Tanzania Safari: 7-Day Ultimate Package

Safari Overview

Embark on an unforgettable 7-day safari that begins and ends in Arusha, taking you through some of Tanzania’s most remarkable wildlife destinations. This carefully curated itinerary offers an exceptional blend of game viewing and breathtaking landscapes.

Your journey includes a visit to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its large elephant herds, iconic baobab trees, and diverse wildlife. You will also explore the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s most extraordinary natural wonders, home to an abundance of wildlife within its unique crater ecosystem.

Day by Day Safari Itinerary

DAY 01: ARRIVAL DAY
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly greeted by your driver guide, after short introduction, you will be offered bottles of mineral water followed by a private transfer to the Lodge in Arusha for dinner and overnight. Depending on your arrival time, you will have good opportunity to explore the hotel`s surroundings.

Accommodation on half board bases

Accommodations
Arusha Planet Lodge

DAY 02: DRIVE TO TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK FOR GAME DRIVES AND GAME VIEWINGS
After breakfast at your hotel, you will embark to Tarangire national park for game drives and game viewings. Tarangire is Tanzania’s third largest national park and sanctuary for an unusually large elephant population. Majestic baobab trees are also an interesting feature of the park, dwarfing the animals that feed beneath them. Your game drives may reveal lions, giraffes, wildebeest, elephants, Zebras, wildebeests and much more. Lunchboxes shall be served to you by your driver guide at the picnic site inside the park with some rest before proceeding with game drives. Later after amazing hours of exploration, you will exit the park and drive to Karatu for dinner, and overnight at the lodge.

Accommodation on full board basis

Accommodations
Eileens Tree Inn

DAY 03: EXPLORE THE MAASAI CULTURE ON YOUR WAY TO SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
After a hearty breakfast at our lodge, we embark on a scenic drive towards the Serengeti, making a stop at a stunning viewpoint overlooking the majestic Ngorongoro Crater. From this vantage point, we take in the awe-inspiring panorama before continuing our journey. As we proceed, we have the privilege of delving into the vibrant Maasai culture during a captivating cultural tour in a nearby Maasai village. Engaging with the Maasai people, witnessing their traditional dances, exploring their bomas, and connecting with their artisans will leave us with a deeper appreciation for their rich heritage. With our hearts and minds enriched by this immersive cultural experience, we eagerly continue our adventure towards the legendary Serengeti National Park, where incredible wildlife encounters and breathtaking landscapes await. Dinner, and Overnight at the Camp.

Accommodation on full board basis

Accommodations
Tukaone Tented Camp

 DAY 04: FULL DAY OF GAME DRIVES IN SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
We are completely flexible with your preferences and this day will be organized according to your wishes. Your guide will discuss with you the best timing for you, including the game drives and the wake up time. For example, you may opt to do a morning game drive, return to the camp for lunch and relaxation and finish with an afternoon game drive, or you could do a full day game drive with picnic lunches. The Serengeti Park derived its name from Maasai Language meaning endless plain. This massive plain (14763sq km) is home to many animals including Lions, Elephants, Giraffe, Wildebeest, Zebra, Leopard, and Cheetah, baboon, warthogs, Hyena plus lots of bird life. In many cases migration is taking place around Serengeti and at that particular time millions of wildebeest and zebra are mingling together followed by predators. Our professional guide will lead you into the right path making sure you have the best time to enjoy these great phenomena. Dinner and overnight at the Camp.

Accommodation on full board basis

Optional Activity: Hot Air Balloon Safari – USD 530 per person
For an unparalleled experience, consider a hot air balloon safari at dawn. Soaring high above the Serengeti at sunrise, you will enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of the endless savannah, spotting herds of wildebeests and predators in action from above. The flight concludes with a champagne bush breakfast, an unforgettable way to enhance your safari experience. After a day filled with adventure, return to the lodge for a sumptuous dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodations
Tukaone Tented Camp

DAY 05: GAME DRIVES INSIDE NGORONGORO CRATER TO KARATU
Early in the morning and after breakfast, leave the camp or lodge with your packed lunches ready for another exciting day. Today your expert safari guide will lead you into the Ngorongoro crater for a wonderful game drives. The Ngoro Ngoro crater is the 8th wonder of the Natural World, spreading over 102 sq. miles and has 2.000 ft high walls, making it virtually a Noah’s ark like, it is inhabited by almost every species of wildlife that is indigenous to East Africa including the rare and endangered black rhinos, other animals that can be revealed on your game drives are Elands, Lions, Waterbucks, Wildebeests, Hyenas, jackals, African Elephants, Buffaloes, Secretive leopards, Cheetahs, hippos and many more alongside hundreds of bird species eg. Maasai Ostrich, Kori bustard, Ibis, Starlings etc. Lunchboxes shall be served to you at the picnic point inside the crater. Later ascend the crater walls and drive to Karatu for dinner and overnight at the Lodge.

Accommodation on full board basis

Accommodations
Eileens Tree Inn

DAY 06: VISIT THE HADZABE TRIBE IN LAKE EYASI – DRIVE TO ARUSHA
Today, you will journey to Lake Eyasi to visit the Hadzabe tribe, one of the last remaining hunter-gatherer communities in Tanzania. The Hadzabe people have preserved their traditional way of life for thousands of years, living in harmony with nature and depending entirely on the land for survival. Upon arrival, you’ll be welcomed by members of the tribe and guided into their world. Experience their early morning hunting activities, learn how they skillfully use handmade bows and poisoned arrows, and see how they track and gather wild fruits, roots, and honey for food. The Hadzabe live without permanent shelters or modern tools, maintaining an authentic connection to the environment that few others have. After this enriching cultural encounter, you will enjoy lunch and begin your drive back to Arusha, arriving in the evening for relaxation, dinner, and overnight at your Lodge.

Accommodations
Arusha Planet Lodge

DAY 07: DEPARTURE DAY
Today at leisure, depending on your flight schedule, you will be transferred to the airport for your onward flight.

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