7 Days Safari Tanzania (Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha Np, Lake Manyara, 2 Days Central Serengeti)

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha + Arusha National Park (Game Drive & Walking Safari)

Activities:

• Morning arrival in Arusha (or pick-up from hotel/airport).
• Short drive to Arusha National Park.
• Half-day game drive with possible sightings of giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, and colobus monkeys.
• Guided walking safari with a park ranger—get close to giraffes and warthogs on foot.
• Visit the Momella Lakes and Ngurdoto Crater viewpoints.
• Overnight stay in Arusha area.

Day 2: Lake Manyara National Park

Activities:

• Scenic drive to Lake Manyara (about 2.5 hours).
• Full-day game drive in the park.
• Spot tree-climbing lions, large troops of baboons, elephants, and flamingos on the lake shore.
• Picnic lunch at the Hippo Pool.
• Optional visit to Mto wa Mbu cultural village or local market (time permitting).
• Overnight stay at a lodge/camp near Lake Manyara.

Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater

Activities:

• Early morning departure for Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
• Descend 600 meters into the crater for a half/full-day game drive.
• Big Five sightings possible: lions, elephants, rhinos, buffalo, and leopards.
• Visit Lerai Forest and Ngoitoktok Springs.
• Picnic lunch inside the crater.
• Ascend in the late afternoon.
• Overnight stay on the crater rim or Karatu area.

Day 4: Drive to Serengeti National Park via Ngorongoro Highlands

Activities:

• Depart for Serengeti with game drive en route.
• Stop at Olduvai Gorge Museum (optional, at extra cost).
• Enjoy scenic views of the Ngorongoro Highlands.
• Afternoon game drive in the central Serengeti (Seronera Valley).
• Spot cheetahs, lions, elephants, and thousands of wildebeests (depending on the season).
• Overnight stay inside Serengeti National Park.

Day 5: Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti National Park

Activities:

• Sunrise game drive to spot nocturnal animals and early predators.
• Explore different areas (Seronera, Moru Kopjes, or migration path depending on the season).
• Picnic lunch at designated spots in the park.
• Optional visit to a Maasai boma (if outside the park, at extra cost).
• Evening relaxation at your camp/lodge.
• Overnight stay in Serengeti.

Day 6: Morning Game Drive + Return Toward Karatu or Lake Manyara

Activities:

• Optional early morning balloon safari (at extra cost).
• Morning game drive as you exit Serengeti.
• Picnic lunch on the way.
• Arrive in Karatu/Lake Manyara area by evening.
• Leisure time or optional cultural activity.
• Overnight stay in Karatu or Lake Manyara.

Day 7: Return to Arusha + Departure

Activities:

• Breakfast and scenic drive back to Arusha.
• Optional visit to local craft markets or Cultural Heritage Centre.
• Drop-off at Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO), Arusha Airport (ARK), or hotel.
• What to Expect: Multiple parks, diverse landscapes, excellent wildlife viewing.

Pricing:

Budget

• 2 pax: High season from $1,600, Mid-season from $1,550, Low season from $1,500
• 3 pax: High season from $1,570, Mid-season from $1,520, Low season from $1,470
• 4 pax: High season from $1,540, Mid-season from $1,490, Low season from $1,440
• 5+ pax: High season from $1,510, Mid-season from $1,460, Low season from $1,410

Midrange

• 2 pax: High season from $1,850, Mid-season from $1,800, Low season from $1,750
• 3 pax: High season from $1,820, Mid-season from $1,770, Low season from $1,720
• 4 pax: High season from $1,790, Mid-season from $1,740, Low season from $1,690
• 5+ pax: High season from $1,760, Mid-season from $1,710, Low season from $1,660

Luxury

• 2 pax: High season from $2,300, Mid-season from $2,250, Low season from $2,200
• 3 pax: High season from $2,270, Mid-season from $2,220, Low season from $2,170
• 4 pax: High season from $2,240, Mid-season from $2,190, Low season from $2,140
• 5+ pax: High season from $2,210, Mid-season from $2,160, Low season from $2,110

Included

• Park fees
• Accommodation
• Meals
• Transport
• Guide
• Water

Excluded

• Flights
• Visas
• Tips