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8 Days - Tanzania Flamingos, Volcanoes, Craters, Big 5 & Bushmen Safari

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Trip Highlights

Location

  • Arusha
  • Lake Natron
  • Lake Manyara National Park
  • Mto Wa Mbu Village
  • Ngorongoro Crater
  • Serengeti Maasai Bomas
  • Olduvai Gorge
  • Serengeti National Park

Activities

  • Game Drive
  • Visit Maasai Boma 
  • Visit Olduvai Gorge Museum

DAY 1

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport

Welcome to Tanzania. Your SafariHQ drive guide will be waiting to meet you on arrival at the airport. After a short briefing, you will then drive to your lodge for your first evening in Arusha.  

Ahadi Lodge
Ahadi Lodge - Basic
Every room has now a large private bathroom, and two or four rooms can be interconnected. These rooms are very suited for families, groups and people that love the quietness in this area. The veranda offer a perfect place to enjoy the monkeys, the coffee plants and the tranquility of the area. In all rooms shampoo, soap and lotion are available. There is no Wifi at the farmhouse, guests can use the Wifi at the main building.
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Kahawa House - Comfort Plus
Conveniently located only four kms. from Arusha Airport. This homely lodge is the ideal base either on the way to the Parks, after a safari or even as a stopover on the way back home.
Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge
Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge - Luxury
Set in lush gardens amid forest and crystal clear waters on the slopes of Mount Meru, Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge is a wonderful place to relax and simmer in the immense beauty of East Africa. The Lodge has been adapted from an early colonial farmhouse built in the early 20th century and it is one of the oldest family lodges in Arusha.

Accommodation: B- Ahadi Lodge | C- Kahawa House | CP-  Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge |

DAY 2

Arusha to Natron

After a wholesome breakfast, your day will start with a short briefing and safety from your SafariHQ guide. Once the formalities are completed, you will head towards Lake Natron,  passing through Engaruka Maasai Village, made famous for its historical ruins.

On arrival at Lake Natron, put on your hiking shoes, take your camera and head down to the lake shore on foot with your Maasai Guide to photograph  the many thousands of flamingoes and other birds that frequent Lake Natron.

O/N Lake Natron

Optional

If you choose to trek Ol Doinyo Lengai, return to camp for an early dinner and rest as you will be rising at midnight to commence your trek up Ol Doinyo Lengai. Trekking occurs at this time  to avoid the extreme heat of the midday sun so be sure to take plenty of water with you and a good hat.

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Lake Natron Tented Camp - Basic
Lake Natron Tented Camp is located near Lake Natron. Lake Natron lies in the northeast of Tanzania in between the Ngorongoro Highlands and the Serengeti plains. It is situated at the base of Africa’s only active volcano Oldonyo Lengai in the Great Rift Valley.
Lake Natron Halisi Camp
Halisi Camp - Comfort
Lake Natron Halisi Camp is located on a 9-hectare concession south of Lake Natron and the village of Engaresero. The location of the camp offers fantastic views of Oldoinyo Lengai and the Rift Valley Escarpment. Tents are equipped with comfortable bedding and en-suite bathrooms.
Lake Natron Camp
Lake Natron Camp - Comfort Plus
Lake Natron Camp is a unique, ecological camp set on the edge of Lake Natron and is visually spectacular.

Accommodation: B- Natron Tented Camp  | C- Halisi Camp Lake Natron | CP-  Lake Natron Tented Camp 

DAY 3

Lake Natron to Mto Wa Mbu 

Spend the morning  with a Maasai guide learning about the Hominid Footprints which are a short walk from the campsite. Footprints of early hominids have been preserved in cooling volcanic lava not to mention many species of wildlife, some of which are now extinct. Return to camp for a late breakfast, heading off again for a short walk to the waterfalls for a refreshing swim.  Return to camp for an early lunch. Drive along the Great Rift Valley wall to Lake Manyara where we will setup camp for the night.

Optional Ol Doinyo Lengai Trek Itinerary

Rise at midnight to a coffee, tea and a light snack before heading off in your safari vehicle to the foothills of Ol Doinyo Lengai where your trek to the summit will begin. The trek is quite demanding and as there is no shade on the mountain, you will need to bring a good hat and plenty of water. The terrain underfoot consists of rough scree, lava and volcanic ash, with steep gullies and furrows to negotiate. Once you reach the summit you can explore the two craters with caution, as one of them is still active. Enjoy the breathtaking views across Lake Natron and the Great Rift Valley. Descend down by mid morning to the foothills of Ol Doinyo Lengai where your safari vehicles awaits you. Transfer to Mto Wa Mbu Village for a chance to wander around some locals markets to purchase some curios before heading to camp. 

O/N Lake Manyara Accommodation

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Migunga Tented Lodge - Basic
Migunga Tented Camp is nestled in a quiet corner on the northwest of Lake Manyara. The camp is ideally situated in shade of a yellow barked acacia forest, only 5 minutes from the entrance of Lake Manyara National Park.
Manyara Wildlife Camp
Manyara Wildlife Camp - Comfort
Manyara Wildlife Camp is one of the most desired camps in the Lake Manyara area and is situated along the Great Rift Valley escarpment overlooking the Lake Manyara. The lodge offers tented rooms and cottages, all with en-suite bathrooms. The lodge also has a pool.
Lake Manyara Kilimamoja Lodge
Kilimamoja Lodge - Comfort Plus
Nestled on the rim of the Great African Rift Valley with stunning views over Lake Manyara, Mount Meru and Mount Kilimanjaro on a clear day. The lodge is set on pristine lush green gardens and local vegetation with over 130 species of birds. All rooms are tastefully decorated with all the amenities one would expect in a 5 star lodge, inclusive of inside and outside shower, bath, air conditioning, fire places, Wi-Fi, mini bar, safe and private balcony

Accommodation: B- Migunga Tented Lodge C- Manyara Safari Camp | CP-  Kilimamoja Lodge 

DAY 4

Lake Eyasi & Lake Manyara National Park

After an early breakfast you will drive to Lake Eyasi. This small area is inhabited by the Hadzabe, Datoga and Watindiga, who live in small groups hunting with bow and arrow and gathering roots, tubers and wild fruits much as their ancestors did during the Stone Age. We will spend the morning with the Hadzabe bushmen. Their language consists of unique clicking sounds and pops. A visit to their camp is like a step back in time that you will find fascinating and informative. They are warm and friendly and believe it or not – they do not believe in chiefs or leaders. Everyone is equal in their tribe. You have the option to join a hunting tour with this nomadic tribe.

Drive back to Mto Wa Mbu Village in time for a traditional food tasting lunch. In the afternoon we will enter Lake Manyara National Park for an afternoon of game viewing. Lake Manyara is situated on right of the escarpment of the Great Rift Valley and is famous for its tree climbing lions, elephants and many species of primates including vervet monkey, blue monkey and the largest baboon troop ever documented.  

O/N Lake Manyara Accommodation

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Migunga Tented Lodge - Basic
Migunga Tented Camp is nestled in a quiet corner on the northwest of Lake Manyara. The camp is ideally situated in shade of a yellow barked acacia forest, only 5 minutes from the entrance of Lake Manyara National Park.
Manyara Wildlife Camp
Manyara Wildlife Safari Camp - Comfort
Manyara Wildlife Camp is one of the most desired camps in the Lake Manyara area and is situated along the Great Rift Valley escarpment overlooking the Lake Manyara. The lodge offers tented rooms and cottages, all with en-suite bathrooms. The lodge also has a pool.
Lake Manyara Kilimamoja Lodge
Kilimamoja Lodge Lake Manyara
Nestled on the rim of the Great African Rift Valley with stunning views over Lake Manyara, Mount Meru and Mount Kilimanjaro on a clear day. Kilimamoja Lodge is set on pristine lush green gardens and local vegetation with over 130 species of birds. All rooms are tastefully decorated with all the amenities one would expect in a 5 star lodge, inclusive of inside and outside shower, bath, air conditioning, fire places, Wi-Fi, mini bar, safe and private balcony

Accommodation: B- Migunga Tented Lodge C- Manyara Safari Camp | CP-  Kilimamoja Lodge 

DAY 5

Serengeti National Park

After breakfast you will head towards Serengeti National Park, stopping along the way at a Maasai village before heading to Serengeti National Park for an afternoon of game viewing in the central Serengeti. The Serengeti is unequalled for its beauty and scientific value and has come to symbolise the classic African safari. 

O/N Serengeti Accommodation

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Thorn Tree Camp - Basic
Thorn Tree Camp is a basic tented safari camp permanently located in the central Serengeti National Park. The camp is open year round; offering traditional Tanzanian hospitality and great food. The entire camp is powered by solar including hot water and electricity.
Pumzika Camp
Pumzika Classic Safari Camp
Under canvas, seasonal and intimate, Pumzika safari camp captures the essence of classic mobile tented safaris, reminiscent of safaris in the old days. The camp is located in a secluded area of the Central Serengeti. All tents have en-suites and solar power 24hrs
Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge
Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge - Comfort Plus
Kubu Kubu is fresh and modern Tented Camp with African decorative styling that creates a bright and welcoming atmosphere. The lodge 25 Spacious tents with private en-suites and sweeping views over the Serengeti. The lodge also has a nice swimming pool to cool off after a day on safari.

Accommodation: B- Thorn Tree Camp C- Pumzika Class Serengeti Camp | CP-  Kubu Kubu or Lahia Tented Lodge

DAY 6

Serengeti National Park

Rise at dawn to enjoy a early morning game drive in the Serengeti National Park. At sunrise you may encounter animals grazing in the beautiful light of sunrise and predators may still be busy hunting before retiring to rest for the day.  Sunrise on the Serengeti is not to be missed and extraordinary photographic opportunities will abound at this magical time of day. You have the option to return to the camp for a hot lunch or to opt for a packed lunch which can be enjoyed at one of the various picnic sites found in the Serengeti. After lunch you will continue on a game drive.

O/N Serengeti Accommodation

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Thorn Tree Tented Camp - Basic
Thorn Tree Camp is a basic tented safari camp permanently located in the central Serengeti National Park. The camp is open year round; offering traditional Tanzanian hospitality and great food. The entire camp is powered by solar including hot water and electricity.
Pumzika Camp
Pumzika Classic Safari Camp - Comfort
Under canvas, seasonal and intimate, Pumzika safari camp captures the essence of classic mobile tented safaris, reminiscent of safaris in the old days. The camp is located in a secluded area of the Central Serengeti. All tents have en-suites and solar power 24hrs
Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge
Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge - Comfort Plus
Kubu Kubu is fresh and modern Tented Camp with African decorative styling that creates a bright and welcoming atmosphere. The lodge 25 Spacious tents with private en-suites and sweeping views over the Serengeti. The lodge also has a nice swimming pool to cool off after a day on safari.

Accommodation:
Accommodation: B – Thorn Tree Camp |  C – Pumzika Class Serengeti Camp | CP –  Kubu Kubu or Lahia Tented Lodge 

DAY 7

Serengeti National Park  to Ngorongoro

Spend the early morning game viewing in the Serengeti, returning to camp mid morning to enjoy breakfast. After breakfast, enjoy a game drive en-route through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area to the Ngorongoro Crater Rim. Just after lunch we descend 600 metres into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for an afternoon game drive. A breathtaking natural wonder the 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 rhino. Another big draw card to this picturesque conservation Area is the Ngorongoro Crater is one of the few places left in East Africa that you can see the BIG 5 all in one park. Ascend the crater in the late afternoon and depart for your accommodation.

 O/N Ngorongoro Highlands or Crater Rim

Endoro Lodge Ngorongoro
Endoro Lodge
Endoro Lodge is a private, elegent and tranquil lodge located in the Ngorongoro Highlands. It offers spacious rooms, a nice swimming pool and is conveniently located only a short drive to the Ngorongoro Crater.
Tloma Lodge
Tloma Lodge - Comfort
The lodge is similar to an old colonial farm offering guests a relaxing, quiet atmosphere surrounded by beautiful gardens. In total there are 34 spacious rooms with en-suite bathrooms and private veranda’s. All rooms have views to the Ngorongoro Highlands.
Pakulala Camp Ngorongoro
Pakulala Tented Camp - Comfort Plus
Pakulala Camp is elegant, understated and modern. The tents offer an elegant fusion of modern and classic design. Pakulala Camp is a luxury mobile camp located on the Ngorongoro Crater rim itself facing the Ngorongoro Crater with unrivalled views of the Ngorongoro Crater.

Accommodation:
B – Endoro Lodge |  C – Tloma Lodge | CP – Pakulala Camp Ngorongoro Crater Rim

DAY 8

 Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

At Sunrise, we descend 600 metres into the spectacular  Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive. A breathtaking natural wonder the 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 rhino. Another big draw card to this picturesque conservation Area is the Ngorongoro Crater is one of the few places left in East Africa that you can see the BIG 5 all in one park. Ascend the crater in the early afternoon and depart for Arusha where the wildlife safari concludes.

Set Your Own Pace and Choose Your Own Style of Comfort

INCLUDED:

  • Lodge Accommodation 6N 
  • Meals – 6 Breakfasts, 6 lunches, 5 dinners
  • Game drives
  • Mto Wa Mbu Village
  • Traditional Food Tasting 
  • Maasai Boma Village 
  • Olduvai Gorge Museum 
  • Vehicle fees 
  • Park & Concession fees 
  • Guide fees 
  • AMREF Airlift 
  • Coffee & Tea 
  • Water daily 
  • Return Airport or hotel transfer 
  • Alcoholic beverages Lahia/Kubu, Neptune Ngorongoro

EXCLUDED:

  • Guide Tips 
  • Additional activities not listed in inclusions 
  • Personal items required,
  • Alcoholic beverages Arusha Villas

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