Tanzania Ngorongoro Crater & Serengeti Safari Extension Tour
It's hard to top a classic safari in Tanzania, unless you add the rare experience of exploring the Serengeti on foot! Immerse yourself in the Great Plains on game drives in Tanzania's greatest parks. Visit Lake Manyara, home to tree-climbing lions and Ngorongoro Crater with an Eden-like floor; and take in the Serengeti, home to the world's largest and longest migration. Learn about century-old customs from the Maasai people and relax at comfortable camps and lodges in the wild.
It's hard to top a classic safari in Tanzania, unless you add the rare experience of exploring the Serengeti on foot! Immerse yourself in the Great Plains on game drives in Tanzania's greatest parks. Visit Lake Manyara, home to tree-climbing lions and Ngorongoro Crater with an Eden-like floor; and take in the Serengeti, home to the world's largest and longest migration. Learn about century-old customs from the Maasai people and relax at comfortable camps and lodges in the wild.
Explore the most famous parks of Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro, and Serengeti on thrilling safaris
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Discover off-the-radar parts of Serengeti, where few have traveled for over half a century
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Meet the indigenous Maasai people of the Crater Highlands and witness their traditional customs
Unwind at Moivaro Lodge, a quiet retreat surrounded by lush flora and fauna. Enjoy a restful stay, gazing out upon Mount Meru in the distance and reflecting on your successful ultimate challenge.
Accommodation: Moivaro Lodge-Arusha, Tanzania
Activity: 5-6 hours/5.5 miles hiking with 4,800' elevation loss
Transportation: 2-hour private transfer to hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visit Lake Manyara & Meet the Maasai People
Day 2
Drive through the Rift Valley to Lake Manyara National Park, home to stunning wildlife. Notice the colorful water birds - herons, storks, ibises, and fish eagles, and look out for impala, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, and buffalo. Then drive into the highlands above the Ngorongoro Crater to meet the Maasai people, whose traditional welcome dance features athletic leaps and earth-shaking stomping. Enter typical homes made of cut branches, mud, and cow dung. Wrap up with a stay at the MT Sobek Deluxe Camp in the Crater Highlands.
Accommodation: MT Sobek Deluxe Camp-Misigiyo Camp
Activity: Half day 4x4 game drive
Transportation: 2.5 hour vehicle transfer & 1.5-hour vehicle transfer
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Journey to Ngorongoro Crater
Day 3
The Ngorongoro Crater presents spectacular views of wildlife within a 100- square-mile steep green wall frame. Close in on a group of zebra, buffalo or black rhino gazing across the plains. Watch herds of wildebeest and gazelle mingle. Find elephants, hyenas, and lion prides on the plains or in the woodlands. Top the full-day crater safari with brilliant birds: clusters of flamingos, the auger buzzard, bateleur, jacana, little bee-eater, and the red bishop. In the late afternoon, head out for a sunset ridge walk for an Ol Pul (meat feast) with new Maasai friends.
Accommodation: MT Sobek Deluxe Camp-Misigiyo Camp
Activity: Full day 4x4 game drive & 10-minute sunset walk
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Discover the Stunning Serengeti
Day 4
Descend from the Ngorongoro highlands onto the vast plains of the Serengeti, with their classic granite kopjes - rounded boulders shaped by wind eons. Deeper into the Serengeti, prepare for game viewing with magnificent scenery. Notice the vegetation change into riverine woodland and acacia tree valleys as you continue on to the next tented camp.
All aboard for a full day of classic game viewing! The savannah woodlands are a mosaic of habitats: small grassy plains mix with tree savannas and areas of dense bush, making for a greater diversity of animals. See buffalo, giraffe, dik-dik, reedbuck, impala, waterbuck, baboons, and vervet monkeys - all common residents, as are lion, cheetah, leopard, and hyena. Hippos and crocodiles occupy several rivers in the woodlands of the north; the Seronera River area is one of Africa's best for encounters with the elusive leopard.
Depart for Arusha, where day rooms and dinner await at Moivaro Lodge. Enjoy a farewell dinner before transferring to the Kilimanjaro International Airport for homeward -bound flights. Schedule your departing flight from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) no earlier than 7PM.
Transportation: 5-hour transfer in 4x4 vehicle; 1-hour airport transfer
Dreaming of an adventure designed exclusively for you? With insider access and decades of experience, our travel experts create custom tailored adventures that are perfect for families, couples, and large groups. MT Sobek's custom adventures are designed to our exacting standards and led by our award-winning adventure guides.
When to start planning? Earlier is always better when designing a custom trip. More time allows for better availability of preferred accommodations, guides and your desired activities. Ideally, start the conversation with us at least 6 months before you want to travel. If you are looking for a custom trip that departs within three months, chances are greatly diminished in securing requested accommodations and the best guides.
*Custom trips require a 25% non-refundable deposit once an itinerary is agreed upon.
The best people to immerse you in a destination are the ones who live there, which is why we feature local Adventure Guides on our trips. Here are a few that you might meet on this adventure.
James K.
James Adiel Kivuyo was born in Arusha, Tanzania, and has been guiding since 2000. He is passionate about the conservation of biodiversity in African wildlife and has led hundreds of walking safaris through the Serengeti. James speaks many languages, from English and Masaai to the local dialect of Chagga and Kiswahili—the national language of Tanzania. His language skills help him to communicate with people from a broad cultural spectrum and he loves sharing experiences with travelers from around the globe. James is also a qualified Kilimanjaro guide and has assisted summit bids for over a decade.
Joseph N.
Joseph is affectionately known as 'Africa's Smallest Giraffe' by his fellow classmates at the Mweka Wildlife College. He is a passionate conservationist who was one of only four Tanzanians to be offered a UNESCO Grant to study Conservation and Park Management at University of Michigan. After completing his degree, Joseph returned to the Ngorongoro conservation area to work on anti-poaching initiatives. Despite his recognition and promotion, Joseph prefers to share his enthusiasm of the natural world with visitors as a safari guide in Tanzania.
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Descend from the Ngorongoro highlands onto the vast plains of the Serengeti, with their classic granite kopjes - rounded boulders shaped by wind eons. Deeper into the Serengeti, prepare for game viewing with magnificent scenery. Notice the vegetation change into riverine woodland and acacia tree valleys as you continue on to the next tented camp.
All aboard for a full day of classic game viewing! The savannah woodlands are a mosaic of habitats: small grassy plains mix with tree savannas and areas of dense bush, making for a greater diversity of animals. See buffalo, giraffe, dik-dik, reedbuck, impala, waterbuck, baboons, and vervet monkeys - all common residents, as are lion, cheetah, leopard, and hyena. Hippos and crocodiles occupy several rivers in the woodlands of the north; the Seronera River area is one of Africa\'s best for encounters with the elusive leopard.
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Activity Level
This trip is rated activity level 2. This safari trip includes early morning and evening game drives in 4X4 vehicles on roads that can be bumpy and rugged. The walking distance is flexible but you should be prepared to walk on uneven and occasionally muddy terrain. No previous experience is required. Learn more about activity levels here.
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Day 1
5-6 hours/5.5 miles hiking with 4,800' elevation loss
Day 2
Half day 4x4 game drive
Day 3
Full day 4x4 game drive & 10-minute sunset walk
Day 4
Full day 4x4 game drives
Day 5
Morning and Afternoon 4x4 game drives
Accommodations
A mix of deluxe camps and lodges with all the creature comforts, paired with stays at well-equipped mobile camps with luxury touches.
Surrounded by an impressive array of flora and fauna, the charming Moivaro Lodge is a perfect African retreat. Set in thatched brick cottages surrounded by pretty tropical gardens, spacious rooms showcase private verandas, fireplaces, and en-suite bathrooms. Enjoy panoramic views of Mount Meru from the porch, or laze by the pool in the midst of coffee plants.
Surrounded by volcanic landscapes of the Crater Highlands, the deluxe Misigiyo Camp brings true meaning to the phrase "getting away from it all." Luxury-style tents feature en-suite bathrooms. Guests enjoy meals at the large mess dining tent and lounge with books and games at the library. Outdoor seating provides lovely vistas of the wilderness.
Like the Crater Highlands camp, the Serengeti camp includes luxury-style tents complete with en-suite bathrooms. Guests dine in the large and airy mess tent before curling up with a book in the library or a board game in the lounge. The outdoor seating area is a great spot to unwind while taking in the Serengeti scenery.
Weather
The safari is between 3,000' - 8,000', so you will be blessed with temperate climate year-round with passing showers, drizzle, or no rain at all.
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FAQs
Can I book this as a trip instead of as an extension?
This itinerary was designed with the Tanzania Climb Kilimanjaro trip in mind. At this time, it can only be booked as a post-trip extension for that trip.
How can I book this extension now that I've booked on the Tanzania Climb Kilimanjaro trip?
Please give our trip consultants a call to book the extension.
Do I need vaccinations or malaria tablets?
We always recommend you speak to your doctor or a health professional about vaccinations and malaria tablets well in advance of your safari. At present, certain areas of Tanzania are affected by malaria.
Will there be wildlife roaming at camps and lodges?
Many of the areas are not fenced and contain wildlife roaming freely while you are staying in your safari lodges and camps, so remaining cautious is important.
What is a typical day like while on safari?
We suggest an early morning breakfast, followed by a morning game drive. You will spend the afternoon on a game drive, departing the park before sunset, returning to your camp for sundowners and a relaxing dinner.
"This trip was the realization of a dream and exceeded all expectations. The combination of a traditional vehicle safari and a walking safari allowed us to experience this incredible environment on so many levels."
Kim O. MT Sobek Guest, Tanzania Ultimate Serengeti Active Safari
"My daughters and I experienced the trip of a lifetime on the Ultimate Tanzania Safari! The trip was a perfect combination of game drives, game walks and cultural interaction."
Martha P. MT Sobek Guest, Tanzania Ultimate Serengeti Active Safari
