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7 Days Safari to Tarangire, Serengeti, Lake Manyara & the Ngorongoro crater
7 Days Safari to Tarangire, Serengeti, Lake Manyara & the Ngorongoro crater
This is a seven-day lodge group safari (in a custom safari jeep with a pop-up roof) accompanied by a guide/driver and a chef. The tour covers the famous northern circuit parks: Serengeti (3 days), the largest park renowned for over a million wildebeest migrating alongside more than 250,000 zebras; Ngorongoro Crater, the highlight with its stunning landscapes and spectacular views, where wildlife is easier to spot on the crater floor; Tarangire, often called a smaller Serengeti, known for its high population of elephants; and Lake Manyara, famous for its flocks of flamingos and the rare tree-climbing lions.
This itinerary offers ample time to enjoy game viewing and relaxation, making it an excellent choice for those passionate about wildlife exploration.
Note: Accommodation during the safari will be in lodges.
When is the best time to visit Tanzania?
Many travelers often ask about the best time to visit Tanzania. The truth is that there is no single perfect answer, as it largely depends on what you want to experience, your preferred destinations, your budget, and your personal interests. For a detailed breakdown, you can explore a comprehensive guide on the best time to visit Tanzania here.
Dry Season (June to October & December to February):
This is widely considered the best period for safaris and beach holidays. The weather is generally warm and pleasant, and wildlife viewing is at its peak as animals gather around water sources. However, this is also the high season, meaning higher accommodation prices and more visitors in popular parks and attractions.
Mid Season (March & November):
These months offer a good balance between cost and experience. You’ll find more moderate hotel rates and fewer tourists compared to peak season. Weather conditions can be mixed, with occasional rains, and some activities or routes may be slightly affected. Nevertheless, wildlife sightings remain excellent, and the overall safari experience is more relaxed.
Wet Season (April & May):
This is the best time for budget travelers, as it is the low season with the lowest accommodation rates and fewer crowds in the parks. The landscapes are at their greenest and most beautiful due to heavy rains. However, some travel plans may be impacted by weather conditions, and certain areas can be harder to access.
What can I expect from a safari in Tanzania with Tanzania Specialist?
Our safaris in Tanzania provide an incredible opportunity to discover the country’s rich wildlife and breathtaking landscapes. We focus on private safari experiences, meaning you will have a dedicated 4×4 Land Cruiser or jeep exclusively for you and your travel companions.
This gives you full flexibility and comfort throughout your journey. You can choose when to start and end your game drives, and our professional safari guides are always available to advise you based on the best wildlife viewing conditions on the day.
Whether you prefer early morning and late afternoon game drives—when animals are most active and temperatures are cooler—or you would rather enjoy a relaxed pace and spend part of the day by the pool at your lodge, the choice is entirely yours.
Tanzania’s diverse ecosystems ensure excellent wildlife viewing throughout the day, giving you continuous opportunities to see animals in their natural habitat, from active predators at sunrise to grazing herbivores across the plains in the afternoon.
How can I personalize my Tanzania trip with your services?
At Clotilda Safaris, we focus on co-creating your ideal journey. When you plan your Tanzania adventure with us, you are not simply booking a trip—you are starting a fully personalized travel experience. We begin by carefully understanding your preferences and wishes, and we continue refining the details until every part of your journey perfectly matches your vision.
Our team works closely with you throughout the entire process to ensure your trip is completely tailor-made to your satisfaction. For your convenience, we also provide a selection of our most popular Tanzania trips and safaris, which can serve as inspiration or a starting point for planning your customized adventure.
Can I see the Big Five in Tanzania?
Absolutely, Tanzania is renowned as one of the prime destinations to encounter the Big Five. These magnificent creatures—lion, leopard, elephant, rhinoceros, and buffalo—can be seen thriving in their natural habitats, making Tanzania a top choice for wildlife enthusiasts and safari lovers from around the world.
Is it safe to travel to Tanzania?
Absolutely, Tanzania is considered a safe and welcoming destination for visitors. The country provides a friendly and hospitable atmosphere, particularly in popular tourist areas such as Arusha, allowing you to explore its stunning landscapes and rich wildlife with peace of mind.Â
The local communities are warm and welcoming, and as with any travel destination, it is always wise to take basic precautions like looking after your belongings. Tanzania’s incredible natural beauty combined with the genuine hospitality of its people makes it a truly remarkable place to visit.
Included
- All Park entrances & taxes
- All Meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner),
- soft drinks & water (bottled water 3litres or more a day)
- Transfer to & from the airport
- Accommodation during safari
- Transportation in a custom safari 4×4 with a viewing roof and guaranteed window seating
- Safari vehicles have an inverter for charging batteries, communications radio, electric cooler, and filtered water
- Flight From Zanzibar to Northern Serengeti (Kogatende Airstrip)
- Arusha airport to Zanzibar.
Excluded
- Tips for guides, driver
- International and domestic flights
- Tanzania Visa fee
Make your dream trip come true with Clotilda Safaris
At Clotilda Safaris, you can customize your trip to match your preferences, with fully flexible sample itineraries designed around your travel style.
Day by day Itinerary
Day
1
Aiport to Arusha
We will pick you up from the airport and transfer you to your hotel. Later, you will be briefed about the tour. Overnight stay will be at a lodge in Arusha. If you arrive early, you will have the option of a city tour to visit popular attractions in Arusha such as the Africa Art Gallery and the Maasai Market.
Day
2
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
We will pick you up from your hotel and, after meeting the guide and chef, drive to Tarangire National Park (about 2 hours away), which is famous for its diverse landscape. The park is especially known for its many ancient baobab trees and the largest concentration of elephants in the country, offering unique opportunities to observe elephant family interactions. We will enjoy a game drive through the park, focusing on reported animal sightings. Predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards are harder to spot, while herbivores like giraffes, wildebeest, and zebras are commonly seen.
Later, we will stop at the Tarangire River picnic site to have lunch while enjoying the scenic view of the river and animals. You may encounter small monkeys and baboons trying to snatch food, but there is no need to worry.
After lunch, we will continue with the game drive and exit the park around 4:30 pm.
The day ends with a transfer to your lodge in Mto Wa Mbu for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day
3
Mto wa mbu to Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, you will drive from Mto Wa Mbu to the Serengeti, which takes approximately 6 hours including stops, passing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Stop at Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Arusha Region
Briefly stop at the gate and viewpoint to admire the breathtaking view of the crater.
Duration:Â 20 minutes
Stop at Maasai Village, Arusha Region (optional)
You can choose to visit a Maasai village to learn about the culture of the Maasai tribe, known historically for hunting lions to become warriors and drinking raw animal blood. Most traditions are no longer practiced, except for drinking blood.
Duration: 20–45 minutes
Serengeti National Park
The Serengeti is vast, covering 14,750 square kilometers (5,700 sq mi), and is famous for the wildebeest and zebra migration, with over 1.5 million wildebeest and 250,000 zebras. These animals have a strategic partnership for survival.
Our focus will be the Seronera area (centre of the Serengeti). Upon arrival in the late afternoon, after lunch, we will go on a game drive in Seronera until late evening to enjoy the sunset and get close views of wildlife, with the chance to witness a predator hunting or feeding. Later, we will head to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Day
4
Serengeti National Park full day
On this day, we will explore different areas of the Serengeti—north, south, east, or west—depending on wildlife movements. After an early breakfast, we will go on a morning game drive, then return for lunch. The afternoon will continue with another game drive until evening, after which we will return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Note:Â Wildlife can sometimes be seen near the lodge.
Day
5
Serengeti to Ngorongoro
Seronera, Serengeti National Park
Wake up early at 6:00 am and enjoy a hot cup of coffee before departing for a morning game drive in the heart of Serengeti National Park. While on the drive, enjoy the beautiful sunrise; mornings can be a bit chilly, so don’t forget your warm clothes. Continue the game drive until mid-day, then return for breakfast and lunch. Later, depart for Ngorongoro Conservation Area, doing a game drive en route, and arrive for dinner and overnight stay.
Day
6
Ngorongoro Crater
On your last day of the Tanzania Safari, after breakfast and carrying a picnic lunch, you will take a short drive to the descending gate and go down to the crater floor, 650 meters deep, for a half-day game drive. If lucky, you may spot rhinoceros, but the crater is also home to many permanent resident animals since it has water throughout the year, making it a preferred habitat, though animals are free to move in or out. After lunch, ascend the crater rim and drive back to Mto wa Mbu.
Day
7
Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha
After breakfast, you will head to Lake Manyara National Park, known for its large population of flamingoes and its tree-climbing lions (though they are rarely seen).
You will enjoy a game drive while viewing a variety of birds, and if lucky, spot the famous tree-climbing lions. The drive will also include a visit to the hippo pool for a close view of hippos and the hot springs, all while observing many other animals such as buffaloes, wildebeest, warthogs, vultures, eagles, and monkeys.
INQUIRE THIS TOUR
“This was the most unforgettable experience of my life! I captured stunning and rare wildlife photos, with incredible sightings that left me in awe. The expert guidance from our guide helped me improve my photography skills, and my memory cards were completely full! Beyond the safari, I loved visiting a local Maasai village, where I had the chance to photograph the vibrant culture, daily life, and the hardworking women in the fields. Every moment felt authentic and deeply inspiring. I can’t wait to return to Tanzania and explore even more breathtaking locations!”
Jane P.
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