Discover the best of Northern Tanzania on this 7-day private lodge safari through Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. Enjoy incredible wildlife encounters, breathtaking landscapes, and comfortable midrange accommodation as you explore four of Tanzania’s most iconic safari destinations.
The Experience
Discover the highlights of Northern Tanzania on a seven-day private lodge safari, combining exceptional wildlife encounters, beautiful landscapes, and comfortable midrange accommodation. Explore Tarangire's elephant-filled wilderness, the diverse habitats of Lake Manyara, the endless plains of the Serengeti, and the remarkable Ngorongoro Crater. With your own safari guide and private 4x4 vehicle, enjoy a rewarding journey through four of Tanzania's most celebrated wildlife destinations.
Your Journey, Day by Day
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met by your driver and transferred to your lodge in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy the opportunity to relax, take in the surroundings, and prepare for the safari ahead. Arusha offers a pleasant introduction to Tanzania, with views of Mount Meru and the lively atmosphere of a town surrounded by beautiful landscapes. Settle into Arusha Planet Lodge or a similar midrange property for your first night. Enjoy a relaxed evening and a good night's rest before setting off to explore Tanzania's wilderness.
- Meals
- Lunch & Dinner
- Driving
- 1 Hour
- Distance
- 45 Km
- Activities
- Transfer to Hotel
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, a beautiful wilderness renowned for its ancient baobab trees, rolling savannah, and large elephant herds. Enjoy a game drive through the park, following the wildlife-rich Tarangire River, where elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, and predators are often seen. Pause for a picnic lunch in the park before continuing your exploration through its diverse landscapes. As the afternoon draws to a close, leave the park and head to Sangaiwe Tented Lodge or a similar midrange camp. Located in the Tarangire area, the lodge offers a comfortable setting to unwind after a rewarding day of wildlife viewing
- Meals
- Breakfast, Hot Lunch & Dinner
- Driving
- 1 - 2 Hours
- Distance
- 160 Km
- Activities
- Tarangire Game Drives
After breakfast, travel towards Lake Manyara National Park, a compact yet diverse wildlife destination set beneath the dramatic Great Rift Valley escarpment. Explore its groundwater forests, open grasslands, and lakeshore habitats on a game drive. Look out for elephants, giraffes, zebras, baboons, hippos, and an impressive variety of birdlife. With a little luck, you may also spot the park's famous tree-climbing lions. After your exploration, continue to the Karatu highlands and check in at Marera Valley Lodge or a similar midrange property. Surrounded by the green landscapes of the highlands, it provides a peaceful place to relax and enjoy the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Hot Lunch & Dinner
- Driving
- 1 - 2 Hours
- Distance
- 100 Km
- Activities
- Lake Manyara Game DRives
Rise early and travel towards the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, descending through the forested crater slopes into a spectacular natural sanctuary. Spend the day exploring its open grasslands, acacia woodlands, freshwater pools, and soda lake. The crater supports an extraordinary concentration of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, and the endangered black rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch in this remarkable setting before continuing your game drive. Later in the afternoon, ascend to the crater rim and make your way to Ngorongoro Tortilis Camp for the night. Settle into the peaceful highland surroundings and enjoy a relaxing evening after an unforgettable day in one of Tanzania's most celebrated wildlife destinations.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Driving
- Distance
- Activities
- Ngorongoro Crater Game Drives
After breakfast, depart for Serengeti National Park, travelling through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area towards the vast plains beyond. The scenery gradually changes from green highlands to open grasslands dotted with rocky outcrops known as kopjes. Enjoy wildlife viewing along the way as you enter the Serengeti, where large herds of wildebeest and zebras roam alongside resident predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards. Continue with an afternoon game drive before arriving at Safari Haven Serengeti, your midrange tented camp in the central Serengeti. Enjoy dinner and the atmosphere of the African wilderness as the sounds of nature accompany your evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Hot Lunch & Dinner
- Driving
- Distance
- Activities
- Transfer Game Drive
Today is dedicated to exploring the remarkable Serengeti National Park. Set out after breakfast for a full day of game viewing across its expansive plains, river valleys, and rocky kopjes. Your guide will help you search for the Serengeti's famous predators, including lions, leopards, and cheetahs, alongside elephants, giraffes, hyenas, and countless grazing animals. Depending on the season, you may also encounter the Great Migration as wildebeest and zebras move across the ecosystem in search of fresh grazing. Return to Safari Haven Serengeti after a memorable day in the bush. Enjoy your final evening in the Serengeti, taking in the peaceful atmosphere of the camp and reflecting on the wildlife encounters of your journey.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Driving
- Distance
- Activities
- Game Drives
Enjoy an early breakfast before a final morning game drive, making the most of your last opportunity to encounter the Serengeti's wildlife. After your exploration, begin the journey back to Arusha by road, travelling through the changing landscapes of the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Enjoy the scenery along the way as you gradually leave the wilderness behind. Arrive in Arusha later in the day and transfer to your hotel or Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward departure. If preferred, a scheduled or private flight from the Serengeti to Arusha can be arranged at an additional cost, offering a shorter and more convenient return journey.
- Meals
- Break & Lunch
- Driving
- 6 -7 Hours
- Distance
- Activities
- Transfer Game Drives
The Details
What’s Included
& What’s Not
What’s Included
- Government taxes and applicable levies
- All national park and conservation area fees.
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Private 4 x 4 Land Cruiser With a Pop up Roof ( WIFI on board)
- Bottled drinking water & Snacks throughout the safari.
- Round Trip Airport Transfers
- Full Board Accommodation
What’s Not Included
- International Flights
- Drinks At The Lodges
- Travel Insurance
- Personal Items
- Tips And Gratuites
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