Overview & Summary
Witness the raw drama of Africa unfolding across three iconic landscapes on this extraordinary 4-day safari. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a prehistoric caldera teeming with the Big Five and over 25,000 animals, where lions stalk zebras on open grasslands and endangered black rhinos graze near hippo pools. Roam the endless plains of the Serengeti, where predators lurk in golden savannahs and the Great Migration thunders across ancient migration routes. Experience Lake Manyara after dark on an exclusive night game drive, tracking elusive leopards, genet cats, and bushbabies under a blanket of stars. Your BMC TOURS & SAFARI guide ensures seamless adventure and intimate encounters with Tanzania's wildest wonders, moving at your pace through these breathtaking landscapes.
Full Itinerary
Groundwater Forest Elephants, Tree-Climbing Lions & Exclusive Night Safari
Your safari begins with a warm welcome from your BMC TOURS & SAFARI guide at the airport or your Arusha hotel around morning. Drive to Lake Manyara National Park, nestled dramatically against the Rift Valley escarpment. Explore groundwater forests and open floodplains, spotting elephants, baboons, giraffes, and famous tree-climbing lions draped over acacia branches.
Enjoy a peaceful picnic lunch overlooking the flamingo-fringed lake. Return to the park at sunset for an exclusive night game drive! Armed with spotlights, discover a hidden world emerging in darkness—genet cats stalking shadows, bushbabies leaping between branches, and servals or leopards beginning their nightly hunt before heading to your Karatu lodge.
Dinner and overnight at Marera Valley Lodge
Highland Crater Views, Serengeti Naabi Gate & Central Plains Sunset Drive
After a leisurely breakfast, begin your journey to legendary Serengeti National Park through the stunning Ngorongoro Highlands, stopping to absorb panoramic views of volcanic craters and traditional Maasai homesteads. Descend onto vast plains where the horizon stretches into eternity.
Enjoy a scenic bush picnic lunch along the way before continuing game viewing into Central Serengeti. Arrive at camp in the late afternoon with time to settle in before an evening golden hour drive across predator-rich savannahs, followed by dinner under a blanket of stars.
Overnight at Osinon Serengeti Camp
Seronera River Big Cats, Kopjes Lion Tracking & Ngorongoro Rim Lodge Stay
Wake naturally to the sounds of the bush for a full day of unhurried exploration across Serengeti's diverse habitats. Track lions resting near Kopjes, cheetahs scanning from termite mounds, and leopards draped in acacia branches along Seronera riverine forests.
Enjoy a peaceful picnic lunch under a shady acacia tree. In the late afternoon, begin your scenic drive toward the Ngorongoro Highlands, ascending into cool mountain air to your crater-rim lodge with breathtaking caldera views anticipating tomorrow's descent.
Overnight at Ngorongoro Safari Lodge
Caldera Floor Big Five Safari, Ngoitokitok Hippo Picnic & Arusha Drop-off
After early breakfast with spectacular crater views, descend 600m onto the Ngorongoro Crater floor for a half-day game drive. Teeming with over 25,000 animals including lions, elephants, black rhinos, hippos, and flamingos at Lake Magadi.
Enjoy a scenic picnic lunch at Ngoitokitok Springs watching hippos surface meters away. Ascend the crater rim in the early afternoon and return to Arusha for flexible drop-off at your hotel or airport, marking the end of your unforgettable safari.
END OF OUR SERVICESInclusions & Exclusions
Included
- Professional English-speaking BMC TOURS & SAFARI guide
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Airport and hotel pickup and drop-off in Arusha
- All park entry fees for Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater
- Ngorongoro Crater descent fee and crater service fee
- Night game drive permit and fees for Lake Manyara
- 3 nights' accommodation (1 night Karatu, 1 night Central Serengeti, 1 night Ngorongoro Rim)
- Meals: 3 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners (including picnic lunches)
- Bottled drinking water throughout your safari
- All government taxes and levies
Excluded
- International and domestic flights
- Tanzania visa fees
- Travel and medical insurance
- Tips for your guide and lodge staff
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Personal expenses such as souvenirs and laundry
- Accommodation in Arusha before or after the safari
- Optional activities not mentioned
Optional Activities
