Kifaru Safari

Safari Information

• Departure; Scheduled and tailor-made departure dates
• Duration; 6 Days / 5 Nights
• Lodging; Serena Lodges
• Group Size; Minimum 2
• Note: Travel insurance is compulsory for all safaris

Discover the Wonders of Tanzania with a Six-Day Safari Adventure Across Iconic National Parks

Immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscapes and unparalleled wildlife encounters of Tanzania with this expertly crafted six-day safari itinerary. Starting from Arusha, your adventure begins with a scenic drive to the picturesque Lake Manyara National Park, known for its vibrant birdlife and lush scenery. Each day unfolds a new chapter of natural splendor—from the vast plains of the Serengeti, where you’ll witness thrilling game drives, to the dramatic Ngorongoro Crater, home to a mesmerizing array of wildlife within its pristine volcanic walls.

This safari offers a seamless blend of exploration and comfort, with stays at the luxurious Serena Lodges strategically placed to provide the best views and relaxation after the day’s adventures. Along the way, you’ll savor expertly prepared meals, explore diverse ecosystems, and create unforgettable memories of Tanzania’s most iconic destinations. Prepare to be captivated by the beauty, grandeur, and excitement of this carefully curated safari experience.

Day 1: Lake Manyara National Park

• Make your way to Arusha.
• Lunch is on own arrangements.
• Afternoon 1400hrs join seat in vehicle safaris and depart Arusha passing through the Masai Steppe filled with many picturesque African villages as well as maize, coffee and banana plantations.
• At the town of Makuyuni turn North West and continue the journey through a scenic escarpment that brings you to your lodge, perched on the edge of the Rift Valley with stunning views over the distant Lake Manyara.
• Meals: Half board basis
• Accommodation: Lake Manyara Serena

Day 2: Serengeti National Park

• After breakfast, there is a game drive in Lake Manyara National Park that returns to the lodge for lunch.
• Leaving Lake Manyara behind, the journey continues North West across the stunning hilly countryside of the highlands which is filled with wheat and coffee plantations, and then into the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
• From here lie the vast plains of the Serengeti, where you begin spotting wildlife as you approach the entrance gate.
• Complete the formalities and enter the park with game viewing en route to the lodge arriving for dinner.
• Meals: Full board basis
• Accommodation: Serengeti Serena Lodge

Day 3: Serengeti Serena Lodge

• Morning and afternoon game drives in Serengeti National Park.
• It is possible to book an optional Balloon Safari at a supplementary cost.
• Meals: Full board basis
• Accommodation: Serengeti Serena Lodge

Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater

• After breakfast you depart for Ngorongoro with a picnic lunch viewing game across the vast Serengeti plains, stopping en route for a picnic lunch.
• Continue to your lodge, set high on the rim of Ngorongoro Crater arriving for dinner.
• Meals: Full board basis
• Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Lodge

Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater

• A highlight awaits you this morning as you depart to explore what is commonly referred to as the World’s largest natural wildlife arena.
• After breakfast, you descend with a picnic lunch through the early morning mists and 2,000 feet into the crater. Ngorongoro Crater is the World’s largest intact volcanic caldera.
• Due to its size and diversity, the crater floor is comprised of several distinct areas, ranging from forest, swamps, lakes and springs, to open grassland and some sandy dunes.
• A truly unique wildlife experience.
• Return to the lodge in the late afternoon.
• Meals: Full board basis
• Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

Day 6: Kifaru Safari Ends

• Depart Ngorongoro Crater after breakfast, head south-east past Lake Manyara and Mto wa Mbu Village.
• Through the highlands and the Karatu district, you’ll view the scenic wheat plains and coffee plantations here before journeying down the spectacular escarpment before turning on to the main Arusha – Dodoma road towards Arusha.
• On arrival in Arusha, you are dropped off at the city centre for onward arrangements.
• Meals: Breakfast