Classic Tanzania Safari
Imagine a ‘safari’ in the classic sense – vast stretches of savannah, flat-topped acacia trees silhouetted against deep orange sunsets, thousands of animals streaming across the horizon – this trip is that image made real! Each park offers something unique in wildlife viewing, as well as intimate safari camps and lodges where you can relax each evening. This classic safari takes you through Tanzania’s ultimate wildlife areas – Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater and the endless plains of the Serengeti.
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 | Day 1: ArrivalUpon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) you will be met and transferred to your accommodation to recover from your journey. Overnight Moshi/Arusha |
 | Day 2: Tarangire National ParkTravel to Tarangire National Park, taking approximately 3-4 hours. Tarangire is sanctuary to an unusually large elephant population. Majestic baobab trees are an interesting feature of the park. Animals concentrate along the Tarangire River, which provides the only permanent water supply in the area. There is a great diversity of wildlife including lion, leopard, cheetah and up to six thousand elephants. Enjoy an afternoon game drive. Overnight Tarangire |
 | Days 3 & 4: Serengeti National ParkAfter breakfast you will commence your drive to one of the most famous game parks in Africa, the Serengeti, taking approximately 4 hours. Serengeti is home to millions of wildebeest during the migration and over the huge flat plains you are likely to find lion, cheetah, leopard, hyena and many other small predators. Your guide will choose the best wildlife viewing locations for the time of year. Spend time at the hippo pool, watching these enormous animals laze about in the cool water alongside the crocodiles, watch a lion stalking its prey or be staggered by the scale of the great wildebeest migration. Journey from wide, open plains to the kopjes, volcanic rocky outcrops that provide protection and shelter for a wide variety of animals. This diverse and interesting landscape will provide you with the ultimate in game viewing. Overnight Serengeti |
 | Days 5 & 6: Ngorongoro Conservation Area & CraterAn early morning start in the Serengeti to try and find cats before they retreat from the blazing sun during the day. After a few hours game drive travel to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area where you will spend the night. The Ngorongoro caldera is the largest unflooded and unbroken caldera in the world. At approximately 20 kilometres across and 600 metres deep, the Ngorongoro Crater is a breath-taking natural wonder. Ngorongoro Crater is unique in that almost all the wildlife lives within the crater walls; hence you have the opportunity to find game easily. You’ll want to wake early to make the most of your day exploring the crater, where rhino in particular can be seen regularly, as well as prides of lion and other predators like cheetah. Overnight Ngorongoro |
 | Day 7: Lake Manyara National ParkThis morning you will drive to Lake Manyara, taking around an hour. Described as one of the hidden gems of Tanzania, this park is famous for its tree climbing lions and large herds of elephant, which are not shy to come straight up to the vehicle. After lunch you will drive back to Moshi / Arusha, taking approximately 2-3 hours. Overnight Moshi/Arusha |
 | Day 8: DepartureToday you will be transferred back to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) in time for your flight. Start Planning your Journey |
| What’s Included? All game drives; vehicle; park entry fees; accommodation at lodges/tented camps/basic camping; English speaking driver/guide; all food; drinking water; 18% VAT tax; at least 1 pair of binoculars; accommodation in Moshi/Arusha & airport transfers. | What’s Not Included?
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