Serengeti Big Cats & Lake Manyara - 9 Days Safari Experience
Serengeti Big Cats & Lake Manyara
Serengeti Big Cats & Lake Manyara - 9 Days Safari Experience
Serengeti Big Cats & Lake Manyara
Highlights
- Extra Serengeti time for big cats, sunrise drives, and calm pacing.
- Tarangire for elephants and baobab landscapes.
- Ngorongoro Crater for close wildlife viewing and dramatic scenery.
- Lake Manyara for green views, baboons, and rich birdlife.
- Private vehicle throughout for flexible timing and better sightings.
- Well-paced itinerary with time to enjoy each place.
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Arusha - Welcome & Rest
Arrive in Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport and meet your private guide. Transfer to your hotel for a relaxed start, briefing, and time to rest.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Will be arranged according to your preferences
Day 2
Arusha - Tarangire National Park
Drive to Tarangire for a full game drive among elephants, baobabs, and river wildlife. Later, head to your accommodation for dinner and rest.
Meals: Breakfast • Lunch
Accommodation: Will be arranged according to your preferences
Day 3
Tarangire - Serengeti (En-route Safari)
Travel toward the Serengeti with wildlife viewing on the way. Enter the Serengeti for an afternoon game drive and settle into camp.
Meals: Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
Accommodation: Will be arranged according to your preferences
Day 4
Serengeti Full Day Safari
A full day of private game drives in the Serengeti. Your guide focuses on prime big cat areas and the best sightings, with flexible timing.
Meals: Breakfast • Dinner
Accommodation: Will be arranged according to your preferences
Day 5
Serengeti Full Day Safari - Big Cats Focus
Another full day in the Serengeti for deeper exploration. More time for lions, leopards, cheetahs, and the wide-open plains.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Will be arranged according to your preferences
Day 6
Serengeti Full Day Safari - Sunrise to Sunset Options
Enjoy one more day in the Serengeti. You can choose early morning drives, relaxed breaks, and afternoon drives depending on the sightings and your pace.
Meals: Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
Accommodation: Will be arranged according to your preferences
Day 7
Serengeti - Ngorongoro (Crater Rim Views)
Start with a morning game drive, then continue to Ngorongoro. Settle near the crater rim for views and a calm evening.
Meals: Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
Accommodation: Will be arranged according to your preferences
Day 8
Ngorongoro Crater Safari
Descend early into the Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable game drive. Expect buffalo, hippos, and strong lion chances in a beautiful setting.
Meals: Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
Accommodation: Will be arranged according to your preferences
Day 9
Lake Manyara - Return to Arusha
After breakfast, enjoy a game drive in Lake Manyara with green scenery, baboons, and birdlife. After the drive, return to Arusha or transfer to the airport for departure.
Meals: Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
Accommodation: —
Inclusions
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with a professional driver-guide
- All park fees and crater service fee
- 8 nights accommodation - Will be arranged according to your preferences
- Meals as indicated in the itinerary
- Bottled drinking water during game drives
- All government taxes
Exclusions
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses (laundry, souvenirs, etc.)
- Drinks (unless included by your lodge/camp)
- Tips and gratuities
Booking
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Serengeti Big Cats & Lake Manyara
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- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with a professional driver-guide
- All park fees and crater service fee
- 8 nights accommodation - Will be arranged according to your preferences
- Meals as indicated in the itinerary
- Bottled drinking water during game drives
- All government taxes
FAQs
Is this safari private?
Yes. You will have your own private vehicle and professional driver-guide throughout.
How many days do we spend in the Serengeti?
You spend multiple days in the Serengeti, giving you strong time for big cats and varied wildlife areas.
Can we upgrade accommodation?
Yes. Accommodation will be arranged according to your preferences.
Where does the safari start and end?
It starts in Arusha and ends in Arusha or at Kilimanjaro Airport, depending on your flight plan.
