7 Day Luxury Four Parks of Tanzania
Tarangire, Lake Manyara, two nights in the central Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater, all in luxury lodges.
Go beyond the expected.
A seven-day luxury circuit covering the four main northern parks: Tarangire, Lake Manyara, two nights in the central Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater.
- Tarangire National Park
- Lake Manyara and its tree-climbing lions
- Two nights in a luxury tented lodge in the Serengeti
- Ngorongoro Crater
What's included
Included
- Airport transfers
- Private pop-up roof 4x4 safari vehicle with driver-guide
- Accommodation and meals as specified
- Park and reserve entrance fees for the activities listed
Not included
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Alcoholic beverages
Confirm current park fees, permit availability, accommodation and pricing before booking, since these can change with season and demand. Access to remote areas should be confirmed before travel.
Day by day
Day 1 Arrival in Arusha
Arusha
Arrive at Kilimanjaro Airport and transfer to a luxury hotel in Arusha.
Day 2 Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park
A full day of game drives in Tarangire.
Day 3 Lake Manyara National Park
Lake Manyara National Park
Game drives in Lake Manyara National Park for birds and, with luck, tree-climbing lions.
Day 4 To the Serengeti
Serengeti National Park
Drive to the central Serengeti with game drives on the way.
Day 5 Serengeti game drives
Serengeti National Park
A full day of game drives in the central Serengeti, home to big cats and the wildebeest migration at some times of year.
Day 6 Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
A game drive in the crater, a good area for spotting the Big Five.
Day 7 Return to Arusha
Arusha
Drive back to Arusha for your flight.
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Questions about 7 Day Luxury Four Parks of Tanzania
Can I combine a Tanzania safari with Zanzibar?
Yes, this is one of the most popular East African combinations; a Serengeti or Ngorongoro safari followed by several days on Zanzibar’s beaches, connected by a short flight.
Do I need a visa to visit Tanzania?
Most nationalities need a visa for Tanzania, commonly available as an e-visa applied for online before travel. Requirements vary by nationality, so confirm current guidance for your passport ahead of your safari.
How many national parks does Tanzania have?
Tanzania protects its landscapes across more than twenty national parks, alongside conservation areas and game reserves that together cover roughly a third of the country’s total area; one of the highest proportions of protected land of any country in the world.
Is climbing Kilimanjaro part of a normal safari?
Kilimanjaro is usually planned as its own multi-day trek (typically 6–9 days depending on route) either before or after a separate safari itinerary, rather than combined into the same days, since it requires its own acclimatisation schedule.
Is Tanzania or Kenya better for a first safari?
Both offer excellent safaris across largely the same ecosystem, and the choice often comes down to which side of the Serengeti-Mara border better fits your dates and interests: we’re happy to talk through the trade-offs for your specific safari.
What is the best time to visit the Serengeti?
The Serengeti has strong wildlife viewing year-round, but timing depends on what you want to see: the calving season is roughly January–March in the southern plains, and the dramatic river crossings typically happen around June–September in the north as the migration moves toward Kenya.