
- Tanzania Visa ($50 -$100, varies by nationality).
- Personal Expenses (souvenirs, laundry ,premium drinks).
- Optional Activities (Hot - air ballon rides, cultural tours).
- Gratuities for guides/ drivers
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