7-Day Tanzania Safari through Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro

7 Days Round trip from Tanzania Easy pace
Witness towering giraffes at Tarangire National Park

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Full-day wildlife viewing in Tarangire, famous for large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees
  • 02 Scenic drive through the Ngorongoro Highlands with views of farmland and Maasai communities en route to Serengeti
  • 03 Morning and afternoon game drives in Serengeti with chances to spot lions, cheetahs, leopards, and, seasonally, the Great Migration
  • 04 Morning game drive in Lake Manyara, known for lush forests, hippos, rich birdlife, and tree-climbing lions
  • 05 Comfortable overnight stays in Arusha, Karatu, and a Serengeti bush camp

Discover Tanzania's most iconic safari landscapes on this 7-day journey through Tarangire, Serengeti, the Ngorongoro region, and Lake Manyara. From the elephant-rich banks of the Tarangire River to the endless golden plains of the Serengeti, enjoy game drives designed to maximize wildlife sightings, including big cats, vast herds, and an extraordinary variety of birdlife. Travel through scenic highlands and Maasai countryside, take in dramatic Rift Valley views, and stay in comfortable lodges and camps in Arusha, Karatu, and the Serengeti.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Arusha, Mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park
Languages English, French, German, Italian

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Arusha and Safari Briefing

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you will be warmly welcomed by your representative and transferred to your lodge in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, you can relax at the lodge, enjoy the surroundings, or take some time to explore Arusha. Your safari guide will meet you and provide a briefing about the upcoming adventure. Enjoy a peaceful evening and prepare for your Tanzania safari.

Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge / Similar
Meals: Dinner

2
Day 02

Tarangire's Elephants and Baobab Landscapes

After breakfast, meet your safari guide and drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and beautiful savannah landscapes. Enjoy a full-day game drive along the Tarangire River, where wildlife gathers to drink. Look for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, and a variety of bird species. In the evening, continue to Karatu for dinner and your overnight stay.

Accommodation: Farm of Dreams Lodge / Similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

3
Day 03

Ngorongoro Highlands Journey to Serengeti

After breakfast, depart Karatu and travel toward Serengeti National Park through the beautiful Ngorongoro Highlands. Enjoy views of rolling hills, farmland, and traditional Maasai communities along the way. Continue into Serengeti, where the landscape opens into vast golden plains filled with wildlife. Enjoy an afternoon game drive searching for lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeests before heading to your camp for dinner.

Accommodation: Tanzania Bush Camp / Similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

4
Day 04

Full-Day Game Drives in Serengeti

Spend a full day exploring Serengeti National Park with morning and afternoon game drives. Begin early, when wildlife is often most active, and search for lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, and large wildebeest herds. Depending on the season, you may also encounter the Great Migration. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park before continuing your afternoon wildlife adventure. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and relaxation.

Accommodation: Tanzania Bush Camp / Similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

5
Day 05

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area and Karatu

After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive in Serengeti before departing toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Continue through the changing landscapes from the open Serengeti plains to the lush highlands surrounding Ngorongoro. Along the way, enjoy scenic viewpoints and opportunities to see Maasai communities and their livestock. Continue to Karatu and check in at your lodge, where you can relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Accommodation: Farm of Dreams Lodge / Similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

6
Day 06

Lake Manyara Wildlife Drive and Return to Arusha

After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park for a morning game drive. This scenic park is known for its lush forests, large elephant herds, colorful birdlife, hippos, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and tree-climbing lions. Enjoy the beautiful views of the Great Rift Valley and Lake Manyara before leaving the park. Continue to Arusha, arriving in the afternoon or early evening. Check in at your lodge and relax before your departure the following day.

Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge / Similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

7
Day 07

Departure from Arusha

After breakfast, enjoy a relaxed morning at your lodge in Arusha. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have some free time to rest, explore nearby areas, or purchase souvenirs. Later, your driver will transfer you to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight, marking the end of your unforgettable Tanzania safari.

Meals: Breakfast

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Tanzania 6 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Accommodation: Lodges and tented camps as per the itinerary

  • Meals: Full board (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the safari

  • Transportation: 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for easy game viewing

  • Professional guide: Experienced, English-speaking safari guide

  • Park fees: All national park entry fees and Ngorongoro Crater fees

  • Game drives: Daily game drives as per the itinerary

  • Drinking water: Bottled water is provided during game drives

  • Airport transfers: Pickup and drop-off at Kilimanjaro International Airport

  • Government taxes and levies

What's Not Included

  • International flights: Flights to and from Tanzania

  • Visa fees: Tanzania visa costs

  • Travel insurance: Personal travel insurance (required)

  • Optional activities: Any optional tours, such as hot air balloon safaris

  • Tips and gratuities: For guides, drivers, and lodge staff

  • Personal expenses: Items such as souvenirs, additional beverages, laundry, and phone calls

  • Alcoholic beverages: Alcoholic and non-included beverages at lodges and camps

What to bring

  • Comfortable clothing in neutral colors for safari game drives

  • A jacket for cool mornings and evenings

  • Comfortable shoes

  • A hat

  • Sunscreen

  • Insect repellent

  • A camera

  • Binoculars for animal watching

  • A UK-style three-pin adaptor, if needed

  • Cash for small purchases and tips

  • Any personal medications

Know before you go

  • Visa:

    • Most travelers need a visa to enter Tanzania. You can get it on arrival or apply online before you travel.

  • Health & Vaccinations:

    • Please check with your doctor to make sure you have any necessary vaccinations, such as yellow fever, and bring any personal medications.

  • Money:

    • The local currency is Tanzanian Shilling (TZS), but US dollars are widely accepted. Bring cash for small purchases and tips. Credit cards are also accepted in most places.

  • What to Pack:

    • Light clothes in neutral colors for the safari, a jacket for cool mornings and evenings, comfortable shoes, and a hat. Don't forget sunscreen, insect repellent, and your camera.

    • Binoculars are helpful for animal watching.

  • Electricity:

    • Tanzania uses 230V with UK-style three-pin plugs. Bring an adaptor if needed.

  • Phone & Internet:

    • Mobile signal is limited in some areas. Many lodges have Wi-Fi, but it can be slow.

  • Tipping:

    • Tipping is common. You can tip your guide about $10-$15 per day, and $5 per day for lodge staff.

  • Safety:

    • Tanzania is safe, but always listen to your guide. Stay inside the vehicle when in the park to remain safe around animals.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Kilimanjaro International Airport, Kilimanjaro Airport Road, Tanzania
Tour start
Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 7 days finish where they began, in Tanzania.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $2,850.00 — $3,600.00
Double Sharing $2,480.00 — $2,850.00
Triple Sharing $2,190.00 — $2,480.00

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