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The Days
Detailed 7-Day Tanzania Safari Day-by-Day Itinerary
7 days, 4 parks and reserves — every day private, with your own guide and 4×4.
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7-Day Tanzania Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti (2 Full Days), Ngorongoro Crater & Lake Manyara Tour
Private 7-day safari · Tarangire · Serengeti · Ngorongoro Crater · Lake Manyara
JRO 03°26′S 37°04′ETARANGIRE 03°50′S 36°00′E
★★★★★5.0(based on 9 reviews)
IOverview
7-Day Tanzania Safari Overview & Tour Highlights
This 7-Day Tanzania Safari brings together Big Five, 3 nights in Serengeti with 2 full exploration days, Great Migration tracking, Ngorongoro caldera descent, Tarangire elephant river herds, and Lake Manyara tree-climbing lions.
Every day is private — your own safari guide and 4×4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof. The route starts in Arusha and ends in Arusha, and you choose budget, mid-range or luxury accommodation.
Trip Highlights & Details
Tour Length
7 Days / 6 Nights
Country
Tanzania
Start / End
Arusha → Arusha / JRO
Accommodation
Budget, Mid-range or Luxury
Tour Type
Private Safari
Group Size
1–6 Guests
Meal Plan
Full board on safari
Best Travel Period
June – October & December – March
Activity Level
Moderate
Major Attractions — 4
- Tarangire National Park
- Serengeti National Park
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Lake Manyara National Park
IIThe Map
7-Day Tanzania Safari Itinerary Highlights
Day 1Arusha – Tarangire National Park
Day 2Tarangire – Central Serengeti National Park via Ngorongoro Highlands
Day 3Full Day Serengeti Safari (Day 1)
Day 4Full Day Serengeti Safari (Day 2)
Day 5Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Day 6Ngorongoro Crater Floor Safari (Big Five Tour)
Day 7Lake Manyara National Park Safari
Safari Route Map – 7-Day Tanzania Safari
IIIRates
7-Day Tanzania Safari Cost & Price Breakdown (2026 / 2027)
Includes game drives, park fees, accommodation, transport and professional guiding. Per person, no booking fees.
Mid-rangeGreat comfort and value
LuxuryPremium experience with top-tier lodges and service
Important information
All prices are per person and do not include international flights. Final rates may vary based on travel dates, seasonal park fee adjustments, and lodge availability.
Budget 7-Day Tanzania Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti (2 Full Days), Ngorongoro Crater & Lake Manyara Tour Prices
Single Supplement $210 per person| Group size | 1 Person | 2 Persons | 3 Persons | 4 Persons | 5 Persons | 6 Persons | 7 Persons |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prices From 2026 | $2,420 | $1,670 | $1,550 | $1,430 | $1,380 | $1,320 | $1,270 |
| Rooms | 1 Room | 1 Room | 2 Rooms | 2 Rooms | 3 Rooms | 3 Rooms | 4 Rooms |
Mid-range 7-Day Tanzania Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti (2 Full Days), Ngorongoro Crater & Lake Manyara Tour Prices
Single Supplement $420 per person| Group size | 1 Person | 2 Persons | 3 Persons | 4 Persons | 5 Persons | 6 Persons | 7 Persons |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prices From 2026 | $3,550 | $2,450 | $2,280 | $2,110 | $2,030 | $1,940 | $1,860 |
| Rooms | 1 Room | 1 Room | 2 Rooms | 2 Rooms | 3 Rooms | 3 Rooms | 4 Rooms |
Luxury 7-Day Tanzania Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti (2 Full Days), Ngorongoro Crater & Lake Manyara Tour Prices
Single Supplement $960 per person| Group size | 1 Person | 2 Persons | 3 Persons | 4 Persons | 5 Persons | 6 Persons | 7 Persons |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prices From 2026 | $6,570 | $4,530 | $4,220 | $3,900 | $3,760 | $3,580 | $3,440 |
| Rooms | 1 Room | 1 Room | 2 Rooms | 2 Rooms | 3 Rooms | 3 Rooms | 4 Rooms |
High-end 7-Day Tanzania Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti (2 Full Days), Ngorongoro Crater & Lake Manyara Tour Prices
Single Supplement $1,500 per person| Group size | 1 Person | 2 Persons | 3 Persons | 4 Persons | 5 Persons | 6 Persons | 7 Persons |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prices From 2026 | $10,660 | $7,350 | $6,840 | $6,320 | $6,100 | $5,810 | $5,590 |
| Rooms | 1 Room | 1 Room | 2 Rooms | 2 Rooms | 3 Rooms | 3 Rooms | 4 Rooms |
Child Policy
Children are welcome on safari. Discounts apply for children aged 3–11 years when sharing with adults. Children aged 12 years and above are charged as adults. Please contact us for exact child rates based on accommodation and room configuration.
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Start of Tour
Pre-safari accommodation can be arranged upon request for an additional fee. Please note that it is not included in the package.
Upon arrival, you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel prior to the start of the tour. This airport transfer is included in your package.
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03°50′S 36°00′E
Day 1
Arusha → Tarangire
Your 7-day premier safari begins with morning pickup in Arusha, followed by a scenic 2-hour drive through pastoral Maasai plains to Tarangire National Park. Known as the ‘Elephant Sanctuary,’ Tarangire features dramatic baobab groves and a permanent river valley attracting thousands of migratory animals.
Track massive elephant families, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, and tree-climbing lions along the riverbank. Enjoy an elevated bush picnic lunch overlooking the river before an afternoon game drive.
Late afternoon transfer to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight rest.
Highlights: Gigantic baobabs, massive elephant herds, lions, leopards, oryx, diverse raptors
Meals & Drinks
Meals included: Lunch & Dinner.
Bottled drinking water is provided during game drives.
Bottled drinking water is provided during game drives.
Drive
2 hrs
Route
120 km
Meals
L · D
Night
Tarangire National Park or Karatu Boundary
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02°20′S 34°50′E
Day 2
Tarangire → Central Serengeti via Ngorongoro Highlands
After an early breakfast, depart Tarangire and ascend the lush Great Rift Valley escarpment into the cool Ngorongoro Highlands. Pause at rim viewpoints for panoramic vistas over the massive crater caldera before descending down onto the boundless golden plains of Serengeti National Park.
Enter through the Naabi Hill Gate and embark on an afternoon predator-tracking game drive through the Seronera River Valley, famed for leopards in acacia trees and pride lions on granite kopjes. Check into your wilderness camp at dusk for sundowner drinks and dinner.
Highlights: First views of the endless Serengeti plains, lions on kopjes, leopards, giraffes, hyenas
Meals & Drinks
Meals included: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch & Dinner.
Bottled drinking water is provided during game drives.
Bottled drinking water is provided during game drives.
Drive
4 to 5 hrs
Route
250 km
Meals
B · L · D
Night
Central Serengeti / Seronera
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02°20′S 34°50′E
Day 3
Full Day Serengeti Safari (Day 1)
Dedicate your first full day to exploring the predator-rich Seronera Valley and central river circuits. Start with a dawn game drive when big cats (lions, cheetahs, leopards) are actively hunting in the cool morning air.
Explore the riverbanks home to basking hippos and Nile crocodiles. Travelers can choose an optional sunrise hot air balloon safari with a champagne bush breakfast.
Continue tracking resident wildlife including elephants, topis, impalas, and waterbucks before pausing for an acacia-shaded picnic lunch. Conclude with a late afternoon game drive around the iconic Simba Kopjes before returning to camp for dinner under the stars.
Highlights: Big cats on the hunt, hippo pods, leopards on sausage tree branches, crocodiles
Meals & Drinks
Meals included: Breakfast, Bush Picnic Lunch & Dinner.
Bottled drinking water is provided during game drives.
Bottled drinking water is provided during game drives.
Drive
Full day in park
Route
Game drives
Meals
B · L · D
Night
Central Serengeti
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02°20′S 34°50′E
Day 4
Full Day Serengeti Safari (Day 2)
With a second full day in the Serengeti, venture deeper into specialized wildlife sectors—heading toward the Moru Kopjes in search of the elusive black rhino or toward the seasonal migration herds moving across the savannas. Witness immense columns of wildebeests and zebras interacting with opportunistic predators like spotted hyenas, jackals, and cheetahs.
Enjoy a leisurely midday picnic in the wild, followed by dedicated wildlife photography sessions in the soft afternoon light. Return to your safari camp for a warm campfire gathering, exchanging stories with fellow travelers over dinner.
Highlights: Massive wildebeest & zebra herds, cheetahs hunting on open savannas, vultures, serval cats
Meals & Drinks
Meals included: Breakfast, Bush Picnic Lunch & Dinner.
Bottled drinking water is provided during game drives.
Bottled drinking water is provided during game drives.
Drive
Full day in park
Route
Game drives
Meals
B · L · D
Night
Central Serengeti
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03°10′S 35°35′E
Day 5
Serengeti → Ngorongoro
Enjoy a final morning game drive across the Central Serengeti to witness sunrise wildlife activity. Return to camp for a hearty breakfast before packing up and taking an extended game drive toward the southern short-grass plains and Naabi Hill.
Continue driving through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, observing Maasai pastoralists grazing cattle alongside wild zebras and gazelles. Ascend the lush volcanic slopes of the crater rim in the late afternoon, taking in dramatic views of the 600-meter caldera below bathed in golden hour light before checking into your lodge or campsite for dinner.
Highlights: Morning predators, cheetahs hunting on short-grass plains, Thomson’s gazelles, raptors
Meals & Drinks
Meals included: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch & Dinner.
Bottled drinking water is provided during game drives.
Bottled drinking water is provided during game drives.
Drive
3 to 4 hrs
Route
Ngorongoro Crater
Meals
B · L · D
Night
Ngorongoro Crater Rim or Karatu Highlands
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03°10′S 35°35′E
Day 6
Ngorongoro Crater Floor Safari (Big Five Tour)
Descend 600 meters (2,000 feet) down forested caldera walls early in the morning onto the floor of the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater. This unbroken volcanic bowl shelters over 25,000 large wild mammals in a compact ecosystem.
Tour the open grasslands, Lerai fever-tree forest, and Lake Magadi teeming with pink flamingos. This is your best chance to spot the endangered black rhino alongside giant bull elephants, lion prides, hyenas, and hippos at the Ngoitoktok Springs picnic site.
Ascend the crater rim in the mid-afternoon and take a short 1-hour drive into the Karatu Highlands for a relaxing dinner and overnight rest.
Highlights: Endangered black rhino, dense lion prides, hippos, flamingos, golden jackals
Meals & Drinks
Meals included: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch & Dinner.
Bottled drinking water is provided during game drives.
Bottled drinking water is provided during game drives.
Drive
45 min
Route
Ngorongoro Crater
Meals
B · L · D
Night
Karatu Highlands
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03°35′S 35°50′E
Day 7
Lake Manyara Safari
After breakfast in Karatu, drive down the Rift Valley wall into Lake Manyara National Park. Explore the underground water forest fed by springs beneath the escarpment, home to large baboon troops, blue monkeys, and hornbills.
Emerge onto open floodplains bordering the alkaline lake, famous for thousands of flamingos, pelicans, giraffes, buffaloes, and the park’s legendary tree-climbing lions resting in acacia branches. Enjoy a scenic picnic lunch overlooking the lake before starting the return journey back to Arusha.
Arrive in Arusha in the late afternoon or transfer directly to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for evening flight departures.
Highlights: Tree-climbing lions, large baboon troops, flamingos, hippos, elephants
Meals & Drinks
Meals included: Breakfast & Bush Picnic Lunch.
Bottled drinking water is provided during game drives.
Bottled drinking water is provided during game drives.
Drive
2 to 2.5 hrs
Route
Lake Manyara
Meals
B · L
Night
End of tour — Arusha Hotel or Kilimanjaro International Airport
VThe Fine Print
What’s in the price — and what isn’t.
What is Included
- National park entrance fees for Tarangire
- Serengeti (3 nights / 4 days) & Lake Manyara
- Ngorongoro crater fee
- 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
- Certified safari guide
- All meals
- Bottled drinking water
What is Not Included
- International flights
- Tanzania tourist visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Tips/gratuities
- Optional balloon safari
- Alcoholic beverages
Interested in This Tour?
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Camps
Accommodation Options for this 7-Day Safari
This itinerary is available with budget, mid-range and luxury accommodation. The camps and lodges for your chosen tier are listed below.
Typical choices — Budget: Kizumba Campsite Karatu, Nyani Campsite Serengeti, Panorama Safari Camp · Mid-range: Farm of Dreams Lodge, Serengeti Heritage Luxury Tented Camp, Marera Valley Lodge · Luxury: Neptune Ngorongoro Luxury Lodge, Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti, Kitela Lodge.
Mid-range Accommodations During Safari
Luxury Accommodations During Safari
VIIAdd-Ons
Optional Safari Add-Ons – 7-Day Tanzania Safari
Not included in the standard price — arranged on request.
Serengeti · at dawn
Hot Air Balloon Safari
A sunrise balloon flight over the Serengeti plains, followed by a champagne bush breakfast before you rejoin your guide.
USD 450–590 per person
On the route
Maasai Village Cultural Visit
Visit a traditional Maasai community to learn about local culture, traditions and daily life.
USD 30–50 per person
After the safari (3 days)
Zanzibar Beach Extension
Fly from Arusha or Kilimanjaro to Zanzibar and add a beach stay. Mid-range USD 700–1,200 pp; luxury USD 1,500+ pp.
Budget USD 450–700 pp
Before or after the safari
Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee Tour
A day on Kilimanjaro’s foothills: an 80-metre waterfall hike, a hands-on Chagga coffee roast and a home-cooked lunch.
USD 75–150 per person
Tip: The most requested add-ons on this route are the Hot Air Balloon Safari and the Maasai Village Cultural Visit. Ask us to build them into your dates.
VIIIThe Ground
Where the 7-Day Tanzania Safari Takes You
4 destinations, one private route.
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Tarangire National Park
Ancient baobabs and some of the largest elephant herds on Earth, gathering along the Tarangire River in the dry season.
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Serengeti National Park
Endless plains, granite kopjes and the Great Migration — a year-round cycle of more than 1.5 million wildebeest, with Seronera as the predator capital.
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Ngorongoro Crater
A UNESCO World Heritage Site: the world’s largest intact caldera, with lions, elephants, hippos and one of East Africa’s most reliable chances of seeing black rhino.
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Lake Manyara National Park
A soda lake at the foot of the Rift Valley escarpment, with groundwater forest, baboon troops, flamingos and tree-climbing lions.
02°S · 34°E — Central SerengetiThe big question
Will You See the Great Migration on the 7-Day Tanzania Safari?
The migration is a year-round loop, not a single event: calving on the southern plains from December to March, the trek north and west from April to June, and the Mara River from July to October.
This route is based in Central Serengeti (Seronera), the park’s predator capital, where lions, leopards and cheetahs live all year. Depending on the month the herds may be close by or further away — tell us your dates and we’ll position the route.
1.5M+Wildebeest on the annual loop
4Migration phases through the year
4Parks & reserves in 7 days
IXSeason
Best Time of Year to Book this 7-Day Safari
A year-round route — but the season changes everything.
June – October (Dry Season)
Short grass and shrinking water sources concentrate wildlife around rivers and waterholes — the easiest game viewing of the year.
December – March (Green Season)
Warm, green and quieter, with excellent birdlife and the calving season in the southern Serengeti.
April – May (Long Rains)
April and May bring the long rains. Some roads become muddy and slow and a few remote camps close, but the landscapes are green and quieter.
XFlights
Flight Recommendation – 7-Day Tanzania Safari
Recommended Arrival Flight
Kilimanjaro International Airport
Arrive the day before the safari and spend the night in Arusha, about an hour from Kilimanjaro International (JRO). Regional flights use Arusha Airport (ARK).
Recommended Departure Flight
Kilimanjaro International Airport
The safari finishes in Arusha, about an hour from Kilimanjaro International (JRO). Book international departures after 7:30 PM.
XIExtras
Supplementary (not included) costs
Below are the optional or personal expenses not included in your safari package. They are arranged in order of importance and impact on your trip.
Travellers need a Tanzania tourist visa.
- USD 50 per person for most nationalities
- USD 100 for U.S. citizens (multiple entry)
- Apply online (eVisa) or on arrival
- Passports should be valid for at least six months
A yellow fever certificate is required if you arrive from a country with yellow fever risk.
Highly recommended. Choose cover that includes medical evacuation from remote parks.
Safari packages exclude international airfare. Book your arrival and departure around the start and end points shown in the Flights section.
Tipping is customary but always your choice. Our recommended guidelines:
- $15–$25 per day for driver-guide
- $10–$15 per day for safari cook on camping trips,
- $5–$10 general lodge tip boxes
Guide tips are per vehicle per day, not per person.
- Soft drinks: USD $3 – $5
- Local beer: USD $4 – $6
- Wine/spirits: USD $7 – $20
Drinking water is provided in the vehicle during your safari; sodas, alcoholic beverages and specialty coffees are charged separately at the lodges.
Souvenirs, snacks, toiletries, sunscreen, insect repellent and other personal items are not included. Costs depend on your own needs and shopping choices.
XIIWhy Us
Why Book With Us
True local ownership and operation
As a safari company rooted in local ownership, we eliminate unnecessary costs associated with intermediary sales agents, providing you with direct savings.
Best Price Guaranteed
Crafting a safari that delivers unparalleled experiences, from exceptional wildlife viewing to luxurious lodgings and unforgettable moments. We strive to minimize your expenses, eliminating unnecessary costs.
24/7 Customer Service
We excel in providing personalized customer concierge services, ensuring your safari needs are taken care of from the moment you plan your trip until you board your homeward flight.
Expert Safari Guides
Our guides are very knowledgeable and experts in the field. They will be your moving encyclopedias for all the information that you may want while on safari.
5.0 from 9 reviews
Customer Reviews
★★★★★
Amazing Trip around Kenya and Tanzania
My wife and I did a 7-day safari with Active Wonders last August, visiting both Kenya and Tanzania, and honestly, we couldn’t be happier with how it all turned out. We got super lucky with our drivers and guides — Patrick in Kenya and Six in Tanzania were awesome. They really know their stuff, driving like pros without even needing GPS, and they were amazing at spotting animals and finding the best views.
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Daniel BravoSpain 🇪🇸
★★★★★
Great 8-day safari in northern Tanzania
Overall, I had a great 8-day safari experience with Active Wonders Safari. Communication before and after the booking was always prompt and effective. The lodges during our trip ranged from decent to good, and the food was mostly good — sometimes even excellent.
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Martin WGermany 🇩🇪
★★★★★
Fantastic Safari Experience in Tanzania
We booked our East Africa trip through Imara Africa Safaris, and the Tanzania portion was organized by their partner, Active Wonders Safaris. It was an unforgettable experience filled with adventure, incredible wildlife, and genuine hospitality. Our guide, Amiri (goes by the name Cheena), was absolutely exceptional — knowledgeable, patient, and passionate.
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Jay TrivediUnited States 🇺🇸
★★★★★
An adventure beyond my expectations. Brilliant
This was such an amazing trip that covered the Ngorongoro crater area with all its wildlife roaming freely, the Serengeti and the migration of the wildebeest crossing over into Kenya. Wonderful varied accommodation from well equipped tents with all amenities to hotels and lodges. Zebras, lions with cubs, bathing hippos, leopards during the night safari and numerous birds. Elephants and giraffes were everywhere — all in all a fabulous tour.
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ColleenAustralia 🇦🇺
★★★★★
Who could ask for more?
Being river crossing time of year our anticipation of this safari to begin our visit to Tanzania was high and was realised. We departed Arusha and headed for Tarangire National Park. As expected the elephants were prolific and backed up with many other wildlife to keep us happy as well. We stayed at Elephant Lodge which is constructed from old shipping containers. It was terrific — nice accommodation, food and lovely staff.
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Truddy WaltonAustralia 🇦🇺
★★★★★
Allano was fun, prepared, and accommodating
If you’re looking for the ultimate safari experience, look no further than Active Wonders Safari! Our adventure in Tanzania and Kenya was nothing short of spectacular, thanks to the impeccable planning and guidance from Allano himself. From the moment we arrived, Allano took care of every detail, ensuring that our safaris, travel, lodging, and meals were perfectly coordinated.
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Lindsey RobertsonGermany 🇩🇪
★★★★★
A dream come true for us, amazing safari trip!
We booked direct with Active Wonders (Allano) and from the very beginning, the communication has been great and he has been very transparent as well. We booked 5-nights Luxury Safari covering all parts of Serengeti all the way to the north. Thank you so much for accommodating our group since we kept adding people — we ended up with a group of 9! During the trip we got 2 cars and 2 drivers (Amini and Mariki), and Allano also came along.
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JohannesIndonesia 🇮🇩
★★★★★
Safari with Wonderful Team
We had an amazing 10-day safari in Tanzania with our wonderful guide, Baraka. We learned so much from him about the country, its people, and the incredible wildlife. He was also a pleasure to be around! A special thanks to Active Wonders Safaris for organizing such a memorable trip. Everything was perfectly arranged.
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Benoit RSpain 🇪🇸
★★★★★
We are definitely going back with them
If you’re looking for the ultimate safari experience, look no further than Active Wonders Safari! Our adventure in Tanzania and Kenya was nothing short of spectacular, thanks to the impeccable planning and guidance from Allano himself. His knowledge and passion for wildlife were evident throughout the journey.
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Repeat guestUnited States 🇺🇸
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions – 7-Day Tanzania Safari
Everything travellers ask us about this route. Can’t find it here? We reply within hours.
The price depends on your group size, accommodation tier and travel dates. The rates table above shows the per-person price for every group size; send us your dates for an exact, all-inclusive quote with no booking fees.
The Serengeti is enormous. Two full days let you explore both the Seronera river circuits and the more distant kopjes and migration areas without spending the day in transit.
Yes, as an optional extra (USD 450–590 per person). Balloons launch at dawn and float over the plains before a champagne bush breakfast, after which you rejoin your guide. We suggest scheduling it on Day 3, Day 4. Book it in advance, as places are limited.
Budget camping uses public campsites, with a dedicated safari cook travelling with you. Mid-range lodges and tented camps are permanent, with ensuite bathrooms and dining areas.
Bring US dollars printed after 2006, crisp and untorn — older or damaged notes are often refused. ATMs are available in Arusha and Karatu, and many lodges accept cards.
The drive back reaches Arusha in the late afternoon. Book an evening departure from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), about an hour from Arusha — send us your flight time and we will plan the final day around it.
XIIIYour Trip
Request Your Personalized Safari Proposal
Tell us how you like to travel and we will put together a personalised proposal for this route – dates, camps and a firm price per person. No payment is required at this stage.
No payment is required at this stage. We reply by email and WhatsApp, usually within a few hours.
