7-Day Tanzania Affordable Classic Safari

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

Pick Up from the Airport to Arusha Town

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly greeted by your Acatree Tours & Safaris representative and assisted with your transfer to Arusha town. You'll enjoy a scenic drive through lush landscapes at the foot of Mount Meru, catching your first glimpses of Tanzania’s natural beauty.

You'll check in at your chosen lodge, Gold Crest Hotel Arusha where comfort meets charm in a tranquil setting. You'll take time to relax, refresh, and settle in after your your long journey. In the evening, you'll enjoy a delicious dinner at the lodge and rest well for the adventure ahead.

🏨 Accommodation: Gold Crest Hotel Arusha
🍽️ Meals: Dinner.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Gold Crest Hotel Arusha

• Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

After an early breakfast at your lodge, your safari adventure begins with a scenic drive from Arusha to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its giant baobab trees and vast herds of elephants. Along the way, you'll enjoy views of rolling hills, small villages, and farmland, giving a glimpse into the daily life of local Tanzanian communities.

Upon entering the park, you'll embark on your first game drive, spotting wildlife such as lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and a variety of bird species, including the vibrant lilac-breasted roller. Tarangire’s diverse landscapes—from swamps to dry plains—offer endless photographic opportunities and unforgettable wildlife encounters.

🏨 Accommodation: Tembo Tarangire Lodge
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

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:

Tembo Tarangire Lodge & Camp

• Budget lodge located less than 1hr drive from Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Tarangire National Park to Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast at your lodge Tembo Tarangire Lodge, you'll embark on a scenic drive toward Lake Manyara National Park, passing through the beautiful landscapes of the Tanzanian highlands. On the way, you may enjoy views of local villages, farmland, and rolling hills, offering insight into the culture and daily life of nearby communities.

Arriving at Lake Manyara National Park, you'll enjoy an exciting game drive in this small but diverse park. Famous for its tree-climbing lions, large troops of baboons, elephants, hippos, and colorful flocks of flamingos along the lake’s shore, Lake Manyara provides unique wildlife experiences in a compact area. You'll capture amazing photos and immerse yourself in the park’s incredible biodiversity.

🏨 Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

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

Show more

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

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Serengeti National Park

After an early breakfast, you'll depart from Karatu and travel toward the legendary Serengeti National Park, Tanzania’s most famous wildlife destination. Upon arrival, you'll embark on an exciting afternoon game drive, exploring the endless plains where wildlife thrives in its natural habitat.

The Serengeti is home to the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino—as well as cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeest. Depending on the season, you may witness the Great Migration, an awe-inspiring spectacle as thousands of wildebeest and zebras traverse the plains in search of fresh grazing grounds.

The park’s rolling grasslands, kopjes (rocky outcrops), and meandering rivers provide a stunning backdrop for photography and wildlife spotting.

🏨 Accommodation: Sound of Silence Tented Camp
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

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

Show more

GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Sound of Silence Tented Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Full-Day Game Drive in Central Serengeti National Park

You'll wake up early to the sounds of the Serengeti wilderness and enjoy breakfast at your camp. Today is dedicated to a full-day game drive, giving you ample opportunity to explore the park’s vast landscapes and incredible wildlife.

Drive across golden plains, rocky kopjes, and riverine forests in search of the Big Five, including lions, elephants, leopards, buffalo, and rhinos. You'll spot cheetahs chasing prey, graceful giraffes browsing on acacia trees, and large herds of wildebeest and zebras grazing together. Birdwatchers will delight in the variety of species, from colorful lilac-breasted rollers to majestic raptors soaring above.

🏨 Accommodation: Sound of Silence Tented Camp
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Sound of Silence Tented Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast at your camp, you'll depart the Serengeti and enjoy a scenic drive toward the Ngorongoro Crater for the unforgettable game tour. Along the way, you'll take in the breathtaking landscapes, with rolling hills, forests, and local villages providing a glimpse into rural Tanzanian life.

You'll arrive at Ngorongoro Crater, witnessing the seventh wonders of the in world. While you are in the Ngorongoro Crater, your driver guide will make unforgettable scene to have a picnic lunch around the hippos pool, during the lunch you will still have a good view to the lake.

Late afternoon, will drive from from Ngorongoro crater to your lodge for overnight.
Dinner at the lodge provides the perfect end to a day of travel and anticipation for the next day departure to another destination.

🏨 Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

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
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Drive to Arusha for Departure

Start your final day with an a sunrises, that welcoming you to the new day.

After a breakfast, amidst the stunning scenery, you'll begin your scenic drive back to Arusha, reflecting on the unforgettable memories of your 7-day safari adventure.

On the way back to Arusha, you can stop by at Mto wa Mbu, which is famous for cultural tour, and may experience the local African food as your hot lunch.

Upon arrival, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure point or to your lodge in Arusha if you plan to extend your stay.

🏨 Accommodation: — (End of Tour)
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast & Lunch.

Main Destination:

Kilimanjaro Airport

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.