- Photographic Safaris
Photo Adventure – Safari in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro
Tanzania | 9 Days and 8 Nights
9-Day Photographic Safari in Tanzania: Capture African Wildlife in Action
Embark on a 9-day Photographic Safari in Tanzania and witness the wonders of African wildlife up close. Perfect for wildlife photography enthusiasts and professional photographers, this safari offers unparalleled opportunities to capture the Great Migration, newborn calves, predators in action, and much more. Explore iconic destinations like Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire, and Lake Manyara, creating unforgettable photographic memories.
Photographic Highlights:
- Great Migration: Photograph vast herds of wildebeest between July and October in the Serengeti.
- Newborn Calves: Capture the magic of baby animals during calving season from January to March.
- Predators in Action: Snap thrilling moments featuring lions, cheetahs, and leopards across the African plains.
- Elephants in Tarangire: Frame majestic elephants in their natural habitat at Tarangire National Park.
- Wildlife at Lake Manyara: Discover baboons, giraffes, and tree-climbing lions at this serene destination.
- Ngorongoro Crater: Photograph diverse wildlife in one of the world's most stunning natural wonders.
- Flamingos at Lake Natron: Document the beauty of flamingo colonies along the shores of Lake Natron.
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Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Welcome and reception upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport. Our dedicated team will be waiting for you to ensure a smooth and comfortable arrival. After the warm welcome, we proceed to your hotel, providing a welcoming environment for a well-deserved and relaxing rest. Count on us to start your journey with elegance and comfort from the first moment.
Meals included: Dinner
Our Accommodation recommendations
- Comfort: Arusha Planet Lodge
- Semi-Luxury: Mount Meru Hotel
- Luxurious: Gran Melia Arusha
Day 2: Tarangire National Park
After enjoying a delicious breakfast, we will set off on an exciting journey during a Photo Safari in Tarangire. This sanctuary is widely recognized for being home to a magnificent population of African elephants, majestic predators and the iconic Baobab trees, providing a unique experience for photography enthusiasts. Feel the thrill of a day full of wilderness discoveries, capturing spectacular images of wildlife and the lush landscape. At sunset, we head back to the comfort of your lodge to enjoy an excellent dinner and a peaceful evening immersed in the pure serenity of the African savannah.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Our Accommodation recommendations
- Comfort: Farm of Dreams Lodge
- Semi-Luxury: Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge
- Luxurious: The Retreat at Ngorongoro
Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, we start our photographic journey to Lake Manyara National Park. This remarkable place is famous for its unique diversity of wildlife, offering exclusive opportunities to capture extraordinary moments. Highlights include the world's largest concentration of baboons and the famous tree-climbing lions, providing unique scenes for your photographs. Explore the diverse habitats, from acacia forests to towering baobab cliffs, and take advantage of the breathtaking views to create memorable visual compositions on your photographic journey At sunset, we head back to your lodge for a great dinner and rest after a day filled with natural wonders.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Our Accommodation recommendations
- Comfort: Farm of Dreams Lodge
- Semi-Luxury: Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge
- Luxurious: The Retreat at Ngorongoro
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater - Serengeti
After an early breakfast, we embark on an extraordinary journey towards the Ngorongoro Crater, the true "Eighth Natural Wonder of the World" as it has been named. We will descend more than 600 meters to admire this spectacular crater, a rich wildlife sanctuary sustained by water and food sources all year round. The Ngorongoro Conservation Area is home to a variety of wildlife, including wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, eland, warthog, hippo, rhino and the majestic African elephant. We'll be sure to explore picturesque Lake Magadi, home to flamingos, hippos and a variety of water birds. Get ready to record extraordinary moments in this stunning natural setting.
In the afternoon, we continue our journey towards the mythical Serengeti National Park. Leaving the highlands behind, we descend into the heart of Wild Africa - the Serengeti - characterized by its endless plains that stretch as far as the eye can see. At the end of the day, we'll head back to your lodge for dinner and a rest.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Our Accommodation recommendations
- Comfort: Into Wild Tented Camp
- Semi-Luxury: Signature Serengeti
- Luxurious: Melia Serengeti
Day 5 - 6: Serengeti National Park
Awaken to the magnificence of the Serengeti over these two days, where the sounds of nature welcome your awakening. After an energizing breakfast, the vastness of the savannah welcomes you to explore the richness of its wildlife. This legendary park, the protagonist of award-winning films and documentaries, is globally famous for its extraordinary population of large predators and exuberant wildlife. Every moment here is an adventure; at dusk, the true essence of the Serengeti's name, the 'Endless Plain', reveals itself. These days promise to be a memorable journey of unique photographs. At nightfall, we head back to your lodge for a great dinner and a quiet evening, immersed in the unique serenity that only the Serengeti offers.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Our Accommodation recommendations
- Comfort: Into Wild Tented Camp
- Semi-Luxury: Signature Serengeti
- Luxurious: Melia Serengeti
Day 7: Serengeti - Lake Natron
After breakfast, we will set off for the fascinating Lake Natron, known for its vibrant colors ranging from orange to fuchsia, this is a particularly captivating destination for photography enthusiasts, as it offers a unique experience. The lake is the scene of a magnificent spectacle, when the largest flock of flamingos in East Africa gathers to breed in this area, making the landscape breathtaking. The lake, fed by mineral-rich springs, is the only place in the region where flamingos breed, thanks to its alkaline nature, which protects the eggs from various predators. At the end of the day, we'll head back to the lodge for dinner and rest.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Our Accommodation recommendations
- Comfort: Maasai Giraffe Eco Lodge
- Semi-Luxury: Lake Natron Tented Camp
- Luxurious: Africa Safari Lake Natron
Day 8: Lake Natron - Arusha
After breakfast, we will continue exploring this region in the direction of Arusha. Lake Natron is also famous for its alkaline waters that turn animals to stone. The alkalinity comes from the sodium carbonate of the surrounding hills and the deposits of this mineral act as preservatives, turning some animals literally into statues, a phenomenon that leads many curious people to visit this place.
Let your camera record the last chapter of this incredible visual narrative, where every click is a page of immortal memories in the album of your African adventure. In the late afternoon we will arrive in Arusha for a relaxing dinner full of memories and unique photographs of the landscapes and wildlife of this unforgettable country.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Our Accommodation recommendations
- Comfort: Arusha Planet Lodge
- Semi-Luxury: Mount Meru Hotel
- Luxurious: Gran Melia Arusha
Day 9: Departure
After breakfast or depending on your flight schedule, we head to Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport for your next flight home/other destination.
Included Meals: Breakfast
✔ Your Unforgettable Safari with Time For African Adventures concludes here
Optional Activities
- Hot Air Balloon Ride in Serengeti
- Click here to see Exclusive Experiences&Zanzibar Tours
Observations
- This itinerary already includes the first night in Arusha (strongly recommended), but can be excluded depending on your preference.
- The possibility of including lunch on the day of your arrival in Tanzania is available upon request.
- We offer the opportunity to enhance your safari experience through direct flights to destinations such as the Serengeti or other parks, providing a more efficient and exclusive journey.
- The possibility of including extension in Zanzibar is available upon request.
- We customize all itineraries according to your preferences, whether in terms of budget, accommodation or other personal choices.
What’s Included:
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- All accommodation as stated in the itinerary
- All activities as stated in the itinerary
- All Meals (Hot Meals) - as specified in the day-by-day section
- Private Safari - Wildlife Viewing on our comfortable 4x4 Safari Jeeps with Pop-Up Roof with Unlimited Mileage
- Mineral Waters during all Safari, Coffee and Snacks
- All National Park Fees & Government Taxes
- Professional English speaking Guide (Other languages available upon request)
- Emergency Rescue
What is not Included:
- Visa fees
- Passport valid for at least 6 months
- International flights
- Domestic flights (can be included upon request)
- Personal spendings
- Personal travel insurance
- Tips
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