7-Day Classic Northern Tanzania Budget Safari

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival in Arusha – Gateway to Adventure

Arrive in Arusha, Tanzania’s safari capital, where you’ll be warmly welcomed by our representative and transferred to your budget lodge. Enjoy a short briefing about your safari ahead and relax after your journey. Depending on your arrival time, explore the vibrant local markets or simply unwind as you prepare for an exciting adventure across Tanzania’s northern circuit.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Arusha Condo Hotel

• Budget hotel located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Arusha – Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee Tour – Moshi

After breakfast, drive to the lush foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro to visit Materuni Village. Hike (optional activity) through tropical vegetation to the stunning Materuni Waterfalls and enjoy a refreshing swim beneath its cascading waters. Later, experience an authentic local coffee-making ceremony with the Chagga people before heading to Moshi for your overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Materuni Waterfalls (Highlight)

Accommodation:

Old Moshi Hostel

• Budget lodge located in Moshi (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Moshi – Lake Manyara National Park

Depart after breakfast for Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions, pink flamingos, and breathtaking views of the Great Rift Valley escarpment. Enjoy a full afternoon game drive spotting elephants, hippos, giraffes, and baboons before settling into your camp or lodge near the park.

Main Destination:

Lake Manyara National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals)

High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

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LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

African Grand Hotel

• Budget hotel located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Manyara – Serengeti National Park

After an early breakfast, travel through the scenic highlands of Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and route to the world-famous Serengeti. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive across the endless plains teeming with wildlife—zebras, wildebeests, cheetahs, and the majestic “Big Five.” Witness the magic of an African sunset before dinner under the stars.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)

High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Briston Serengeti Hotel

• Budget hotel located just outside Northern Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full Day in Serengeti National Park

Spend the entire day exploring the vast Serengeti ecosystem. Follow the great migration paths (seasonal), search for predators in action, and enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness. Serengeti’s rich biodiversity and raw beauty promise unforgettable photographic moments.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Briston Serengeti Hotel

• Budget hotel located just outside Northern Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater

After an early breakfast, enjoy a final morning drive in Serengeti before heading toward Ngorongoro Crater—one of Africa’s natural wonders. Descend 600 meters into the world’s largest unbroken caldera, home to lions, rhinos, elephants, and thousands of flamingos. Enjoy an incredible game-viewing experience before driving to your lodge in Karatu for a relaxing evening.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)

High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)

Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

Show more

ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Crater Rim View Lodge

• Budget hotel located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Ngorongoro – Tarangire National Park – Arusha (Departure)

On your final day, journey to Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant baobab trees and large elephant herds. Enjoy your last game drive, capturing memories of graceful giraffes, zebras, and lions resting under the shade. After lunch, return to Arusha where your safari ends—filled with stories, photos, and memories of a lifetime.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.