Migration Safari Planning
Lake Manyara Treetop Safari
A compact northern Tanzania safari built around Lake Manyara, Tarangire, and the Rift Valley. This easy-paced route is ideal for guests who want varied scenery, elephant country, birdlife, and a taste of classic game drives without a long itinerary.
Best time to travel - Jun - Oct
Duration
4 Days
Destinations
Arusha,
Lake Manyara,
Tarangire,
Arusha,
Best Time
Jun - Oct
Starts / Ends
Arusha / Arusha
Route Overview
Your Safari Route - Day By Day
•
Arusha
Day 1 — Arrival & Safari Briefing
•
Lake Manyara
Day 2 — Rift Valley Forest & Lake Wildlife
•
Tarangire
Day 3 — Elephants & Baobabs
•
Arusha
Day 4 — Departure
The Full Itinerary
What To Expect - Each Day
All arrivals, game drives, lodge moves, and departure details mapped throughout.
Day 1
Arrival In Arusha
Arusha
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your lodge. Meet your guide for a relaxed safari briefing and prepare for the days ahead.
Accommodation
Arusha Coffee LodgeMeals Included
Dinner
01
Day 2
Arrival In Arusha
Lake Manyara
Drive to Lake Manyara for forest, lake shore, and escarpment views. Look for elephants, flamingos, hippos, and tree-climbing lions before settling into your lodge.
Accommodation
Manyara Serena Safari LodgeMeals Included
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
02
Day 3
Arrival In Arusha
Tarangire
Spend the day in Tarangire, known for large elephant herds and ancient baobabs. Game drives follow river valleys where wildlife gathers through the dry season.
Accommodation
Tarangire Sopa LodgeMeals Included
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
03
Day 4
Arrival In Arusha
Arusha
Enjoy a slow breakfast, then drive back to Arusha with time for a market stop or dayroom depending on your onward flight.
Accommodation
Dayroom in ArushaMeals Included
Breakfast, Lunch
04
Pricing
Tour Pricing & What Is Included
from
$2,150
per person / double occupancy
All bookings and payments are handled directly through our office in Arusha, Tanzania.
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What Is Included
Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof fees
Professional English-speaking safari guide fees
Park fees and conservation fees fees
Accommodation as listed in the itinerary fees
Meals listed each day and bottled water on safari fees
Not Included
International flights and visas
Travel insurance
Premium drinks and personal expenses
Guide and lodge staff gratuities
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