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Tour Overview

Start and end in Kilimanjaro! With the Safari tour Lake Hopping, you have a 11 days tour package taking you through Kilimanjaro, Tanzania and 8 other destinations in Tanzania. Lake Hopping includes accommodation, an expert guide, meals, transport and more Day 1 - Arrival in Tanzania Let your safari adventure in Tanzania begin! After we have picked you up from Arusha, our driver will be ready to take you to your home for the night. Day 2 - Exploring Tarangire National Park After your breakfast, our driver will be ready to take you to Tarangire National Park for a game drive. This park is well?known for its abundance of elephants and iconic baobab trees. Day 3 - Lake Manyara Wildlife Enjoy a game drive in Lake Manyara National Park. Explore the diverse ecosystem of Lake Manyara during a full-day game drive and get the chance to spot the unique famous tree-climbing lions. Day 4 - Safari Transfer to Lake Natron Today, you will enjoy a safari transfer to Lake Natron. Marvel at the unique pink hues of the lake and its stunning surroundings. Check-in at Africa Safari Lake Natron for an overnight stay and savor the beautiful views of the lake and the Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano. Day 5 - Flamingo and a safari transfer! Immerse yourself in the enchanting Flamingo Walk, where millions of Lesser Flamingos gracefully roam the waters of Lake Natron. Day 6 - Pololeti Game Reserve Wildlife Explore the variety of wildlife species in the Pololeti Game Reserve. Driving through the reserve will allow you to observe a wide range of species, including lions hunting, elephants roaming, buffalo grazing, and galloping antelope. You will spend the night at Africa Safari Maasai Boma, inspired by a traditional Maasai Boma. Day 7 - Serengeti's Vast Savannah Admire the endless plains and stunning savannah of Serengeti National Park. Enjoy a full-day game drive in this world-famous park, where you'll encounter an abundance of wildlife. Day 8 - Explore the Serengeti Enjoy another full-day game drive in the Serengeti National Park. Keep your camera handy to capture the abundant wildlife and beautiful landscapes. Spend another night at Africa Safari Serengeti Ikoma. Day 9 - Serengeti Adventure Get to know Serengeti National Park inside and out and spend another day on safari in this beautiful and world-famous park. Keep an eye out for the Big Five, as buffalo, elephant, giraffe, lion, hippo, and hyena are frequently sighted throughout the Serengeti. Day 10 - The Ngorongoro Crater Explore the impressive 8th World Wonder. Visit the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater and enjoy a game drive in this remarkable location. Spend the night at Africa Safari Karatu. Day 11 - The end of your Safari adventure Your safari adventure has come to an end. Today, your driver guide will bring you back to the Arusha region, where you will leave Tanzania with a camera full of pictures and a mind full of unforgettable memories! ...more ...less

Highlights

  • Arusha National Park, home of Mount Meru, alkaline lakes and many birdlife

  • Lake Manyara National Park and its famous tree-climbing lions

  • Lake Natron, the breeding spot for millions of Lesser Flamingos

  • Serengeti, where the Great Migration can be found all year round and the best place to spot big cats

  • Ngorongoro Crater, giving you the best chance of spotting the Big 5

  • Tarangire’s elephants and baobab trees

Places You'll See

A beautiful big cat Chilling under the tree in the wild!

A beautiful big cat Chilling under the tree in the wild!

Ngorongoro Crater Flamingos

Ngorongoro Crater Flamingos

Tree Climbing Lions in Lake Manyara National Park

Tree Climbing Lions in Lake Manyara National Park

Guests in Jeep watching Flamingos and Buffaloes during the game drive at Ngorongoro Crater

Guests in Jeep watching Flamingos and Buffaloes during the game drive at Ngorongoro Crater

Engebert our experienced Safari guide with guests at   Ngorongoro Crater view point

Engebert our experienced Safari guide with guests at Ngorongoro Crater view point

Ngorongoro Crater view point

Ngorongoro Crater view point

wildebeests in Serengeti National Park

wildebeests in Serengeti National Park

Ngorongoro Crater Flamingos

Ngorongoro Crater Flamingos

Lake Natron Flamingos

Lake Natron Flamingos

Ol Doinyo Lengai view from Lake Natron

Ol Doinyo Lengai view from Lake Natron

African Elephant under Baobab tree in Tarangire Natiol Park

African Elephant under Baobab tree in Tarangire Natiol Park

A group (parade) of African elephants in Tarangire National Park

A group (parade) of African elephants in Tarangire National Park

Hornbill bird in Lake Manyara National Park

Hornbill bird in Lake Manyara National Park

Elephant in Lake Manyara National Park

Elephant in Lake Manyara National Park

Cape Bushbuck in Lake Manyara National Park

Cape Bushbuck in Lake Manyara National Park

Cheetah in Serengeti National park

Cheetah in Serengeti National park

Wildebeests grazing in Serengeti National Park

Wildebeests grazing in Serengeti National Park

Lion in Serengeti National Park

Lion in Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park Hot air Balloon Safari

Serengeti National Park Hot air Balloon Safari

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Let the safari adventure begin!

Africa Safari Arusha bedroom
Africa Safari Arusha bedroom
Africa Safari Arusha Swimming

Location: Arusha, Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation: Lodge, LodgeLodge

Accommodation Name: Africa Safari Lake Manyara

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After we have picked you up from the airport, you will spend the night at Africa Safari Arusha. Arusha is the Safari capital of Tanzania, and the perfect place to start your safari adventure.

Day 2 - 3 : Explore the home of Mount Meru, Alkaline Lakes and many birdlife.

Hornbill bird in Lake Manyara National Park
Cape Bushbuck in Lake Manyara National Park
Elephant in Lake Manyara National Park

Location: Arusha National Park, Lake Manyara

Accommodation: Lodge, LodgeLodge

Accommodation Name: Africa Safari Rift Valley

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy a game drive in Arusha National Park. Spend the night in Africa Safari Lake Manyara, surrounded by wildlife and located right next to the lake.

Day 4 : Visit the Ngare Sero Waterfalls and Hominid Footprints.

Guest in Ngare Sero waterfall
Guests and Maasai in Ngare sero waterfall
Guest in Ngare Sero waterfall

Location: Lake Natron

Accommodation: Lodge, LodgeLodgeLodge

Accommodation Name: Africa Safari Lake Natron

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy a hike up to the Ngare Sero waterfalls, where you will get the chance to take a refreshing swim. Visit the Hominid Footprints and follow the steps of our ancestors. You will spend another night at Africa Safari Lake Natron.

Day 5 : Lake Natron, the breeding spot for millions of Lesser Flamingos.

Lake Natron Flamingos
Lake Natron Flamingos
Ol Doinyo Lengai view from Lake Natron

Location: Lake Natron

Accommodation: Lodge, Lodge

Accommodation Name: Africa Safari Maasai Boma

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy a Flamingo Walk and walk up to Lake Natron with a Maasai Guide, learn everything you need to know and admire the beauty of the surroundings. Spent the night in Africa Safari Maasai Boma.

Day 6 : Explore the Pololeti Game Reserve.

Guest leaning maasai culture
Maasai tradition dancing
Guest leaning maasai culture

Location: Lake Natron, Serengeti National Park

Accommodation: Lodge, LodgeLodge

Accommodation Name: Africa Safari Maasai Boma

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Much wildlife can be seen during a drive through the Pololeti Game Reserve, such as hunting lions, roaming elephants, grazing buffalo, running antelope and more. Spend the night in Africa Safari Maasai Boma, and experience the Maasai way of living in a comfortable way.

Day 7 - 8 : Admire the endless plains of the Serengeti.

Lion in Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park Hot air Balloon Safari
Cheetah in Serengeti National park

Location: Serengeti National Park

Accommodation: Lodge, LodgeLodge

Accommodation Name: Africa Safari Serengeti Ikoma

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy a full-day game drive in the world-famous Serengeti National Park. Keep your camera handy for the many wildlife and beautiful landscapes. Spend the night in Africa Safari Serengeti Ikoma and get the feeling you are right in the middle of the National Park.

Day 9 : Visit the 8th World Wonder and get the chance to spot the Big 5!

Engelbert our experienced safari guide with guests at Ngorongoro Crater view point
Guests in the Safari Jeep in Ngorongoro Conservation Area
The African Buffalo, Flamingo and Safari Jeep in Ngorongoro Crater

Location: Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Karatu

Accommodation: Lodge, LodgeLodge

Accommodation Name: Africa Safari South Serengeti

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Explore the Ngorongoro Crater with a full-day game drive in the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera. Overnight in Africa Safari Karatu, and enjoy the 180-degree views of the
Ngorongoro Highlands.

Day 10 : Baobab trees and the highest density of Elephant population found in Tanzania.

Engelbert our experienced Safari guide
Elephant under the Baobab tree in Tarangire National Park
Elephants in Tarangire National Park

Location: Karatu, Tarangire National Park

Accommodation: Lodge, LodgeLodge

Accommodation Name: Africa Safari Karatu

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Explore Tarangire National Park, the National Park that has the highest concentration of wildlife outside the Serengeti National Park and is also called the home of the elephants. Spent the night in Africa Safari Arusha.

Day 11 : The end of your safari adventure.

Africa Safari Arusha bedroom
Africa Safari Arusha Swiming pool
Africa Safari Arusha bedroom

Location: Arusha, Mount Kilimanjaro

Accommodation: Lodge, Lodge

Accommodation Name: Africa Safari Arusha

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your safari adventure has come to an end. Today your driver guide will bring you back to the airport, where you will leave Tanzania with a camera full of pictures and a mind full of
unforgettable memories!

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    Africa Safari Arusha/ Africa Safari Lake Manyara/ Africa Safari Lake Natron/ Africa Safari Maasai Boma/ Africa Safari Serengeti Ikoma/ Africa Safari South Serengeti/ Africa Safari Karatu

  • Airport Transfers at Destination

  • Fully Guided

    Fully Guided

  • Meals

    Full board

  • Transport

    Hotel pickup and drop off Jeep

  • other included

    Park fees Overnight Stays in unique accommodations based on Full Board Transport and driver guide

What's Not Included

  • Additional Services

  • Insurance

  • International Travel

  • Optional

    Tips

  • other excluded

    Tourism Development Levy of $1.50 pp/pn and village tax of $1.00 pp/pn, to be paid at check-in All personal expenses, drinks

Mode of Transport

Airport Transfers at Destination

Jeep

Accommodation

Africa Safari Arusha
Africa Safari Lake Manyara
Africa Safari Lake Natron
Africa Safari Maasai Boma
Africa Safari Serengeti Ikoma
Africa Safari South Serengeti
Africa Safari Karatu


Important information : Kindly note that for the accommodation Africa Safari Lake Manyara, an alternative accommodation will be proposed such as Africa Safari Rift Valley or Africa Safari Karatu. ...more ...less

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  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    yes

  • Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

    yes

  • Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

    yes

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    yes

  • What currencies are required for this tour?

    usd

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    yes

  • What is the tipping policy?

    optional

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    All our tours are private, which means your travelling companions will be the people you have booked the tour with together with our driver guide.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    When you book a tour including flight tickets, you will receive the flight tickets before you travel.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    Unfortunately it is not possible to join the tour once it has already departed. But, our tours depart every single day!

  • What is the best time to travel to Tanzania and Zanzibar?

    Tanzania and Zanzibar know dry and rainy seasons. Each season knows its own beauty, making travelling to Tanzania and Zanzibar suitable all year round.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    When the date of the tour needs to be modified, kindly send us a message.

Reviews of this operator

Roro  

A great first safari experience!

11-Apr-2023

Great 8 days safari experience, saw all big 5s and some bonuses (3 cheetah encounters) in the rain season! Our guide Khalid is experienced and very knowledgeable, he answered all our questions about the animals and knows about the route very well, we can't imagine having this trip without him. I would highly recommend having a safari with Khalid. For accommodations, we stayed at 3 locations of the Africa Safari lodges, Lake Manyara, South Serengeti, and Serengeti Ikoma. All the staffs we have encountered were super nice and helpful and tried their best to meet our needs, kudos to the Africa Safari lodge staffs! ...more ...less

Ruth  

Invest in your memories

02-Apr-2023

We are now enjoying the second phase of our holiday, relaxing in Zanzibar for 7 nights after an 8 night safari on the mainland. We are a group of 6 friends and have all had the most wonderful time. Our special holiday was made even more special by our guide, Christopher. He looked after us like friends and made sure each one of us had the experience of a lifetime. We have felt thoroughly spoiled and cannot recommend Christopher highly enough. Wonderful. ...more ...less

Maureen T  

The best safari guide ever...

02-Apr-2023

Safari followed by beach resort. Personalised itinerary to suit our group of friends. Amazing staff at the lodges. Excellent food in all of them. One amazing safari guide...CHRISTOPHER! This is my 6th safari and 3rd one in Tanzania. We visited lake Maynara, Ngorongo crate, lake Natron and Serengeti. Without doubt Christopher is the best guide I've had the pleasure of meeting. His knowledge of wildlife and flora is outstanding. He made sure we saw the big 5 and so much more! Over 70 different bird species and even a Caracal, one of the rarest cats living in the Serengeti. Thank you Christopher. This is a trip I will always remember because of you. ...more ...less

Stuart E  

Amazing 8 day Safari… with an amazing guide

30-Mar-2023

My wife and I came with friends as a group of six. It was our first so we had no idea what to expect… Africa Safari was our chosen company for our tailor made Safari. They were excellent beforehand and throughout our whole trip. All the accommodation, staff and food has been fantastic. Our guide was Christopher… What an amazing guy and guide he is. I can honestly say that he really made the Safari something extra special for us. He looked after us so well and his knowledge of the areas, wildlife and flora is second to none. Thanks to Christopher we managed to see the top 5 as well as many, many other animals and around 100 species of birds. If we ever return to Tanzania for Safari, we will be requesting Christopher’s services. I can’t recommend him highly enough, he is a true asset to the company … we met as clients, but departed as friends. Thank you Africa Safari and massive thank you to Christopher…. Number 1 guide ...more ...less

Wouter  

Simply awesome

24-Apr-2023

Oh what a great experience did we have with our safari tour to Tarangire and Ngorongoro. We saw the big 5 in only two days and many more. Always helpfull and flexible guide who knows his stuff. Thankyou for the experience! Would definitely recommend.

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  • Low Deposit

    Beach and Safari Holidays requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 28 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of beach and safari holidays charges.

    Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

From Arusha: 11 days Lake Hopping Safari

11 Days Starting and ending in Mt Kilimanjaro, Tanzania

Visiting: Arusha, Mount Kilimanjaro, Arusha National Park, Lake Manyara, Lake Natron, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Karatu, Tarangire National Park ...more ...less

Tour operator:

Beach and Safari Holidays

Tour code:

480

Group Type:

Private

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 8

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

0-99

Tour operated in:

English

Activities:

4WD

From: $889 (USD)

NB: Prices correct on 02-Apr-2025 but subject to change.

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