Overview
Built specifically for photographers, this eight-day route through Tarangire, Lake Manyara, the Serengeti and Ngorongoro prioritises time and positioning over ground covered โ early starts for first light, extended waits at sightings, and guides trained to read animal behaviour and frame the shot, not just find the animal.
Trip Highlights
- Private driver-guide and flexible pacing
- Wildlife, landscapes and local encounters
- Thoughtful lodges and camps along the route
- Direct local support throughout your journey
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1Arusha to Tarangire+
Drive to Tarangire National Park with a photography briefing and an afternoon game drive.
Day 2Full Day in Tarangire+
A full day working the golden-hour light around Tarangire’s elephant herds and baobabs.
Day 3Tarangire to Lake Manyara+
Drive to Lake Manyara National Park for an afternoon session in the groundwater forest and lakeshore.
Day 4Lake Manyara to the Serengeti+
Continue into the central Serengeti, positioning for the following days’ light.
Day 5Full Day in the Central Serengeti+
An unhurried day around the Seronera Valley, prioritising extended time at strong sightings.
Day 6Full Day, Alternate Serengeti Route+
A change of area and light for a different set of compositions.
Day 7Serengeti to Ngorongoro+
Drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, stopping at scenic viewpoints en route.
Day 8Ngorongoro Crater & Return to Arusha+
A final morning session on the crater floor before the drive back to Arusha.
Safari Pricing
From $3,200 โ request a tailored quote โ
What's Included
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof and charging ports
- English-speaking professional driver-guide throughout
- All park entry and conservation fees
- Accommodation as listed in the itinerary
- Meals as specified (full board on safari)
- Bottled water during game drives
- Airport and hotel transfers on arrival and departure
- International and domestic flights (unless noted)
- Tanzania visa fees
- Travel and medical insurance
- Tips and gratuities for guides and camp staff
- Alcoholic and premium beverages
- Optional activities such as hot air balloon safaris
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
Route Map
Your Route ยท Tanzania
- Start Tarangire National Park โ Golden-hour elephant photography
- Lake Manyara National Park โ Forest & lakeshore light
- Serengeti National Park โ Two days, unhurried pacing
- End Ngorongoro Crater โ Crater floor finale
