This 7-day Tanzania safari offers a well-balanced journey through the country’s most iconic wildlife destinations, combining comfort and adventure in mid-range lodges and tented camps. From the ancient baobabs and elephant herds of Tarangire to the endless plains of the Serengeti, the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, and the cultural richness of Mto wa Mbu, this safari provides an authentic experience of Tanzania’s wildlife, landscapes, and people. With carefully selected accommodations, experienced guides, and comfortable travel arrangements, this itinerary is designed for travelers seeking a high-quality safari at a mid-range level of comfort.
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met by your safari guide and transferred to Arusha for overnight at Njiro Legacy Hotel. Depending on your arrival time, you may relax at the lodge or explore Arusha at leisure.
Accommodation: Njiro Legacy Hotel
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Enjoy a full-day game drive with picnic lunch inside the park, before heading to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Suricata Boma Lodge
After breakfast, depart for the Serengeti, driving through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area with game viewing en route. Arrive in the Serengeti in time for an afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight at a tented camp inside the park.
Accommodation: Wild Lux Serengeti Camp
Spend a full day exploring the Serengeti, with morning and afternoon game drives in search of predators, wildebeest, zebras, giraffes, and many more. Optionally, you may book a hot air balloon safari (at extra cost) for a breathtaking aerial view of the plains.
Accommodation: Wild Lux Serengeti Camp
After breakfast, drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the crater for a full-day game drive with picnic lunch. The crater floor offers one of the most concentrated wildlife viewing experiences in Africa, with chances to see lions, elephants, hippos, and possibly black rhinos. In the late afternoon, ascend from the crater and drive to your lodge.
Accommodation: Suricata Boma Lodge
After breakfast, visit Mto wa Mbu village for a cultural experience. Explore local farms, markets, and traditional crafts, and enjoy an authentic Tanzanian lunch prepared by the community. In the afternoon, you may take a guided walk or bike ride around the village. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Accommodation: Suricata Boma Lodge
After breakfast, transfer back to Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight. Depending on your departure time, you may stop for last-minute shopping or leisure in Arusha.
The safari includes accommodation in mid-range lodges and tented camps, all meals as per the itinerary, park entry fees, crater service fees, a private 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof, bottled drinking water during game drives, professional English-speaking driver/guide, and airport transfers.
International flights, visa fees, travel insurance, alcoholic beverages, soft drinks not included in meals, optional activities (such as a hot air balloon safari), souvenirs, laundry, and tips for the driver/guide or lodge staff.
This is a mid-range safari, so you will stay in comfortable lodges and tented camps such as:
Yes. This itinerary is suitable for families, including children. Lodges also provide family rooms where available.
You will explore Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Mto wa Mbu. Expect to see:
