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This trip gives you the chance to spot the famous tree climbing African Pythons at the Tarangire National Park , Rift Valley Lake Manyara , unique landscaped Ngorongoro Crater and also mystic Serengeti National Park . The Serengeti National Park which is famously known as “The Ten Natural Wonders of the World’’ which is the site of the largest terrestrial mammal migration of the world – Great Migration where more than two million animals migrate in search of greener pastures following the rains in East Africa and then move back for the birthing season . Best time to visit Serengeti National Park is June to October , June , July and August being the best time to catch a glimpse of the action . You could also do Visit a Masai Village and experience life in the most basic form of existence or do the Night Safari which are rare in these reserves or do the guided safari walk or take to the saddle on a horseback safari , galloping past giraffes and herds of zebras creating memories of a lifetime ! Visa is on arrival for Indian Nationals.
- 9N/10D trip of East Africa .
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Arrive at Nairobi
Arrive at Nairobi Airport and get transferred to your hotel . Get ready for an exciting trip to Serengeti Park and your week full of Safari adventure .
You could visit Carnivore Restaurant referred to as ‘Africa’s Great Eating experience’ and also ranks among the top 50 restaurants in the World . Or you could visit the famous Casinos of Nairobi and check out the nightlife .
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Giraffe Centre , Elephant Orphanage
Today you could visit the Giraffe centre which was made famous by Daisy Rothschild an orphan Giraffe calf which was rescued at the Kenyan border . Take a walk around the centre and learn about the life cycle and mating habits about these tall creatures . Take a walk around the Natural Trails along the Gogo River and spot giraffes in the natural habitat too . Or you could take a trip to the Elephant Orphanage Centre where you could take a close look at the nursery where baby elephants are fed , nourished and taken care . Enjoy entertaining shows during feeding time . Or you could check out Bomas of Kenya , display of traditional villages of Kenya that you can visit & have an exciting experience of local cultural dancers . The place helps you understand the tradition and heritage of Africa .
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Nairobi to Arusha & Border
Today get transferred to Arusha Region from Nairobi near the Tanzania Namanga Border and rest of the day spend admiring the scenery at leisure . Check in the hotel and relax and get ready for an action packed & adventurous week . It takes 2 to 3 hours to complete the formalities at the border sometimes during road-trip .
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Arusha to Tarangire park
In the Morning head towards Tarangire National Park which takes its’s name from the Tarangire river . The park has a diversity of beautiful landscapes including acacia woodlands and forests , also famously known to spot tree climbing African Pythons , huge herds of elephants together and animal gatherings at the river and swamps .
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Park to Lake Manyara
Today while continuing our journey to Serengeti we cross the famous Lake Manyara National Park which is between the Rift Valley and soda lake . Here you do see some unique landscapes and balances around 11 ecosystems , it supports one of the highest biomass densities of mammals in the world . A famous sighting here is the tree climbing lions . So we enjoy the Game viewing here and spend some leisure time while admiring the scenic views .
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Lake Manyara to Serengeti
Today we finally reach the Serengeti Park , one of the largest parks in the whole of African Continent . This is a great place for animal sighting any time of the year but particularly during the wildebeest and zebra migration when millions of wildebeest and zebra cross the river in search of greener pastures , that time of the year is a great spectacle and once in a life time experience . Serengeti is known for endless plains and so the park gets its name from the Maasai Phrase ‘Siringit’ which means endless plains . You can choose to stay in Luxurious tents or beautiful themed fenceless hotels/lodges . Central area and Seronera Area should be chosen for wildlife viewing and stay all -round the year and during migration that is in the month of May should choose Western area of the park [ Grumeti River ] for spectacular views of herds crossing .
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Masai Village Visit & Game Drives.
You begin your exciting day with early morning Game drive[safari] followed by breakfast . During the morning & evening game drives your guide will take you to various spots where you can spot the famous African Big 5 ! and also herds of , zebra , impala, gazelle , rhino , hippos , cheetah , Hyenas and many more species .
You could also get to visit a Masai Village and see how the tribe lives along with their traditional houses and art work which also makes a good souvenir to take back home . The Masai people have their unique style of welcoming you by jumping and singing to you . You will be amazed to see how in the simplest form of existence they are happy and content within themselves . In the village they also have their own school and their ways of curing health problems . They also use the oldest method to create fire through stones and have no electricity in their village , lastly how they protect their cows from Lions and other wild animals around as their village has no fences . Existence in the most basic form !
Or you could become adventurous and explore the savannah on foot in a once-in-a lifetime experience of guided walking safari . Or take to the saddle on a horseback safari , galloping past giraffes and herds of zebras , the guide will show you safe spots to horse-ride and get your own ‘OUT OF AFRICA’ [film] feeling . Another thrilling option is the night safari where Goosebumps are guaranteed . However in only few areas and lodges the Night Safari Option is available so if you wish to do that you must choose you resorts accordingly .You will see Hunting Lions , Leopards , hyenas and many different species like porcupine , springhare , banded mongoose , bat eared foxes and many more . This unique safari is a must try .
10. Walking Safari
11. Horseback Safari
12. Night Safari
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Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
Today after Morning Game Drive you will drive to Ngorongoro Crater .
Today is going to be a very special morning as you will experience the sunrise while flying over the Serengeti Reserve . Early in the morning you will be driven to the point from where the balloon takes off . While the pilot prepares for the flight you can experience standing in the middle of the jungle with wilderness all around you , a very thrilling experience . When the ride is ready you take off and enjoy breath-taking views of Serengeti and flying over herds of elephants and lions .
You will see a beautiful horizon upon sunrise . After the Hot Air Balloon ride you will head straight away for a scrumptious bush breakfast cooked right there with a private chef at a safe spot away from animals but still in the middle of the jungle . Truly a magical experience . After a beautiful morning you have your final game drive and then head straight away to Ngorongoro Crater after checkout . After reaching we explore the Ngorongoro Crater which is the world’s largest intact Crater . It has a 20 kms diameter and 600 meter long wall . In the centre it has a salt lake and this crater is by far the most densely populated areas when it comes to wildlife so some great sighting opportunities .
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Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha .
Today we head straight to Arusha region for a quick stopover for your onward home country flight back.
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Return to Nairobi & to your country onward flight .
Return to your home county with once in a life time experience of this fascinating place .
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Best Flight Connectivity – Kenya Airways , Ethiopian Airlines , Etihad Airways , Emirates .
Best Time to Visit Nairobi – June , July , August , September , October , January , February , March .
Best Time to Visit Serengeti – June to October & Migration time being June , July , August .
Best Local Travel in Nairobi – Matatus is Shared Coaches / mini Buses are a good way to travel in Nairobi , Local Buses and trains are also available . Taxis are also a good way to get around . From Nairobi to reach Masai Mara it takes 5 to 6 hours from Nairobi by Car , Taxi or Coach [ mini bus ] . Small plane rides are also available to get to Masai Mara from Nairobi .
Best Local Travel in Nairobi – Matatus is Shared Coaches / mini Buses are a good way to travel in Nairobi , Local Buses and trains are also available . Taxis are also a good way to get around . From Nairobi to reach Masai Mara it takes 5 to 6 hours from Nairobi by Car , Taxi or Coach [ mini bus ] . Small plane rides are also available to get to Masai Mara from Nairobi .
- All Accommodations in 9N in East Africa .
- Accommodations in 3 or 4 star in twin sharing basis . Hotel theme depends on what is selected from many options given .
- Stay & Game Drive at the Tarangire National Park.
- Stay at Arusha [2N]
- Arusha to transfer to Tarangire Park .
- Stay at Nairobi & Transfer to Arusha
- Lake Manyara Game Drive & Stay .
- Serengeti Game Drives & Stay
- Game Drive & Transfer to Ngorongoro Crater .
- Transfer back to Arusha & then to Nairobi .
- All Transfers & All Stay in places mentioned above
- All tours are with transfers from the hotel
- All tours that are “Included” with local guides are private day tours and sightseeing .
- Round trip airfares economy .
- There are many optional combinations Day tours/Activities/Experiences on each day that can be customised as per your need if you don’t wish to take the ‘Included’ Activity/Tour .
Meals unless mentioned in Itinerary or included in day tours taken by you.
- Tips and gratitude’s
- city taxes
- laundry , telephone.
- airport taxes
- visa charges
- travel insurance
- items like mini-bar in the room unless complimentary.
- Any other not specified in the trip itinerary
Top Highlights [ to know more click on Itinerary Tab]
- Stay & Game Drive at the Tarangire National Park.
- Stay at Arusha [2N]
- Arusha to transfer to Tarangire Park .
- Stay at Nairobi & Transfer to Arusha
- Lake Manyara Game Drive & Stay .
- Serengeti Game Drives & Stay
- Game Drive & Transfer to Ngorongoro Crater .
- Transfer back to Arusha & then to Nairobi .
Optional Activities / Experiences [ to know more please click on Itinerary Tab ]
- Carnivore Restaurant .
- Giraffe Centre
- Elephant Orphanage
- Bomas of Kenya
- Masai Village Visit & Game Drives .
- Walking Safari
- Horseback Safari
- Night Safari
- Hot Air Balloon with Bush Breakfast [ breakfast middle of jungle ]
- Visa is on Arrival for Kenya , Tanzania for Indian Passport holders . Yellow Fever Card needs to be obtained before Travel [ validity of the card is of 10 years ]
- All tours are private day tours.
- All meals specified in the tour only are included in the tour prices rest all meals taken by the traveller on own expense.
- Hotel choices will be given and 3 or 4 star ratings in the package price specified below twin sharing basis ,if more premium hotels are desired package price will change and can be given.
- Shuttle transfers airport to hotel and vice-versa can be added on special request.
- any further customisation is subject to change in packages.
TRIPOPOLA’S Pick for Tanzania Africa – Masai Village Visit & Hot Air Balloon over Serengeti with Bush Breakfast .
Note – TRIPOPOLA’S Pick is our pick [suggestion] to make your African Experience a memorable one .