Lake Natron
Join us on a remarkable 8-day journey through Tanzania's northern circuit, where you'll witness the spectacular flamingo-dotted lakes and encounter the legendary Big 5 in Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. Let us transform this enchanting safari adventure into your dream come true.
Embark on exhilarating game drives across Tanzania's most iconic landscapes. From tracking the Big 5 in Tarangire's ancient baobab forests to witnessing the great migration in the Serengeti and exploring the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater. Experience close encounters with diverse wildlife, capture stunning photographs, and end your days with breathtaking African sunsets.
Your adventure begins in the elephant paradise of Tarangire National Park, followed by an immersive cultural experience in Lake Natron. Journey through the endless plains of Serengeti, where you'll witness the spectacular wildebeest migration, before descending into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater. Throughout your safari, enjoy comfortable accommodations in carefully selected lodges and camps.
Main Destination: Arusha (City)
Accommodation: Under The Shade Safari Lodge - Mid-range hotel located in or near Arusha
Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK), which serves domestic flights, a representative from the company will greet you and provide transportation to your accommodation in Arusha. You will spend the night at a lodge situated in the outskirts of the city, surrounded by a serene environment and a picturesque garden. This peaceful setting will prepare you for the exciting safari adventure that awaits you the next day.
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Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
Accommodation: Mawe Mawe Manyara Lodge - Luxury lodge located on the escarpment above Lake Manyara NP
You will be collected from your accommodation in Arusha by your private safari guide for a journey to Tarangire, which is approximately a 2.5-hour drive away. Tarangire is renowned for its elephant families, expansive savannah, striking baobab trees, seasonal swamps, and the vital Tarangire River. The river attracts a variety of animals, including giraffes, bushbucks, and hartebeests. Additionally, the park is home to buffalos, zebras, and wildebeests, all of which are closely followed by predators like lions and leopards. Throughout the game drive, you'll have the opportunity to observe the wildlife and absorb the picturesque landscape from the vehicle's open roof. A delightful picnic lunch with delicious food, coffee, and soft drinks will be provided in the park. Following lunch and an extensive game drive, we will make our way to Mawe Mawe Manyara Lodge in Mto wa Mbu, where you will enjoy a comfortable dinner and spend the night.
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Main Destination: Lake Natron
Accommodation: Africa Safari Lake Natron (Safari Luxury Glamping) - Mid-range tented camp located in or near Lake Natron
After breakfast, we will start driving towards Lake Natron. Wild and remote Lake Natron lies in the northeast of Tanzania in between the Ngorongoro Highlands and Serengeti plains. Here it is the landscape rather than the animals that is the attraction – the area around the lake inhabited by Maasai is dry, desolate, and hauntingly beautiful. You will arrive at your accommodation Africa Safari Lake Natron in time for lunch. You will visit the base of Oldoinyo Lengai, followed by a lake walk during sunset. Situated at the base of Africa's only active volcano Oldoinyo Lengai (Mountain of God), Lake Natron is one of the most alkaline lakes in the world. The lake is home to millions of tiny crustaceans, attracting literally thousands of lesser flamingos and it is, therefore, one of the most important flamingo breeding grounds on earth.
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Main Destination: Northern Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Intimate Camp Zebra - Luxury tented camp (with rustic facilities) located inside Serengeti NP
After an early breakfast, we will start our activities at Lake Natron which includes following roads to some of the most interesting localities, such as hot springs, NgareSero waterfalls, and much more. After lunch, you will start your drive to Northern Serengeti, arriving at Klein's gate at 4pm. These two days will be special for witnessing the crossing of the great migration at the Mara River. After catching the sunrise, you will go to the Mara River to witness the crossing of the migration. Spend the whole day there. Later you will drive to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.
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Main Destination: Northern Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Intimate Camp Zebra - Luxury tented camp (with rustic facilities) located inside Serengeti NP
Full day dedicated to witnessing the crossing of the great migration at the Mara River. After catching the sunrise, you will go to the Mara River to witness the crossing of the migration. Spend the whole day there. Later you will drive to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.
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Main Destination: Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Signature Serengeti Luxury Tented Safari Camp - Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti
We head out and start to explore at sunrise, we will have a full day game drive exploring the beautiful scenery of Northern Serengeti first and later finish the rest of the day in Central Serengeti. Dinner and overnight will be at Into wild Africa Luxury Camp.
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Main Destination: Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Masek Tented Lodge - Luxury tented camp located inside Ndutu-Ngorongoro
We will start the day very early with a sunrise game drive, taking advantage of the time when wildlife is most active. Enjoy breakfast in the bush at a scenic picnic spot before continuing the game drive until lunchtime. In the afternoon, we'll proceed to the Ndutu area in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, located just south of the Serengeti, where you will have dinner and an overnight stay.
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Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)
Our journey to the Ngorongoro Crater begins early in the morning with a packed breakfast. This remarkable destination is home to nearly every species of wildlife native to East Africa, including the rare black rhino—if we're lucky, we may spot one! Spanning 260 square kilometers and about 20 kilometers in diameter, the crater requires approximately 5 hours to fully explore. After the game drive, we will drive back to Arusha, marking the end of your safari adventure.
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