7-DAY TANZANIA WILDLIFE SAFARI

Begin your day early with a hearty breakfast at your Arusha hotel before embarking on a scenic 2.5-hour drive southwest to Tarangire National Park — one of Tanzania’s hidden gems. Known for its sprawling landscapes dotted with majestic baobab trees, Tarangire is famed for hosting one of the largest elephant populations in Tanzania, often seen moving in impressive herds along the Tarangire River.

Upon arrival, your experienced driver-guide will take you on an immersive full-day game drive. Traverse a variety of ecosystems including riverine forests, swamps, and open plains, offering diverse wildlife viewing opportunities. Expect to spot lions lounging in the shade, elusive leopards resting in trees, graceful giraffes browsing the treetops, and vibrant birdlife such as the African fish eagle and lilac-breasted roller. The Tarangire River is a magnet for animals seeking water, so you’ll witness dramatic scenes of wildlife congregating and interacting.

Midday, enjoy a specially prepared picnic lunch in a scenic, shaded spot within the park, where you can relax and soak in the sights and sounds of the African wilderness.

In the late afternoon, depart Tarangire and drive approximately one hour to Kilima Moja Lake Manyara Lodge, nestled on the edge of the Great Rift Valley. The lodge’s charming accommodations offer panoramic views of Lake Manyara and surrounding landscapes, combining comfort with an authentic safari atmosphere. Unwind on your private veranda, savor a delicious dinner prepared from fresh local ingredients, and reflect on the day’s incredible wildlife encounters.

• Accommodation: Kilima Moja Lake Manyara Lodge — elegantly designed cottages with private verandas overlooking the Rift Valley

• Meals Included: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch in Tarangire, Dinner at the Lodge

• Included: Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof, expert English-speaking driver-guide, Tarangire National Park entrance fees, all transfers, picnic lunch setup, bottled water on game drives

After an early breakfast at Kilima Moja Lake Manyara Lodge, depart for the iconic Serengeti National Park, one of Tanzania’s most celebrated wildlife destinations. The journey spans approximately 4 to 5 hours, crossing the magnificent Great Rift Valley with breathtaking views. Along the way, you will stop at the famous Olduvai Gorge—a key archaeological site known as the “Cradle of Mankind”—where your guide will provide insightful commentary on the ancient human fossils discovered here.

Upon arrival in Serengeti, embark on your first thrilling afternoon game drive. Explore the park’s diverse habitats including vast open plains, kopjes (rock formations), and riverine areas, all teeming with wildlife. Your expert driver-guide will help you spot the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhinoceros—as well as cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and a wide variety of bird species.

As the sun sets over the endless savannah, transfer to your elegant accommodation at Melia Serengeti Lodge. The lodge offers modern amenities combined with authentic African design elements, featuring spacious rooms and stunning views over the Serengeti plains. Relax on your private balcony or enjoy the lodge’s pool and dining facilities, unwinding after a day of adventure.

Savor a delicious dinner crafted with locally inspired flavors, and prepare for another exciting day of safari.

• Accommodation: Melia Serengeti Safari Lodge

• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch (en route), Dinner

• Included Services: Private 4x4 safari vehicle with professional English-speaking driver-guide, Serengeti National Park entrance fees, guided game drive, all transfers, Olduvai Gorge visit

After an early breakfast at Melia Serengeti Lodge, set out for a full day of immersive game viewing in the legendary Serengeti National Park. Cover expansive areas of this vast ecosystem, ranging from the rolling plains to shaded riverine forests and distinctive kopjes—rocky outcrops that provide excellent vantage points to spot wildlife.

Your expert driver-guide will tailor the day’s itinerary based on recent wildlife sightings and your interests. With its extraordinary biodiversity, the Serengeti offers unparalleled opportunities to observe the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhinoceros—as well as cheetahs, hyenas, hippos, giraffes, zebras, and countless other species.

If your safari coincides with the migration season (typically June to October), witness the dramatic spectacle of thousands of wildebeest and zebras as they move across the plains, often braving crocodile-infested rivers in search of greener pastures.

Midday, enjoy a delicious picnic lunch in the park, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the wilderness.

In the late afternoon, continue your game drive, soaking in the golden light and perhaps spotting predators on the hunt.

Return to Melia Serengeti Lodge in time for sundowners and a sumptuous dinner.

• Accommodation: Melia Serengeti Lodge

• Meals Included: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner

• Included Services: Private 4x4 safari vehicle with expert driver-guide, Serengeti National Park entrance fees, all-day game drive, picnic lunch

Begin your day with an early breakfast at Melia Serengeti Lodge, then embark on a full day of game viewing in the expansive Serengeti National Park. Today’s itinerary will be tailored by your expert guide to explore different areas of the park, depending on recent wildlife activity and your interests.

Experience the spectacular diversity of the Serengeti’s ecosystems—from open grasslands to kopjes and riverine forests—home to a wide array of wildlife including lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, cheetahs, hyenas, and abundant herbivores like zebras and wildebeest.

If visiting during migration season (typically June to October), you may witness the awe-inspiring movements of millions of wildebeest and zebras crossing the plains and rivers, a true natural wonder.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in a scenic spot within the park, surrounded by the sounds of nature.

In the late afternoon, continue your game drive to catch the magnificent African sunset lighting up the Serengeti landscape.

Return to Melia Serengeti Lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

• Accommodation: Melia Serengeti Lodge

• Meals Included: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner

• Included Services: Private 4x4 safari vehicle, professional driver-guide, Serengeti National Park fees, full-day game drive, picnic lunch

After breakfast at Melia Serengeti Lodge, enjoy a final morning game drive in Serengeti National Park. This early drive offers the chance to spot wildlife in the cooler hours when animals are most active, including elusive predators and vibrant birdlife.

Following your game drive, depart Serengeti and journey to the spectacular Ngorongoro Conservation Area, traveling through scenic landscapes and Maasai pastoral lands. The drive typically takes about 4 to 5 hours.

Upon arrival, check in to the luxurious Melia Ngorongoro Lodge, ideally situated on the crater rim with breathtaking panoramic views of the Ngorongoro highlands and crater floor below. The lodge’s elegant design complements the natural surroundings, offering spacious rooms, exceptional dining, and world-class amenities to ensure a comfortable stay.

Spend your afternoon at leisure, relaxing at the lodge or exploring the nearby Maasai cultural villages (optional), preparing for your descent into the crater on the following day.

• Accommodation: Melia Ngorongoro Lodge

• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• Included Services: Private 4x4 vehicle, expert driver-guide, park fees, transfers, morning game drive in Serengeti

Start your day early with a hearty breakfast at Melia Ngorongoro Lodge before descending into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. As the largest intact volcanic caldera on Earth, the crater hosts an incredible diversity of wildlife including lions, elephants, black rhinos, buffaloes, hippos, zebras, and flamingos.

Your expert guide will navigate the crater floor, helping you spot animals in their natural habitat while sharing insights into the unique geology and ecology of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

After your morning in the crater, ascend back to the crater rim and enjoy lunch at the lodge.

Following lunch, you will be transferred back to Arusha or directly to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward journey.

• Accommodation: Not included (departure day)

• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

• Included Services: Private 4x4 safari vehicle, professional driver-guide, Ngorongoro Crater entrance fees, transfers to Arusha or airport