This 7-day Tanzania safari with Serengeti Vista Exploration is a well-rounded adventure through the country’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Starting in Arusha and taking you through Tarangire, the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara, the journey offers an incredible variety of landscapes and wildlife experiences. From spotting herds of elephants beneath towering baobab trees to watching lions roam the endless Serengeti plains and witnessing rare black rhinos in the Ngorongoro Crater, each day brings unforgettable moments. With carefully chosen lodges and expert local guides, this safari offers a seamless, comfortable, and exciting way to experience the best of Tanzania in just one week.
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, a warm welcome awaits you from your Serengeti Vista Exploration guide, who will transfer you to your hotel in Arusha. The drive to Arusha takes approximately 1 hour and covers around 55 kilometers through the scenic foothills of Mount Meru. Once in the city, you’ll have time to rest from your journey, enjoy the lodge’s tranquil setting, or stroll through Arusha’s vibrant streets. This evening, enjoy dinner and a short safari briefing in preparation for the incredible days ahead.
Arusha Planet Lodge is a peaceful, garden-set retreat near Mount Meru, offering chalet-style rooms with modern comforts. It’s the perfect place to relax before or after your safari, with warm hospitality and serene surroundings.
Four Points by Sheraton Arusha is a stylish hotel based in central Arusha, offering easy access to the city’s shops, restaurants, and cultural sites. It’s also a convenient starting point for safaris to iconic destinations like Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater.
is a luxurious five-star hotel set between the city and Mount Meru, offering stunning views and world-class amenities. With elegant rooms, a spa, fine dining, and lush gardens, it’s the perfect base for a stylish stay in Tanzania.
After breakfast, your adventure begins with a 2-hour, 120-kilometer drive to the spectacular Tarangire National Park. Famous for its massive elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse birdlife, Tarangire offers a rich introduction to Tanzania’s wilderness. The Tarangire River runs through the park, drawing large concentrations of wildlife, especially during the dry season. As you explore on a full-day game drive, expect to encounter giraffes, wildebeest, zebras, lions, and perhaps even elusive leopards. After a bush picnic lunch, continue your safari before heading to your nearby lodge or camp for a relaxing evening under the African sky.
Marera Valley Lodge offers a restaurant, bar, and outdoor pool, ensuring a relaxing stay. It’s also conveniently located near Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater for easy exploration.
Tarangire Safari Lodge is located inside Tarangire National Park, offering stunning views of the Tarangire River and surrounding wildlife-rich landscapes. It provides the perfect base for an authentic safari experience
Elephant Spring Tarangire is in Tarangire National Park. The camp is near the Tarangire River, a great spot for wildlife. Elephants and other animals gather here, especially in the dry season.
Today’s journey takes you deep into the wild heart of Tanzania with a scenic drive of about 6 hours, covering 280 kilometers from Tarangire to the world-renowned Serengeti National Park. Along the way, you’ll pass through the lush highlands of Karatu and the stunning Ngorongoro Conservation Area, catching glimpses of Maasai villages and beautiful landscapes. As you enter the Serengeti, the vast plains unfold before you—home to lions, cheetahs, elephants, and the legendary Great Migration. After a picnic lunch, enjoy an afternoon game drive in the central Seronera region, before heading to your tented camp to spend the night immersed in nature.
Embalakai Serengeti Camp is a comfortable eco-friendly tented camp in Central Serengeti, close to top wildlife spots. It offers en-suite tents, local meals, and an authentic safari experience.
Serengeti Sametu Camp is an intimate safari camp on the edge of the Serengeti, offering luxury tents, stunning views, and close wildlife encounters.
Nyota Luxury offers an intimate safari experience in Central Serengeti, near the Orangi River. The camp features 16 spacious tents with hardwood floors, private verandas, and indoor and outdoor showers.
Wake up to the call of the wild and prepare for a full day exploring the endless plains of the Serengeti. From sunrise to sunset, your guide will lead you on game drives across different terrains in search of wildlife including the Big Five, graceful antelopes, and vibrant birdlife. Depending on the season, you may witness thousands of wildebeest and zebras thundering across the plains as part of the Great Migration. The Seronera River and nearby kopjes often attract predators, making this an ideal area for thrilling wildlife encounters. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush and return to camp in the evening for storytelling around the fire and dinner beneath the stars.
Embalakai Serengeti Camp is a comfortable eco-friendly tented camp in Central Serengeti, close to top wildlife spots. It offers en-suite tents, local meals, and an authentic safari experience.
Serengeti Sametu Camp is an intimate safari camp on the edge of the Serengeti, offering luxury tents, stunning views, and close wildlife encounters.
Nyota Luxury offers an intimate safari experience in Central Serengeti, near the Orangi River. The camp features 16 spacious tents with hardwood floors, private verandas, and indoor and outdoor showers.
With another full day in the Serengeti, you’ll have time to explore deeper into the park or revisit productive areas based on recent sightings. Game drives in the early morning offer the best chance to see predators on the move, while the mid-day hours bring herds to the water sources. Every hour brings something new—perhaps a cheetah sprinting through the grass, elephants bathing in a mud wallow, or a pride of lions sleeping in the shade. Optional activities like a sunrise hot air balloon safari are available for those wanting a unique aerial view of the savannah. After a rewarding day, return to your lodge for a restful night.
Embalakai Serengeti Camp is a comfortable eco-friendly tented camp in Central Serengeti, close to top wildlife spots. It offers en-suite tents, local meals, and an authentic safari experience.
Serengeti Sametu Camp is an intimate safari camp on the edge of the Serengeti, offering luxury tents, stunning views, and close wildlife encounters.
Nyota Luxury offers an intimate safari experience in Central Serengeti, near the Orangi River. The camp features 16 spacious tents with hardwood floors, private verandas, and indoor and outdoor showers.
After an early breakfast, you’ll begin your drive to the Ngorongoro Crater, traveling approximately 170 kilometers over about 4 hours, not including game drive time. Descend into the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera for a thrilling wildlife experience in a truly unique setting. Within the crater’s 600-meter-high walls lies a natural sanctuary teeming with over 30,000 animals, including rare black rhinos, elephants, buffalo, lions, flamingos, and hippos. A 5-hour game drive allows for exceptional viewing and photography. After a scenic picnic lunch at the hippo pool, ascend the crater and continue to Karatu, a lovely town in the green highlands, where you’ll enjoy dinner and a peaceful night’s sleep.
is a charming lodge set on a working coffee plantation near the Ngorongoro Crater. It offers comfortable cottages and a peaceful atmosphere, perfect for relaxing before or after a safari.
Ngorongoro Lion’s Paw is a luxury lodge perched on the eastern rim of the Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania. Nestled beneath a grove of acacia trees, it offers breathtaking views of the crater floor and easy access to early morning game drives.
is a luxurious retreat on the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, offering stunning views and elegant, Maasai-inspired accommodations. Guests enjoy world-class dining, a relaxing spa, and easy access to thrilling safari adventures.
On your final day, enjoy a relaxed breakfast before heading to nearby Lake Manyara National Park, just a short drive from Karatu. The park’s diverse habitats—ranging from groundwater forests to acacia woodlands and the alkaline lake—support rich biodiversity including tree-climbing lions, flamingos, hippos, baboons, and more than 400 bird species. Spend the morning on a game drive through this small yet vibrant park. After a farewell lunch, begin your return journey to Arusha, covering approximately 120 kilometers in about 2.5 hours. Depending on your departure time, you’ll be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport or your preferred location in Arusha, marking the end of your unforgettable Tanzanian safari.
| Tour Type | 2 Pax | 4 Pax | 6+ Pax |
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| Classic | $000 | $000 | $000 |
| Luxury | $000 | $000 | $000 |
| Premium | $000 | $000 | $000 |
| Tour Type | 2 Pax | 4 Pax | 6+ Pax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Classic | $000 | $000 | $000 |
| Luxury | $000 | $000 | $000 |
| Premium | $000 | $000 | $000 |
| Tour Type | 2 Pax | 4 Pax | 6+ Pax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Classic | $000 | $000 | $000 |
| Luxury | $000 | $000 | $000 |
| Premium | $000 | $000 | $000 |
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