Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
Price: From $3,295 USD
Starts: Arusha or Moshi
Ends: Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport
Best For: First-time safari-goers, wildlife lovers, and those short on time wanting an upscale experience

Trip Overview

This 7 days private safari brings you face-to-face with Tanzania’s legendary wildlife across four of the most iconic northern parks: Lake Manyara, Tarangire, the world-renowned Serengeti, and the dramatic Ngorongoro Crater. Designed for travelers seeking a fuller immersion without rushing, this itinerary balances exciting game drives, breathtaking scenery, and cultural encounters with time to relax at hand-picked lodges.

Start with either Tarangire, known for its elephants and baobabs, or Lake Manyara, famous for flamingos and tree-climbing lions. Continue to the Serengeti, home to the Great Migration and abundant big cats, then cap it off with a sunrise safari on the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater—a UNESCO World Heritage site teeming with wildlife, including black rhino.

Each safari is fully private and can be customized to your preferences, including upgrades to luxury camps or exclusive experiences like a hot air balloon safari. Ideal for couples, families, or solo adventurers looking for a deeper connection with Tanzania’s wild heart.

Safari Highlight

• Explore Three Iconic Parks – Witness diverse landscapes and wildlife in Tarangire, Lake Manyara, and the legendary Serengeti.

• The Big Five & Beyond – Encounter elephants, lions, leopards, buffalo, and rhinos, plus cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and flamingos.

• Ngorongoro Crater Safari – Descend into the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera, home to one of Africa’s densest wildlife populations.

• Customize Your Adventure – Choose between game drives and cultural activities like biking, local village tours, or coffee/art workshops.

• Great Migration Tracking – Follow the migration route (seasonal) in the Serengeti for dramatic predator-prey action.

• Optional Balloon Safari – Add a breathtaking sunrise hot air balloon ride over the Serengeti (extra cost).

• Flexible Lodging Options – Select from Budget, Mid-Range, Luxury, or Elite accommodations to suit your style and comfort.

Itinerary - day by day

Day 1: Arusha/Moshi to Lake Manyara or Tarangire National Park

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Depart Arusha or Moshi after breakfast and drive to your first park of the safari.

• Option 1: Lake Manyara National Park (best from December to May): Nestled below the Rift Valley escarpment, this compact park features lush forest, acacia woodland, and the lake itself. Look out for tree-climbing lions, flocks of flamingos, and a large variety of birds and primates.

• Option 2: Tarangire National Park (best from June to November): Famous for its giant baobabs and large elephant herds, this park offers dry savannah landscapes and frequent sightings of buffalo, giraffe, zebra, and even big cats.

Enjoy a picnic lunch and a late afternoon game drive before heading to your lodge.

Overnight:

• Budget: Endoro Lodge

• Mid-Range: Escarpment Luxury Lodge

• Luxury: Tarangire River Camp

• Elite: Lemala Tarangire Camp

Day 2: Activities in Lake Manyara or Tarangire Region

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Customize your day with a mix of wildlife and cultural adventure:

• Morning game drive in the park for more wildlife encounters.

• Or choose an active cultural experience: biking to Lake Manyara, a village walk in Mto wa Mbu, zip-lining, or a local coffee or Tinga Tinga art tour.

Afternoon at leisure or optional game drive.

Overnight: Same as Day 1

Day 3: Drive to Serengeti National Park

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, set out on a scenic drive through the Ngorongoro Highlands en route to Serengeti. Arrive at the park gate, enjoy a picnic lunch, and begin your first Serengeti game drive.

Look out for the "Big Five" and other iconic African wildlife. Reach your lodge in the late afternoon.

Overnight:

• Budget: Serengeti Halisi Camp

• Mid-Range: Serengeti Kati Kati Tented Camp

• Luxury: Kubu Kubu Tented Camp

• Elite: Lemala Ewanjan Camp (Seronera)

Day 4: Serengeti National Park (Full-Day Game Drive)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Spend a full day exploring the central Serengeti. Depending on your lodge location and season, you may follow the migration or focus on regions known for predator activity.

• Option of morning and afternoon drives or a full-day outing with picnic lunch.

• Optional: Sunrise hot air balloon safari with champagne breakfast (extra cost).

Overnight: Same as Day 3

Day 5: More of Serengeti National Park

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy another full day of game drives. Visit different areas of the Serengeti, such as river valleys, plains, and kopjes.

• Track large herbivore herds or predators on the move.

• Explore less-traveled areas for unique sightings and scenery.

Overnight: Same as Day 3

Day 6: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After a final morning game drive in the Serengeti, begin your journey to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famed for its exceptional wildlife and cultural heritage. Along the way, you may choose to stop at:

• Olduvai Gorge – One of the most significant paleoanthropological sites in the world, where fossils and artifacts reveal the story of early human evolution.

• Authentic Maasai Village – Experience traditional Maasai culture, from daily life and customs to colorful beadwork and dances.

Arrive at your lodge near the Ngorongoro Crater rim by late afternoon, ready for the next day’s adventure.

Overnight Options:

• Budget: Rhino Lodge

• Mid-Range: Ngorongoro Serena Lodge

• Luxury: Gibbs Farm

• Elite: Lemala Ngorongoro Tented Camp

Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive / Return to Arusha or Moshi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Start your day with an early descent into the Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This natural wonder shelters over 20,000 animals, including black rhinos, lions, elephants, hippos, and a rich diversity of birdlife.

Enjoy a scenic picnic by the hippo pool before beginning your return journey to Arusha, Moshi, or Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for departure.

End of Safari

Inclusions

• All lodging (double/triple occupancy)

• Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof and guaranteed window seat

• English-speaking driver/guide

• All park fees and taxes

• Daily meals as per itinerary

• Filtered water in vehicle

• Cultural experiences and activities as outlined

Exclusions

• International/domestic flights

• Alcohol and beverages

• Optional excursions (Olduvai Gorge, hot air balloon, etc.)

• Tips and personal expenses

• Single room supplement

• Travel insurance