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Tanzania Safari – Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater Itinerary

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Witness the Big Five and the Great Migration on a Classic Northern Tanzania Safari from Arusha

This 7-day guided safari in Northern Tanzania offers an unforgettable journey through the country’s most iconic parks—Tarangire National Park, the vast Serengeti, and the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater. Perfect for first-time visitors or seasoned safari-goers, this itinerary includes comfortable accommodations, daily game drives, and expert-guided wildlife viewing.

When is the best time to do this 7-day Tanzania safari?

The dry season (June to October) offers optimal wildlife viewing and easier road conditions. However, January to March is best for the calving season in the southern Serengeti, and July to October is peak time to witness the Great Migration river crossings in the north.

Yes, you have a very high chance of seeing all Big Five species, especially in Ngorongoro Crater and central Serengeti. Black rhinos, while rare, are often spotted in the crater.

You’ll stay in a mix of comfortable lodges and luxury tented camps, all selected for their locations, views, and proximity to major wildlife zones.

Absolutely. The itinerary is well-paced with minimal physical exertion, making it suitable for families, seniors, or first-time safari-goers.

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DAY 1

Arusha to Tarangire National Park – Elephant Encounters & Savannah Views

After meeting your safari guide in Arusha, begin your adventure with a drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its ancient baobab trees and massive elephant herds.
Spend the afternoon on a game drive along the Tarangire River, where elephants, zebras, giraffes, and wildebeests gather. Look out for the fringe-eared oryx and gerenuk, two of Tanzania’s more elusive antelope species.
Your 4×4 safari vehicle is equipped with a pop-up roof, perfect for unobstructed wildlife viewing and photography.


Overnight: Tarangire Simba Lodge
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner

DAY 2

Tarangire to Serengeti National Park – Through Ngorongoro Highlands to Endless Plains

Leave Tarangire behind and journey through the Ngorongoro Highlands, passing scenic villages and lush landscapes. By early afternoon, you’ll reach the vast plains of Serengeti National Park.
This region is one of the top places to see the Big Five in Africa and is world-famous for the Great Migration. Your exact camp location (central, north, or south Serengeti) will be chosen based on the migration’s current position to maximize your wildlife encounters.


Overnight: Tukaone Serengeti Camp (central, north, or south depending on season)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Serengeti National Park Safari Tours

DAY 3-5

Full Safari Experience in Serengeti National Park – Follow the Migration

Spend the next three days exploring different regions of the Serengeti ecosystem. Enjoy both morning and afternoon game drives with plenty of time to track the migration, spot predators like lions and cheetahs, and observe herds of elephants, giraffes, and hippos.
The Serengeti’s terrain ranges from wide-open grasslands in the south to woodlands and hills in the north. You’ll learn about animal behavior, predator-prey interactions, and the ecological significance of this vast park.


Overnight: Tukaone Serengeti Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

2 Days Serengeti National Park Fly In Safari

DAY 6

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater – Scenic Drive & Wildlife Viewing

After breakfast, enjoy a game drive in the Seronera Valley, known for predator activity, especially during the dry season. Stop for a picnic lunch, then continue to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, arriving at the crater rim by late afternoon.
Soak in your first view of the UNESCO-listed Ngorongoro Crater, one of the world’s most unique safari locations.


Overnight: Ngorongoro Wild Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Ngorongoro Crater Day Trip

DAY 7

Ngorongoro Crater Safari – Return to Arusha

Wake early for a descent into the Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest unbroken volcanic caldera, home to over 25,000 animals. Spend your day exploring this UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you’re likely to spot:
Black rhinos
Lions, elephants, zebras, buffaloes
Hyenas, hippos, and over 500 bird species


After a picnic lunch at a scenic spot inside the crater, ascend and begin the return drive to Arusha, arriving in the late afternoon.


Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

3 Days 2 Night Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge

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