Ngorongoro and Manyara (1/2 day crater tour)

3 Days

The Ngorongoro Conservation Area: A UNESCO protected World Heritage Site and an International Biosphere Reserve, theNgorongoro Conservation Area covering an area of 8292 sq km consists of the Ngorongoro Crater itself, Empakai Crater, Oldupai Gorge, and Ndutu including the short grass plains of the south eastern Serengeti ecosystem. The Ngorongoro Conservation Area is a pioneering experiment where people (the Maasai), their livestock and wildlife co-exist and share the same protected habitat.

The stunning spectacle of the Ngorongoro Crater, with its steep walls falling some 610 metres to the floor, is undoubtedly one of the highlights of a safari tour in Tanzania. “It is impossible to give a fair description of the size and beauty of the Crater for there is nothing with which one can compare it. It is one of the Wonders of the World…” once wrote Professor Bernhard Grzimek. The crater floor is home to thousands of plain animals, including the rare black rhino, zebra, wildebeest, gazelles, hippos, eland, elephants, and a large predator population of lions, hyena, and jackal.

Lake Manyara National Park:

Nestling at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment, less than 130 kilometres from Arushatown, is Lake Manyara National Park, one of the oldest and most popular sanctuaries in East Africa. It is home to a myriad of bird life and the famous tree-climbing lions. The park offers an impressive diversity of habitats for animals and birds: from the slopes of the rift escarpment and ground water forest to the acacia woodlands, open grassland, and the soda lake itself which occupies 77% of the National Park total area of 330 sq m. Common animals include baboons, giraffe, impala, wildebeest, buffalo, zebra, elephant, hippos, with over 400 species of birds including water birds and the colourful migratory flamingoes.

If using 1 night Ngorongoro Serena & 1 night Lake Manyara Serena Lodge

Prices are quoted in US Dollars

 LTN 5Each ofEach ofEach ofEach ofEach ofEach ofSRS
 Seasons1 Pax2 Pax3 Pax4 Pax5 Pax6 Pax 
101.02-28.02.23 &       
 01.07-31.10.23 &       
 22.12-31.12.23220515891383128012191178132
         
226.05-30.06.23213115141308120611441103115
         
301.03-31.03.23 &       
 01.11-21.12.23194313261120101895691577
         
401.04-25.05.231833121710119088478060
         
If using 1 night Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge & 1 night Kirurumu Manyara Lodge 
Prices are quoted in US Dollars      
 LTN 5Each ofEach ofEach ofEach ofEach ofEach ofSRS
 Seasons1 Pax2 Pax3 Pax4 Pax5 Pax6 Pax 
101.01-28.02.23 &       
 26.05-31.10.23 &       
 22.12-31.12.2317841181980880820780129
         
201.03-31.03.23 &       
 01.11-21.12.2317711168967867806766129
         
301.04-25.05.231681107987877771767780

GENERAL TERMS & CONDITIONS

  1. Package Variation due to Government Taxes and Levies:

The contracted rates used in this Package are subject to change without prior notice; The rates above are inclusive of current levies & taxes as of August 2022, however should there be any new statutory taxes introduced and/or increase of any current levies by Government/statutory bodies the same shall be passed on to you

  1. Ngorongoro Entry Fee:

Ngorongoro Entry Fees are based on current tariff, should NGORONGORO increase the entry fees the same will be passed on to you. Currently Ngorongoro Conservation Authorities are allowing full day crater tour but they might restrict to half day in the future. 

  1. Rooming Policy with Serena Lodges:

Serena Hotels will confirm up to a maximum of seven singles per group at single room rate as contract rate. Any additional single rooms will be charged at double room contract rate. 

  1. Luggage space:

Soft-sided luggage or duffels are preferable to hard luggage for storage on safari vehicles within East Africa. Large suitcases of dimensions greater than 24″x 17″x 7″ are impossible to store in vehicles and on aircraft and should not be used. (Baggage and personal effects are at owner’s risk throughout the tour and baggage insurance for members is strongly advised). 

  1. Re-routing of Itineraries due to limited space availability:

There may be some departures operated on a re-routed version depending on the status given, but reflecting same experience and number of game drives. Although every effort is made to adhere to schedules, it should be noted that the hoteliers in Tanzania may be obliged to occasionally change routes on safaris as dictated by changing conditions. 

  1. Seasonal variations:

Some bookings might straddle between two seasons making the above seasonal quotations on accommodation NOT APPLICABLE. In such cases, supplements / reductions will be applicable for such bookings. 

  1. Supplements and reductions

All supplements and reductions as well as scheduled flight fares are net and non-commissionable. 

  1. Scheduled Flight Baggage Allowance:

Soft bags only 15 kgs per person (inclusive of hand luggage) 

  1. Accommodation rates for children sharing with adults:

Child sharing rate is based on the general child policy of the accommodations. For any specific combination of child sharing with adults/children, we kindly ask you to get a quote from us depending on the child age and rooming arrangement. 

  1. Children Policy: (not applicable to Camping Itineraries)

Children between the age of 3 and 12years

  • Pays 60% of the adult rate if sharing a room with two adults
  • Pays 80% of the adult rate if sharing a room with another child
  • Pays 100% of the adult rates if sharing a room with one adult
  • No discount on Holiday and other supplements
  1. Payment Policy

A deposit of 50% is required at the time of booking. The balance is due 45 days before commencement of the tour program. If the reservation is made within 45 days of departure the whole amount must be paid at the time of confirmation. 

  1. Cancellation Policy

All cancellations must be received in writing. As all suppliers charge cancellation fees, they are in turn passed on to us. Reservations that are cancelled, reduced in length of stay or reduced in number of occupancy are subject to cancellation and no-show fees. Following is the scale for cancellation charges:

  • No cancellation charge if cancelled 61 days prior to arrival.
  • 35% of booking value if cancelled between 60-44 days prior to arrival
  • 50% of booking value if cancelled between 43-36 days prior to arrival
  • 75% of booking value if cancelled between 35-21 days prior to arrival
  • 100% of booking value if cancelled 21 days prior to arrival

PLEASE NOTE THAT:

  • All rates are quoted based on per person sharing a double/twin room. Single room Supplement (SRS) has been shown separately.
  • Before booking any tour from this Website, please read carefully all the details i.e. inclusions, exclusions, Holiday surcharges, closure dates, validity, booking terms & conditions etc. shown in this Website.
  • Some bookings might straddle between two seasons making the following seasonal quotations on accommodation NOT APPLICABLE. In such cases, please contact us for TAILOR-MADE QUOTATIONS cutting across seasons.
  • These rates include the tourism development levy of 1% of room rate per day/night as well as TANAPA & NCAA flat rate Concession fees.
  • Rates include VAT on Ground Transport, Park Entry/Camping Fees/Concession & Crater Services Fees only.

Itinerary

The tour starts with lunch in Arusha town at 1230hrs. 1400hrs, drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Dinner and overnight at the lodge

Today you will descend 2000 feet (0ver 600 meters) to the floor of the crater for a half day crater tour. Explore the forest areas that are inhabited by monkeys and elephant, the lake area, where you may see the flamingos and the open savannah where the lions hunt for food. Lunch at the lodge and then drive to Lake Manyara for dinner and overnight at the lodge

Enjoy a morning game drive in Lake Manyara National Park whose inhabitants include hippos, monkeys, tree climbing lions, flamingos and other variety of birdlife. Mid morning, drive back to Arusha. Lunch in Arusha town at 1230hrs
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Ngorongoro and Manyara (1/2 day crater tour)
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/ Person in a 6PAX Group
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