Serengeti Birds + Big Game - 10 Days Tanzania Birding and Wildlife Safari
Serengeti Birds and Big Game
Serengeti Birds + Big Game - 10 Days Tanzania Birding and Wildlife Safari
Serengeti Birds and Big Game
Highlights
- A full northern circuit safari built for birders and wildlife lovers.
- Lake Manyara for forest birds, waterbirds, and raptors.
- Multiple Serengeti days for savannah birds, big cats, and epic landscapes.
- Ngorongoro Crater for close wildlife viewing and varied birdlife.
- Tarangire for raptors and classic savannah birds plus elephants.
- Private vehicle and flexible timing for birding stops and photography.
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Arusha - Birding Briefing
Arrive in Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport and meet your private guide. Transfer to your hotel, do a short birding-focused briefing, and rest.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Will be arranged according to your preferences
Day 2
Lake Manyara National Park - Birding Drive
Head to Lake Manyara for birding and wildlife. Look for forest specials, waterbirds, and raptors, with flexible stops for viewing and photos.
Meals: Breakfast • Lunch
Accommodation: Will be arranged according to your preferences
Day 3
Lake Manyara - Serengeti (En-route Birding Safari)
Travel toward the Serengeti with birding and wildlife viewing along the way. Arrive 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 - Birds and Big Cats
A full day in the Serengeti with a mix of birding and big game focus. Your guide helps you target key habitats and species.
Meals: Breakfast • Dinner
Accommodation: Will be arranged according to your preferences
Day 5
Serengeti Full Day - Deeper Exploration
Another full Serengeti day. More time means more species, better light, and stronger chances for big cat action.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Will be arranged according to your preferences
Day 6
Serengeti Full Day - Plains, Rivers, and Raptors
Enjoy a full day exploring different Serengeti areas. Look for raptors, colorful savannah birds, and classic wildlife scenes.
Meals: Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
Accommodation: Will be arranged according to your preferences
Day 7
Serengeti - Ngorongoro Highlands
Start with a morning Serengeti drive, then travel to the Ngorongoro highlands. Bird in changing habitats along the route and enjoy crater views.
Meals: Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
Accommodation: Will be arranged according to your preferences
Day 8
Ngorongoro Crater Safari
Descend early into the crater for a full game drive. Great for close wildlife viewing and a wide range of birdlife in one dramatic setting.
Meals: Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
Accommodation: Will be arranged according to your preferences
Day 9
Tarangire National Park - Raptors and Savannah Birds
Drive to Tarangire for birding and wildlife. Tarangire is excellent for raptors, colorful savannah birds, and elephant sightings.
Meals: Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
Accommodation: Will be arranged according to your preferences
Day 10
Return to Arusha
Enjoy a final morning birding session, then drive back to Arusha. Arrive in time for departure or an overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
Accommodation: —
Inclusions
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with a professional driver-guide
- All park fees and crater service fee
- 9 nights accommodation - Will be arranged according to your preferences
- Meals as indicated in the itinerary
- Bottled drinking water during activities and game drives
- All government taxes
Exclusions
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses (laundry, souvenirs, etc.)
- Drinks (unless included by your lodge/camp)
- Binoculars and personal birding gear
- Tips and gratuities
Booking
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Serengeti Birds and Big Game
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- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with a professional driver-guide
- All park fees and crater service fee
- 9 nights accommodation - Will be arranged according to your preferences
- Meals as indicated in the itinerary
- Bottled drinking water during activities and game drives
- All government taxes
FAQs
Is this safari more birding or more wildlife?
It is balanced. Birding is a key focus, but you also get strong big game time in Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Tarangire.
What is the best time for birding?
November to April is excellent for birding with migratory species present. Birding is possible year-round.
Is this trip private?
Yes. You will have a private vehicle and professional guide throughout, with flexible stops for birding.
Can you add Lake Natron or more birding areas?
Yes. We can extend the trip to include Lake Natron or other hotspots based on your birding goals.
