7 Days Tanzania Safari – Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Lake Manyara
Tour Overview
This 7-day Tanzania safari takes you to the most iconic northern safari destinations: Tarangire National Park, the endless plains of the Serengeti, the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, and the diverse Lake Manyara National Park. From witnessing the Big Five and large elephant herds to the famous tree-climbing lions and seasonal Great Migration, this safari guarantees unforgettable memories. Stay in comfortable midrange lodges and tented camps while enjoying thrilling game drives in a private 4x4 safari vehicle.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met by our driver and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. The rest of the day is free to relax and prepare for your adventure.
Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge (or similar)
Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its huge elephant herds, baobab trees, and diverse wildlife. Enjoy a full-day game drive where you’ll spot lions, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, and over 400 bird species.
Accommodation: Farm of Dreams Lodge – Karatu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Karatu – Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, head through the Ngorongoro Highlands toward Serengeti National Park. Along the way, enjoy stunning views and stop for photos. Enter Serengeti for an afternoon game drive across the endless plains, home to lions, cheetahs, elephants, and seasonal wildebeest migration.
Accommodation: Tanzania Bush Camp – Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Full Day Serengeti Game Drive
Spend a full day exploring Serengeti’s diverse habitats. Begin with an early morning game drive to catch predators in action, followed by a picnic lunch in the park. Continue exploring the plains, spotting wildebeests, zebras, giraffes, and more.
Optional: Hot Air Balloon Safari at sunrise.
Accommodation: Tanzania Bush Camp – Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in Serengeti before driving toward Ngorongoro Conservation Area. On the way, you can stop at a Maasai village for a cultural experience. Dinner and overnight near the crater rim.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Wild Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater – Karatu
After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to over 25,000 animals, including the Big Five and the rare black rhino. Picnic lunch on the crater floor before ascending and heading back to Karatu for overnight.
Accommodation: Farm of Dreams Lodge – Karatu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Lake Manyara National Park – Arusha (Departure)
On your final day, visit Lake Manyara National Park, known for its tree-climbing lions, large flocks of flamingos, and diverse birdlife. After your game drive and picnic lunch, drive back to Arusha. Transfer to the airport for your departure flight or extend your trip to Zanzibar.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
✅ Inclusions
Airport transfers (arrival & departure)
Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
Professional English-speaking driver/guide
All park entry fees (Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Lake Manyara)
Accommodation as per itinerary
Full board meals during safari (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Bottled drinking water during game drives
Government taxes and levies
❌ Exclusions
International flights
Tanzania visa fees
Travel insurance
Personal expenses (laundry, souvenirs, drinks, tips)
Optional activities (balloon safari, cultural visits, Zanzibar extension)
Extra hotel nights before/after safari (can be arranged on request) put it on french
