Overview
About This Safari
Your 7-day Tanzania safari from Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport begins with a warm welcome and a transfer to your first safari destination. The journey takes you through Tanzania’s spectacular northern landscapes, from the elephant-rich plains of Tarangire to the legendary Serengeti ecosystem and the breathtaking Ngorongoro Highlands.
This private safari offers a perfect balance of wildlife exploration and relaxation, staying in carefully selected lodges or tented camps located near the parks. Each day provides opportunities to experience Tanzania’s diverse ecosystems, including large elephant herds, lions, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, hippos, and many other species.
The route has been planned logically:
Arrival and overnight in Arusha for a smooth start (if arriving late)
Tarangire before continuing toward the Serengeti
Multiple nights in Serengeti for better wildlife opportunities
Ngorongoro Crater exploration before returning to Arusha/Kilimanjaro Airport
Start / End
Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport -> Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport
Group size
1-100 people
Difficulty
Easy
Minimum age
2+
Safari Snapshot
A quick look at the route, day by day.
Day 1
Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) – Transfer to Arusha
Transfer to hotel Relaxing at your hotel
ARUSHA FARM HOUSE
Day 2
Arusha – Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park safari Scenic game drives Picnic lunch
Kankari Lodge
Day 3
Karatu – Serengeti National Park (Central Serengeti)
Transit game drive Picnic lunch serengeti afternoon game drive
Dove Serengeti Camp
Day 4
Full-Day Serengeti National Park Game Drive
serengeti game drive Picnic lunch
Dove Serengeti Camp
Day 5
Serengeti – Ngorongoro Highlands
Transit game drive Picnic lunch serengeti game drive
Kankari Lodge
Day 6
Ngorongoro Crater Tour – Return to Arusha
Early game drive at Ngorongoro crater Picnic lunch
ARUSHA FARM HOUSE
Day 7
Departure – Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport
After breakfast, enjoy your final morning in Arusha before your private transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport…
Ways to Customize This Trip
- Adjust the balance of safari, beach time and optional Zanzibar activities
- Upgrade accommodation and add private activities or extra safari nights
Where you go
Route
- Day 1 Arusha City
- Day 2 Ngorongoro Crater
- Days 3–4 Serengeti National Park
- Day 5 Ngorongoro Crater
- Day 6 Arusha City
Day by Day
Here is how the days run. We can adjust the route around your dates and the pace you want.
1 Day 1 Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) – Transfer to Arusha ARUSHA FARM HOUSE
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be welcomed by your private driver and transferred to your hotel in Arusha.
Depending on your arrival time, you can relax at the hotel, explore Arusha town, or prepare for your safari adventure starting the following morning.
- Main stop: Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) – Transfer to Arusha
- Accommodation: ARUSHA FARM HOUSE
- Activities: Transfer to hotel Relaxing at your hotel
Accommodation - ARUSHA FARM HOUSE
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ARUSHA FARM HOUSE
Hotel / Mid-range / Arusha City
2 Day 2 Arusha – Tarangire National Park Kankari Lodge / Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, depart Arusha and drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and scenic landscapes along the Tarangire River.
Enjoy a full-day game drive searching for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and many bird species.
In the late afternoon, continue toward Karatu, located near the Ngorongoro Highlands.
- Main stop: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation: Kankari Lodge
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Activities: Tarangire National Park safari Scenic game drives Picnic lunch
Accommodation - Kankari Lodge
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Kankari Lodge
Safari lodge / Mid-range / Ngorongoro Crater
3 Day 3 Karatu – Serengeti National Park (Central Serengeti) Dove Serengeti Camp / Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area toward the endless plains of Serengeti.
Enjoy game viewing en route as you enter Serengeti National Park. The Serengeti is famous for its incredible wildlife density, including lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes, and large herds of wildebeest and zebras.
Arrive at your lodge/camp in the afternoon and enjoy an evening relaxation.
- Main stop: Karatu – Serengeti National Park (Central Serengeti)
- Accommodation: Dove Serengeti Camp
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Activities: Transit game drive Picnic lunch serengeti afternoon game drive
Accommodation - Dove Serengeti Camp
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Dove Serengeti Camp
Tented camp / Luxury / Serengeti National Park
4 Day 4 Full-Day Serengeti National Park Game Drive Dove Serengeti Camp / Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today is dedicated entirely to exploring Serengeti’s spectacular wildlife areas.
Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives searching for predators and experiencing the beauty of the Serengeti ecosystem.
Depending on the season, you may witness different wildlife movements:
Wildebeest migration (seasonal)
Predator activity
Large herbivore herds
Scenic savannah landscapes
Overnight: Central Serengeti
- Main stop: Full-Day Serengeti National Park Game Drive
- Accommodation: Dove Serengeti Camp
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Activities: serengeti game drive Picnic lunch
Accommodation - Dove Serengeti Camp
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Dove Serengeti Camp
Tented camp / Luxury / Serengeti National Park
5 Day 5 Serengeti – Ngorongoro Highlands Kankari Lodge / Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy a final morning game drive in Serengeti before departing toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
The journey offers beautiful views of the highlands and opportunities for additional wildlife sightings along the way.
Arrive at your lodge near the crater rim or Karatu area for relaxation before your crater adventure.
- Main stop: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Highlands
- Accommodation: Kankari Lodge
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Activities: Transit game drive Picnic lunch serengeti game drive
Accommodation - Kankari Lodge
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Kankari Lodge
Safari lodge / Mid-range / Ngorongoro Crater
6 Day 6 Ngorongoro Crater Tour – Return to Arusha ARUSHA FARM HOUSE / Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a spectacular half-day game drive.
The crater is one of Africa’s most unique wildlife areas and offers excellent chances to see:
Lions
Elephants
Buffalo
Hippos
Zebras
Flamingos
Black rhinos (with luck)
After the crater tour, drive back to Arusha.
- Main stop: Ngorongoro Crater Tour – Return to Arusha
- Accommodation: ARUSHA FARM HOUSE
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Activities: Early game drive at Ngorongoro crater Picnic lunch
Accommodation - ARUSHA FARM HOUSE
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ARUSHA FARM HOUSE
Hotel / Mid-range / Arusha City
7 Day 7 Departure – Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast, enjoy your final morning in Arusha before your private transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight.
If your flight is later in the day, optional activities can be arranged, such as:
Arusha city tour
Cultural experiences
Coffee plantation visit
Maasai market visit
- Main stop: Departure – Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Where you stay on this trip. We can move the comfort level up or down when we plan your dates.
Tour Rates
This is the starting price for this trip. Your final quote is confirmed once we check your dates and availability.
| Season | Solo | 2 people | 3 people | 4 people | 5 people | 6 people | 7+ people |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Season | On request | From $3,175 | From $2,747 | From $2,571 | From $2,435 | From $2,344 | On request |
Prices are per person in USD and based on shared double/twin accommodation unless stated otherwise. Final pricing depends on travel dates, lodge availability, group size and route adjustments. Swipe horizontally to compare party sizes.
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