7-Days Luxury Safari – Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti
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Embark on an exclusive 7-day luxury safari with Tanzania Beauty Safaris, venturing into the heart of Tanzania’s Northern Circuit. Explore the iconic Tarangire National Park, the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, and the legendary Serengeti National Park, home to the Great Migration.
Enjoy private game drives, an unforgettable hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti, and luxury accommodations that blend comfort with nature. Witness the Big Five, lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino, in their natural habitats while indulging in personalized service throughout your journey.
Whether you’re celebrating a honeymoon, anniversary, or simply seeking the finest in African safaris, this tailor-made experience promises unparalleled wildlife encounters and authentic Tanzanian hospitality.
Why Choose Tanzania Beauty Safaris?
- Expert Local Guides: Our passionate, English-speaking guides provide deep insights into Tanzania’s wildlife and landscapes, ensuring a personalized experience.
- Tailored Itineraries: We customize your safari to deliver premium experiences, with luxury lodges and camps for ultimate comfort.
- Sustainable Tourism: We partner with local communities and prioritize eco-friendly practices to preserve Tanzania’s natural heritage.
- Guaranteed Departures: Your safari is guaranteed to depart, even for solo travelers, ensuring flexibility and reliability.
- 24/7 Support: Our dedicated team offers round-the-clock assistance, from planning to the end of your adventure.
Best Time to Visit
The best time for this safari is the dry season (late June to October), ideal for wildlife viewing as animals gather around water sources, with the Great Migration’s river crossings in Serengeti (July-August). The short dry season (January-February) offers clear skies and fewer crowds, perfect for photography and spotting newborn wildebeests. The green season (March-May) brings lush landscapes, with light rains rarely disrupting activities. All parks offer excellent sightings year-round. As of today, July 25, 2025, 5:18 PM EAT, the dry season ensures optimal game viewing conditions, with Serengeti’s Mara River crossings and Tarangire’s elephant herds particularly vibrant.
Why Choose Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, and Serengeti?
- Tarangire National Park: Famous for its large elephant herds, iconic baobab trees, and diverse ecosystems, Tarangire offers a quieter safari experience with lions, giraffes, and over 550 bird species, centred around the Tarangire River.
- Ngorongoro Crater: A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this natural caldera (260 km²) hosts nearly 30,000 animals in a compact area. It’s one of the best places to spot the rare black rhino and the Big Five in a single day.
- Serengeti National Park: Renowned for the Great Migration, where millions of wildebeests and zebras traverse vast savannahs, Serengeti is a bucket-list destination. Its predator-rich plains, including lions, cheetahs, and leopards, ensure thrilling game drives.
Sample 7-Day Luxury Safari Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
- Afternoon/Evening: Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) and transfer to a luxury lodge in Arusha for relaxation and a safari briefing. Enjoy a gourmet welcome dinner.
- Accommodation: Lake Duluti Lodge Arusha, featuring elegant suites, private gardens, and fine dining.
- Meals: Dinner included.
Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
- Morning: Drive from Arusha to Tarangire National Park (2 hours). Enjoy a private game drive, spotting elephant herds, lions, and zebras amidst baobab landscapes.
- Afternoon: Continue game drives with a gourmet picnic lunch. Evening sundowner drinks in the bush.
- Accommodation: A luxury tented camp with en-suite tents, private verandas, and personalized service.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner included (fine dining).
Day-3: Tarangire to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
- Morning: Morning game drive in Tarangire, followed by a 2-hour drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
- Afternoon: Relax at your lodge with panoramic crater views. Optional Maasai cultural visit (additional $50 per person) to explore traditional dances and crafts.
- Accommodation: The retreat at Ngorongoro, offering geodesic dome suites with private decks, spa services, and panoramic views.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner included (gourmet meals with premium beverages).
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater
- Morning/Afternoon: Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day private game drive (7 hours), spotting black rhinos, lions, and the Big Five, with a gourmet picnic lunch by the hippo pool. Evening relaxation at the lodge.
- Accommodation: Same as previous night for consistent luxury.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner included (gourmet meals).
Day 5: Ngorongoro to Serengeti National Park
- Morning: Drive to Serengeti National Park (3 hours, Central Serengeti). Enjoy a private game drive en route, spotting migration herds and predators.
- Afternoon: Continue game drives in the Seronera region, known for lions, leopards, and Great Migration sightings. Evening sundowner drinks.
- Accommodation: : Luxury Tented Serengeti Camp, featuring infinity pool views, spa services, and luxurious suites with private terraces.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner included.
Day-6: Full Day in Serengeti National Park
- Activities: Full day of private game drives in Serengeti, exploring migration routes and predator-rich areas. Includes a hot air balloon safari (Add $550 per person) with a champagne bush breakfast. Optional private bush dinner (Add $100 per person) under the stars.
- Accommodation: Same as previous night for seamless luxury.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner included (gourmet meals).
Day 7: Serengeti to Arusha
- Morning: Final morning game drive in Serengeti, targeting last-minute migration or Big Five sightings. Drive from Serengeti to Arusha (Optional 45-minute flight + $250pp).
- Afternoon: Transfer to your hotel or Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO).
- Accommodation: None (day ends in Arusha).
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch included (gourmet picnic).
What’s Included
- All park fees and permits for Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, and Serengeti.
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof and dedicated guide.
- Hot air balloon safari and champagne breakfast additional cost($550pp).
- Luxury accommodations with private en-suite facilities and premium amenities.
- Full-board gourmet meals (as specified) with select beverages (soft drinks, wines, spirits).
- Drinking water, soft drinks, and select wines during game drives and meals.
What to Pack
- Lightweight, neutral-coloured clothing for layering (5,000-9,000 ft altitude).
- Binoculars, high-quality camera, sunscreen, and insect repellent (for tsetse flies in Tarangire).
- Comfortable walking shoes and a hat for sun protection.
- Evening attire for fine dining at lodges.
Book Your Luxury Safari Today
Immerse yourself in the splendour of Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, and Serengeti with Tanzania Beauty Safaris. Our expertly crafted itineraries, world-class accommodations, and dedication to exceptional service make us the ideal choice for your luxury wildlife adventure. Contact us at info@tanzaniabeautysafaris.com or visit www.tanzaniabeautysafaris.com to customize your 7-day luxury safari.
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Welcome to Tanzania! You will be picked up from the airport by a Beauty Safaris representative and driven to your accommodation in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, you will hopefully have time to relax and prepare for the adventure of a lifetime!
Busy Arusha is an essential part of safari life here in northern Tanzania and most travellers pass through at some stage
This morning, you will drive to Tarangire National Park. The transit drive is approximately two and a half hours on good tarmac roads. The Park is named after the Tarangire River which runs through it. This ‘river of warthogs’ is the only source of water for wildlife in the region during the dry season. The Park is well known for its elephant families, which can often be seen congregating by the river. You may also see giraffe, bushbuck, and hartebeest. These animals are closely followed by a range of predators, including lions and leopards. There are more breeding species of birds found in Tarangire than anywhere else on the planet! The huge and ancient Baobab trees can be seen here. Some of them are said to have lived for more than a thousand years.
Lunch will be at a picnic site inside the Park. After your game drive, you will transit to your accommodation near the Park.
After breakfast, you will drive to Lake Manyara National Park, a small but diverse park. Everything you’ll see here is on a different scale. It is both compact (this is one of the narrowest parks in Africa) and epic (the Great Rift Escarpment towers over Lake Manyara’s western boundary). The park’s namesake is a shallow, salt lake. It covers a large area of the park, flooding and drying with the seasons and is home to thousands of wading birds (including flamingos and over 500 other bird species). You may see baboon and elephant in the park’s thick evergreen forest, and watch for the tree-climbing lions that have become famous throughout Africa.
After a full day inside the Park you will make the short drive to your accommodation in Karatu.
After breakfast, you will drive up into the cooler regions of Ngorongoro Conservation Area. There will be a chance to stop and see the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater. You will then transit through Ngorongoro Conservation Area to the Serengeti, entering at the South of the Park.
The Serengeti is truly spectacular. It is famous for its vast open grasslands which allow for excellent sightings of wildlife. Whilst it boasts abundant wildlife, it is perhaps best known for the annual Great Migration. Vast numbers of wildebeest; zebra and antelope move in an annual pattern, constantly seeking fresh grazing. The migration can be found during any given month; you just need to know where to look!
This entire day is set aside for game drives in the Serengeti. The Serengeti boasts an abundance of wildlife such as impala, buffalo, crocodile, and hippo. In addition to the iconic landscapes, you have a good chance of encountering predators and you may see lion, cheetah and leopard. Depending on the location of the Great Migration, you may venture away from the Central region to experience this natural wonder. It is a truly life-changing experience.
After breakfast, you will drive from Serengeti National Park to the Ngorongoro Crater.
When you first see Ngorongoro Crater, it looks like a forgotten world. Concealed by the steep volcanic walls is a pristine wilderness including sweeping savannah, pockets of acacia woodland, and glistening lakes and swamps. The crater was created when a large volcano exploded and collapsed in on itself two to three million years ago.
The drive down into the crater is an adventure in itself and when you reach the crater floor, you quickly find yourself amongst large numbers of wildebeest, zebra, gazelle, and more than 500 bird species. The crater provides you with the best chance of seeing the endangered black rhino, which can sometimes be spotted in the open grasslands.
After a full afternoon inside the crater, you will head to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay in Kitela.
Today, you will be driven to your final destination e.g. Arusha Town, Arusha Airport or Kilimanjaro Airport. Timings are dependent on your onward travel plans. We hope you have enjoyed your adventure with Lion King!
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