Wildlife Wonders of Tanzania
Destination:
Arusha, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro
Duration:
8 Days / 7 Nights
Safari style:
Private luxury safari
Ideal for:
Wildlife enthusiasts, couples, families, photographers and first-time safari travellers.
Accommodation:
Luxury lodges and tented camps
Safari overview
Safari Highlights
Discover four of Tanzania’s iconic national parks and wildlife areas.
Explore Tarangire, famous for its elephants and ancient baobab trees.
Experience the diverse habitats and wildlife of Lake Manyara.
Spend three nights exploring the legendary Serengeti.
Search for lions, leopards, cheetahs and other fascinating predators.
Enjoy a spectacular safari in the Ngorongoro Crater.
Discover Tanzania’s extraordinary birdlife and diverse ecosystems.
Travel with a professional private safari guide.
Stay in carefully selected luxury lodges and tented camps.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania | Welcome to Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your Aardvark Tanzania Safaris representative and transferred to your lodge in Arusha.
Take time to relax after your international journey and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of your accommodation. Your safari guide will meet you for a briefing about the adventure ahead.
Overnight: Luxury lodge in Arusha
Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s most beautiful wildlife destinations.
The park is renowned for its ancient baobab trees, impressive elephant populations and diverse wildlife. Enjoy a game drive along the Tarangire River, where animals gather to drink, particularly during the dry season.
Look out for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and a variety of bird species.
Overnight: Luxury lodge or tented camp in Tarangire
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 3: Tarangire to Lake Manyara National Park | A World of Wildlife Diversity
After breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park, a beautiful wildlife sanctuary situated beneath the dramatic Great Rift Valley escarpment.
Explore its groundwater forests, open grasslands and lakeshore habitats. The park is home to elephants, large troops of baboons, hippos, giraffes, zebras and an impressive variety of birdlife.
Keep an eye out for the famous tree-climbing lions that have made Lake Manyara well known.
Enjoy a picnic lunch during your game drive before continuing to your accommodation in the Karatu area.
Overnight: Luxury lodge in Karatu
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 4: Karatu to Serengeti National Park | Into the Endless Plains
After breakfast, journey towards the world-famous Serengeti National Park, travelling through the spectacular Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
As you enter the Serengeti, the landscape gradually opens into vast golden plains dotted with acacia trees and roaming wildlife.
Enjoy game viewing along the way, with opportunities to spot lions, elephants, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras and wildebeest.
Arrive at your luxury tented camp and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the African wilderness.
Overnight: Luxury tented camp in Central Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 5: Full-Day Serengeti Safari | The Kingdom of Predators
Today is dedicated to exploring the extraordinary wildlife of the Serengeti.
Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives across the plains, searching for the famous African Big Cats.
The Serengeti is home to impressive populations of lions, leopards and cheetahs. You may also encounter elephants, buffaloes, hyenas, jackals and numerous grazing animals.
Your guide will select the best wildlife viewing areas based on recent sightings and seasonal conditions.
Return to camp after an exciting day in the wilderness.
Overnight: Luxury tented camp in Central Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 6: Serengeti Wildlife Exploration | Nature at Its Finest
Enjoy another memorable day exploring the Serengeti ecosystem.
With more time in the park, you will have opportunities to discover different wildlife areas and observe the fascinating behaviours of animals in their natural environment.
Watch herds of zebras and wildebeest moving across the plains, elephants wandering through the woodlands and predators searching for their next meal.
Depending on the season, your guide may also explore areas occupied by the Great Migration herds.
For photography enthusiasts, this additional day offers excellent opportunities to capture Tanzania’s extraordinary wildlife and landscapes.
Overnight: Luxury tented camp in Central Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 7: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater | The Garden of Eden
After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in the Serengeti before travelling towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Descend approximately 600 metres into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, a remarkable natural sanctuary supporting an extraordinary concentration of wildlife.
Explore the crater floor in search of lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos and the endangered black rhino.
Enjoy a picnic lunch in this breathtaking setting before ascending the crater and continuing to your accommodation in Karatu.
Overnight: Luxury lodge in Karatu
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 8: Departure | Farewell Tanzania
Enjoy breakfast at your lodge before beginning your transfer to Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward journey.
Depending on your flight schedule, additional activities or a short visit in Arusha can be arranged.
As your adventure comes to an end, take home unforgettable memories of Tanzania’s spectacular wildlife, landscapes and hospitality.
Meals: Breakfast
Activities
Hot Air Balloon Safari – Serengeti
Experience the Serengeti from above on an unforgettable sunrise balloon safari. Float over the endless plains as the landscape awakens, followed by a special champagne-style bush breakfast.
Location: Serengeti National Park
Best for: Couples, photographers and adventure lovers
Additional cost: Yes
Guided Walking Safari
Discover the African wilderness on foot with an experienced, appropriately licensed walking guide. Learn about animal tracks, plants, insects and the smaller details often missed during a vehicle safari.
Location: Designated walking areas in Tarangire or approved private/concession areas
Best for: Nature enthusiasts and adventurous travellers
Additional cost: Yes; subject to permits and availability
Maasai Cultural Experience
Visit a local Maasai community and learn about traditional lifestyles, cultural practices, local architecture and the community’s connection with the surrounding environment.
Location: Areas around Ngorongoro and the Northern Circuit
Best for: Cultural discovery and meaningful local experiences
Additional cost: Yes
Night Game Drive
Experience the African wilderness after sunset on a guided night drive. Discover nocturnal wildlife and learn about the different behaviours of animals that become active after dark.
Location: Selected private concessions or approved areas outside national parks
Best for: Wildlife enthusiasts and photographers
Additional cost: Yes; subject to location, permits and availability
Inclusions
INCLUDED
Airport transfers as outlined in the itinerary.
Private 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof.
Professional English-speaking safari guide.
Accommodation for nine nights.
Meals as specified in the itinerary.
National park entrance fees.
Ngorongoro Conservation Area and crater service fees.
Game drives as described.
Bottled drinking water during safari.
EXCLUDED
International flights.
Tanzania visa fees.
Travel and medical insurance.
Personal expenses and laundry.
Alcoholic and premium beverages unless specified.
Tips and gratuities.
Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
Aardvark safaris , Our way
Aardvark Tanzania Safaris offers you the ultimate safari experience, featuring expert private guides, well-appointed custom jeeps, and flexible itineraries tailored to your needs. Our attention to detail and thorough preparation ensure a completely worry-free adventure. Embark on an unforgettable journey with unparalleled service and comfort, and let us bring Tanzania’s breathtaking landscapes to life.