9 Day Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater & Lake Manyara Adventure

- 9 Days / 8 Nights
- Min Pax: 2
- Tanzania Safari
OVERVIEW
Embark on a 9-day journey through the wild wonders of Northern Tanzania. From the giant elephant herds of Tarangire to the endless Serengeti plains, the dramatic Ngorongoro Crater, and the lush beauty of Lake Manyara. Every stop is a new chapter of awe.
Track the legendary Big Five, witness the Great Migration (seasonal), and immerse yourself in the magic of Africa’s most iconic national parks.
Day 1: Kilimanjaro Intenational Airport to Arusha City
Your journey begins the moment you land at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), where your personal safari guide will warmly welcome you to Tanzania. After a brief meet-and-greet, you’ll be transferred to your hotel in Arusha, a lively town nestled at the base of Mount Meru.
Relax and unwind in your comfortable accommodation, with the option to enjoy a delicious welcome dinner. Take in the fresh air and vibrant energy of your first evening in Tanzania — the adventure of a lifetime is just beginning.
Accommodation: Summit Safari Lodge
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner + Drinking water
Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
After an early breakfast, your adventure kicks off with a scenic drive to Tarangire National Park — a hidden gem known for its iconic baobab trees, vast savannahs, and some of the largest elephant herds. The life-giving Tarangire River draws an incredible variety of wildlife, including zebras, giraffes, wildebeests, buffaloes, impalas, and elusive predators like lions and leopards.
Spend the day on an immersive game drive, pausing midday for a relaxing picnic lunch in a shaded spot surrounded by nature. As the sun begins to dip, continue your journey to the lush Ngorongoro Highlands, where the peaceful town of Karatu awaits for a restful overnight stay.
Accommodation: Farm of Dream
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner + Drinking water
Day 3: Serengeti National Park
Today, your journey continues toward the world-renowned Serengeti National Park, passing through the breathtaking Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, enjoy panoramic views of the highlands, traditional Maasai bomas, and—on clear days—the iconic Serengeti plains unfolding before you like a golden ocean of grass.
By midday, you’ll reach the Serengeti gate and begin your first thrilling game drive en route to your lodge or camp. Keep your eyes open and your camera ready, this area teems with wildlife, from graceful cheetahs and prowling lions to hyenas and vast herds of migrating herbivores.
As the sun dips below the horizon, arrive at your accommodation for a peaceful evening surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.
Accommodation: Sound of Nature Camp
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner + Drinking water
Day 4-5: Game Drive In Central Serengeti
Rise early for a full day in Central Serengeti’s Seronera Valley, a wildlife hotspot with year-round water and incredible game viewing.
Start with a morning game drive—perfect for spotting active predators—followed by a bush breakfast or rest at camp. In the afternoon, head out again to track lions, elephants, or even the Great Migration (seasonal). Every moment promises something unforgettable.
You will spend these two days for a relaxable experience within Serengeti. You can have an option having Hot Air Balloon that is $599 per person.
Accommodation: Sound of Nature Camp
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner + Drinking water
Day 6: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands
After a final morning game drive in the Serengeti, begin your scenic journey toward the Ngorongoro Highlands.
Enjoy en-route wildlife sightings as the landscape transforms from vast plains to lush forests and volcanic hills. By late afternoon, arrive near the crater rim, where your lodge or camp offers breathtaking views and cool highland air—perfect for a restful evening before tomorrow’s crater adventure.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Safari Lodge
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner + Drinking water
Day 7: Ngorongoro crater
Start the day with a pre-sunrise drive to the Ngorongoro Crater. Descend 900 meters to the crater floor for a day-long game drive in this 300 km² area, home to around 35,000 animals, including zebras, buffalo, lions, and old bull elephants. The crater is also one of the best places to see the rare black rhino. In the late afternoon, you’ll return to Karatu for overnight and dinner.
Accommodation: Farm of dream
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner + Drinking water
Day 8: Lake Manyara National Park
Today, explore the lush beauty of Lake Manyara National Park, tucked beneath the Great Rift Valley escarpment.
Though smaller in size, the park is rich in diversity—from forests alive with baboons and blue monkeys to open plains with elephants and a flamingo-filled lake. Keep an eye out for the park’s famous tree-climbing lions, a rare and unforgettable sight.
After your game drive and picnic lunch, journey back to Arusha for your final night, reflecting on the unforgettable experiences of your safari.
Accommodation: Summit Safari Lodge
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner + Drinking water
Day 9: Departure
Depending on your flight time, enjoy a leisurely breakfast or an optional short tour of Arusha before your transfer to Arusha Airport or Kilimanjaro International Airport.
As your safari adventure ends, leave with the echoes of the wild, the beauty of the savannah, and memories that will last a lifetime.
Accommodation: No accommodation
Meal: Breakfast,& Lunch + Drinking water
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