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7-Day Private Tarangire, Serengeti, Manyara & Ngorongoro Safari

🗓 7 Days 🏨 Lodge 🚙 Private 4x4 Safari Vehicle
Trip Overview

Your Tanzania safari at a glance

This is the full northern circuit done privately: Tarangire's elephants, three unhurried days around the Serengeti, Lake Manyara's forest and lakeshore, and Ngorongoro Crater to finish. Your own vehicle and driver-guide the entire way means the pace and stops are entirely yours to set.

Arusha → Tarangire National Park → Serengeti National Park → Lake Manyara National Park → Ngorongoro Crater → Arusha

Destinations Visited

Tarangire National Park

Elephant herds & baobabs

Serengeti National Park

Two days, central plains

Lake Manyara National Park

Tree-climbing lions

Ngorongoro Crater

Crater floor game drive

Safari Highlights

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Arusha to Tarangire

Depart Arusha for Tarangire National Park, with an afternoon game drive among elephant herds and baobabs.

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Tarangire to Serengeti

Continue west through the Ngorongoro highlands into the Serengeti, game viewing en route.

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Full Day in the Serengeti

A full day of private game drives across the central Serengeti plains.

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Serengeti at Your Pace

A second full day in the Serengeti, positioned toward whichever area is producing the best sightings.

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Serengeti to Lake Manyara

Drive east with a stop at Lake Manyara National Park for its tree-climbing lions and forest-edge wildlife.

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Lake Manyara to Ngorongoro

A short transfer up to the Ngorongoro highlands, ahead of the crater descent.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Depart Arusha for Tarangire National Park, with an afternoon game drive among elephant herds and baobabs.

Private Safari Full Board
Accommodation: Tarangire lodge · Full Board

Continue west through the Ngorongoro highlands into the Serengeti, game viewing en route.

Private Safari Full Board
Accommodation: Serengeti lodge · Full Board

A full day of private game drives across the central Serengeti plains.

Private Safari Full Board
Accommodation: Serengeti lodge · Full Board

A second full day in the Serengeti, positioned toward whichever area is producing the best sightings.

Private Safari Full Board
Accommodation: Serengeti lodge · Full Board

Drive east with a stop at Lake Manyara National Park for its tree-climbing lions and forest-edge wildlife.

Private Safari Full Board
Accommodation: Manyara lodge · Full Board

A short transfer up to the Ngorongoro highlands, ahead of the crater descent.

Private Safari Full Board
Accommodation: Ngorongoro lodge · Full Board

A morning game drive on the crater floor, then the drive back to Arusha.

Private Safari Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: Own arrangement · Breakfast & Lunch

Where You’ll Stay

Lodge properties are matched to your route and dates. The accommodation photo for each day is managed separately from its itinerary image.

Day 1
Lodge Confirmed at Booking

Tarangire lodge

Meals Full Board
Day 2
Lodge Confirmed at Booking

Serengeti lodge

Meals Full Board
Day 3
Lodge Confirmed at Booking

Serengeti lodge

Meals Full Board
Day 4
Lodge Confirmed at Booking

Serengeti lodge

Meals Full Board
Day 5
Lodge Confirmed at Booking

Manyara lodge

Meals Full Board
Day 6
Lodge Confirmed at Booking

Ngorongoro lodge

Meals Full Board
Day 7
Lodge Confirmed at Booking

Own arrangement

Meals Breakfast & Lunch

Safari Pricing

Price per person $2,110

Your exact quote depends on travel dates, group size and accommodation level.

What’s Included

✓ Included
  • All park entrance fees and conservation levies
  • Full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner) throughout
  • Bottled water in the vehicle (3+ litres per person per day)
  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof and guaranteed window seat
  • English-speaking driver-guide throughout
  • Vehicle inverter for charging, radio communications and a cool box
✕ Not Included
  • International flights and Tanzania e-visa
  • Tips for your guide and camp/cook staff
  • Travel and medical insurance
  • Alcoholic and premium beverages
  • Optional hot-air balloon safari (from $600pp)
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
Exact accommodation, meal plan and final pricing are confirmed with you at booking.

What to Pack for Safari & Tours

Clothing

  • Lightweight neutral layers
  • Warm jacket
  • Sun hat

Footwear

  • Walking shoes
  • Sandals
  • Spare socks

Gear & Essentials

  • Binoculars and camera
  • Water bottle
  • Power bank

Health & Personal

  • Sunscreen
  • Insect repellent
  • Personal medication

What Our Guests Say

★★★★★

“Brandy called the Ngorongoro day trip breathtaking and appreciated the friendly guide’s clear explanations about nature.”

Brandy M · April 6, 2025 · TripAdvisorView source ↗
★★★★★

“Leroy praised the professional team, expert wildlife spotting, thoughtful vehicle positioning, photography support and proper safari lunches.”

Leroy G · June 23, 2025 · TripAdvisorView source ↗
★★★★★

“Kate praised Hamidu’s wildlife knowledge, careful driving, photographic positioning and respect while guiding her five-night solo safari.”

Kate14478 · January 19, 2026 · TripAdvisorView source ↗

Good to Know

The planned journey follows Arusha, Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha. The exact driving order may be adjusted when wildlife conditions or park logistics make another sequence more rewarding.

This package is designed around Lodge accommodation. The named properties remain subject to availability, and comparable alternatives are confirmed with you before booking.

The starting price is per person based on the sharing arrangement shown on this page. Core inclusions currently include All park entrance fees and conservation levies, Full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner) throughout, Bottled water in the vehicle (3+ litres per person per day), Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof and guaranteed window seat. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and room configuration.

Items normally paid separately include International flights and Tanzania e-visa, Tips for your guide and camp/cook staff, Travel and medical insurance, Alcoholic and premium beverages. Your final proposal clearly identifies every included and excluded service before payment.

Yes. We can adjust the pace, accommodation level, activities and route around your dates, interests, party size and budget while preserving realistic travel times.

A Tanzania safari specialist reviews your details, checks current availability and replies with a tailored itinerary and quotation. You can request revisions before confirming.

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