7-Day Tanzania Safari, Tarangire, Serengeti & Crater

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

Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport – Transfer to Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met by your professional Serengeti Mufasa Tours & Safaris guide and transferred to Arusha town. This day is designed for relaxation after your flight and a detailed safari briefing covering the journey ahead. Depending on arrival time, enjoy views of Mount Meru and the vibrant safari atmosphere of Arusha, preparing you for the adventure ahead.

Main Destination:

Kilimanjaro Airport

Accommodation:

Pazuri Inn

• Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its massive elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Enjoy a full game drive along the Tarangire River, the park’s lifeline that attracts wildlife year-round. You may encounter lions, leopards, giraffes, wildebeest, zebras, and a rich variety of birdlife. A picnic lunch is served inside the park before heading to Karatu.

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:

Marera Valley Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Lake Manyara National Park

Today you explore Lake Manyara National Park, a scenic gem stretching along the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment. The park offers diverse habitats including groundwater forests, open grasslands, and the alkaline lake itself. Look out for tree-climbing lions, elephants, flamingos, hippos, and large troops of baboons. After the game drive, return to Karatu for relaxation.

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:

Marera Valley Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Manyara NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Serengeti National Park (Game Drive En Route)

Depart after breakfast toward Serengeti National Park, passing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area with breathtaking landscapes. Upon entering Serengeti, wildlife viewing begins immediately as you traverse the vast plains. Expect sightings of predators and large herbivore herds as you drive deeper into the park. Arrive at camp in the afternoon and enjoy sunset views over the Serengeti.

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

Show more

GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Serengeti Classic View Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Game Drives in Serengeti National Park

Spend a full day exploring the endless plains of Serengeti National Park with morning and afternoon game drives. This park is famous for its high concentration of predators including lions, cheetahs, and leopards, as well as elephants, buffalo, and vast herds of wildebeest and zebras. Your guide will tailor the day’s movements to wildlife activity, maximizing viewing opportunities.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Serengeti Classic View Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, depart Serengeti and head toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable game drive within this UNESCO World Heritage Site. The crater floor hosts an incredible density of wildlife, including lions, elephants, hippos, flamingos, and the endangered black rhino. Later, ascend the crater rim and continue to Karatu.

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:

Marera Valley Lodge

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

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Karatu – Arusha – Departure

After breakfast, drive back to Arusha through the beautiful highland scenery. Enjoy lunch in Arusha town and time for last-minute shopping if desired. You will then be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport or your onward destination, marking the end of a memorable Tanzania safari with Serengeti Mufasa Tours & Safaris.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

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

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