9 Day Birdwatching Safari Tanzania

Welcome to Tanzania! Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you'll be met by your professional driver-guide and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. After check-in, take time to rest and freshen up from your journey. In the evening, enjoy a comprehensive briefing about your upcoming safari adventure, including what to expect, wildlife viewing tips, and safety guidelines. Your guide will answer any questions and ensure you're fully prepared for the incredible journey ahead.

After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park, a beautiful park known for its tree-climbing lions, large elephant herds, and diverse birdlife including thousands of flamingos. The park's varied habitats include groundwater forests, open grasslands, and the alkaline lake itself. Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives with a picnic lunch. The park is particularly beautiful in the afternoon light, offering excellent photography opportunities. Overnight at your lodge.

After breakfast, depart for the legendary Serengeti National Park via the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The drive offers spectacular views of the Great Rift Valley and the vast plains. Arrive in the Serengeti in time for an afternoon game drive. The Serengeti is home to millions of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles, along with predators like lions, leopards, and cheetahs. This UNESCO World Heritage Site offers some of the best wildlife viewing in Africa.

Spend the entire day exploring the Serengeti's diverse habitats through morning and afternoon game drives. The park's vast plains, kopjes (rocky outcrops), and riverine forests each host different wildlife. Search for the Big Five and witness incredible predator-prey interactions. Depending on the season, you may witness the Great Migration, one of nature's most spectacular events. Your guide will take you to the best viewing locations based on current wildlife movements.

After a final morning game drive in the Serengeti, journey to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The drive takes you through diverse landscapes with opportunities to spot wildlife along the way. Arrive at your lodge on the crater rim in time to witness a spectacular sunset over the crater. The Ngorongoro Crater is the world's largest inactive volcanic caldera and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy dinner with panoramic views of the crater floor below.

Descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full day of game viewing in this natural amphitheater. The crater hosts an estimated 30,000 animals including the Big Five, with one of Africa's highest densities of predators. The enclosed ecosystem means wildlife viewing is almost guaranteed. Enjoy a picnic lunch by the hippo pool while watching these massive animals. The crater's diverse habitats support a wide variety of species, making every moment of your game drive exciting and rewarding.

Journey to Lake Manyara National Park, a birdwatcher's paradise with over 400 recorded bird species. The park's diverse habitats - from alkaline lake to groundwater forest - support an incredible variety of birds including flamingos, pelicans, storks, and numerous forest species. Your guide, knowledgeable in ornithology, will help you spot and identify the many species. The park is also home to tree-climbing lions and large elephant herds, offering excellent wildlife viewing alongside birdwatching.

Spend a full day exploring Lake Manyara National Park's diverse habitats. Morning and afternoon game drives allow you to experience the park at different times when wildlife is most active. The park's compact size means you can cover different areas throughout the day, maximizing your wildlife viewing opportunities. Look for the famous tree-climbing lions, large elephant herds, and the incredible bird diversity. The alkaline lake attracts thousands of flamingos and other water birds.

After breakfast, enjoy a final game drive or visit to a local market (time permitting) before transferring to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight. Reflect on the incredible wildlife encounters, stunning landscapes, and unforgettable experiences of your Tanzanian safari adventure. Your memories of the Big Five, the Great Migration, and the warm hospitality will last a lifetime. Asante sana (thank you very much) for choosing Tanzania for your safari!