Overview

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Join Peter Alden, author of National Audubon Field Guide to African Wildlife, on an unforgettable Tanzania safari, where you'll witness the incredible diversity of East African birdlife alongside iconic animals such as lions, elephants, cheetahs, leopards, wildebeests, zebras, buffalo, impalas, gazelles, spotted hyenas, baboons, and more. Tanzania, a land of extraordinary biodiversity, boasts unique ecosystems ranging from wetlands and coastal forests to savannahs, Rift Valley lakes, and mountain forests.

 

The adventure begins in Arusha and continues to Tarangire National Park, a vital migration route into the Serengeti. Next, we visit Lake Manyara National Park, a haven for bird enthusiasts. The journey includes exploring the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater and the historic Olduvai Gorge, where we delve into the wonders of the Great Rift Valley. A highlight of the trip is ample time in Serengeti National Park, with its vast plains serving as the centerpiece of our African wilderness experience.

 

Throughout the journey, we’ll immerse ourselves in the beauty of Tanzania’s wildlife, from mammals to over 900 resident bird species and 200 migratory species found in its national parks and reserves. With expert guides leading the way, we’ll stay five nights at comfortable safari camps, ensuring we’re always close to the action.

 

Highlights

 

• Spend a day exploring the diverse landscapes of Arusha National Park, including savannas, wetlands, and forests, all under the towering presence of dormant Mt. Meru.

• Discover the beauty of Tarangire National Park, known for its iconic ancient baobab trees and large elephant populations.

• Visit Lake Manyara National Park, home to unique tree-climbing lions, bushbucks, buffalo, leopards, impalas, and flocks of lesser flamingos alongside other waterbirds.

• Take in the breathtaking views from the rim of Ngorongoro Crater before descending into its wildlife-rich interior, where you might spot the rare black rhino.

• Explore Olduvai Gorge, made famous by the Leakey family, to learn about groundbreaking anthropological discoveries.

• Seek out captivating birdlife in the Serengeti, including Tawny and Martial Eagles, African Openbill Storks, Lappet-faced Vultures, and more.

• Enhance your adventure with an optional sunrise hot air balloon ride over the Serengeti — a truly unforgettable experience!