Tanzania safari – Northern Discovery
The Northern Discoverysafari is a classic safari of the northern
parks, staying in the luxurious Serena lodges (or standard lodges
at less cost if preferred). These operate with guaranteed departures
every Monday.
Northern Discovery Itinerary
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Day 1
Midday departure from Arusha. Drive to Ngorongoro. Dinner and overnight
at Ngorongoro Serena Lodge which is constructed of local stone and
is exquisitely moulded into the contours of its site. From the lodge
one can experience breathtaking view of the 260 sg. km crater beneath
and of the wealth of the surrounding animal and bird life.
Day 2
Breakfast at the Lodge. Half-day crater tour by Land-Rover. Here
you can see a spectacular concentration of wildlife, including the
big five. Drive across the dense forest and near the soda lake and
enjoy viewing a variety of bird-life. Ascend to the lodge from the
2000 ft deep crater.
After lunch at the Lodge you will depart for Serengeti. Dinner
and overnight at Serengeti Serena Lodge which affords endless views
over the Serengeti plains, the design and construction merging into
surrounding landscape. It is built as a cluster of elegant thatched
huts in a traditional African village fashion.
Day 3
After breakfast a safari game drive of Serengeti National Park.
Here can be found the largest concentration of plains animals –
4 million – as well as 500 species of birds. This will be your
chance to see predators chasing their prey and enjoying their kill.
Lunch at the Lodge (or picnic lunch on the way).
Depart for Lake Manyara. Dinner and overnight at Lake Manyara Serena
Lodge which has a dramatic setting overlooking, the park, the Great
Rift Valley and the beautiful Soda Lake of Manyara. One can observe
many large colourful birds flying in circles and spirals. The hotel's
unique mix of geometric and traditional style was inspired by the
abundant birdlife.
Day 4
After breakfast, game drive of Lake Manyara National Park which
is famous for
its tree-climbing lions. Here you can see a variety of habitats
and diverse animals and birds. Witness the large flock of flamingoes
descending on Lake Manyara.
Depart for Arusha to arrive in time for lunch
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