4 DAY PRIVATE SAFARI - African Photography Tours

OVERVIEW

Depart to these significant African National Parks for views of the wildlife of this region. Spot tree climbing lions, hippos, elephants, zebras, warthogs and lots more. One can also do hot air balloon rides over the Serengeti Plains for endless landscapes views, miles around.

DAY 01 Arusha - Lake Manyara National Park

(130 km - 2 hours)

Pick up from your hotel in Arusha at around 08:00 am and drive on a tarmac road 130 km (2 hours) to Lake Manyara National Park (330 Km2) with packed lunch. This park is one of Tanzania’s most dramatically located African wildlife areas with a massive but shallow soda lake (covering two-thirds of the park). This small park contains five distinct vegetation zones, thus supporting a large variety of birds and animals. Lake Manyara being famous for its large flocks of flamingos provides the perfect introduction to Tanzania’s birdlife. More than 400 species have been recorded, and even a first-time visitor to Africa might reasonably expect to observe 100 of these in one day. The park is also home to tree-climbing lions, hippos, elephants, zebras, buffaloes, giraffes, baboons, Blue and Vervet monkeys, warthogs and so much more.

Dinner and overnight stay at Panorama Safari Camp or Twiga Campsite. Meal Plan: {L, D}.

DAY02 Campsite in Mto wa Mbu - Serengeti National Park

(205 km - 5 hours)

Breakfast at 07:00 am.

Pick up from the Camp at 08:00 am and then drive to the Great Serengeti National Park (14,763 sq km or 5,700 sq mile’s) with your picnic lunch packed for game drives en route via Ngorongoro Crater rim. The Serengeti National Park is arguably the most impressive wildlife sanctuary in the world. During the months from December through March, the seemingly unending plains of the southern Serengeti and the Conservation Area are inhabited by enormous herds of wildebeest and zebra; April and May in Western Corridor, June and July in Serengeti North, October and November in Lobo and Loliondo controlled Area. Yet even when the migration is quiet the Serengeti offers arguably the most scintillating game drive in Africa. As the day cools and the sky is streaked by red, gold and orange hues, you may be surprised by the roar of a lion, a galloping giraffe, or the high pitched giggling of hyenas fighting over a kill.

Dinner and overnight stay at Serengeti Seronera Campsite. Meal Plan: {B, L, D}.

DAY 03 Serengeti National Park - Ngorongoro Crater

(145km - 3 hours)

Begin with very early morning game drives in the Serengeti National Park. Proceed with breakfast at 09:00 am.

Drive with your packed lunches to Ngorongoro Crater Rim and do an afternoon game drive en route. Be one of only a few fortunate people to glide in a Hot Air Balloon over the Serengeti Plains at an extra cost. Floating silently above the awakening bush, while spotting wildlife and enjoying the amazing scenery of Africa, across rivers and over numerous small villages, this is sure to be a different way to see wildlife here.

On the way to the crater rim, you may also visit Olduvai which was the first place wherein traces of early stone tool culture were discovered. This Gorge is where the English pair, Louis and Mary Leaky pioneered excavation works. In the sixties, some of the earliest archaeological deposits of human evolution were found and a small museum documents these discoveries. You can choose to visit the Shifting Sands.

Dinner and overnight stay at Simba "A" campsite. Meal Plan: {B, L, D}.

DAY 04 Ngorongoro Crater Floor - Arusha

^{(190km - 3 hours)}

Breakfast at 06:00 am.

Descend into Ngorongoro Crater floor (19.2 km of diameter, 610 m deep, 304 sq km) for a game drive. The Ngorongoro Crater is one of the most densely crowded African wildlife areas in the world and is home to an estimated 30,000 animals including some of Tanzania’s last remaining black rhinos. Supported by year-round water supply and fodder, the Ngorongoro Crater supports a vast variety of animals, which include herds of wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, eland, warthog, hippo, and giant African elephants. Another big draw card to this picturesque crater is its huge population of predators, which include lions, hyenas, jackals, cheetahs and the ever-elusive leopard. Ngorongoro Crater is often called 'Africa's Garden of Eden' and the 5th Natural Wonder of Africa'. This breathtaking oasis provides a haven for both predator and prey to live among grasslands.

After the game drive and picnic lunches, drive to Arusha for the drop-off. Meal Plan: {B, L}

PRICING

620 USD Per Adult (* 6 people )

660 USD Per Adult (* 5 people)

710 USD Per Adult (* 4 people)

810 USD Per Adult (* 3 people)

970 USD Per Adult (* 2 people)

INCLUDED

Park fees (for non-residents).

All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional).

Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description).

All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as an optional upgrade).

Round trip airport transfer.

A professional local (Tanzanian) guide/driver.

All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional).

All Taxes/VAT

EXCLUDED

International flights (from/to the client's home country).

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour.

Tips.

Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)

TIPS

Experience Tanzania's top wildlife parks on a private budget basis. Camping Equipment is provided. Public campsites have solar electricity, built toilets and bathrooms (Hot/Cold showers). The itinerary is flexible since it is a private tour. Price VAT Inclusive