Destination

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Duration
7-Days
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Tour Type
Multidestination safari
Private guided safari
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Group Size
6
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Tour Guide
2
8 Days Serengeti and Mara safari showcasing wildlife, landscapes, and the Great Migration
Tanzania

7 Days Best of Tanzania Safari – Ultimate Wildlife Expedition

7 Days Best of Tanzania Safari – Ultimate Wildlife Expedition

Gear up for a heart-pounding week of epic wildlife action: ancient baobabs, tree-climbing lions, thundering elephant herds,
and the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater. Expect early mornings, long horizons, and camera-ready moments at every turn.
This is Tanzania — raw, wild and utterly unforgettable.

Duration
7 Days • 6 Nights
Region
Tanzania • Tarangire • Lake Manyara • Serengeti • Ngorongoro
Style
Adventure • Wildlife • Cultural

Overview

Ready for big skies and bigger sightings? Over seven days you’ll chase Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife hotspots:
Tarangire’s great elephant gatherings, Lake Manyara’s forest and flamingo fringes, the endless Serengeti plains,
and the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater. Expect skilled guides, responsive logistics, and the kind of encounters that
make every safari story worth telling.

Adventure Highlights

Thrilling Game Drives

Early morning and golden-hour drives maximise predator activity and photographic light.

Serengeti Plains

Encounter immense grasslands, kopjes, and resident big cats – nature at blockbuster scale.

Ngorongoro Crater

A unique caldera ecosystem – superb rhino, lion and birdwatching in a compact area.

Local Culture

Meet Maasai communities and Mto wa Mbu artisans – authentic cultural experiences woven into the itinerary.

Day-by-Day Adventure Plan

Arrival & Transfer – Arusha

Land at Kilimanjaro Airport, meet your Miana guide and transfer to your Arusha hotel. Briefing, gear check and early rest –
tomorrow the adventure begins. (Overnight: Tulia Hotel & Spa – B&B)

Day 1 – Maasai Village & Arrival at Manyara Camp

Drive to Monduli Juu for a hands-on Maasai visit: traditional dress, warrior dances, and village life up close.
Afterwards transfer to Africa Safari Manyara Camp for dinner and overnight – the perfect intro to Northern Tanzania.

Day 2 – Manyara to Serengeti (via Ngorongoro View)

Journey across the highlands with a breathtaking Ngorongoro viewpoint stop, then descend to the southern Serengeti.
Afternoon game drive among kopjes and endless plains. (Overnight: Serengeti Narudi Tented Camp – FB)

Day 3 – Full-Day Serengeti Game Drives

Dawn to dusk in the Serengeti: track prides of lions, stealthy leopards, and roaming cheetahs. Picnic lunch in the field;
photographic opportunities abound – the Serengeti is your stage.

Day 4 – Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Travel to the Ngorongoro Highlands then descend into the crater for intense wildlife viewing – rhino, elephant, lion and prolific birdlife.
Picnic inside the caldera followed by a scenic climb back to the highlands. (Overnight: Pamoja Africa Lodge – FB)

Day 5 – Full Day: Lake Manyara National Park

Explore Lake Manyara’s verdant rim – famous for tree-climbing lions, vast baboon troops and abundant waterbirds.
An engaging day of close encounters, forest drives and lakeside views. (Overnight: Lake Manyara Secret Lodge – FB)

Day 6 – Mto wa Mbu Walking Safari & Community Lunch

Visit Mto wa Mbu for a vibrant walking safari – banana plantations, artisan studios, local breweries and a community-cooked lunch.
Return to camp for a relaxed evening and optional swim. (Overnight: Africa Safari Manyara Camp – FB)

Day 7 – Tarangire Morning Drive & Transfer to Arusha / Kilimanjaro

Morning game drive in Tarangire – famed for large elephant herds and striking baobabs. Afterwards transfer to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport for your onward flight. End of expedition.

Inclusions

  • All accommodation & full-board meals as specified
  • All ground transport in 4×4 extended Land Cruiser
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • Park entrance & conservation fees
  • Mineral water in vehicle during drives
  • Picnic lunches on game-drive days where indicated
  • Airport transfers on arrival & departure
  • Community lunch in Mto wa Mbu and cultural visits as listed

Exclusions

  • International and domestic flights
  • Visa fees and airport departure taxes
  • Travel / medical insurance
  • Tips and gratuities to guides and camp staff
  • Optional activities and personal expenses

Important notes:

  • Itinerary order may vary depending on park access, migration patterns and local conditions – we optimise daily for best sightings.
  • Best months for migration viewing: January – March (southern circuit) and June – October (northern crossings).
  • We recommend travel insurance covering medical evacuation and trip cancellation.


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