7 Day Taste of Tanzania Safari Tour
This expertly guided 7-day Tanzania safari showcases the very best of northern Tanzania's wildlife reserves. From the baobab-studded plains of Tarangire to the lush highlands of Ngorongoro Crater and the endless grasslands of the Serengeti, this safari promises close-up encounters with Africa's most iconic species. Depending on the season, you may even witness the Great Migration, one of the world's most spectacular natural events.
Highlights
- Affordable 7-day Tanzania safari through world-famous parks
- Game drives in Tarangire National Park with its elephant herds and baobabs
- Descend into Ngorongoro Crater, home to the Big Five and incredible predators
- Explore the legendary Serengeti plains
- Potential to see the Great Migration (seasonal)
- Optional hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti
- Expert Tanzanian safari guides with years of experience
A Weeklong Safari Through Tanzania's Top Wildlife Destinations
Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park is famous for large herds of elephants
Depart from your Arusha hotel after a short safari briefing and head straight into Tarangire National Park. This lesser-visited gem is renowned for its ancient baobab trees, vast elephant herds, and rich birdlife. Enjoy game drives through the park with a picnic lunch before checking in at your comfortable tented lodge.
Overnight: Tarangire National Park (full board)
Day 2: Full Day in Tarangire
Spend a full day exploring Tarangire's varied landscapes, from river valleys to acacia woodlands. Look out for large elephant families, migratory herds, and predators that follow the game. Bird enthusiasts will love the sheer variety of species here. Return to your lodge for sundowners and dinner under the stars.
Overnight: Tarangire National Park (full board)
Day 3: Tarangire to Ngorongoro Highlands (via Manyara & Escarpment Views)
Ngorongoro Crater wildlife
After breakfast, drive north through scenic landscapes, pausing to admire panoramic views of Lake Manyara and the dramatic Great Rift Valley escarpment. Continue into the lush highlands of Karatu, where you'll overnight in a lodge either near the crater rim or on the edge of the Ngorongoro forest.
Overnight: Karatu Highlands / Ngorongoro Conservation Area (full board)
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater Safari & Continue to Serengeti/Ndutu
Frenzied Great Migration river crossing
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, often called the "Eighth Wonder of the World." This natural amphitheatre shelters an incredible density of wildlife, including lion, buffalo, elephant, rhino, and abundant plains game. After a picnic lunch, journey onward into the Serengeti ecosystem to overnight in a seasonal wilderness camp within the Serengeti or Ndutu area (depending on the time of year and wildlife movements).
Overnight: Serengeti / Ndutu Wilderness area (full board)
Day 5: Serengeti Safari Adventure
Wake to the sounds of the Serengeti and set off on a full day of thrilling game drives. Your guide will take you to the best areas for wildlife action, from big cats stalking prey to vast herds grazing on the plains. If travelling between January and March, witness the calving season in Ndutu—a dramatic period of predator-prey interaction.
Overnight: Serengeti / Ndutu Wilderness area (full board)
Day 6: Another Full Day in the Serengeti
Another day dedicated to the Serengeti National Park, where no two safaris are alike. Depending on the season, explore the western corridors, central plains, or northern regions—each with its own highlights, from leopard sightings to dramatic wildebeest river crossings (June–October).
Overnight: Serengeti / Ndutu Wilderness area (full board)
Optional Balloon Safari
Hot air balloon safari in the Serengeti
For an unforgettable perspective, add a sunrise hot air balloon safari (pre-booking required). Float above the plains as the sun rises, then enjoy a champagne breakfast in the bush.
Day 7: Serengeti to Arusha – Safari Ends
After breakfast, transfer back to Arusha by road (6–8 hours) or opt for a quick scenic bush flight. Guests staying in the northern Serengeti are required to fly due to distance. Your safari ends in Arusha—extend your stay here for a relaxed evening or connect with onward travel.
2025 & 2026 Scheduled Departures – Timed for Peak Game Viewing
Our scheduled departures are designed around the best times for wildlife—whether it's the wildebeest calving season in Ndutu (Jan–Mar) or the dramatic river crossings in the Serengeti North (Jun–Oct)
- Ndutu x 3 nights
- Ndutu x 3 nights
- Ndutu x 3 nights
- Ndutu x 3 nights
- Central Serengeti x 3 nights
- Central Serengeti x 3 nights
- Central Serengeti x 3 nights
- Central Serengeti x 1 night
- Serengeti North x 2 nights
- Includes compulsory flight
- Central Serengeti x 1 night
- Serengeti North x 2 nights
- Includes compulsory flight
- Central Serengeti x 1 night
- Serengeti North x 2 nights
- Includes compulsory flight
- Central Serengeti x 1 night
- Serengeti North x 2 nights
- Includes compulsory flight
- Central Serengeti x 1 night
- Serengeti North x 2 nights
- Includes compulsory flight
- Ndutu x 3 nights
Includes
- Pick up from hotel in Arusha
- Accommodation at quality lodges and tented camps as detailed
- All meals as indicated
- Park and camp/concession fees
- Game viewing activities as indicated
- Services of a driver/guide
- Bottled water during safari
- Full liability insurance cover
- 24-hour emergency contact
Excludes
- Flights
- Visas
- Travel Insurance
- Health requirements, including Yellow Fever inoculation and Covid testing if applicable
- Gratuities
- All items of a personal nature and any service not specified
- Accommodation and/or transfers pre- and post-safari
- Balloon safari
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