- Tanzania
- Safaris
A specialized bird-watching safari highlighting Tanzania’s diverse avifauna, combining iconic wildlife viewing with focused ornithological experiences. Perfect for photographers, bird enthusiasts, and nature lovers who want an in-depth safari that goes beyond the usual game drive.
Pickup from Kilimanjaro Airport or your hotel. Enjoy a guided bird walk at Momella Lakes, spotting flamingos, crowned cranes, and turacos. Evening orientation talk on East Africa’s 1,000+ bird species.
Overnight: Hotel/Lodge In Arusha
Scenic drive into Tarangire. Afternoon birding amid baobabs and elephant herds. Key species include yellow-collared lovebirds, hornbills, and lilac-breasted rollers.
Overnight: Tented Lodge,
Full-day birding along the Tarangire River. Observe ostriches, raptors, and bee-eaters. Afternoon session at a bird hide near the swamp for photography and close observation.
Overnight: Tented Camp.
Morning birding en route. Explore Lake Manyara for silvery-cheeked hornbills, kingfishers, pelicans, and other waterfowl. Evening bird checklist session.
Overnight: Wildlife Lodge
Morning birdwatching around the lake. Drive to Ngorongoro crater rim, observing highland forest species such as sunbirds and Schalow’s turaco.
Overnight: Wildlife Lodge
Morning birding during the drive through Ngorongoro Highlands into Serengeti. In the Serengeti grasslands, spot kori bustards, secretary birds, and larks during afternoon game/birding drive.
Overnight: Wildlife Lodge
Early sunrise bird walk to catch any missed species. Drive back to Arusha with a picnic lunch en route. Transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport for departure.
Inclusions (7-Day Safari)
✔ Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
✔ Professional English-speaking safari driver-guide with birding expertise
✔ All National Park entry fees:
• Arusha National Park (Momella Lakes)
• Tarangire
• Lake Manyara
• Serengeti (Central)
• Ngorongoro Conservation Area & crater rim
✔ Full-board accommodation at TWC Lodges & Camps:
• Arusha Hotel (Day 1)
• Burunge Tented Lodge (Days 2 & 3)
• Tloma Lodge (Day 4)
• Ngorongoro Wildlife Lodge (Day 5)
• Serengeti Wildlife Lodge (Day 6)
✔ All meals as per itinerary (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
✔ Picnic lunch on Day 7
✔ Focused bird-watching drives and expert guidance
✔ Bottled drinking water during safari
✔ Government taxes & VAT
✘ Exclusions (Not Included)
✘ International or domestic flights
✘ Travel/medical insurance
✘ Tips for driver-guide & lodge staff
✘ Alcoholic & soft drinks at lodges
✘ Personal items (laundry, souvenirs)
✘ Optional balloon safari or extra cultural activities
✘ Anything not mentioned as included