6 Days Tarangire,
Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater & Lake Manyara: Africa Natural Safari
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Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater & Lake Manyara
The Big 5 Safari
This tour will give you the unique opportunity to experience
the amazing natural wonders of Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National
Park, Lake Manyara National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. Lake Manyara National
Park provides an unforgettable experience in some of Northern Tanzania’s most
diverse natural habitats, from the pristine streams, to the dense woodlands and
towering mountains. In addition, Tarangire is known around the world for its
many herds of giraffe and great African elephant! The awe- inspiring wildebeest
migration and endless savannah plains of the Serengeti are so majestic; the park
has been listed as one of the Seven Natural wonders of Africa. In addition, the
Serengeti is the perfect retreat for quiet reflection. The Ngorongoro Crater
also boasts an immense number of mighty African wildlife and unique vegetation
in the only unbroken caldera found on Earth.
Day One: Moshi to Tarangire National Park
We will leave from Moshi in the morning and travel to the
Tarangire National Park, where you can marvel at the two-story high termite
mounds and the “upside-down” giant baobab trees. The aesthetic scenery and
cornucopia of bird-life assist in creating the unequivocally peaceful ambiance
of the Tarangire National Park. In addition, the African elephant population,
over 300 strong, is an extremely remarkable sight. African elephants are the
largest living land mammals, with adult males weighing in at seven tons. Other
animals endemic to Tarangire’s savannah include the hardy African lions,
giraffes, toothy warthogs, ostriches, impalas, agile cheetah, mongoose, water
buffalo, and red-bottomed baboons. When your game drive comes to an end, our
guide will transport you to the Fanaka Campsite, complete with a pool and hot
showers. As with guaranteed with each tour, guests are provided with
comprehensive camping facilities.
Day Two: Tarangire National Park to Serengeti National Park
A delicious breakfast showcasing local and organic products
will be served at camp, followed by a breathtaking drive to the Serengeti
National Park. We will take the scenic route to Serengeti, allowing for an
amazing, bird’s-eye-view of Ngorongoro Crater. There is a high likelihood of
spotting game on the drive. The endless golden savanna, contrasted with the
vibrant patterns of zebras, lions, and elephants make it easy to understand why
the Serengeti is one of the Seven Natural wonders of Africa. We will stop for a
picnic lunch on the most famous kopje (a small hill in a generally flat area)
in the park, allowing visitors to experience the vastness Serengeti from atop
the hill. We will proceed further into the Serengeti for a leisurely game drive
where you will likely view herds of giraffes, elephants, and zebra. You will
spend the night at the Nyani (Baboon) Serengeti Camp, where you will fall
asleep to the mighty chorus of zebra, lions and gazelles.
Day Three: Serengeti National Park
The day will begin in the center of the majestic Serengeti.
After a nourishing breakfast, we will continue our journey into the plains.
Since we have a full day of game driving, you will likely view hundreds of the
diverse animals that find their home within the Serengeti’s endless plains.
This day will likely offer sightings of the African mammals that make the park
famous- lions, leopards, elephants, cheetahs, and water buffalo, all within a
few feet of the jeep. Visitors will also have the chance to view some of the
park’s lesser known, but equally majestic animals including, elands, hyenas,
gazelles, crocodiles, giraffe, zebras, monkeys, baboons, hippos, rhinos and
antelope. Depending on the time of year, visitors will also have the chance to
view thousands of zebra and wildebeest on their Great Migration. The hundreds
of bird species, both endemic and migrating from the Eurasion region, are a
special bonus for bird-watchers. Guests will enjoy fresh and delicious dinner
at our campsite in Seronera, another spot well known for animal sightings.
Day Four: Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater
Today is our last game drive in Serengeti before we continue
to Ngorongoro Crater. We will overnight at Simba Camp, which is located at the
rim of the crater, ideal for watching the gorgeous sunset expand over the
savannah within the caldera. After watching the sunset, guests can look forward
to a delectable dinner made fresh by the Viva Africa Tour’s friendly cook.
Day Five: Ngorongoro Crater to Lake Manyara National Park
We will depart for the Ngorongoro Crater early in the
morning, as early mornings provide an opportune time to spot game, especially
within the “Big 5”. The group comprises some of the strongest animals in Africa
– the ferocious lion, the mighty elephant, the stealthy leopard, the charging
rhino and the strong water buffalo. We will enjoy a leisurely game drive in the
morning and have a picnic lunch near a pond full of hippos inside the crater.
As we enjoy our snacks and sandwiches, we will be able to watch the hippos
splash around. An interesting fact about Ngorongoro Crater is that it provides
a unique haven for animals, which thrive within the protective shelter provided
by the high walls of the caldera. The Crater was formed millions of years ago
when a large volcano erupted, collapsing the volcano but leaving a perfectly
unbroken crater. It is the only one like it in the world. Within the Ngorongoro
Crater drive, visitors can definitely expect to encounter zebra, hippo,
wildebeest and cackling hyenas. Similarly, the Crater is home to flocks of
graceful flamingos lounging at Soda Lake and vultures and hawks eagerly
circling the sky in search of a hardy meal of discarded carcases. Storks, ibis,
and cranes are popular water birds in the crater. Our game drive will conclude
shortly after lunch when we will begin our drive to camp. This night, guests
will enjoy the tranquility of Fanaka Campsite and a delicious dinner served hot
and fresh.
Day Six: Lake Manyara National Park to Moshi
On our last day of the tour (we know, we wish it was longer too!),
we will experience the beauty of Lake Manyara National Park. We will enjoy an
early breakfast, in order to start our game drive early enough to spot the “Big
Five” mammals. Nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment, Lake
Manyara National Park provides picturesque, yet varying scenery. Throughout the
day we will experience the shrubbery of the golden savannah, mighty rivers, and
amazing wildlife. We will eat our picnic lunch in the heart of the beautiful
park. Soda Lake and the surrounding savannah support the highly diverse
ecosystem, leading to the diverse array of wildlife to be viewed within the
park. With over four hundred species of dazzling birds, some of which are
migratory, Lake Manyara National Park is a birdwatcher's paradise. Lake Manyara
is home to the legendary tree-climbing lions as well as powerful water buffalo,
immense African elephant, soaring giraffe, graceful impala and gigantic hippo.
In the late afternoon, we will leave Manyara and proceed to Moshi to conclude
our safari. Guests will enjoy the beautiful scenery as we drive past Maasai
bomas, baobab forest, and rolling savannah plains in route to Moshi. Airport
transportation can be made upon request.
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more information visit www.africanaturaltours.com
Safari Package Includes
•
Transport
(4x4 Land Cruiser) with pop up roof
•
Camping
& park fees
•
Tent
& mattress
•
Professional
English speaking safari guide & cook
•
5
breakfasts; 6 lunches; 5 dinners
•
1,5
bottle of water per day; tea and coffee with meals
Not Included
•
Flights
•
Travel
insurance
•
Visa
and passport fees
•
Increases
in park fees where applicable
•
Accommodation
& meals in Moshi
•
Personal
items
•
Sleeping
bag
•
Tips
for safari guide & chef
•
Soda
and Alcoholic beverages
•
Extra
activities (Hot Air Ballooning in Serengeti & Maasai Village)
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