Overview
The complete northern Tanzania experience
This 7-day Tanzania safari is the definitive northern circuit, combining Lake Manyara, the world-famous Serengeti, the Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire National Park. With ample time in each, you’ll enjoy the Big Five, big cats, the wildebeest migration in season, and Tanzania’s most spectacular landscapes.
Day by Day
Your 7-day Tanzania itinerary
Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park
Depart Arusha for Lake Manyara and an afternoon game drive among tree-climbing lions, elephants and flamingos. Dinner and overnight.
Lake Manyara to the Serengeti
Journey to the Serengeti, game viewing en route across the plains. Dinner and overnight in the Serengeti.
Full day in the Serengeti
A full day of game drives in search of lions, cheetahs, leopards and the migration. All meals and overnight.
More Serengeti exploration
More Serengeti game drives, exploring different areas for the best sightings. All meals and overnight.
Serengeti to Ngorongoro
Morning game drive, then transfer to the Ngorongoro highlands, with an optional Olduvai Gorge visit. Dinner and overnight near the crater rim.
Ngorongoro Crater to Tarangire
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive among the Big Five, then transfer towards Tarangire. Dinner and overnight.
Tarangire game drive & return to Arusha
Enjoy a final game drive in Tarangire among elephants and baobabs, then drive back to Arusha, arriving in the evening.
What to expect
What’s included & excluded
Included
- Park & conservation area entry fees
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Safari vehicle with a game-viewing roof hatch
- Full-board accommodation (camping or lodge)
- Game drives as per the itinerary
- Drinking water during game drives
Not included
- International flights & airport transfers
- Tanzania visa and travel insurance
- Personal items, drinks & tips
- Optional activities (balloon safari, cultural visits)
- Anything not listed under “Included”
Why book with us
Why travellers choose Nairobi Tour Promoters
Local experts
A Nairobi-based team running Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda & Rwanda safaris for years.
Honest budget pricing
Affordable camping & lodge options with no hidden costs.
Expert guides
Professional driver-guides who know where the wildlife is.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
What does the 7-day Tanzania safari include?
It covers the four great northern parks - Lake Manyara, the Serengeti, the Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire - with game drives, park fees, full-board accommodation, transport and a professional guide.
Is 7 days the best length for a Tanzania safari?
Seven days is ideal for experiencing the full northern circuit at a comfortable pace, with enough time in the Serengeti for excellent big-cat and migration sightings.
Where does the safari start and end?
It starts and ends in Arusha, with transfers available from Kilimanjaro International Airport.