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7 Days / 6 Nights
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7-Day Luxury Tanzania Grand Safari | Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Lake Manyara
Experience the ultimate 7-day luxury Tanzania grand safari covering all four iconic northern circuit parks. Tarangire elephants, Serengeti Big Five, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara tree-climbing lions. Premium lodges, private guides, and exclusive safari experiences.
7 Days
Max 6 People
5.00 Rating
Arusha, Tanzania
Starting from
$4,200
per person
Standard: $4,200
Luxury: $6,800
Overview
7-Day Luxury Tanzania Grand Safari
Embark on the ultimate Tanzania safari experience with our 7-day luxury grand safari covering all four iconic northern circuit parks. From the elephant paradise of Tarangire to the endless Serengeti plains, from the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater to the tree-climbing lions of Lake Manyara - this safari delivers the complete Tanzania wildlife experience in luxury and comfort.
Why Choose the Grand Safari?
- ✓All Four Parks: Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara in one trip
- ✓Complete Experience: See the full diversity of Tanzania's northern circuit
- ✓Big Five Guarantee: Best chances to see lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino
- ✓Tarangire Elephants: Largest elephant herds in northern Tanzania
- ✓Serengeti Migration: Witness 1.5 million wildebeest on the move (seasonal)
- ✓Ngorongoro Crater: UNESCO World Heritage Site with densest wildlife in Africa
- ✓Lake Manyara: Famous tree-climbing lions and flamingo-filled lake
- ✓Luxury Lodges: Premium accommodations in prime wildlife locations
- ✓Private Safari: Dedicated vehicle and expert guide for your party
The Complete Northern Circuit
Tanzania's Northern Circuit is the most famous safari route in Africa, and this 7-day grand safari covers it all. Each park offers a unique landscape and wildlife experience:
- ✓Tarangire: Ancient baobab forests and massive elephant herds
- ✓Serengeti: Endless plains, Great Migration, and the Big Five
- ✓Ngorongoro: Volcanic crater with 25,000+ animals including black rhino
- ✓Lake Manyara: Tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and lush groundwater forest
This safari is designed for travelers who want to see everything Tanzania has to offer without rushing. Seven days allows you to fully explore each park and maximize your wildlife viewing opportunities.
7 Days
Duration
Max 6
Group Size
Arusha, Tanzania
Start Point
easy
Difficulty
Day by Day
7 days of unforgettable adventure
D1
Day 1 of 7
Arusha to Tarangire - Elephant Kingdom
Your grand safari begins with a morning pickup from your Arusha hotel. Drive south to Tarangire National Park, approximately 2 hours through the beautiful Tanzanian countryside.
Tarangire is famous for its massive elephant herds - some of the largest in Africa. The park is home to over 3,000 elephants, and during the dry season, huge herds gather along the Tarangire River. Watch families of elephants bathing, playing, and interacting in their natural habitat.
The landscape is stunning - ancient baobab trees dot the savanna, some over 1,000 years old. These magnificent trees provide shelter for leopards and nesting sites for birds. The park is also home to lions, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and over 500 bird species.
Afternoon game drive along the Tarangire River. Arrive at your luxury lodge as the sun sets. Enjoy sundowner cocktails with views of the river, followed by a gourmet dinner.
Wildlife to spot: Massive elephant herds, lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, baobab trees
Highlights: Elephant herds, baobab trees, Tarangire River, luxury lodge
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Luxury Lodge in Tarangire
D2
Day 2 of 7
Tarangire to Serengeti - Entering the Endless Plains
Morning game drive in Tarangire as you exit the park. Search for any wildlife you may have missed yesterday.
Drive north through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area towards the Serengeti. Stop at the Ngorongoro Crater rim for spectacular views into the world's largest intact volcanic caldera. Continue through the Serengeti gate and begin your game drive on the vast Serengeti plains.
The Serengeti is home to the Great Migration - over 1.5 million wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles moving in an ancient pattern. Depending on the season, you may witness thousands of animals spread across the plains.
Arrive at your luxury tented camp in the central Serengeti. These camps offer the perfect blend of wilderness immersion and luxury comfort. Dinner under the stars with the sounds of the African bush as your soundtrack.
Wildlife to spot: Great Migration herds, lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes
Highlights: Ngorongoro crater views, Serengeti entry, Great Migration, luxury camp
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Luxury Tented Camp in Central Serengeti
D3
Day 3 of 7
Full Day Serengeti - Big Five & Predator Safari
Full day exploring the Serengeti ecosystem. Early morning game drive when predators are most active. The Serengeti is famous for its lion prides - watch for these magnificent cats hunting on the plains.
Visit the Seronera River valley, the best area in Africa for leopard sightings. The river is home to large hippo pods and massive crocodiles. Look for leopards resting in sausage trees along the riverbank.
Afternoon game drive focusing on the Big Five. The Serengeti has large elephant herds, and the endangered black rhino can occasionally be spotted. Buffalo herds graze on the plains alongside zebras and wildebeest.
Your expert guide will share their knowledge of animal behavior, ecology, and conservation. Learn about the delicate balance of the Serengeti ecosystem.
Return to camp for a special bush dinner experience - dine under the stars in the heart of the Serengeti wilderness.
Wildlife to spot: Lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, rhinos, hippos, crocodiles
Highlights: Big Five game drive, Seronera River, bush dinner, predator sightings
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Luxury Tented Camp in Central Serengeti
D4
Day 4 of 7
Serengeti to Ngorongoro - The Eighth Wonder
Morning game drive in the Serengeti as you depart. One last chance to spot any wildlife you may have missed. Game drive en route to the park exit.
Drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and ascend to the crater rim. Stop at the viewpoint for breathtaking panoramic views of the world's largest intact volcanic caldera.
Descend 600 meters into the crater floor for a full day game drive. The Ngorongoro Crater is home to approximately 25,000 large animals, including the rare black rhino. The crater floor is a wildlife spectacle like no other.
Search for the Big Five on the crater floor. The crater has one of the highest densities of lions in Africa. Watch for flamingos at the alkaline Magadi Lake. Visit the famous Hippo Pool.
Ascend the crater wall as the sun sets and head to your luxury lodge on the crater rim. Enjoy dinner with stunning views of the crater below.
Wildlife to spot: Black rhino, lion prides, flamingos, elephants, buffalo, hippos
Highlights: Ngorongoro Crater descent, black rhino, crater rim lodge, sunset views
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Luxury Lodge on Ngorongoro Crater Rim
D5
Day 5 of 7
Ngorongoro to Lake Manyara - Tree-Climbing Lions
Morning drive from the Ngorongoro Crater to Lake Manyara National Park, approximately 2 hours drive through the Great Rift Valley.
Lake Manyara is a compact park with incredible diversity. The park is famous for its tree-climbing lions - one of only two places in Africa where lions regularly climb trees. Look for these magnificent cats resting in the branches of acacia trees.
The park is also home to large elephant herds, hippos, and the alkaline Lake Manyara which attracts thousands of flamingos. The lush groundwater forest is home to baboons, blue monkeys, and incredible birdlife.
Afternoon game drive through the park. The Great Rift Valley escarpment provides a stunning backdrop to your safari.
Arrive at your luxury lodge on the escarpment with panoramic views of the lake and valley below.
Wildlife to spot: Tree-climbing lions, elephants, flamingos, hippos, baboons
Highlights: Tree-climbing lions, Lake Manyara flamingos, Great Rift Valley views
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Luxury Lodge near Lake Manyara
D6
Day 6 of 7
Lake Manyara Full Day - Flamingos & Wildlife
Full day exploring Lake Manyara National Park. Early morning game drive when the park is most alive with activity. The morning light is perfect for photography.
The park offers incredible birdwatching - over 400 species have been recorded here. Watch for pelicans, storks, kingfishers, and of course the famous pink flamingos that line the lake shores.
Explore different habitats within the park:
- Groundwater forest with towering fig and mahogany trees
- Open grasslands where buffalo and zebra graze
- Lake shores with hippos and waterbirds
- Escarpment forests with baboons and monkeys
Afternoon: Visit a local Maasai village near the park (optional). Learn about their traditional lifestyle and how they coexist with the wildlife.
Evening: Return to your lodge for a farewell dinner with stunning views of the Great Rift Valley.
Wildlife to spot: Flamingos, pelicans, elephants, hippos, diverse birdlife
Highlights: Flamingo flocks, birdwatching, Maasai village, Great Rift Valley sunset
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Luxury Lodge near Lake Manyara
D7
Day 7 of 7
Lake Manyara to Arusha - Farewell Safari
Optional early morning game drive in Lake Manyara for sunrise photography. The early morning light on the lake is spectacular.
Return to your lodge for a leisurely breakfast with views of the Great Rift Valley. Pack up and begin your drive back to Arusha.
Stop at viewpoints along the Great Rift Valley escarpment for final photos. The views of the valley below are breathtaking.
Arrive in Arusha in the late afternoon. Farewell lunch at a local restaurant. Transfer to your hotel or the airport.
You leave Tanzania with incredible memories of the complete northern circuit - from Tarangire's elephants to Serengeti's Big Five, from Ngorongoro's crater to Lake Manyara's tree-climbing lions.
Highlights: Optional sunrise drive, Great Rift Valley views, farewell lunch, departure
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
N/A - Departure
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