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7-Day Tanzania Safari Tours
There are many options for a Tanzanian 7-day safari. Each of its parks and reserves is unique and offers a different experience. Many people come to see the wildebeest migration. This yearly spectacle is a sight to behold, and a 7-day safari gives a fantastic opportunity to witness it. Wherever you go in the country, you’ll have quality wildlife sightings. While the northern parks have the highest densities of animals, the southern parks are highly recommended for an off-the-beaten-track experience. Fewer visitors get out here, and there are many 7-day packages to Ruaha National Park and Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous Game Reserve), the main park and reserve in this circuit.
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7-Day Honeymoon Safari Adventure - Mid-Range
$2,019 to $2,057 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara NP, Kilimanjaro Airport (End)
Kale Voyage Expedition
5.0/5 – 14 Reviews
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7-Day Experience Big Five Safari in Tanzania
$2,092 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara NP, Arusha (End)
Full Package Adventures
5.0/5 – 61 Reviews
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Best Seller
7-Day Luxury All-Inclusive Epic Safari
$3,240 to $3,867 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Lake Manyara NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha (End)
Lion King Adventures
5.0/5 – 1018 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
7-Day Mid Range Tour to Serengeti Wildebeest Migration
$2,310 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Kilimanjaro Airport (End)
Meru Slopes Tours & Safaris
5.0/5 – 306 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
7-Day Journey of the Wildebeest - Luxury
$4,120 to $5,600 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Lake Manyara NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Central Serengeti, Serengeti NP, Arusha (End)
Unlimited Expeditions: The Soul of Tanzania
4.9/5 – 438 Reviews
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7-Day Luxury Safari All-Inclusive
$2,992 to $3,966 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Lake Manyara NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha (End)
African Big Cats Safaris
5.0/5 – 359 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
7-Day Tarangire, Lake Manyara & Serengeti Luxury Safari
$7,224 to $8,552 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Karatu District, Ngorongoro Crater, Central Serengeti, Arusha (End)
Wayfairer Travel
4.9/5 – 149 Reviews
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Best Seller
7-Day Big Five Safari - Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Others
$2,750 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Lake Manyara NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Karatu District, Arusha (End)
Savannah Explorers
5.0/5 – 485 Reviews
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7-Day Tanzania Wildlife Luxury Safari
$3,153 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Kilimanjaro Airport (Start), Tarangire NP, Mto wa Mbu (Town), Serengeti NP, Central Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha (End)
Ozon Light Tours
5.0/5 – 71 Reviews
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7-Day Grand Migration Tanzania Safari
$2,475 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Arusha (Start), Lake Natron, Northern Serengeti NP, Central Serengeti, Ngorongoro Highlands, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire NP, Arusha (End)
Safari360
4.9/5 – 104 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
7-Day Best of the Wild Luxury Safari
$3,522 to $3,553 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Lake Manyara NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha (End)
Kilimanjaro Adventure Safari Club
5.0/5 – 147 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
7-Day Serengeti and Zanzibar White Sand Beaches Luxury
$3,262 to $3,410 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Western Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Zanzibar (End)
Colours Africa Tours and Safaris
5.0/5 – 159 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
7-Day Tanzania Drive in Fly out Mid-Range Safari
$3,355 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Lake Manyara NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti NP, Zanzibar (End)
Safari Soles
5.0/5 – 246 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
7-Day Northern Parks Comfort Lodges
$2,540 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti NP, Lake Natron, Lake Manyara NP, Arusha (End)
Shemeji Safari Tanzania
4.8/5 – 282 Reviews
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7-Day Lake Natron, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Adventure
$2,376 to $2,816 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Moshi (Start), Tarangire NP, Lake Natron, Northern Serengeti NP, Central Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha NP, Moshi (End)
RO Scavenger Safaris
5.0/5 – 21 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
7-Day The Big Five Safari in Tanzania
$2,363 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Moshi (Start), Arusha (City), Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara NP, Moshi (End)
Serengeti Smile
5.0/5 – 209 Reviews
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7-Day Luxury Expedition with Serengeti Four Seasons
$3,725 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Lake Manyara NP, Central Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha (End)
Highneck Safaris company
5.0/5 – 7 Reviews
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7-Day Budget Safari with Flight and Kilimanjaro Foothill
$1,590 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Shared tour (max 6 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping & Hotel
You Visit: Zanzibar (Start), Arusha (City), Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Central Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara NP, Materuni (Highlight), Zanzibar (End)
Everlasting African Adventure
5.0/5 – 7 Reviews
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7-Day Standard Tanzania Tour Package
$3,080 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Central Serengeti, Northern Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Eyasi, Lake Manyara NP, Arusha (End)
Emmy Safaris & Tours
5.0/5 – 6 Reviews
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7-Day Tanzania Southern Remarkable Safari
$2,530 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Dar Es Salaam (Start), Nyerere NP, Mikumi NP, Ruaha NP, Dar Es Salaam (End)
RajaTours Tanzania
5.0/5 – 100 Reviews
5 Questions About 7-Day Tanzania Safaris
Answered by
Ariadne van Zandbergen
Ariadne is a renowned Africa expert. She and her husband write and update many Bradt guides together, including the ‘Tanzania’ guide. She first visited Tanzania 25 years ago, and returns to visit the parks and reserves at least every three to four years. She has led several group safaris in Tanzania.› More about Ariadne
5 Questions About 7-Day Tanzania Safaris
Is 7 days a good length for a safari in Tanzania?
“A 7-day safari in Tanzania gives you enough time to immerse yourself in the experience, as long as you don’t have expectations of visiting a lot of parks. It also gives you enough time to get away from the busiest places, mostly visited on shorter safaris. Tanzania is an incredible wildlife destination. Almost a third of its surface area falls into a protected area of some kind. There are many parks and reserves, and each one is different, so you won’t be able to visit all the highlights in one trip. Seven days gives you a reasonable time to explore one of Tanzania’s three safari circuits. Even then, you’ll have to make choices. It is a common mistake to try and cram too much into a holiday. Don’t forget, it should be a holiday, not a military operation. I prefer to give myself enough time to soak in the atmosphere of a place instead of rushing from park to park. Even if you repeat a drive, you’ll see different action. Sometimes, it pays to follow up on a sighting. Go back to a lion kill; hyenas might have arrived later on. Every day is different.”
1What can I fit in during a 7-day safari in Tanzania?
“There are lots of different itineraries available for a 7-day safari in Tanzania, so choosing what you can fit in can be challenging. Most tours focus on one of two safari circuits. Most popular is the Northern circuit, which is centered on the vast Serengeti, and also includes the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater. With seven days, you can also easily include a night or two in Lake Manyara National Park or Tarangire National Park. Tarangire is most rewarding in the Dry season months, when elephant congregate around the river for which it is named. But just because you can fit all that in a 1-week safari, don’t feel that you have to. An equally good option would be to spend more time exploring the Serengeti and Ngorongoro, and to leave out Manyara and Tarangire. The Southern circuit offers quite a different kind of safari. The parks and reserves in the south are more low-key. With only a limited number of small lodges and tented camps in a vast area, you’ll get a very authentic wilderness experience here. Some of the best guides work in Ruaha National Park and additional activities such as boating and walking are offered in both Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous) and Ruaha. You could visit Mikumi National Park en route. This is, in fact, the most convenient stopover on a road safari to the south. If you would like to stretch your legs, you might want to make a small side trip to Udzungwa Mountains National Park. You can hike in pristine rainforest, and witness Sanje waterfall tumbling down the escarpment.”
2What kind of accommodation can I expect?
“There are many types of accommodation available when going on a safari in Tanzania. If you’re on a tight budget or you love camping, look no further. Camping safaris are very popular and usually the most budget-friendly option. Many operators specialize in camping safaris, and they tend to run a very professional operation. A reputable company will kit you out with high-quality tents and everything else you’ll need. Most camping safaris include a dedicated chef, and guests usually rave about the freshly prepared food. If you’re on a budget but camping isn’t your thing, you can stay in no-frills lodgings, usually located just outside the parks. A wide range of accommodation is available inside the parks too. Mid-range lodges offer all the mod cons, and while they sometimes lack character, the great locations often give way to spectacular views. Top of the range are the luxury lodges. These are usually small and exclusive, with some limited to six to eight units. They can be solidly built, but many opt for the tented-camp theme. Either way, luxury lodges are usually booked on a fly-in safari. The service, food and guiding are of the highest standard.”
3Which animals can I expect to see?
“You’ll be surprised at how much wildlife you’ll be able to see on a 7-day safari in Tanzania. Many of the Tanzanian parks have incredible animal densities. You’ll see something special on every drive. If you are keen to see the Big Five, you can’t go wrong in the Northern safari circuit. You’ll see plenty of elephant and buffalo. Even lion are ridiculously easy to see, but leopard sightings are more hit-and-miss. Having said that, your chances of seeing one of these elusive cats are quite good on a 1-week safari. Black rhino sightings are almost guaranteed in the Ngorongoro Crater, but if you miss them there, you might not get another chance. The best time to visit the Serengeti is during the annual wildebeest migration. You could try to coincide your stay with a river crossing, although the timing of that is not precise. Aside from the Big Five, favorites include giraffe and zebra, and other predators such as cheetah and black-backed jackal. You might even be lucky to see a rare nocturnal carnivore, such as a honey badger or serval. The southern parks have their own appeal. Although they offer less of a thrill a minute, you can see some animals here that are rare to see elsewhere. Most sought-after are the endangered wild dog. Seeing a pack hunting or interacting is a very special experience.”
4How much will this safari cost?
“There is a wide range of prices for a Tanzanian 7-day safari. At the budget end, you can find 7-day safaris advertised from about US$1,250 to US$2,500 per person. Mid-range tours range between US$2,500 and US$3,000 per person, while luxury tours generally range between US$3,000 and US$4,500 per person. The sky is the limit though when it comes to top-end safaris; some are much pricier. Many variables determine the cost of a 7-day safari. Accommodation is a big factor. There are basic budget guesthouses, mid-range hotels and top-end luxury designer lodges and tented camps. Private tours are generally slightly pricier than shared tours and this is even more so for single travelers. If you don’t mind spending some time on bumpy roads driving between parks, a road safari is a good choice. It gives you a chance to see a bit more of the country. Fly-in safaris are generally more expensive. However, they are convenient and comfortable, but most of all you’ll save valuable time. Prices also fluctuate throughout the year. You could consider saving some money by traveling in the off season or the shoulder months. Rain is common in the low season, but it is rarely continuous for days and there are many positives to traveling at this time. The scenery is lush and green, and there is an abundance of baby animals around. Most of all, lodges are quieter and there are fewer vehicles out on game drives.”
5Tanzania Reviews
Sue is an award-winning writer who specializes in African travel and conservation. She writes for national newspapers, magazines, Rough Guides and Lonely Planet.
The perfect safari destination
With almost a quarter of this vast country dedicated to wildlife reserves and national parks, Tanzania is justifiably regarded as Africa’s premier safari destination. It’s one of my favourite countries, not just for the bush, beaches...
Anthony is a photographer and writer for travel magazines and Lonely Planet, including the guides to Kenya and Botswana & Namibia.
Tanzania: The Great Abundance
Tanzania belongs among the elite of African safari destinations, and its northern safari circuit in particular is one of the best places on the planet to see wildlife. The northern parks are rich in everything there is to love about Africa...
Unforgettable Experience
I had an amazing safari adventure with Tanzania Pilgrimage Safaris, exploring Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Serengeti, and Tarangire National Parks. The knowledgeable guides made each stop unforgettable, from the vast plains of Ngorongoro...
Amazing!
Absolutely loved my day safari at Mikumi Park! It was a one-day trip from Dar es Salaam, and it exceeded all expectations. Huge thanks to the agency for their flexibility and accommodating all our special requests, like starting the tour at...
Unforgettable!
Our safari was great. At the airport, after resolving a few small problems, we were picked up by the driver and taken to Arusha to a good hotel to spend the night and agree on the Safari that would start the next day. We had booked the...
Beautiful Country
My daughter and I did a 3 day fly in fly out from Zanzibar. You get the island experience in Zanzibar with beautiful beaches and Stonetown. When you hit the Serengeti it is such a special place, the Crater is another totally different...