Lake Manyara & Ngorongoro
The Big 5 in Africa's most stunning volcanic crater
An intimate two-day journey through two of Tanzania's crown jewels. Witness elephant herds and flamingo-fringed shores at Lake Manyara, then descend into the Ngorongoro Crater — a 300 sq km natural amphitheatre home to approximately 30,000 animals.
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Lake Manyara National Park – Full Day Game Drive
Depart from Arusha (approx. 2 hours) to Lake Manyara National Park. Explore large elephant herds, baboons, and a remarkable number of bird species including pink flamingos drawn to the alkaline soda lake. Enjoy diverse habitats — groundwater forest, open grassland, and lakeshore. Overnight at Octagon Lodge.
Ngorongoro Crater – Half Day Game Drive & Return to Arusha
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater (about 1 hour drive). Explore a unique, un-flooded volcanic caldera — 200 km across, 600 m deep, 300 sq km in area. Approximately 30,000 animals live on the crater floor including the Big 5. Depart back to Arusha in the afternoon (approx. 3–4 hours).
Package Includes
- Accommodation and full board meals
- 2.5 L mineral water per person/day
- Transport & game drives in 4WD pop-up roof Land Cruiser
- Professional English-speaking driver guide
- Park entrance fees, concession fees & government taxes
Package Excludes
- International and local airfare & flights
- Personal items
- Gratuities for safari guide and camp staff
- Travel insurance, visa and passport fees
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in lodges
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