For those pressed for time, this short safari offers a quick glimpse of some of the popular wildlife areas in Ngorongoro Crater Conservancy as well as Lake Manyara. It is ideal as an add-on to other tours in the area as well.
- Day 1: Ngorongoro Crater
- Itinerary
You leave Arusha in the afternoon and drive to the Ngorongoro Crater Conservancy (approx 4 hr). This is quite possibly the most famous of all Africa's conservation areas. Home to an abundance of wildlife, the crater is a favoured spot for wildlife due to the permanent water and grassland on the crater floor. You stand a very good chance of seeing the Big 5 (lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino & elephant) over the course of a morning or evening's game drive. Spend the night at the Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge, where you will enjoy dinner overlooking the Crater. The high altitude of the Ngorongoro Crater ensures that you get a restful night's sleep.
- Accommodation
Ngorongoro Serena Lodge Superior safari lodge situated in Ngorongoro conservancy area.
- Day 2: Lake Manyara National Park
- Itinerary
First thing in the morning, after an early breakfast, you are taken on a tour of the Ngorongoro Crater. Lunch is served back at the lodge. In the late afternoon you head for Lake Manyara (approx 2 hr). You spend the night at the Lake Manyara Hotel, which overlooks the Lake itself. One of the most diverse of Tanzania's National Parks, Lake Manyara National Park is famous for its tree climbing lions as well as being a paradise for around 380 species of birds. The forests are also one of the best places to catch a glimpse of the elusive leopard. Enjoy dinner back at the hotel.
- Accommodation
Manyara Serena Lodge Circular 'boma' style rondavels perched on the edge of the Mto Wa Mbu escarpment.
- Day 3: Lake Duluti
- Itinerary
This morning, you are taken on a game drive through Lake Manyara National Park, before departing to Mountain Village at Lake Duluti (approx 3hr15min). Situated 12km from Arusha, the reserve covers the inner slopes of a small crater around Lake Duluti on the southern foothills of Mount Meru, at an altitude of 1,260m.
- Accommodation
Mountain Village Superior safari lodge situated in the heart of a coffee plantation near Arusha.
Included in tour:
Cost includes accommodation
All meals as per itinerary
Activities as per the itinerary & driver/guides
Park fees & government taxes
Excluded:
Local & international flights & departure taxes
Beverages
Tips
Laundry
All items not specified in inclusive list
Tour rates. †
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| 29 May 2008 |
31 Oct 2008 |
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| 1 Nov 2008 |
8 Dec 2008 |
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| 16 Dec 2008 |
28 Feb 2009 |
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| 1 Mar 2009 |
31 Mar 2009 |
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| 1 Apr 2009 |
29 May 2009 |
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| 1 Jun 2009 |
31 Oct 2009 |
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| 1 Nov 2009 |
15 Dec 2009 |
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† All prices are accurate but you may find that the final rates in your quotation vary slightly due to room type, seasonality and currency conversion.
Extra tour notes.
Rate is for scheduled tours - joining other people on a set safari with fixed departure dates.
The safaris are guaranteed to operate with a min of 2 guests.
Minimum 2 / Maximum 7 in a vehicle to guarantee a window seat.
