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7-Day Private Lodge Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti, Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater

📅7 Days / 6 Nights
🦁Private Safari
👥Private/custom group
💰$2,380
🌍 Safari Overview
7 Days / 6 Nights
Duration
Private/custom group
Group Size
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Meals
June to October is the main dry-season window; January to February is another practical period for northern Tanzania.
Best Season
Private Safari
Tour Style
Private
Accommodation

This 7-day Tanzania safari follows a defined route through Tarangire, Serengeti, Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater. The sequence of parks and areas gives the itinerary its character, while the day-by-day plan sets the pace for drives, stops and overnight stays.

The daily plan moves through Arrival in Arusha, Arusha → Tarangire National Park, Karatu → Central Serengeti National Park and the remaining scheduled stops.

The itinerary is arranged as a private departure, allowing the guide to manage driving time and stops around the agreed route. The published schedule should be checked against the requested travel dates before confirmation.

Overnight stays use the lodge or camp level shown in the package details, with the exact properties confirmed in the accommodation section. Group size, meal arrangements and included services should be reviewed together because they affect the practical cost of the route. Listed inclusions include All Park entrances & taxes, Accommodation during safari, All Meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner).

✨ Safari Highlights

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Serengeti game drives
Drive across the Serengeti plains with time set aside for wildlife viewing.
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Ngorongoro Crater
Descend into the crater for a concentrated wildlife drive and crater-floor views.
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Tarangire landscapes
Explore Tarangire’s river corridor, baobabs and elephant country.
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Lake Manyara
Travel through Lake Manyara National Park for forest, lake and open-plain habitats.

📋 Day-by-Day Itinerary

1
Arrival in Arusha
Arusha (City)Accommodation: Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa (Mid-range Hotel)Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & Dinner not included)Drinks: Not included
  • Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will complete immigration and security procedures before meeting your professional safari guide. After a warm welcome, you will be transferred to your hotel in Arusha. At the lodge, your guide will assist with check-in while hotel staff handle your luggage. Take time to relax and recover from your journey in a peaceful environment.
🏕️Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa (Mid-range Hotel)Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & Dinner not included)Drinks: Not included
🍽️Breakfast (Lunch & Dinner not included)Drinks: Not included
2
Arusha → Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National ParkAccommodation: Suricata Boma Lodge (Mid-range Lodge)Meals: BreakfastLunch & DinnerDrinks: All
  • After breakfast and a short safari briefing, depart for Tarangire National Park, known for its vast elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and authentic safari atmosphere. Enjoy a full-day game drive through this less crowded park, where wildlife gathers along the Tarangire River. Expect to see elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and diverse birdlife. At lunchtime, your guide will prepare a freshly cooked hot meal in the bush, followed by drinks such as wine, tea, or coffee. Continue your game drive in the afternoon before heading to your lodge in Karatu. drinks (except spirits/liquor)
🏕️Not specified in source export
🍽️Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerDrinks: All drinks (except spirits/liquor)
3
Karatu → Central Serengeti National Park
Central Serengeti National ParkAccommodation: Matawi Serengeti Camp (Mid-range Tented Camp)Meals: BreakfastLunch & DinnerDrinks: All
  • After breakfast, journey toward the world-famous Serengeti National Park via the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands. Arrive in the Central Serengeti (Seronera), renowned for its high concentration of wildlife, including the Big Five. This region hosts one of the largest lion populations in Africa and offers excellent chances to spot leopards. Enjoy a game drive en route to your camp, followed by dinner and overnight stay. drinks (except spirits/liquor)
🏕️Not specified in source export
🍽️Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerDrinks: All drinks (except spirits/liquor)
4
Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National ParkAccommodation: Matawi Serengeti CampMeals: BreakfastLunch & DinnerDrinks: All
  • Spend a full day exploring the vast plains of the Serengeti. After breakfast, set out for a morning game drive, tracking predators and grazing herds. Enjoy a hot lunch in the bush prepared by your guide. In the afternoon, continue your wildlife adventure, with opportunities to witness the Great Migration depending on the season. As the sun sets, enjoy a relaxing sundowner before returning to camp. drinks (except spirits/liquor)
🏕️Not specified in source export
🍽️Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerDrinks: All drinks (except spirits/liquor)
5
Serengeti → Ngorongoro Highlands (Karatu)
Serengeti National Park → KaratuAccommodation: Farm of Dreams Lodge (Mid-range Lodge)Meals: BreakfastLunch & DinnerDrinks: All
  • After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in the Serengeti. Continue your search for big cats and other wildlife before departing toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. After a picnic lunch in the wild, drive to Karatu for dinner and overnight at your lodge. drinks (except spirits/liquor)
🏕️Karatu for dinner and overnight at your lodge
🍽️Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerDrinks: All drinks (except spirits/liquor)
6
Ngorongoro Crater Safari
Ngorongoro CraterAccommodation: Suricata Boma Lodge (Mid-range Lodge)Meals: BreakfastLunch & DinnerDrinks: All
  • After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy a full-day game drive on the crater floor, home to an incredible density of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffalo, zebras, hippos, and the rare black rhino. After your safari, ascend the crater and return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation. drinks (except spirits/liquor)
🏕️Not specified in source export
🍽️Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerDrinks: All drinks (except spirits/liquor)
7
Lake Manyara National Park → Arusha
Lake Manyara National ParkAccommodation: None (End of Tour)Meals: Breakfast & LunchDrinks: All
  • On your final day, drive to Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions, large elephant herds, and rich birdlife. Explore the park with a game drive, spotting flamingos, monkeys, and over 400 bird species. Enjoy a hot lunch in the park before continuing your afternoon game drive. Later, return to Arusha and transfer to the airport for your departure flight. drinks (except spirits/liquor)
🏕️No overnight stay — return/transfer day
🍽️Breakfast & LunchDrinks: All drinks (except spirits/liquor)

💰 Safari Pricing

Start dates Solo 2 people 3 people 4 people 5 people 6 people 7+ people
Mid-Range Lodging: n/a* $2380 $2100 $1900 $1900 $1760 $1760
Luxury Lodging: n/a* $3200 $3000 $2880 $2880 $2800 $2800

All prices per person. Group discounts available. Contact us for custom pricing.

✅ What's Included

  • All Park entrances & taxes
  • Accommodation during safari
  • All Meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner),
  • soft drinks & water (bottled water 3litres or more a day)
  • Transportation in a custom safari 4×4 with a viewing roof and guaranteed window seating
  • Safari vehicles have an inverter for charging batteries, communications radio, electric cooler, and filtered water

❌ Not Included

  • Tips for guides
  • International and domestic flights
  • Tanzania Visa fee
  • Balloons In Serengeti ($600 per person )

🌟 Experience Type

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Which places are included in 7-Day Private Lodge Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti, Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater?
The planned route includes Tarangire, Serengeti, Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater. The day-by-day itinerary is the detailed reference for the order of travel, drives and activities.
How long does 7-Day Private Lodge Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti, Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater take?
The itinerary is planned for 7 days and 6 nights. Arrival, departure and transfer timing should be checked against your flight schedule before confirmation.
When is the best time for 7-Day Private Lodge Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti, Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater?
June to October is the main dry-season window; January to February is another practical period for northern Tanzania.
Where do guests stay on 7-Day Private Lodge Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti, Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater?
The source itinerary names Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa (Mid-range Hotel)Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & Dinner not included)Drinks: Not included, Karatu for dinner and overnight at your lodge. Where a property is not named, the exact lodge or camp should be confirmed with the safari team before booking.
What meals are included on 7-Day Private Lodge Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti, Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater?
The source itinerary lists these meal arrangements where specified: Breakfast (Lunch & Dinner not included)Drinks: Not included; Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerDrinks: All drinks (except spirits/liquor); Breakfast & LunchDrinks: All drinks (except spirits/liquor). Check each day and the final proposal for the confirmed inclusions.
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