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Offered by - Desert Dates Safaris
Tour Features
Embark on an 8-day safari adventure to Ndutu, nestled between Serengeti and Ngorongoro. Starting from Arusha, explore Tarangire National Park, home to large elephant herds and baobab trees. Continue to the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO site with diverse wildlife including black rhinos and flamingos. Journey to the Ndutu region, famed for the Great Wildebeest Migration, where you’ll witness the calving season as vast herds of wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles traverse the plains. Enjoy multiple game drives across Ndutu and Serengeti, offering unmatched opportunities to spot predators like lions and cheetahs. This tour provides an intimate connection to Tanzania’s natural wonders, with breathtaking landscapes and unforgettable wildlife encounters. Perfect for nature lovers and photographers alike.
| Mid-Range tour | This mid-range tour includes comfortable lodges and tented camps. |
| Cannot be customized | The accommodations and destinations of this tour cannot be changed. |
| Private tour | This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others. |
| Solo travel available | Solo travelers can book this tour. |
| Scheduled departures | This tour starts on fixed start dates only. |
| Minimum age required | The minimum age for this tour is 5 years. |
| Transportation | This tour uses: Pop-up roof 4x4. |
Route & Activities
Tanzania
Activities Included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
| Day | Accommodation | Meals |
Tarangire sopa lodge No images available | All Meals Included with Drinks | |
serena safari lodge No images available | All Meals Included with Drinks | |
ndutu wildness camp No images available | All Meals Included with Drinks | |
Ndutu wildness camp No images available | All Meals Included with Drinks | |
crater rim view No images available | All Meals Included with Drinks | |
Mid-Range Accommodation No images available | Breakfast & Lunch Included with Drinks | |
| 8-DAYS | 7 No images available | Lunch & Dinner Included |
Arrival (See Getting There for more details)
- A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Day - DAY-2Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park The adventure truly begins on day two, as you leave Arusha and make your way to Tarangire National Park, an approximately two-hour drive away. Known for its vast elephant herds and ancient, towering baobab trees, Tarangire offers a distinct landscape that is a favorite among many safari-goers. The park is home to diverse wildlife, including lions, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, and more. During the dry season, the Tarangire River becomes a magnet for wildlife, attracting large numbers of animals in search of water. Spend the day exploring the park on a game drive, weaving through savannahs and acacia woodlands, while keeping an eye out for predators stalking prey. Bird enthusiasts will also be treated to a spectacular array of birdlife. Overnight: Tarangire (Lodge or camp)
Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
Accommodation: Tarangire sopa lodge
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included with Drinks
- Day - DAY-3Day 3: Tarangire to Lake Manyara National Park After a delicious breakfast, you'll head towards Lake Manyara National Park, a smaller but incredibly scenic park nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment. The drive from Tarangire to Manyara takes approximately two hours. Upon arrival, you will notice the unique diversity of landscapes in the park, ranging from dense forests to a soda lake that shimmers pink from the thousands of flamingos that gather there. Lake Manyara is known for its famous tree-climbing lions, which are often seen lounging in the branches of acacia trees. In addition to lions, the park is home to large herds of elephants, hippos, and many species of primates, including baboons and blue monkeys. A highlight of the day will be a drive along the lake, where you’ll see hippos wallowing, and pelicans and other water birds feeding along the shore. Overnight: Lake Manyara (Lodge or camp)
Accommodation: Tarangire sopa lodge
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included with Drinks
- Day - Day-4Day 4: Lake Manyara to Ndutu (Southern Serengeti) After an early breakfast, you will embark on a drive towards the Ndutu region, located in the southern part of the Serengeti ecosystem. This area is a seasonal hub for wildlife, particularly from December to March, when the Great Migration passes through. The drive will take you through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area, offering stunning views of the rolling highlands before descending into the vast plains. Arriving in Ndutu by the afternoon, you’ll embark on your first game drive in the region. The open plains are teeming with wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, and other herbivores, which in turn attract predators like lions, cheetahs, and hyenas. In these months, the Ndutu plains are also the site of calving season, when hundreds of thousands of wildebeest give birth, making for spectacular wildlife action. Overnight: Ndutu (Luxury tented camp)
Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Tarangire sopa lodge
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included with Drinks
- Day - Day-5Day 5: Full-Day Safari in Ndutu – Great Migration Today, you’ll spend a full day exploring the wonders of Ndutu, which forms part of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and shares an ecosystem with the Serengeti. This region is a key part of the Great Migration route, a wildlife spectacle where over 1.5 million wildebeest, along with hundreds of thousands of zebras and gazelles, traverse the Serengeti in search of fresh grazing lands. Calving season takes place between January and March, and you'll have the chance to witness the heartwarming and dramatic moments as newborn wildebeest take their first steps, while predators like lions, cheetahs, and hyenas wait to pounce on vulnerable prey. Game drives in Ndutu offer some of the best wildlife viewing experiences as you’ll often be surrounded by vast herds and see predator-prey interactions in real-time. Overnight: Ndutu (Luxury tented camp)
Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Tarangire sopa lodge
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included with Drinks
- Day - Day-6Day 6: Full-Day Safari in Ndutu – Predator Tracking Another day in the wilds of Ndutu, focusing on tracking predators. The region is home to numerous predators, especially during the migration season, and is known for its spectacular opportunities to spot lions, leopards, and cheetahs. In particular, Ndutu is one of the best places in Africa to see cheetahs in action, as they roam the open plains hunting gazelles. Your expert guide will help you follow the movements of these predators, whether lounging under trees or stalking prey through the tall grass. The wide-open landscape provides fantastic photographic opportunities, especially during the golden hours of early morning and late afternoon when the light is perfect. Overnight: Ndutu (Luxury tented camp)
Accommodation: Tarangire sopa lodge
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included with Drinks
- Day - Day-7Day 7: Ndutu to Ngorongoro Crater After breakfast, you'll bid farewell to Ndutu and journey towards the famous Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s natural wonders and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This immense caldera, created by a collapsed volcano millions of years ago, forms a unique ecosystem with its own micro-climate and diverse wildlife. Descend 600 meters into the crater floor, which is home to over 25,000 large animals, including elephants, rhinos, hippos, lions, and leopards. The crater provides excellent opportunities to see the Big Five – lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino – in a single day. The crater's soda lake, Lake Magadi, attracts flocks of flamingos, while the Lerai Forest provides a habitat for elephants and monkeys. A picnic lunch on the crater floor adds a special touch to your adventure. Overnight: Ngorongoro (Lodge or camp on the crater rim)
Accommodation: Tarangire sopa lodge
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included with Drinks
- Day - Day-8Day 8: Return to Arusha After a final breakfast on the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, you'll begin your drive back to Arusha. Enjoy the scenic drive through the highlands and take in your last views of Tanzania’s beautiful landscapes. Once in Arusha, you’ll have some time to shop for souvenirs or relax at your lodge before being transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight. This marks the end of your incredible 8-day safari through Ndutu, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, and Ngorongoro – an unforgettable experience filled with remarkable wildlife, stunning landscapes, and the magic of Tanzania
Main Destination: Arusha
Accommodation: Tarangire sopa lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & Lunch Included with Drinks
- Day 8-DAYS - DAY-1Day 1: Arrival in Arusha Your adventure begins with your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you will be warmly welcomed by your guide. After a short briefing about the safari ahead, you’ll be transferred to your hotel in Arusha. This bustling town, often considered the gateway to Tanzania’s northern safari circuit, lies at the foot of Mount Meru and provides the perfect starting point for your safari. Spend the rest of the day relaxing, either at your hotel or exploring Arusha's vibrant markets and cultural experiences. Enjoy your evening in the cool highlands, preparing for the days of adventure to come. Overnight: Arusha (Lodge or hotel)
Main Destination: Arusha
Accommodation: 7
Meals & Drinks: Lunch & Dinner Included
End of tour (See Getting There for more details)
- Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
- A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
Includes
- 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 optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Excludes
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
Rates Per Person
Nov 1, 2024 - Nov 9, 2024
*n/a = not available. This tour is unavailable for solo travelers.
Includes
- 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 optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Excludes
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.
Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.
Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
This tour starts in Arusha and ends in Arusha, Tanzania
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.
Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.
Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
This tour starts in Arusha and ends in Arusha, Tanzania
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
Offered By
Desert Dates Safaris
Tanzania
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