This 7-day lodge safari covers Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations, including Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara National Park. The safari begins and ends in Arusha and includes multiple game drives, lodge accommodation, and guided wildlife experiences.
7 Days Big Five Safari plus a Connection to Zanzibar
Duration7 Days / 6 Nights
DestinationTanzania, Zanzibar
Tour Overview
Tour Highlights
- Visit to four major national parks in northern Tanzania
- Game drives in Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara
- Lodge accommodation throughout the safari
- Airport transfers and guided safari experiences
Day-by-Day Itinerary
1Day
Arrival in Arusha
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Pick-up from Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport
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Transfer to hotel in Arusha
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Optional city exploration depending on arrival time
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Overnight stay in Arusha
Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge or equivalent
2Day
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
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Early morning pick-up from hotel
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Drive to Tarangire National Park with packed lunch
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Game drive in the park, known for large elephant herds and varied landscapes
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Afternoon game viewing along the Tarangire River
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Transfer to lodge for dinner and overnight
Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge
3Day
Serengeti National Park
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Breakfast at the lodge
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Drive to Serengeti National Park
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Lunch inside the park
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Afternoon game drives
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Dinner and overnight at camp
Accommodation: Tanzania Bush Camps – Central Serengeti (or equivalent)
4Day
Serengeti National Park
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Full-day game viewing in Serengeti National Park
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Picnic lunch inside the park
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Afternoon game drive
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Return to camp for dinner and overnight
Accommodation: Tanzania Bush Camps – Central Serengeti
5Day
Ngorongoro Crater
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Breakfast at the camp
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Depart for Ngorongoro Crater with lunch boxes
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Descend into the crater for game viewing
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Opportunity to see a wide range of wildlife including lions, elephants, rhinos, and birds
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Dinner and overnight at lodge
Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge
6Day
Karatu to Lake Manyara National Park
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Breakfast at the lodge
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Drive to Lake Manyara National Park
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Game drive with picnic lunch
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Wildlife viewing including tree-climbing lions, baboons, elephants, and birdlife
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Transfer back to Arusha for dinner and overnight
7Day
Arusha – Departure
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Breakfast at the hotel
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Transfer to Arusha Airport or Kilimanjaro International Airport
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End of safari
What's Included
- Accommodation as specified in the itinerary
- Game drives as outlined
- Meals as stated per day
- Airport and park transfers
- Travelers seeking a multi-park Tanzania lodge safari
- Visitors interested in wildlife, landscapes, and crater exploration
- Guests looking for a structured, guided safari experience
Enquire about this tour
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