Itinerary
Overview
Classic Safari Adventure
The 7-Day Tanzania Discovery Safari mixes Tanzania’s top national parks with plush stays at the famed Sopa Lodges, delivering a killer combo of wild beauty and comfort. You’ll roam Lake Manyara’s diverse terrain—home to those legendary tree-climbing lions—then hit the Serengeti’s sprawling plains, the Ngorongoro Crater’s Big Five bonanza, and Tarangire’s elephant-packed landscapes. After epic game drives through Africa’s most stunning scenery, you’ll kick back at Sopa Lodges to recharge in style.
This 7-Day Tanzania Discovery Safari is your ticket to a classic wildlife adventure, wrapped in luxury. From Lake Manyara’s lush vibes to the Serengeti’s predator playground, Ngorongoro Crater’s teeming crater floor, and Tarangire’s elephant herds, it’s a whirlwind tour of Tanzania’s iconic parks that you won’t forget.
Itinerary
Day to day
Day 1: Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast in Arusha, you’ll head out to Lake Manyara National Park for a game drive. With its wild mix of forests and lakeshores, it’s prime turf for spotting elephants, giraffes, zebras, and those iconic tree-climbing lions. You’ll refuel with a picnic lunch in the park, then roll on to Marera Valley Lodge to crash for the night. What’s on your radar—those lions or the lakeside vibes?
Day 2: Lake Manyara to Serengeti National Park
Depart for the legendary Serengeti National Park, driving through the lush farmland of Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Upon reaching the central Seronera region of the Serengeti, you'll be greeted by the sight of endless plains teeming with wildlife. Enjoy an afternoon game drive before settling in at Embalakai Authentic Tented Camp.
Day 3: Full Day in Serengeti National Park
Spend a full day exploring the Serengeti, famous for the annual Great Migration and its incredible density of predators. Look out for prides of lions, cheetahs, leopards, and hyenas as they hunt the abundant game. Dinner will be served back at the lodge.
Day 4: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater via Olduvai Gorge
After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive in Serengeti before heading to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, visit the Olduvai Gorge, a significant archaeological site where some of the earliest human remains were discovered. Dinner and overnight at Ngorongoro Farm house.
Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater Tour
Early in the morning, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World.” This UNESCO World Heritage site offers some of the best wildlife viewing in Africa, with opportunities to spot rhinos, elephants, lions, and more. After a picnic lunch on the crater floor, ascend and drive to Tarangire National Park for your overnight stay at Tarangire Sopa Lodge.
Day 6: Full Day in Tarangire National Park
Enjoy a full day of game drives in Tarangire National Park, famous for its vast elephant herds and towering baobab trees. The Tarangire River acts as a lifeline for the park’s wildlife, especially during the dry season when large herds of animals gather around the river. Return to the lodge for dinner and a relaxing evening.
Day 7: Tarangire to Arusha
After a relaxed breakfast, you’ll hit Tarangire for one last morning game drive, then roll back to Arusha to grab lunch and browse some shops. From there, it’s off to the airport for your flight home. What’s your move—chasing that last wildlife thrill or hunting for keepsakes?
What's Included?
- Accommodation: 6 nights in luxury tented camps and lodges.
- Meals: Full-board (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) throughout the safari.
- Transport: 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for game viewing, including airport transfers.
- Professional Guide: Services of an experienced, English-speaking safari guide.
- Park Fees: All national park entrance fees, including the Ngorongoro Crater.
- Game Drives: Daily game drives as per the itinerary.
Drinking Water: Bottled water during game drives. - Maasai Village Visit: A cultural visit to a Maasai village (if time permits on Day 7).
- Internal Flights: Domestic flight from Arusha to Serengeti (if applicable).
- Emergency Evacuation: AMREF Flying Doctors emergency evacuation insurance.
What's Excluded?
- International Flights: Flights to and from Kilimanjaro International Airport.
- Visas: Entry visas for Tanzania.
- Travel Insurance: Comprehensive travel and medical insurance.
- Gratuities: Tips for guides, drivers, and lodge staff.
- Personal Expenses: Items of a personal nature such as souvenirs, additional beverages, and laundry services.
- Optional Activities: Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary (e.g., hot air balloon safari).
- Alcoholic Beverages: Alcoholic drinks at lodges and camps unless otherwise stated.
- Covid-19 Related Expenses: Any testing or quarantine costs related to Covid-19 regulations.
