Zanzibar

8-DAY EXPLORE NORTHERN PARK JOURNEY

Duration
8 days
Max People
100
Min Age
10+

Description

Overview
Join an 8-day adventure through Tanzania, exploring the stunning wildlife of Tarangire, the iconic
landscapes of the Serengeti, and the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater. Experience the vibrant ecosystems
of Lake Natron and Lake Manyara, where you can witness diverse wildlife, including elephants, lions,
and flamingos. This unforgettable journey combines thrilling game drives with scenic vistas, offering a
true taste of East Africa's natural beauty.

Highlights
  • Tarangire National Park – Famous for large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees
  • Lake Manyara – Explore a unique ecosystem with tree-climbing lions and over 500 bird species
  • Serengeti National Park – Witness the legendary Great Migration and vast predator-filled plains
  • Ngorongoro Crater – Visit the world’s largest intact caldera teeming with wildlife
  • Lake Natron – Discover flamingos, salt flats, waterfalls, and Maasai villages
  • Cultural Encounters – Optional visits to local markets, art galleries, and Maasai communities
  • Scenic Drives – Travel through some of East Africa’s most picturesque terrains

Tour Plan

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Day 1 ARRIVAL TO ARUSHA

After your arrival at the airport (Kilimanjaro International Airport/ Arusha Airport), your private driver
guide will pick you up and transfer you to Karibu Heritage House. Also, you can explore the city with a
tour that includes visits to the Cultural Heritage art gallery, local market, and Maasai Market.
Kilimanjaro Airport.

Day 2 ARUSHA TO TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK

We will pick you up from your hotel in Arusha. After a 2.5 hour drive through beautiful landscapes we
arrive at Tarangire National Park. Tarangire National Park is located 120 km south of Arusha, and is a
long and narrow park that covers 2850 km2 and runs along the Tarangire River.

The name of the park is also coming from the Tarangire River, which is the only source of water for wild animals during the dry
season. The park is famous for its large number of elephants, baobab trees and tree climbing African
pythons. At the end of the day, we will go to Fig Lodge

Day 3 LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK

After breakfast, you'll set off for Lake Manyara National Park, a diverse yet relatively compact reserve
located 120km west of Arusha. The park is characterized by its namesake shallow, salt lake, which
fluctuates in size with the seasons and serves as a habitat for over 500 bird species.

During your
exploration, expect to encounter a variety of wildlife including monkeys, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests,
buffalos, elephants, and, if luck is on your side, lions lounging in the trees.

Lake Manyara is renowned for
its varied landscapes, encompassing not only open grassy plains but also woodlands teeming with
primates and cliffs adorned with baobab trees. After a full day of game drive, you'll go to Fig Lodge for
dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 4 SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK

Today we're heading to the Serengeti. The Serengeti is known for its endless plains of savannah and
forest landscapes. An area of about 30,000 km2 in the north of Tanzania and Kenya, of which 80 % is
located in Tanzania.

The park is famous for the migration involving about 1.5 million herbivores and
followers, thousands of predators are moving because of the drought in the northern hills to the southern
plains.

After the rains in mid-April they go back via a detour through the western part. The grasslands
cover more than one third of the park, where you will find many animals throughout the year. At the end
of we go to budget Camp inside the park for dinner and overnight.

Day 5 SERENGETI – NGORONGORO HIGHLANDS

On this day we spend all morning in Serengeti and in the afternoon, we’ll be heading to
Ngorongoro conservation area. We overnight at Ngorongoro Simba Campsite which is a few hundred
meters away from the crater rim.

Day 6NGORONGORO CRATER

Today we're going to do a game drive in the amazing Ngorongoro crater. The Ngorongoro crater has a
diameter of about 20 kilometers and a 600 -meter-high crater wall. The Ngorongoro Crater is the largest
intact crater in the world.

The crater life estimated 30,000 larger mammals. In the center of the crater is a
Salt Lake. This is one of the most densely populated wildlife areas in the world. It is a unique area where
animals and humans as the authentic Maasai and Hadzabe live together. From the edge of the crater, you
look out over the impressive crater and its wonderful inhabitants. In the afternoon we''ll be heading back
to Fig Lodge for dinner and overnight.

Day 7 LAKE NATRON TO ARUSHA

After breakfast at Fig Lodge, you will embark on a scenic two to three-hour drive to Lake Natron, where
you will be captivated by the vibrant hues of the lake and the sight of flamingos.

Enjoy a packed picnic lunch amidst the stunning landscape and consider engaging in activities such as hiking to nearby
waterfalls or visiting local Maasai villages. In the early evening, you will return to Arusha and check in at
Karibu Heritage House for a comfortable overnight stay, reflecting on the days memorable experiences.

Day 8 DROP OFF AT THE AIRPORT

You will enjoy a delightful breakfast while reflecting on your adventures over the past few days. You will
check out from your lodge then, you will be dropped off directly at Arusha airport or Kilimanjaro Airport.

Included in the Tour:

  • Airport transfers (arrival and departure from Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport)

  • 7 nights’ accommodation (Karibu Heritage House, Fig Lodge, Serengeti Camp, Simba Campsite)

  • All meals as specified in the itinerary (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof for game viewing

  • English-speaking professional driver/guide

  • All national park entrance fees and crater service fees

  • Game drives and excursions as per itinerary

  • Bottled drinking water during game drives

  • Government taxes and levies


Excluded from the Tour:

  • International and domestic flights

  • Tanzania tourist visa

  • Travel and medical insurance (strongly recommended)

  • Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks not included in meals

  • Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers, and hotel staff

  • Personal expenses (souvenirs, laundry, phone calls, etc.)

  • Optional cultural visits and activities not mentioned in the itinerary

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