7-Day Northern Tanzania Safari with Maasai Village Visit

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

Arrive to west Kilimanjaro

Immerse yourself in authentic Maasai culture with the Lesinyai Maasai Experience in the West Kilimanjaro area. Set against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru, this cultural tour offers a unique chance to connect with one of Tanzania’s most iconic tribes.

Visit a traditional Maasai boma (village) to learn about their customs, daily life, and ancient traditions. Participate in traditional dances, learn how to make fire the Maasai way, and hear stories from elders about their nomadic lifestyle and deep connection to nature.

Main Destination:

West Kilimanjaro (Area)

Accommodation:

Simba Farm Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located In

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Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Drinks not included

West kilimanjaro to tarangire np

Start your adventure near the western slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro, exploring scenic landscapes and rural villages. Enjoy the dramatic views of the mountain and its surrounding foothills before heading to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds, baobab trees, and diverse wildlife.

Spend the afternoon on a game drive, spotting elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and numerous bird species. The park’s mix of savannah, riverine forest, and seasonal wetlands makes it ideal for wildlife viewing and photography. Stay overnight at a lodge or campsite near the park, preparing for the next day’s safari adventures.

Main Destination:

Tarangire National Park

Best Time To Visit July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River)

High Season June to October (The park is full of visitors)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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HippoCommon

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Mawe Mawe Lodge

• Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Serengengeti np

Explore the heart of the Serengeti, where endless savannahs stretch as far as the eye can see. The central region is famous for its abundant wildlife, including lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeest. Enjoy game drives through open plains, riverine areas, and kopjes, perfect for wildlife spotting and photography.

Stay in comfortable lodges or luxury camps within the park, allowing you to experience sunrises and sunsets over the Serengeti. Guides share expert knowledge on animal behavior, making each game drive both thrilling and educational.

Main Destination:

Central 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:

Kontiki Serengeti Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Serengeti np

Start your day with an early morning game drive, when predators are most active and the wildlife is abundant. Explore the open savannah, riverine forests, and kopjes, spotting lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeest. Your experienced guide shares insights on animal behavior and the Serengeti ecosystem.

After a picnic lunch in the park, continue the afternoon game drive, taking in the stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife. Return to your lodge or camp in the evening to relax, enjoy dinner, and reflect on the day’s wildlife encounters.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Kontiki Serengeti Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Serengeti to ngorongoro

After breakfast in the Serengeti, you depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying the scenic drive through rolling hills, Maasai villages, and savannah landscapes. Upon arrival, visit the Ngorongoro Crater viewpoint, where you can admire the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera and its breathtaking scenery.

Descend into the crater floor for an afternoon game drive, spotting abundant wildlife including lions, elephants, zebras, wildebeest, and hippos. The diverse habitats of the crater—from grasslands to swamps—offer incredible photography and wildlife viewing opportunities. In the evening, transfer to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight stay.

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:

Farm of Dreams Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Manyara np

Discover the beauty of Lake Manyara National Park, one of Tanzania’s most scenic wildlife areas, nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment. The park is famous for its tree-climbing lions, large elephant herds, and colorful flocks of flamingos that gather along the lake’s edge.

Enjoy game drives through lush groundwater forests, acacia woodlands, and open plains teeming with giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, and monkeys. Bird enthusiasts will love the park’s diverse birdlife with over 400 recorded species.

Main Destination:

Mto Wa Mbu (Town)

Accommodation:

Burudika Manyara Lodge

• Budget lodge located in Mto wa Mbu (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Mto wa mbu to arusha

After breakfast, enjoy a relaxed morning in Mto wa Mbu, a vibrant cultural town at the base of the Great Rift Valley. If time allows, you can visit the local market or banana plantations, offering a glimpse of authentic Tanzanian village life.

Then, depart for Arusha, driving through scenic landscapes dotted with villages, coffee farms, and views of Mount Meru. This marks the end of your safari adventure, as you arrive in the bustling city of Arusha for your onward journey or overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

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