7 Days Tanzania Wildlife and Cultural Safari

Safari Overview

Start & End: Arusha, Tanzania

Style: Mid-range / Customizable

Embark on an unforgettable 7-day adventure that blends iconic wildlife encounters with rich cultural experiences. From the vast plains of the Serengeti to the immersive interactions with local tribes, this safari offers an authentic taste of Tanzania’s natural wonders and vibrant heritage.

Detailed Itinerary

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met by your driver-guide and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, you may have the chance to explore the city or relax after your journey.

Accommodation: African Tulip Hotel or similar

Highlight: Warm welcome and safari briefing

What to Expect: Comfortable stay and acclimatization before the adventure begins.

After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. Enjoy a full-day game drive, where you may spot lions, giraffes, buffaloes, and various bird species.

Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge or similar

Highlight: Game drive in a less crowded park with beautiful scenery

What to Expect: Wildlife viewing in a peaceful savannah environment

Drive to Lake Eyasi, home to the Hadzabe (hunter-gatherers) and Datoga tribes. Spend the day engaging with these indigenous communities—go hunting with the Hadzabe and visit blacksmiths and local markets with the Datoga.

Accommodation: Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge

Highlight: Authentic cultural immersion

What to Expect: Learn traditional survival skills and experience local tribal life

Early morning, head toward the legendary Serengeti National Park, passing through the Ngorongoro Highlands. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive across the vast plains teeming with wildlife such as wildebeests, zebras, and predators.

Accommodation: Tanzania Bush Camps – Serengeti

Highlight: First glimpse of the Serengeti’s endless plains

What to Expect: Scenic journey, wildlife sightings, and thrilling landscapes

Spend the day exploring the Serengeti with morning and afternoon game drives. Witness the raw beauty of nature and possibly catch part of the Great Migration (seasonal).

Accommodation: Tanzania Bush Camps – Serengeti

Highlight: Big Cats, the Great Migration (seasonal), and the Big Five

What to Expect: Action-packed day with exceptional photography opportunities

After breakfast, depart Serengeti and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy a half-day crater tour where you can see rhinos, hippos, lions, flamingos, and much more in this wildlife-rich caldera.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge or similar

Highlight: Game drive inside a world-renowned natural sanctuary

What to Expect: A unique chance to spot all Big Five in one place

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast before driving back to Arusha. Depending on your flight schedule, you can explore a local craft market or enjoy a farewell lunch. Later, transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

Accommodation: Day room available upon request

Highlight: Souvenir shopping and reflection on the safari experience

What to Expect: Smooth conclusion of your Tanzanian adventure

Safari Cost Includes

✅ Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof
✅ Professional English-speaking safari driver-guide
✅ All park entry fees and crater service fees
✅ 4 nights’ accommodation on full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
✅ Bottled mineral water during the safari
✅ All game drives as per the itinerary
✅ Government taxes and levies

Safari Cost Excludes

❌ International flights & visas
❌ Travel insurance
❌ Accommodation in Arusha before/after the safari (can be arranged)
❌ Tips for the driver-guide and lodge staff
❌ Alcoholic and soft drinks
❌ Optional activities (e.g., Balloon Safari, Maasai village visit)
❌ Personal expenses (laundry, souvenirs, etc.)

Let me know if you’d like a luxury or mid-range version of this safari, or if you want us to Create you a tailor-made Safari for you.

Request This Safari:


© 2025 Crafted by FCN VISUALS