21 Days Birding Lake Victoria, Northern Tanzania and Usambara
Lappet-faced Vulture. Photo by Joe Ndekia
Tour Overview
A popular destination for birdwatching enthusiasts in Tanzania. Located in the northern part of the country with different habitats for bird species, many of which are endemic, and near-endemic to the area.
This is a 21-day extended Lake Victoria and Northern Tanzania birding tour which includes the Usambara Mountains.
Itinerary
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Arrive at the airport, where you will be greeted by our staff and sent to your accommodation.
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Fly to Mwanza and drive to the south-eastern shore of Lake Victoria for accommodation checking and do an evening birding, Overnight in Mwanza.
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Full-day birding around lake basin specials.
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Drive to Western Serengeti via Ndabaka Gate, birding en route to Central Serengeti, night in Central Serengeti.
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Explore Central Serengeti. 2 Full-day birding and game drive, night in Central Serengeti
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Early birding in Central Serengeti, return for lunch, then drive to Ndutu area in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, overnight in Ndutu.
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Full-day birding and game drive.
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Drive from Ndutu to Crater floor, spend the rest of the day there, exit Loduare Gate before 6:00 pm, overnight in Karatu
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Endoro Cave Trail, return for lunch, then drive to Tarangire, arriving late in the evening, and overnight in Tarangire.
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Full-day birding and game drive.
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Half a day in Tarangire, return to the lodge for lunch, then drive to Arusha town, overnight in Arusha.
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Drive to Engikaret Lark Plains, where we can spot the endemic Beesly's Lark and other dry country specialties, as well as the rich avifauna of the dry lands.
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Full-day birding in Arusha National Park, exit late in the evening.
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Early morning drive to South Pare Mountains via Nyumba ya Mungu Dam for the endemic South Pare White Eye, overnight in Same town.
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Drive to Magamba West Usambara, bird in the evening, Overnight in Lushoto.
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Full-day birding in Magamba Forest.
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Drive to Amani Nature Reserve East Usambaras, bird the botanical garden in the evening, night at Muheza.
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2 Full-day birding in Amani Nature Reserve.
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Early morning birding and transfer to the airport for departure.
Tour Info
Price
TBA
Included
Transportation and domestic flight
Accommodation - Small, locally owned lodges & hotels
Meals & water
Local Bird guide
National parks, Local area, Reserve entry fees
Medivac Insurance
Excluded
Personal items
Tips
International flights & visa
Travel Insurance
Alcohol & beverages
Group size
Max 6 pax
Fitness
Normal