11-day Ultimate Photographic SAfari
Northern Safari Itinerary: 11 Days Ultimate Photographic Safari.
Highlights
Embark on an unforgettable 11-day safari through Tanzania’s top wildlife destinations. From the iconic Serengeti, where the Big Five roam, to the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, every moment is a photographer’s dream. Witness the Great Migration as wildebeest and zebras cross the Mara River, facing crocodiles and big cats in a dramatic survival spectacle.
Explore Lake Manyara, Tarangire, and Arusha National Parks, each offering stunning landscapes and incredible wildlife. With expert guides and comfortable stays, this journey ensures spectacular shots and lasting memories.
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Day 1: Arrival at Moshi or Arusha town
When you arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, our friendly driver will be there to greet you with a sign that has your name on it. You’ll be whisked away to the Hotel, where you can settle in and unwind. Later on, our passionate safari coordinators/your safari guide will give you a fun pre-safari briefing, sharing all the exciting adventures that await you. Take some time to relax in the beautiful surroundings of Moshi or Arusha town, complete with a swimming pool, a garden, a cosy bar, and a welcoming restaurant. We can’t wait to make your stay unforgettable!
Accommodation: Hotel in Moshi
Meal: B, L & D
Day 2: Hotel to Arusha National Park
After a nourishing breakfast, embark on a journey to Arusha National Park, where diverse landscapes, from lush forests to the breathtaking Momella Lakes, await you. Here, you can undertake a walking safari, offering a unique perspective on the vibrant flora and fauna that thrive in this remarkable sanctuary. Experience the thrill of game viewing with the chance to encounter graceful giraffes, majestic buffaloes, and playful primates, all set against the stunning backdrop of Mount Meru. In the afternoon, you’ll drive to Arusha town for a comfortable overnight stay, a perfect time to reflect on the day’s unforgettable experiences.
Accommodation: Hotel in Moshi
Meal: B, L & D
Day 3: Arusha National Park to Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park is a land of giants, and here you will focus on elephants, baobab trees, lions, cheetahs, and colourful birds. Also, a sunset photography session by the Tarangire River will be waiting for you here. After a day of exciting game drives and wildlife viewing, you’ll return to Karatu for an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Hotel in Karatu Town
Meal: B, L & D
Day 4: Tarangire to Northern Serengeti (Kogatenge).
After breakfast, you will begin your journey to the Northern Serengeti, passing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. As you travel through this diverse landscape, enjoy a game drive where you may encounter a variety of wildlife. In the afternoon, continue to explore the stunning scenery of the Serengeti and its abundant wildlife as you make your way north. This will allow you to see the Serengeti’s nocturnal wildlife, including hyenas and owls, and the chance to view lions from a different perspective
Accommodation: Lodges or Campsites in Kogatende
Meal: B, L & D
Day 5: Full day in Kogatende following the River crossing migration.
July through September is the best season to witness wildebeest migration across the Mara River in the Northern Serengeti
Accommodation: Lodges or Campsites in Kogatende
Meal: B, L & D
Day 6 & 7: Kogatende to Central Serengeti (SERONERA)
After breakfast, you’ll drive to the Central Serengeti, renowned for its dense wildlife populations and breathtaking landscapes. Spend another full day exploring the park’s wide variety of habitats, from rolling plains to riverine woodlands, and enjoy exceptional game-viewing opportunities. Look out for the “Big Five” and other iconic species such as lions, leopards, and elephants. The central region’s abundant wildlife and stunning vistas provide a fantastic photographic backdrop. In the late afternoon, return to your lodge or camp for a relaxing evening
Accommodation: Lodges or Campsite in Seronera
Meal: B, L & D
Day 8: Half day in Eastern Serengeti, then Ngorongoro conservation area.
After breakfast, you’ll embark on a half-day game drive, exploring both the Eastern Serengeti regions. Start with Eastern Serengeti, which offers stunning panoramas and different wildlife viewing opportunities. Enjoy sightings of diverse species and capture the beauty of these iconic areas. After lunch, you’ll drive from the Serengeti to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area for the overnight, where you will get a chance to visit Maasai Boma and experience the Maasai dancing style and tradition.
Accommodation: Lodges or Campsite in Ngorongoro Area
Meal: B, L & D
Day 9: Ngorongoro Crater, then Karatu Town
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a thrilling game drive in this UNESCO World Heritage Site, renowned for its rich wildlife and stunning landscapes. Expect to see an array of animals, including lions, rhinos, and elephants, within the crater’s unique ecosystem. After a day of exploration, you’ll drive to Karatu for an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Accommodation: Lodges in Karatu town
Meal: B, L & D
Day 10: Hotel to Manyara, then departure
Lake Manyara – Flamingos & Tree-Climbing Lions. After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara for a game drive in Lake Manyara National Park with a focus on Tree-climbing lions, flamingos, diverse bird species, Hippos in the lake, and monkeys in the groundwater forest
Accommodation: Lodges or Hotel in Arusha town
Meal: B, L & D
Day 11: Departure
If your flight will be on the same day, during the evening, your driver will drive you to the airport to catch your flight back home. But if your flight is on the next day, you will either overnight in Arusha or Moshi town then, the next day, the driver will pick you up and drive to the airport, ready to fly back home.
Package Includes:-
- Transfers in both directions between the International Airport.
- Transfers in both directions between the International Airport.
- Accommodation at the lodge in Arusha.
- Extended 4 x 4 safari jeep with pop-up roof for game viewing
- Professional English, France, German Speaker safari guide
- Entrance fees to all national parks and Crater fees.
- All meals while on safari and mineral drinking water during the safari.
- Government taxes
Package Excludes:-
- Accommodation in Arusha can be arranged upon request.
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Local flights. Local flights can be arranged upon request.
- Visa fees
- International flight
- Tips
- Personal spending monies for souvenirs etc. Travel Insurance
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