7-Day Classic Tanzania Safari: Tarangire, Manyara, Serengeti & Ngorongoro
Experience the Ultimate 7-Day Tanzania Wildlife Safari
Discover the beauty and diversity of Tanzania’s northern safari circuit on this unforgettable 7-day safari with On Target Safari. This adventure takes you through four of Tanzania’s most remarkable wildlife destinations: Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, the vast plains of Serengeti National Park, and the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater.
Beginning at Kilimanjaro International Airport, this journey offers incredible wildlife encounters, spectacular landscapes, and authentic safari experiences. You will explore diverse ecosystems ranging from lush forests and soda lakes to endless savannah plains and volcanic craters.
This safari provides outstanding opportunities to witness Africa’s famous Big Five — lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards, and rhinos — along with countless other wildlife species in their natural habitats.
What Makes This Safari Special?
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Four Iconic Safari Destinations – Explore Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro in one comprehensive safari.
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Big Five Wildlife Viewing – Excellent opportunities to see Africa’s most famous animals.
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Diverse Landscapes – Experience forests, lakes, savannahs, and volcanic craters.
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Expert Local Safari Guides – Professional guides with deep knowledge of wildlife and ecosystems.
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Private 4×4 Safari Vehicles – Custom safari Land Cruisers with pop-up roofs for the best wildlife viewing.
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Comfortable Safari Lodges & Camps – Carefully selected accommodations for relaxation after exciting game drives.
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Perfect Classic Tanzania Safari – Ideal for travelers wanting a complete safari experience.
Quick Itinerary Snapshot
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🗓️ Day 1: Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport
Arrival, welcome by your safari guide, and transfer to your hotel in Arusha. -
🗓️ Day 2: Tarangire National Park Safari
Game drive in Tarangire National Park famous for elephants and baobab trees. -
🗓️ Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park Safari
Explore Lake Manyara known for tree-climbing lions and birdlife. -
🗓️ Day 4: Transfer to Serengeti + Game Drive
Scenic journey to Serengeti with wildlife viewing along the way. -
🗓️ Day 5: Full-Day Serengeti Safari
Explore the Serengeti plains searching for the Big Five. -
🗓️ Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater Safari
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for spectacular wildlife viewing. -
🗓️ Day 7: Departure from Kilimanjaro International Airport
Detailed Itinerary
DAY 2: Tarangire National Park Safari
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, located about two hours from Arusha.
Tarangire is famous for its large elephant populations, giant baobab trees, and the Tarangire River, which attracts large numbers of animals during the dry season.
During your game drive you may encounter:
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Elephants gathering along the river
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Lions and leopards
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Zebras and wildebeests
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Giraffes browsing the woodland
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Buffalo and numerous bird species
Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park before continuing your game drive in the afternoon.
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Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 1: Arrival
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by a representative from On Target Safari.
You will then be transferred to your hotel in Arusha, the gateway to Tanzania’s northern safari circuit. After check-in, you can relax and recover from your journey while preparing for your upcoming safari adventure.
Depending on your arrival time, optional activities such as a short city tour or cultural visit can be arranged.
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Main Destination: Arusha
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Meals: Dinner
DAY 3: Lake Manyara National Park Safari
After breakfast, travel to Lake Manyara National Park, one of Tanzania’s most scenic parks.
This beautiful park is famous for its tree-climbing lions, large troops of baboons, and diverse birdlife.
The park’s landscapes include groundwater forests, open savannahs, and the alkaline Lake Manyara, which attracts flamingos and other water birds.
During your game drive you may see:
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Elephants walking through the forest
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Tree-climbing lions
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Hippos and buffalo
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Flamingos and other waterbirds
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Accommodation: Heart and Soul Lodge
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Main Destination: Lake Manyara National Park
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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 4: Serengeti National Park Safari
After breakfast, begin the scenic drive to Serengeti National Park through the breathtaking Ngorongoro Highlands.
Along the way you may stop at viewpoints overlooking the vast Serengeti plains.
Upon entering the park, begin your Serengeti game drive as you head toward your safari camp.
The Serengeti is famous for its incredible wildlife populations and the spectacular Great Migration.
Accommodation: Safari camp in Serengeti
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Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 5: Full-Day Serengeti Safari
Today is dedicated to exploring the endless plains of Serengeti National Park.
This park is home to one of the largest wildlife populations in Africa and offers exceptional opportunities to see predators in action.
During your game drive you may encounter:
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Lions resting in the savannah
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Leopards in acacia trees
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Cheetahs hunting across the plains
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Elephants and giraffes
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Massive herds of wildebeests and zebras
Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 6: Ngorongoro Crater Safari
After breakfast, depart for the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater.
You will descend into the crater floor for an unforgettable wildlife safari. The crater is home to an estimated 30,000 animals, including many of Africa’s most iconic species.
During your safari you may see:
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Lions and spotted hyenas
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Buffalo and zebras
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Hippos in freshwater pools
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The endangered black rhino
Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater before continuing your game drive.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 7: Departure
After breakfast, return to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your outbound international flight.
Depending on your schedule, you may also be dropped off at your hotel in Arusha.
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Meals: Breakfast
WHAT'S INCLUDED
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All national park entrance fees
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All accommodation
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Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
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Professional safari guide
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All meals during the safari
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Bottled drinking water during game drives
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Government taxes and VAT
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
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International flights
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Travel insurance
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Personal expenses
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Tips for guide and lodge staff
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Optional activities
BEST TIME TO GO
This safari runs all year round, with the best wildlife viewing during:
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June – October (dry season with excellent wildlife visibility)
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January – March (green season with beautiful landscapes and predator activity)
