7 Day Private Camping and Lodges Tanzania Safari

Overview

About this itinerary

Highlights

• Four famous parks in one safari: Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara
• A mix of camping nights and budget lodge rooms with private facilities
• A full day in the Serengeti for big cats and the Great Migration
• Lake Manyara, known for birdlife and tree-climbing lions
• Private Land Cruiser, professional guide and safari cook
• Camping equipment provided

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Itinerary

7 Days / 6 Nights · day to day

Each day shows where you are, what you may see and do, where you sleep and the meals. Exact sightings depend on the season and on the animals.

1. Day 1

   Arrival in Arusha

   

   Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, you will be welcomed by our company representative and transferred to your accommodation in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, you will have an opportunity to relax after your international journey and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of this safari town.

   In the evening, meet your safari consultant for a detailed safari briefing. You will review your itinerary, discuss the wildlife experiences ahead, and meet your professional safari guide, who will accompany you throughout your adventure.

   After the briefing, enjoy your evening, relax and prepare for the wildlife adventure beginning the following morning.

   Main destination

   ArushaBest time: Year-round

   Activities

   Safari briefing

   Overnight

   Jevas Hotel Encore

2. Day 2

   Arusha to Tarangire National Park and Mto wa Mbu

   

   After breakfast, depart Arusha and drive towards Tarangire National Park for your first wildlife experience. Famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees and savannah landscapes, Tarangire offers an excellent introduction to Tanzania's wildlife.

   Upon arrival, enjoy a game drive through different areas of the park in search of elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes and numerous bird species. Your guide will share information about the wildlife and the park's ecosystem. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park before continuing your afternoon game drive.

   In the late afternoon, exit Tarangire and drive towards Mto wa Mbu, a vibrant town near the Great Rift Valley. Arrive at your accommodation, enjoy dinner and relax after your first day of wildlife exploration.

   Main destination

   Tarangire National ParkBest time: June to October, when wildlife gathers at the river

   Wildlife you may see

   ElephantGiraffeZebraWildebeestBuffaloLionBaobab treesBirdlife

   Activities

   Game drivePicnic lunch in the parkScenic drive

   Overnight

   Fanaka Lodge

   Meals

   BreakfastLunchDinner

3. Day 3

   Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park: explore the endless plains

   

   After an early breakfast, depart Mto wa Mbu and begin your scenic journey towards Serengeti National Park, travelling through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, enjoy views of the volcanic highlands, open grasslands and traditional Maasai communities before reaching the Serengeti ecosystem.

   Upon entering Serengeti, begin your game drive across the endless plains. Search for lions, leopards and cheetahs, alongside elephants, giraffes, zebras and wildebeest. Depending on your travel season, your guide will focus on areas with good opportunities to encounter the Great Wildebeest Migration.

   Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your afternoon game drive. Later, proceed to your campsite for dinner and overnight, where you will enjoy an authentic African camping experience surrounded by nature.

   Main destination

   Serengeti National ParkBest time: Year-round; the herds move with the seasons

   Wildlife you may see

   LionLeopardCheetahElephantGiraffeZebraWildebeestSpotted hyenaBuffalo

   Activities

   Game drivePicnic lunch in the parkMaasai community and sceneryScenic drive

   Overnight

   Seronera Public Campsite

   Meals

   BreakfastLunchDinner

4. Day 4

   Full-day game drive in Serengeti: big cats and the Great Migration

   

   Wake up early and enjoy breakfast before heading out for a full-day wildlife adventure in Serengeti. This day is dedicated to exploring the plains and searching for the park's big cats, particularly lions, leopards and cheetahs. Serengeti is famous for its predator populations and opportunities to observe wildlife in its natural environment.

   Explore different areas of the park, including rocky kopjes, open grasslands and riverine habitats where wildlife gathers. Depending on your travel season, your guide will also help you locate the Great Wildebeest Migration, where thousands of wildebeest and zebras move across the ecosystem in search of fresh grazing and water. You may also encounter hyenas, elephants and giraffes.

   Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your afternoon game drive. In the evening, return to your campsite for dinner and overnight.

   Main destination

   Serengeti National ParkBest time: Year-round; the herds move with the seasons

   Wildlife you may see

   LionLeopardCheetahElephantGiraffeZebraWildebeestSpotted hyenaBuffalo

   Activities

   Game drivePicnic lunch in the parkScenic drive

   Overnight

   Seronera Public Campsite

   Meals

   BreakfastLunchDinner

5. Day 5

   Serengeti National Park to the Ngorongoro Highlands

   

   After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive in Serengeti as you begin your journey towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. This is another opportunity to explore the plains and search for predators before departing the park.

   Continue towards the Ngorongoro Highlands, enjoying scenery as the open savannah gradually transforms into rolling hills, volcanic landscapes and lush vegetation. Your guide will share information about the region's wildlife, natural environment and Maasai communities. Enjoy a picnic lunch during the journey before arriving in the Ngorongoro area.

   In the afternoon, arrive at your campsite in the Ngorongoro Highlands, settle in and enjoy a freshly prepared dinner from your safari cook. Relax and prepare for the following day's Ngorongoro Crater experience, one of the highlights of your safari.

   Main destination

   Serengeti National ParkBest time: Year-round; the herds move with the seasons

   Wildlife you may see

   LionLeopardCheetahElephantGiraffeZebraWildebeestSpotted hyenaBuffalo

   Activities

   Game drivePicnic lunch in the parkMaasai community and sceneryScenic drive

   Overnight

   Ngorongoro Simba A Campsite

   Meals

   BreakfastLunchDinner

6. Day 6

   Ngorongoro Crater game drive and overnight at Fanaka Lodge

   

   After an early breakfast, depart for the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater. Descend approximately 600 metres into the crater for a game drive across its landscape. The crater is home to an extraordinary concentration of wildlife.

   Explore the crater floor in search of the African Big Five, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards and the endangered black rhino. You may also encounter zebras, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas and numerous bird species. Enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated picnic site.

   In the afternoon, ascend the crater walls and drive towards Mto wa Mbu. Arrive at Fanaka Lodge, where you can enjoy a private room, freshen up and relax after an exciting day. Enjoy dinner and overnight at the lodge.

   Main destination

   Ngorongoro Conservation AreaBest time: Year-round; driest from June to October

   Wildlife you may see

   LionElephantBuffaloHippoZebraWildebeestSpotted hyenaBlack rhino (rare)

   Activities

   Ngorongoro Crater game driveGame drivePicnic lunch in the parkTrekkingScenic drive

   Overnight

   Fanaka Lodge

   Meals

   BreakfastLunchDinner

7. Day 7

   Lake Manyara National Park and departure

   

   After breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park for your final wildlife experience. Located beneath the Great Rift Valley escarpment, this park offers groundwater forests, open grasslands and lakeside landscapes. It is particularly famous for its birdlife, elephants, baboons and tree-climbing lions.

   Enjoy a game drive through the park in search of elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, hippos and other wildlife. Keep an eye out for the tree-climbing lions and the colourful bird species around the lake. Enjoy a picnic lunch during your exploration.

   In the afternoon, exit Lake Manyara National Park and begin your journey towards Arusha, Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, depending on your departure arrangements. Our driver will ensure a comfortable transfer according to your flight schedule.

   Main destination

   Lake Manyara National ParkBest time: June to October; the green season for birds

   Wildlife you may see

   ElephantBaboonHippoGiraffeFlamingoTree-climbing lion (sometimes)

   Activities

   Game drivePicnic lunch in the parkBush flightScenic drive

   Meals

   BreakfastLunch

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