7 Days Tanzania Luxury Safari Itinerary

Q: Is this a private Tanzania luxury safari?

Yes. This itinerary is designed as a private safari, giving you a dedicated safari vehicle and driver-guide. You can enjoy the parks at a comfortable pace and spend more time at interesting wildlife sightings.

Q: Which national parks are included?

The safari includes Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, and Serengeti National Park.

Q: Will I see the Big Five?

The safari gives you opportunities to see lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards, and rhinoceros. However, wildlife sightings are never guaranteed because animals move freely in their natural habitat.

Q: What type of vehicle is used?

You will travel in a comfortable 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof, which provides good visibility for game viewing and photography.

Q: What accommodation is included?

The itinerary includes carefully selected luxury accommodation in Arusha, around Ngorongoro, and in Serengeti. The exact properties depend on availability and the confirmed booking.

Q: Is the safari suitable for families?

Yes. A private safari can work well for families because the itinerary can be adjusted around your preferred pace and interests.

Q: What should I pack for a 7-day Tanzania safari?

Pack light, comfortable clothing, a warm layer for cool mornings and evenings, comfortable shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, insect repellent, and a camera. Neutral-colored clothing is practical for game drives.

Q: When is the best time to take this safari?

Tanzania can be visited throughout the year. The best period depends on your wildlife interests. The dry season is generally popular for game viewing, while different areas of the Serengeti offer seasonal wildlife experiences throughout the year.

Q: Can I add Zanzibar after the safari?

Yes. You can extend your Tanzania safari with a Zanzibar beach holiday. We can arrange flights, accommodation, airport transfers, and activities based on your travel plans.

Q: Can I customize this itinerary?

Yes. The itinerary can be adjusted to suit your travel dates, accommodation preferences, budget, and wildlife interests. You can also add extra nights in Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Arusha, or Zanzibar.

Includes and Excluded list

Cost Includes

Airport pickup and drop-off
Private 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof
Professional English-speaking safari driver-guide
6 nights of luxury accommodation
Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner
All national park and conservation area fees
Tarangire National Park game drives
Ngorongoro Crater game drive
Serengeti National Park game drives
Picnic lunches during full-day game drives
Bottled drinking water during safari
Domestic flight from Seronera Airstrip to Kilimanjaro
All applicable government taxes and service charges
Private safari experience

Cost Exclude

International flights
Tanzania visa fees
Travel insurance
Tips for your safari guide and lodge staff
Alcoholic and soft drinks at lodges
Laundry services
Personal expenses
Souvenirs and other purchases
Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
Additional accommodation before or after the safari
Anything not specifically mentioned under "What's Included"

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Experience the best of northern Tanzania on a private luxury safari. Explore Tarangire, Ngorongoro, and Serengeti while enjoying comfortable lodges, exciting game drives, and beautiful landscapes.

Safari Highlights

Explore Tarangire National Park, famous for elephants and giant baobab trees.
Enjoy a full-day wildlife experience in the Ngorongoro Crater.
Discover the vast plains of Serengeti National Park.
Enjoy three days of Serengeti game drives with time for wildlife photography.
Look for the Big Five, including lions, elephants, leopards, and buffalo.
Stay in carefully selected luxury lodges and tented camps.

Day 01 :

Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport – Arusha

Welcome to Tanzania.

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, our driver will meet you and transfer you to Arusha. Once you arrive at the lodge, check in and take some time to relax and recover from your journey.

Afterward, enjoy a quiet evening at the lodge. Meanwhile, you can unwind and prepare for the adventure ahead. Finally, get a good night's rest so you are ready for your safari the next morning.

Accommodation: Arusha Coffee Lodge

Day 02 :

Arusha – Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, your safari adventure begins.

Your private safari driver will pick you up from the lodge and drive to Tarangire National Park. The park is famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and rich wildlife.

Start your first game drive as you enter the park. Keep your eyes open for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and many bird species.

Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic site inside the park. Afterward, continue with an afternoon game drive as your driver follows the best wildlife areas based on the day's sightings.

Toward evening, leave the park and drive to your lodge. Upon arrival, enjoy dinner before settling in for an overnight rest.

Accommodation: Tarangire tree top lodge

Day 03 :

Tarangire – Ngorongoro Crater

Start the day with an early morning game drive. The cooler hours often offer excellent opportunities to see wildlife.

Return to the lodge for breakfast. Then, continue toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive. The crater is home to a wide range of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffalo, zebras, hippos, and other species.

Enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated site within the crater. After lunch, continue exploring the crater floor before driving up to your lodge in the late afternoon.

Accommodation: Crater Edge

Day 04 :

Ngorongoro – Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, depart for Serengeti National Park.

The drive takes you through changing landscapes as you enter the vast Serengeti ecosystem. Along the way, enjoy views of open plains, rocky hills, and local villages.

Arrive in the Serengeti and begin an afternoon game drive. Look for lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes, and large herds of plains animals.

As the sun begins to set, continue to your lodge for dinner and a relaxing evening.

Accommodation: Serengeti Explore Lodge

Day 05 :

Full-Day Serengeti Safari

Wake up to the sounds of the African bush.

After breakfast, head out for a full-day game drive across the Serengeti. Your driver will choose the best areas based on wildlife activity and seasonal movements.

The Serengeti offers excellent opportunities for wildlife photography. You may spot big cats resting in the grass, elephants moving across the plains, or large herds travelling through the park.

Enjoy a picnic lunch during the day. Continue exploring in the afternoon before returning to the lodge.

Accommodation: Serengeti Explore Lodge

Day 06 :

Full-Day Serengeti Safari

Enjoy another full day in the Serengeti.

After breakfast, set out for more game viewing. Each day in the Serengeti can bring a new experience. Follow fresh tracks, explore different areas, and spend time watching wildlife in its natural habitat.

Your safari guide will help you make the most of the day. Take your time at interesting sightings and enjoy the beauty of the Serengeti landscape.

Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and your final night in the Serengeti.

Accommodation: Serengeti Explore Lodge

Day 07 :

Serengeti – Seronera Airstrip – Kilimanjaro

Enjoy breakfast at the lodge before your final morning in the Serengeti.

Depending on your flight time, you may have time for a short morning game drive. Later, your driver will transfer you to Seronera Airstrip for your flight to Kilimanjaro.

Your safari ends with unforgettable memories of Tanzania's wildlife, landscapes, and warm hospitality.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Is this a private Tanzania luxury safari?

Which national parks are included?

Will I see the Big Five?

What type of vehicle is used?

What accommodation is included?

Is the safari suitable for families?

What should I pack for a 7-day Tanzania safari?

When is the best time to take this safari?

Can I add Zanzibar after the safari?

Can I customize this itinerary?

What happens on the final day?

Do I need travel insurance?

How far in advance should I book?

7 Days Tanzania Luxury Safari Itinerary

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7 Days Tanzania Luxury Safari Itinerary