Day 01: Arrival at Arusha Airport in Tanzania
On arrival at Arusha airport, you will be received by one of our safari guide who will ensure your smooth transfer to the hotel of your preference.
Accommodation options:
- Oasis lodge
Meals: bed & breakfast
Day 02: Transfer to Lake Manyara national park
Leave Arusha for Lake Manyara national park early in the morning, you will embark on a scenic drive to Lake Manyara National Park, a journey of approximately 2.5 to 3 hours. Upon arrival, you will check in at your lodge or tented camp and enjoy lunch. In the afternoon, you will set out for your first game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, which is famous for its tree-climbing lions, large flocks of flamingos, Silvery cheeked Hornbill, Narina Trogon, Crowned Hornbill Schalow’s Turaco, and many other birds and a variety of other wildlife including elephants, hippos, giraffes, and diverse bird species. After a breathtaking sunset by the lake, you will return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation options:
- Manyara Wildlife Safari Camp (Moderate)
- Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge (Midrange)
- Lake Manyara Tree Lodge (Luxury)
Meals: Full board
Day 03: Lake Manyara National Park – Serengeti National park
After an early breakfast, you will have a morning game drive in Lake Manyara before departing for Serengeti National Park. The journey takes approximately 4 to 5 hours and passes through the beautiful Ngorongoro highlands. Along the way, there is an optional stop at a Maasai village for a cultural experience. Upon arrival in Serengeti, you will enjoy a game drive enroute to your lodge, spotting wildlife such as lions, cheetahs, elephants, and giraffes along the way. After settling in, dinner will be served, and you will spend the night in the heart of the Serengeti.
Accommodation options:
- Serengeti Simba Campsite (Moderate)
- Seronera Wildlife Lodge (Midrange)
- Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti (Luxury)
Meals: Full board
Day 04: Full day game drives in Serengeti national park.
A full day is dedicated to exploring Serengeti national park. The day begins with an early morning game drive, an ideal time to witness predators in action. You can choose to return to the lodge for breakfast or enjoy a packed breakfast in the wild. Throughout the day, you will explore different regions of the Serengeti, including the Seronera Valley, known for its high concentration of big cats, and the Grumeti River, home to crocodiles and hippos. A picnic lunch will be served in the park, and in the afternoon, you will continue with more wildlife sightings, throughout the savannah plains where you will see several animals like Buffaloes, Elephants, Hippos, Wildebeests, Giraffes, Zebras, Black rhinos, Lions, Hyenas, Cheetahs, and many other animals. (an optional) hot air balloon safari can be arranged. Dinner and overnight stay will be at a lodge in the Serengeti.
Accommodation options:
- Serengeti Simba Campsite (Moderate)
- Seronera Wildlife Lodge (Midrange)
- Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti (Luxury)
Meals: Full board
Day 05: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After a morning game drive and breakfast, you will leave Serengeti and head to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The journey takes about 4 to 5 hours, with an optional stop at Olduvai Gorge, an important archaeological site known as the "Cradle of Mankind." Upon arrival at the Ngorongoro Crater rim, you will check in at your lodge or camp. The afternoon will be spent enjoying the stunning panoramic views of the crater. Dinner and overnight accommodation will be at a lodge or tented camp on the crater rim.
Accommodation options:
- Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge (Moderate)
- Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge (Midrange)
- Crater Lodge (Luxury)
Meals: Full board
Day 06: Ngorongoro Crater Safari
An early descent into the Ngorongoro Crater will give you the chance to witness an incredible diversity of wildlife in one of Africa’s most famous conservation areas. The crater is home to the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo), as well as large populations of hippos, zebras, and antelopes. You will enjoy a picnic lunch by the hippo pool before continuing with more game viewing. In the afternoon, you will ascend back to the crater rim and begin the return journey to Arusha, which takes approximately 3 to 4 hours. Upon arrival, you will check in at a hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation options:
- Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge (Moderate)
- Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge (Midrange)
- Crater Lodge (Luxury)
Meals: Full board
Day 07: Departure to End the 7 Days Tanzania Wildlife Safari.
Depending on your flight schedule, you may explore Arusha further before departure. Options include a short game drive in Arusha National Park, a visit to the Cultural Heritage Centre for shopping and souvenirs, or relaxing at your hotel. Later, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight.
Meals: Full board
