9 Day Photographic Safari - Serengeti Focus

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.

Travel to Lake Manyara National Park, known for its unique landscapes and wildlife. Lake Manyara is famous for its tree-climbing lions, large elephant herds, and diverse birdlife including thousands of flamingos. The park offers varied habitats from groundwater forests to open grasslands. Enjoy afternoon game drives with optimal lighting for photography.

Spend a full day in Lake Manyara National Park with extended time for wildlife photography. Your guide will position you for the best lighting conditions throughout the day. Early morning and late afternoon game drives offer the golden hour lighting that photographers love. Focus on capturing the park's unique features - tree-climbing lions, elephant herds, diverse birdlife, and the beautiful landscapes. Your guide understands photography needs and will ensure optimal positioning for your shots.

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!