Budget SafariLake Manyara, Serengeti & Crater
About this safari
The full northern circuit with a twist — the tree-climbing lions and flamingos of Lake Manyara, the endless Serengeti and the Big Five of the Ngorongoro Crater.
The full northern circuit with a twist — the tree-climbing lions and flamingos of Lake Manyara, the endless Serengeti and the Big Five of the Ngorongoro Crater.
Your itinerary
A guide to your journey — we’ll fine-tune every day around you.
Day1
Arrive in Kilimanjaro → Lake Manyara
🍽 Lunch · Dinner 🏕 Lake Manyara Tree Lodge
Arrive in Kilimanjaro → Lake Manyara
Karibu! On arrival you are met by your safari specialist and travel on to Lake Manyara. A compact gem beneath the Rift escarpment, Lake Manyara blends groundwater forest, soda-lake flamingos and grassy plains — and is famous for its tree-climbing lions draped in the acacias.
Day2
Travel to Serengeti
🍽 Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner 🏕 Serengeti Under Canvas
Travel to Serengeti
Today you journey on to Serengeti. The Serengeti is the stage on which the whole migration plays out — endless plains alive with herds to the horizon, koppies, acacias and big predators. One of the richest wildlife ecosystems on the planet.
Day3
Exploring Serengeti
🍽 Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner 🏕 Serengeti Under Canvas
Exploring Serengeti
The Serengeti is the stage on which the whole migration plays out — endless plains alive with herds to the horizon, koppies, acacias and big predators. One of the richest wildlife ecosystems on the planet. A full day to explore at your own pace, with morning and late-afternoon game drives when the wildlife is most active.
Day4
Exploring Serengeti
🍽 Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner 🏕 Serengeti Under Canvas
Exploring Serengeti
The Serengeti is the stage on which the whole migration plays out — endless plains alive with herds to the horizon, koppies, acacias and big predators. One of the richest wildlife ecosystems on the planet. A full day to explore at your own pace, with morning and late-afternoon game drives when the wildlife is most active.
Day5
Travel to Ngorongoro Crater
🍽 Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner 🏕 The Highlands
Travel to Ngorongoro Crater
Today you journey on to Ngorongoro Crater. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater — a collapsed volcano and natural amphitheatre teeming with wildlife, and one of the best places in Africa to complete your Big Five with the endangered black rhino.
Day6
Departure
🍽 Breakfast
Departure
After a final breakfast, transfer to the airport for your onward flight — or extend with a beach finale (just ask). We say kwaheri until your next adventure.
Where you’ll travel
Kilimanjaro → Lake Manyara → Serengeti → Ngorongoro Crater
Your lodges & camps
Every property on this safari has its own page on our site — explore the rooms, amenities and gallery before you travel.
LodgeLake Manyara Tree Lodge
Stilted treehouse suites tucked into the mahogany forest of Lake Manyara.
Mobile CampSerengeti Under Canvas
A mobile camp that moves with the migration — luxury under canvas in the wild.
LodgeThe Highlands
Striking domed suites on the forested rim of the Ngorongoro highlands.
What’s included
✓ Included
- All internal light-aircraft flights & transfers
- All park & conservancy entrance fees
- Accommodation as specified
- All meals on safari as specified (B/L/D)
- Private 4×4 game drives with an expert local guide
- Drinking water on safari
- All government taxes & levies
- Airport meet-and-greet & transfers
✕ Not included
- International flights to/from East Africa
- Visas & travel insurance
- Gratuities for guides & camp staff
- Premium drinks & champagne
- Personal expenses & laundry
- Optional activities (balloon safari, gorilla permits where not stated)
Dates & prices
Join one of our guaranteed group departures below — or ask us to run this safari privately on any date you choose.
Sat 1 Aug 2026 – Thu 6 Aug 2026
- 👥 2 of 8 spots left
- 🛏 Private group · 2–7 guests · full board
- 🛡 A flexible deposit secures your seat; balance due before travel (card · PayPal · M-Pesa)
- ✦ Last minute price — save $410 per person (book by 18 Jul 2026)
Sat 12 Sep 2026 – Thu 17 Sep 2026
- 👥 3 of 8 spots left
- 🛏 Private group · 2–7 guests · full board
- 🛡 A flexible deposit secures your seat; balance due before travel (card · PayPal · M-Pesa)
Sat 24 Oct 2026 – Thu 29 Oct 2026
- 👥 5 of 8 spots left
- 🛏 Private group · 2–7 guests · full board
- 🛡 A flexible deposit secures your seat; balance due before travel (card · PayPal · M-Pesa)
Sat 19 Dec 2026 – Thu 24 Dec 2026
- 👥 Fully booked — join the waitlist
- 🛏 Private group · 2–7 guests · full board
- 🛡 A flexible deposit secures your seat; balance due before travel (card · PayPal · M-Pesa)
Sat 27 Feb 2027 – Thu 4 Mar 2027
- 👥 6 of 8 spots left
- 🛏 Private group · 2–7 guests · full board
- 🛡 A flexible deposit secures your seat; balance due before travel (card · PayPal · M-Pesa)
- ✦ Early bird price — save $500 per person (book by 29 Dec 2026)
Sat 8 May 2027 – Thu 13 May 2027
- 👥 7 of 8 spots left
- 🛏 Private group · 2–7 guests · full board
- 🛡 A flexible deposit secures your seat; balance due before travel (card · PayPal · M-Pesa)
- ✦ Sale price — save $620 per person
💰 Per person sharing, set-departure group rate. Single supplement +$1,040. Deposit secures your seat; balance due before travel — card · PayPal · M-Pesa.
What guests say about this safari
Sarah & Mark H.
SafariBookings · September 2025From the first email to the final sundowner, every detail was flawless. Our guide knew exactly where the wildlife would be — we had front-row seats the whole way.
The Delgado Family
Google · August 2025They designed the trip around our kids and it was pure magic. Perfectly paced, brilliant camps, and the team treated us like family.
Frequently asked questions
How does the tailor-made process work?
You tell us your dates, interests and budget, and a specialist designs a personalised itinerary — no fixed packages. We refine it together until it’s exactly right, then handle every booking and detail for you.
Is this safari suitable for children?
Yes — we offer a reduced child rate and can adapt the pace, game-drive timing and camps to suit families. Let us know your children’s ages and we’ll tailor it.
How do I secure my booking and pay?
A deposit secures your dates, with the balance due before travel. We accept secure card payments, PayPal and M-Pesa. Full terms come with your quote.
What about flights, visas and insurance?
International flights, visas and travel insurance are not included, but we’ll happily advise on all three and recommend trusted options.
Can I extend with a beach holiday?
Absolutely. A Zanzibar or Diani beach finale is a popular add-on — we’ll build it seamlessly into your itinerary.

Make this journey your own
Change the dates, the camps, the pace — anything. Tell us your dream and a real specialist will craft it around you, with no obligation.

