BEST TIME TO VISIT; JANUARY - MARCH
The Ndutu Lake area to in the west of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area has particularly strong hold of Cheetah and Lion populations as well as small cats.
The annual Ungulate migration passes through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area of Ndutu Plains where by most of the wildebeest calving is taking place in between January and March depends on weather due to the richness of the soil, Water and Short Grass. With over 1.8 million Wildebeest 600,000 Zebra and 470,000 gazelles moving south planes in December.Due to the monsoon rains the heard start moving north in June. This movement changes seasonally with the rains, but the migration traverses almost the entire plains in search of food.
The woodland like island it great place for Birding. The area is full of Acacia trees whereby some time Lion can be seen enjoying breeze up the tree.We have two Lakes Magadi and Maseki Both alkaline and such great place for seen Flamingoes and other Water birds.Across the plain you will get chance to explore different types of migratory birds after the Rain Coming all the way from Europe.
Day 1: ARRIVAL-ARUSHA.
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met by your driver and transferred to Arusha.Settle into your accommodation, ready to start your safari journey proper in the morning.
Sample Accommodations: Arusha Planet Lodge, The African Tulip Hotel, Arusha Villa and Arusha Coffee Lodge.
Day 2: TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK.
After early breakfast, you will depart for a full day of game drive in Tarangire National Park with picnic lunch.This park has the largest concentration of elephants, often seen bathing in the Tarangire river, lots of giraffes, monkeys, impalas, and many birds. It is also one of the best places to see lions, leopards, and lions. In the late afternoon, drive to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.
Sample Accommodations: Maramboi Tented Lodge, Tarangire Safari Lodge, Ndovu Tented Lodge and Mpingo Ridge
Day 3. SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK.
Depart this morning after breakfast to Serengeti National Park with picnic lunch. This part is famous for the abundance of lions and leopards that can usually be seen quite easily. Game viewing in this central area is spectacular all year round. Enjoy the views of endless plains and stunning wildlife like cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, hippos, ostrich, aardvark, pangolin and many more. Dinner and overnight will be at Serengeti.
Sample Accommodations: Nyikani Central Camp, Sametu Camp, Ole Serai Turner Springs and Nanyukie Tented Lodge
Day 4. SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK.
Wake up early in the morning for a cup of coffee/tea and snacks then collect your picnic breakfast and depart for a game drive. Animals are normally seen right from the camp and in the early morning, you still have chances to see them active. Serengeti is the park with the largest concentration of big mammals in the world and it is where you will see most of your exciting wildlife. The sightings in the central Serengeti will include pride of lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes, hippos, impalas, dik-dik, monkeys, baboons, gazelles, warthogs, and many more. You will return to camp for hot lunch and a short siesta, then depart for another game drive in the afternoon. In the evening again you will seat with your guide at the fireplace and get some information about Tanzania from the pre-colonial time to independence until now. Dinner and overnight will be at Serengeti.
Sample Accommodations: Nyikani Central Camp, Sametu Camp, Ole Serai, Turner Springs and Nanyukie Tented Lodge
Day 5. NDUTU PLAINS.
After breakfast drive to Ndutu Plains. The area has high densities of cheetahs and lions particularly when the wildebeest inhabit these plains from December to March. There are two beautiful sodic lakes in the vicinity. Being in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area (NCA) you will be able to drive off road – a great advantage for getting close up to Africa’s large mammals! This area is also the traditional birthing ground for the wildebeest, which are attracted to the area by the high concentrations of phosphorus in the soil, an essential mineral for lactating mothers. It is one of the greatest places in Africa to sit around a campfire and listen to the night sounds under a sky full of stars. Dinner and overnight at Ndutu.
Sample Accommodations: Nyikani Migration Camp – Ndutu, Ndutu Safari Lodge, Lake Masek Tented Lodge and Lemala Ndutu Camp
Day 6. NDUTU PLAINS.
You will enjoy two full days in the Ndutu Plains. The area has high densities of cheetahs and lions particularly when the wildebeest inhabit these plains from December to March. There are two beautiful sodic lakes in the vicinity. Being in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area (NCA) you will be able to drive off road – a great advantage for getting close up to Africa’s large mammals! This area is also the traditional birthing ground for the wildebeest, which are attracted to the area by the high concentrations of phosphorus in the soil, an essential mineral for lactating mothers. It is one of the greatest places in Africa to sit around a campfire and listen to the night sounds under a sky full of stars. Dinner and overnight at Ndutu.
Sample Accommodations: Nyikani Migration Camp – Ndutu, Ndutu Safari Lodge, Lake Masek Tented Lodge and Lemala Ndutu Camp
Day 7. NDUTU PLAINS.
You will enjoy two full days in the Ndutu Plains. The area has high densities of cheetahs and lions particularly when the wildebeest inhabit these plains from December to March. There are two beautiful sodic lakes in the vicinity. Being in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area (NCA) you will be able to drive off road – a great advantage for getting close up to Africa’s large mammals! This area is also the traditional birthing ground for the wildebeest, which are attracted to the area by the high concentrations of phosphorus in the soil, an essential mineral for lactating mothers. It is one of the greatest places in Africa to sit around a campfire and listen to the night sounds under a sky full of stars. Dinner and overnight at Ndutu.
Sample Accommodations: Nyikani Migration Camp – Ndutu, Ndutu Safari Lodge, Lake Masek Tented Lodge and Lemala Ndutu Camp
Day 8. NGORONGORO CRATER.
Today you set off towards the Ngorongoro Crater for your last game drive with picnic lunch. It shelters close to 30.000 animals including the Big Five. The crater teems with zebras, buffaloes, lions, wildebeest, baboons, elephants, flamingos, ostriches, hippos, cheetahs, and also the rare black rhino. The beautiful colors and dancing clouds make the crater almost surreal. Because of its natural beauty, the Ngorongoro Crater is chosen as one of Africa’s Seven Natural Wonders. In the late afternoon, you drive to Karatu for dinner and overnight.
Sample Accommodations: Marera Valley Lodge, Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge, Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge and Lion’s Paw Camp
Day 9. ARUSHA.
After breakfast, you drive to Arusha, arriving in time for lunch at Kibo Palace Hotel. After lunch, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport for your departure flight.
END OF OUR SERVICE.
All meals and Accommodations during the entire safari. |
A very high-quality safari Land Cruiser with pop up roof. |
A high experienced safari guide. |
Unlimited cold mineral water during the entire safari. |
Small Refrigerator. |
Tea and Coffee during the entire safari. |
All park fees for all National Parks. |
Binoculars and bean bags for propping cameras are available in the vehicle/s. |
Radio calls capability when out of cell phone range. |
Continuous charging system for cameras, cell phones and computers. |
Guaranteed window seating with open top. |
Unlimited game drive. |
International flight/s. |
Local flight/s. |
Airport taxes. |
Bank transfer fees/credit card fees. |
Bills printed before the year 2006 are not accepted in Tanzania. |
Visa. |
Laundry. |
Optional activities provided by hotels/Lodges/Camps. |
Optional Hot Air Ballooning. |
Gratuities for Driver Guide / Porter age / Waiters at Hotels / Lodges / Camps. |
Travel Insurance. |
Any other things not mentioned above |