7-Day Luxury Safari – Ngorongoro, Serengeti & Beyond
Overview
Indulge in a once-in-a-lifetime journey through the wild beauty of northern Tanzania while enjoying the comfort of handpicked luxury lodges and tented camps. This 7-day high-end safari covers the iconic Ngorongoro Crater, the legendary Serengeti, the beautiful Lake Manyara, and the wildlife-rich Tarangire National Park. Expect seamless service, exclusive experiences, and up-close encounters with Africa’s most magnificent creatures.
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Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival – Arusha
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where your private driver-guide will meet and transfer you to a luxury lodge or boutique hotel in Arusha. Enjoy a welcome dinner and relax in style before your adventure begins.
Overnight at Gran Meliá Arusha or similar
Meals: Dinner
Day 2
Arusha – Tarangire National Park
Drive in comfort to Tarangire National Park, famed for its elephant herds, baobab trees, and seasonal swamps. Enjoy a luxurious game drive and lunch in the bush before retreating to your opulent safari lodge.
Overnight at Tarangire Treetops by Elewana or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3
Tarangire – Lake Manyara – Karatu Highlands
After breakfast, head to Lake Manyara National Park, a lush park nestled between the Great Rift Valley wall and the lake, known for tree-climbing lions and flamingos. Enjoy a private picnic lunch before heading to the Ngorongoro Highlands.
Overnight at The Manor at Ngorongoro or Gibbs Farm
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4
Ngorongoro Crater Exploration
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s premier wildlife destinations. With a year-round supply of water and food, the crater supports a vast variety of animals, including black rhinos, lions, and hippos. Return to the lodge for a sunset cocktail and gourmet dinner.
Overnight at The Manor at Ngorongoro or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5
Karatu – Serengeti National Park (Luxury Fly-In Option Available)
After breakfast, drive (or fly) to Serengeti National Park, the land of endless plains. Enjoy a thrilling game drive and arrive at your luxurious tented camp set in a prime wildlife area.
Overnight at Four Seasons Serengeti, Lemala Kuria Hills, or Singita Mara River Camp (depending on location and season)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6
Full Day in the Serengeti
Wake up to the sounds of nature and spend the full day on safari. Witness lions, cheetahs, elephants, and—if in season—the Great Wildebeest Migration. A hot-air balloon safari with champagne breakfast can be arranged (optional).
Overnight at same luxury camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7
Serengeti Arusha Departure
After a final morning game drive, fly back to Arusha. Enjoy a day-use room or lunch at a lodge before your international flight home. Optional add-ons: Zanzibar beach extension, or private helicopter transfer.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking guide
- All park entry fees and conservation fees
- 6 nights’ full-board accommodation
- Bottled drinking water throughout safari
- Transfers to/from airport
- International flights (to/from Tanzania)
- Visa fees ($50–$100 depending on nationality)
- Travel insurance & medical evacuation cover
- Optional activities (e.g., hot air balloon safari in Serengeti)
- Tips and gratuities for driver-guide & lodge staff
- Personal items
- Pre/post accommodation in Arusha (can be added on request)
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