4 DAYS LAKE
MANYARA/ NGORONGORO/ TARANGIRE WILDLIFE LUXURY TOUR.
This is a short wildlife safari . Tarangire has the largest
concentration of wildlife mainly in dry seasons eg August and May,
there are over 300 species of birds recorded. Then proceed to the
scenic Ngorongoro and tree climbing lions in L. Manyara
Day 1. Lake Manyara.
Depart Arusha in the morning for Lake Manyara, arriving there by
lunch time. Afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight at Lake
Manyara Serena.
Located beneath the cliffs of the Manyara Escarpment, on the edge of
the Rift Valley, Lake Manyara National Park offers varied
ecosystems, incredible bird life, and breathtaking views. Lake
Manyara’s famous tree-climbing lions are another reason to pay this
park a visit. The only kind of their species in the world, they make
the ancient mahogany and elegant acacias their home during the rainy
season, and are a well-known but rather rare feature of the northern
park. In addition to the lions, the national park is also home to
the largest concentration of baboons anywhere in the world -- a fact
that makes for interesting game viewing of large families of the
primates.
Day 2. Lake Manyara -Ngorongoro crater.
After early breakfast, depart for Ngorongoro crater, en route game
viewing, half a day game drive on the crater rim. Late afternoon
drive to Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge on the crater rim for dinner and
overnight.
The Ngorongoro Crater is often called ‘Africa’s Eden’ and the ‘8th
Natural Wonder of the World,’ a visit to the crater is a main
drawcard for tourists coming to Tanzania and a definite world-class
attraction. The Ngorongoro Conservation Area (NCA) is home of
Ngorongoro Crater. It was formed some 2.5 million years ago from a
volcanic mountain sinking due to inactivity, and was initially
thought to be higher than Tanzania’s famous Kilimanjaro. The crater
has evolved into a unique and integral part of Tanzania’s
eco-system. The crater is actually a caldera, measures 22.5 km’s
across and the rim walls stand 600m high. Views from within and from
the rim are breathtaking (as can be seen from the picture). The
crater houses 30,000 animals and a large variety of birds, which
rarely move from the area due to the availability of water through
wet and dry seasons
Day 3. Ngorongoro- Tarangire National Park.
After breakfast drive to Tarangire. Afternoon game drive, meals and
overnight at Tarangire Safari Lodge.
Tarangire National Park, one of the hidden jewels of Tanzania. This
park measures 2,600 sq km’s and boasts a concentration of wildlife
second only to Ngorongoro Crater. It features an impressive amount
and array of bird life and plant life. Situated only 160km’s from
Arusha, the park is nestled to the south of the large open grass
plains of southern Maasai land. It is named after the Tarangire
River, which runs directly through the center of the park and is the
only permanent water source for the animals. Along the banks of this
river you will find herds of wildebeest (or gnu) and zebra, followed
by Grant’s gazelle, Thomson’s gazelle and many others. Lurking in
the background lion and leopard keep a watchful eye on a possible
meal. The park offers views of grass and floodplains with impressive
baobab and flat topped acacia trees scattered throughout. During the
dry season the park may look quite ordinary, but activities continue
even more earnestly due to the now increased competition.
Day 4.Tarangire national park - Arusha.
After breakfast enjoy a morning game viewing drive in the Tarangire
National Park. Return to lodge for lunch and in the afternoon depart
for Arusha
Cost per person sharing
2 Pax US$ 1520
4 Pax US$ 1440
Tour price includes:
-Guarantee price/guarantee safari on confirmation
-Ground transport whilst on safari in a comfortable 4x4 safari Land
cruiser/Rover
-Full board accommodation whilst on safari
-Accommodation in double/twin/triple room.
-All park entrance fees to include government taxes
-Service of an English speaking professional driver/guide
-All game drives as detailed in the itinerary
-Ngorongoro Crater tour
-Complementary 1 litre bottled drinking water while on safari
-Start and end in Arusha
Tour Cost excludes:
-Tips
-Laundry
-Beverages/Drinks
-International flights
-Visas
-Items of personal nature
-Any other extras not detailed in the above itinerary |
