7-Day The Best of Mid-Range with 3 Nights in Serengeti
Overview
Tour Overview
Tanzania Safari: Wildlife and landscapes with this well-balanced 7-day safari, featuring 3 nights in the Serengeti. Explore Lake Manyara National Park, known for its
Day by Day
Itinerary
Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park
Day 1Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park Depart from Arusha in the morning and drive to Lake Manyara National Park Game drive exploring the diverse ecosystems—lush groundwater forests, open savannah, and the famous tree-climbing lions Spot large elephant herds, flocks of flamingos, and hippos at the lake Overnight at Ikumbi Manyara Lodge, a comfortable lodge with stunning views. Main Destination: Lake Manyara National Park Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals) High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded) Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall) Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP ElephantCommon GiraffeCommon BuffaloCommon ZebraCommon WildebeestCommon HippoCommon Show more LionOccasional HyenaOccasional LeopardRare Wild DogVery Rare White RhinoNone Black RhinoNone CheetahNone Accommodation: Ikumbi Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Lake Manyara NP +21 Photos +20 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Karatu to Serengeti National Park
Day 2Karatu to Serengeti National Park Karatu to Serengeti National Park Early breakfast, then drive towards the Serengeti National Park, passing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area Afternoon game drive in Central Serengeti, home to the Big Five and a high concentration of predators Enjoy the endless savannah plains and witness the rich wildlife Overnight at Tukaone Serengeti Tented Camp, a mid-range tented camp offering an authentic bush experience. Main Destination: Serengeti National Park Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times) High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded) Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall) Wildlife in Serengeti NP ElephantCommon LionCommon CheetahCommon BuffaloAbundant ZebraAbundant WildebeestAbundant Show more GiraffeCommon HippoCommon HyenaCommon LeopardOccasional Black RhinoVery Rare Wild DogVery Rare White RhinoNone Accommodation: Tukaone Weavers Camp Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP +21 Photos +20 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti
Day 3Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti Explore the vast Serengeti ecosystem, following the Great Migration (depending on the season) Experience predator action as lions, cheetahs, and leopards hunt on the plains Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wild and continue your game drive Overnight at Tukaone Serengeti Tented Camp. Main Destination: Serengeti National Park Accommodation: Tukaone Weavers Camp Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Another Full-Day in Serengeti
Day 4Another Full-Day in Serengeti Another Full-Day in Serengeti Venture deeper into Serengeti to track more wildlife and explore different areas Optional early morning hot air balloon safari for a breathtaking aerial view of the Serengeti (additional cost) Visit the Seronera River Valley, known for its resident wildlife even outside the migration season Overnight at Tukaone Serengeti Tented Camp. Main Destination: Serengeti National Park Accommodation: Tukaone Hembe Camp Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP +13 Photos +12 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Serengeti to Karatu
Day 5Serengeti to Karatu Serengeti to Karatu : Start the day with a morning game drive in Serengeti, capturing final sightings of big cats, elephants, and other wildlife in the golden light of sunrise. After breakfast, begin your journey to Karatu via Ngorongoro, enjoying scenic views of the endless plains and the Ngorongoro highlands. Along the way, there is an optional visit to a Maasai village, where you can immerse yourself in their rich traditions, witness cultural dances, and learn about their nomadic way of life. Arrive in Karatu for a relaxing evening at Eileen’s Tree Inn, a cozy mid-range lodge nestled in lush gardens, offering a peaceful atmosphere to unwind. Main Destination: Serengeti National Park Accommodation: Eileen's Trees Inn Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town) +5 Photos +4 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Ngorongoro Crater Safari
Day 6Ngorongoro Crater Safari Ngorongoro Crater Safari Early descent into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the densest concentration of wildlife in Africa Spot the endangered black rhino, herds of wildebeests, zebras, buffalos, and more Picnic lunch at Hippo Pool, then continue exploring the crater floor Return to Eileen’s Tree Inn for a relaxing evening. Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best) High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds) Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none) Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater Black RhinoCommon LionCommon BuffaloAbundant ZebraAbundant WildebeestAbundant HyenaAbundant Show more ElephantCommon HippoCommon LeopardOccasional GiraffeNone White RhinoNone CheetahNone Wild DogNone Accommodation: Eileen's Trees Inn Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Tarangire National Park & Return to Arusha
Day 7Tarangire National Park & Return to Arusha Tarangire National Park & Return to Arusha Drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its ancient baobab trees and large elephant herds Enjoy a final safari spotting wildlife, including lions, giraffes, and cheetahs Afternoon drive back to Arusha, marking the end of an unforgettable safari. Main Destination: Tarangire National Park Best Time To Visit July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River) High Season June to October (The park is full of visitors) Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall) Wildlife in Tarangire NP ElephantAbundant GiraffeCommon LionCommon BuffaloAbundant ZebraAbundant WildebeestAbundant Show more HippoCommon HyenaOccasional LeopardRare CheetahRare Wild DogVery Rare White RhinoNone Black RhinoNone Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks End of tour (See Getting There for more details)End of tour (See Getting There for more details) Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport. Interested in This Tour? Request a Quote We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators (Learn why) Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly Next: Overview Next: Day by Day Next: Rates Next: Inclusions Next: Getting There Next: Offered By Best price guarantee Your request will be sent directly to the operator If preferred, you can
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Included & Excluded
Included
- A transfer from and back to the airport is included
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Not Included
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
What travellers say
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Review: I cannot recommend Jackson highly enough. From the moment we arrived until our departure, he gave 110% to make our Tanzania trip absolutely flawless. His knowledge of wildlife and geology is encyclopedic; he didn't just show us...
We had an amazing Safari in Tanzania! The landscapes were stunning, and the wildlife was incredible. The absolute highlight was watching a pride of lions feasting on a fresh kill just metres from our vehicle – such a raw and powerful...
This safari exceeded all expectations. We traveled during a very special season — the start of the Great Migration from Tanzania to Kenya and it was absolutely extraordinary. We saw millions of wildebeests and zebras, as well as an...
The travel agency and the guide were absolutely, positively, incredibly amazing! The guide's eyes were seriously superhuman. On the last day, when we were looking for rhinos in the crater, they were extremely far away. We eventually...
Our 7-day safari with John as our guide was absolutely phenomenal and exceeded all expectations. His expertise in tracking wildlife was incredible – thanks to him, we witnessed the breathtaking Great Migration calving, a pride of lions on...
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