7 Days To Tarangire, Lake Manyara Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater Safari

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About this tour

This 7-day Tanzanian safari offers a classic Northern Circuit experience. After arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport and an overnight in Arusha, your adventure begins in Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and baobab trees. The next day explores Lake Manyara National Park, renowned for its diverse birdlife, tree-climbing lions, and stunning Rift Valley escarpment views.

The journey then progresses to the iconic Serengeti for two nights of extensive game drives across its vast plains, with high chances of spotting the Big Five. The wildlife spectacle culminates with a full-day descent into the unparalleled Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO site teeming with dense wildlife, including the rare black rhino. The itinerary concludes with a return drive to Arusha for your onward flight, with time for last-minute shopping. Accommodation is in a mix of comfortable lodges and authentic tented camps.

At Glance

Customization

This tour can be customized

Duration

7 Days

Minimum Age

3 years

Countries

Tanzania

Comfort Level

Mid-Range

Maximum Group Size

Any group size

Physical Level

Moderate

Best time

  • All year round

Best for

  • Families
  • Group Travellers

Getting There

  • This Tour starts in Arusha, Ends in Arusha
  • Your flight should arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)

Trip Itinerary

Day 1:

Arusha

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport ex your international flight.

After customs procedures and luggage collection, you will be met by meet-and-greet representative from Licaon Tours & Safaris who will introduce you to your driver-guide for the road transfer to your hotel in Arusha.

Dinner and overnight at Tulia Boutique Hotel.

Transport

  • 4x4 Closed pop-up roof vehicle

Meals

  • Lunch, Dinner

Drinks

  • Drinking water, Coffee

Accommodation

Day 2: Tarangire

Breakfast.

With boxed lunch, leave for Tarangire National Park.

Afternoon game drives in the park.

In Tarangire, you will be amazed to see huge herds of elephants, huge baobab trees, zebras and many species of birds. The Tarangire River is also one of the attractions of this park.

Later, drive out of the park and head to your lodge.

Dinner and overnight at Lake Burunge Tented Lodge.

Main Activities

  • Game Drive

Transport

  • 4x4 Closed pop-up roof vehicle

Meals

  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Drinks

  • Drinking water, Coffee

Accommodation

Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park

Breakfast.

Soon after, leave Tarangire behind and head to Lake Manyara National Park.

Game drives in this small but beautiful park.

This park features underground water rainforest, which harbors different species of animals such as monkeys, buffaloes, giraffes and impalas. The lake has wonderful waterbirds such as saddle billed stock, African darters, shoe bill stocks, and the colorful pink flamingoes. All these including other species of birds makes this park a bird’s paradise. The hot-water springs and views of great East African rift valley wall makes this park a worth place to visit!

Later, drive out of the park and head to your lodge

Dinner and overnight at Eileen’s Trees Inn.

Main Activities

  • Game Drive

Transport

  • 4x4 Closed pop-up roof vehicle

Meals

  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Drinks

  • Drinking water, Coffee

Accommodation

Day 4: Serengeti

Breakfast.

With packed lunches, drive to Serengeti National Park via Ngorongoro Highlands.

Game drive en route as you proceed to your camp, situated at Central Serengeti.

Dinner and accommodation at Shuhudia Adventure Camp.

Transport

  • 4x4 Closed pop-up roof vehicle

Meals

  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Drinks

  • Drinking water, Coffee

Accommodation

Day 5: Serengeti

Spend an entire day with game drives in Serengeti National Camp.

This is one of the biggest parks in Tanzania. It features different species of big mammals, cats and birds. The chances to see big 5 are high. Prides of hunting lions, hyenas, grazing antelopes and buffaloes.

All meals and overnight at Shuhudia Adventure Camp.

Main Activities

  • Game Drive

Transport

  • 4x4 Closed pop-up roof vehicle

Meals

  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Drinks

  • Drinking water, Coffee

Accommodation

Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater

Early breakfast at your camp.

With picnics, drive to Ngorongoro and arrive at the rim of the crater in 3 hours’ time.

Soon after, descend to the floor of the crater for game drives.

It is a home to black rhinos, big tusked elephants, Ostriches, black-backed jackals, and hippos.

Later, ascend out of the crater and proceed to your lodge.

Later, proceed to Eileen’s Trees Inn for dinner and accommodation.

Main Activities

  • Game Drive

Transport

  • 4x4 Closed pop-up roof vehicle

Meals

  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Drinks

  • Drinking water, Coffee

Accommodation

Day 7: Arusha

Breakfast at the lodge.

Thereafter, drive back to Arusha with picnics.

Later, proceed to the airport for your onward flight.

(Depending on the departure time of your outbound flight, this day can be arranged in the manner you have time for the last-minute shopping before being transferred to the airport).

Main Activities

  • Game Drive

Transport

  • 4x4 Closed pop-up roof vehicle

Meals

  • Breakfast, Lunch

Drinks

  • Coffee, Drinking water

Pricing

2026 Rates & Prices

January to March

Valid from 1 January, 2026 to 31 March, 2026

PAX

Price per person sharing

1 Peson (Solo)

US $3,731

3 People

US $2,255

4 People

US $2,099

5 People

US $2,005

6 People

US $1,943
Single Room Supplement: USD $226

April to May

Valid from 1 April, 2026 to 31 May, 2026

PAX

Price per person sharing

1 Peson (Solo)

US $3,557

3 People

US $2,138

4 People

US $1,982

5 People

US $1,888

6 People

US $1,826
Single Room Supplement: USD $169

June to December

Valid from 1 June, 2026 to 31 December, 2026

PAX

Price per person sharing

1 Peson (Solo)

US $3,731

3 People

US $2,255

4 People

US $2,099

5 People

US $2,005

6 People

US $1,943
Single Room Supplement: USD $226

Please note:

  • Prices are per person sharing (Ask a tour organizer for more price information)
  • Accommodations listed on this tours are subjected to availability, it may change depending on the time of booking
  • The price for this tour may also depends on government imposed charges. Please be in touch with the organizer of this tour at the moment of enquiring this tour.

Inclusions

Price Includes

  • A professional guide
  • All Accommodations
  • All activities
  • All meals
  • All taxes
  • All transport
  • Drinking water
  • Park Fees
  • Roundtrip airport transfer

Price Excludes

  • Additional Accommodation after Safari
  • Additional excursions
  • Alcoholic Drinks
  • Domestic Flights
  • International Flight
  • Medical & Travel Insurance
  • Personal Item expense
  • Pre-arrival accommodation
  • Souvenirs
  • Tips
  • Visa Fees

Payment Terms

THE BOOKING

  • Bookings and subsequent contracts are deemed to have been concluded by the Company’s physical address in Arusha, Tanzania, and shall be interpreted according to the laws of the United Republic of Tanzania.
  • The place of jurisdiction is Arusha, Tanzania.

DEPOSIT & PAYMENT

  • A 20% deposit is required to secure a booking. This deposit forms part of the payment for the trip and shall be offset to the total amount charged to the client.
  • After the initial 20% deposit is received, the balance payment should be made four (4) weeks prior to the arrival date.
  • Clients booking within four (4) weeks of tour departure are required to pay the full amount immediately to secure the reservation.
  •  All bank charges are to be settled by the client.

Cancellation Policy

Any trip cancellations must be sent in writing to the office that confirmed the reservation. Cancellations shall only be effective from the date of receipt of cancellation by the booking office. In case of a booking cancellation, the Company shall retain the full deposit.

If a booking is canceled, the penalties are as follows:

  • 30 days prior to arrival – 20% of the total invoice will be charged
  • 29 to 15 days prior to arrival – 50% of the total invoice will be charged
  • 14 to 7 days prior to arrival – 75% of the total invoice will be charged
  • Less than 7 days prior to arrival – 100% of the invoice will be levied

Additional Information

  • A vegetarian option is available; please let us know at the time of booking if you require it.
  • Children must be accompanied by their parents
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Customer Reviews

4.83/5
  • Excellent
1 Reviews

Value for money5.0 / 5

Guide5.0 / 5

Lodging5.0 / 5

Meals4.0 / 5

Transport5.0 / 5

Activities5.0 / 5

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