Experience an unforgettable 5-day Tanzania Lodge Safari with Javiva Adventures, where you’ll explore some of the country’s most iconic wildlife destinations. This journey will take you to the Ngorongoro Crater, home to one of Africa’s densest wildlife populations, the Serengeti National Park, known for its vast savannahs and abundant wildlife, and Lake Manyara National Park, a breathtaking reserve at the base of the Great Rift Valley.
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Your adventure begins with a morning pick-up from your Arusha hotel, followed by a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley en route to Lake Manyara National Park. Arriving in time for lunch at your lodge, you’ll then embark on an afternoon game drive. This stunning park is renowned for its diverse landscapes, from acacia woodlands to a vast soda lake that hosts thousands of flamingos. Keep an eye out for large elephant herds and the park’s famous tree-climbing lions.
Dinner & Overnight: Lake Manyara Wildlife Lodge
Travel Time: Approx. 6 hours
Distance: 205 km
After breakfast, journey towards the Serengeti National Park, passing through the picturesque farmland of Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The road descends into the heart of the Serengeti, where rolling plains stretch as far as the eye can see. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch at your lodge before heading out on an afternoon game drive in the Seronera Valley, an area rich in wildlife thanks to the Seronera River.
Dinner & Overnight: Seronera Wildlife Lodge
Spend a full day exploring the Serengeti’s abundant wildlife. Begin with a game drive along the Sogore River Circuit, where you may spot lions, cheetahs, ostriches, and gazelles. Visit the Serengeti Visitor Center to learn about the park’s ecosystem before continuing to the Kopjes Circuit, famous for its lion prides and large cobras. These ancient rock formations provide shelter and water for wildlife, making them prime spots for predator sightings.
Dinner & Overnight: Seronera Wildlife Lodge
Travel Time: Approx. 4 hours
Distance: 145 km
Enjoy an early morning game drive before heading to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, an optional stop at Olduvai Gorge offers a glimpse into early human history, where fossils of early hominins were discovered by Drs. Louis and Mary Leakey. Arrive at the lodge by evening, with time to take a nature walk along the crater rim if conditions allow.
Dinner & Overnight: Ngorongoro Wildlife Lodge
Descend over 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater, a natural wonder supporting a dense concentration of wildlife. Spot herds of wildebeest, zebras, buffalo, elephants, and rhinos, along with predators such as lions, leopards, and hyenas. After a picnic lunch, begin your drive back to Arusha, marking the end of an incredible safari experience with Javiva Adventures.