Group Tour Manyara & Serengeti

5 days—oin a group safari to Manyara, Serengeti (2 nights), and Ngorongoro. See amazing wildlife and beautiful landscapes.

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Group Safari: Manyara, Serengeti (2 Nights), Ngorongoro
This exciting group tour takes you through three of Tanzania’s most famous wildlife destinations—Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater. Each location offers unique landscapes, diverse wildlife, and unforgettable experiences.

Lake Manyara National Park
Your adventure begins at Lake Manyara National Park, a small but diverse park known for its stunning scenery and rich wildlife. The park features lush forests, open grassy areas, and the vast Lake Manyara, which attracts thousands of flamingos and other water birds.

Manyara is famous for its tree-climbing lions, an unusual behavior not commonly seen in other parks. Elephants roam freely, along with giraffes, zebras, and large troops of baboons. Hippos can be spotted in the lake, while the diverse birdlife makes it a paradise for birdwatchers.

Serengeti National Park (2 Nights)
Next, you travel to Serengeti National Park, one of Africa’s most celebrated safari destinations. Known for its endless plains, the Serengeti is home to the Great Migration, where millions of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles move across the ecosystem in search of fresh grazing lands.

For two nights, you’ll explore different areas of the park, increasing your chances of spotting the Big Five—lions, elephants, leopards, buffaloes, and rhinos. The Serengeti also hosts cheetahs, hyenas, jackals, and hundreds of bird species.

At night, enjoy the unique experience of staying in a tented camp or lodge, where you can hear the sounds of the African wilderness under a starlit sky.

Ngorongoro Crater
The final stop is the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most spectacular wildlife havens on Earth. This massive volcanic caldera, formed millions of years ago, is home to a high concentration of animals, making it one of the best places for wildlife viewing.

Here, you have a great chance of spotting rhinos, one of the most endangered animals in Africa. Lions, elephants, buffaloes, and hippos are also commonly seen, along with large herds of zebras and wildebeest. The crater’s unique ecosystem supports diverse wildlife, making it a must-visit location for any safari enthusiast.

Why Choose This Safari?
Perfect for travelers who want to explore Tanzania’s top parks in a short time.
Travel in a comfortable safari vehicle with an experienced guide.
Enjoy the company of other travelers in a fun and affordable group setting.
Witness breathtaking landscapes and incredible wildlife sightings.
This tour provides a complete safari experience, combining lush forests, vast plains, and a world-famous crater in just a few days. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, this adventure promises unforgettable memories in the heart of Africa.


About this tour

Tour type Set-date, set-itinerary, group
Main focus Game drives
Activity level Easy activity
Best months All months
Countries
Parks

Fine details

Safari highlights
  • Bird watching—with professional guide
  • Night game drives
  • Photography safari—with professional guide
What’s included?
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • Park fees
  • Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
  • Hot air balloons
  • International flights
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Visas

Itinerary

Arusha to Manyara. Game drives

Lake Manyara

Depart Arusha at 6:30 AM for Lake Manyara National Park, a 2.5-hour drive with packed lunch. Enjoy a full-day game drive through lush Acacia and Mahogany forests, spotting buffaloes, giraffes, impalas, baboons, and blue monkeys. Keep an eye out for the famous tree-climbing lions and seasonal pink flamingo-filled shores. After the safari, return to your lodge by 6:00 PM for a delicious dinner.

Transfer to Serengeti for gamedrive

Serengeti

After breakfast, we check out at 9:00 AM and drive to Serengeti via Karatu and Ngorongoro. Passing Maasai villages, we reach Serengeti’s gate by 1:00 PM, have lunch, and enter the park. We head to the Seronera area, rich in wildlife due to the Seronera River. Enjoy an afternoon game drive spotting diverse animals until 5:30 PM. Later, proceed to Tukaone Camps or similar for an overnight stay.

Full Day game drives in Serengeti

Serengeti

After breakfast at 8:00 AM, we set off with packed lunch boxes for a full-day game drive in Central Serengeti. The game drive lasts around 8-9 hours, offering the chance to see diverse wildlife across the vast plains. We'll return to camp by 5:30 PM after an exciting day of exploring. The evening is spent relaxing and enjoying a delicious dinner at Tukaone Camps or a similar accommodation, where you'll stay overnight to rest before the next adventure.

Morning game drives in Serengeti

Serengeti

After an early breakfast, we depart around 6:30 AM for a game drive in Central Serengeti, lasting until noon. Following the drive, we head towards our accommodation in Karatu, crossing the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. After a scenic journey, we arrive and check in at Crater Rim Inn or a similar accommodation, where we will spend the night, relaxing and reflecting on the day's experiences.

Ngorongoro crater tour

After an early breakfast, we descend to the crater floor for a 5-hour game drive, where you’ll likely spot lions, elephants, zebras, hippos, hyenas, jackals, rhinos, and various bird species, including eagles, vultures, flamingos at the Crater Lake, storks, and giant vultures. After a picnic lunch at the Hippo Pool, we begin the steep ascent to the crater's top exit. A 3.5-hour drive takes us to your accommodation in Arusha, where the tour ends.s.

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