This 7-day adventure is designed for travelers who want to immerse themselves in Tanzania’s most iconic safari destinations at a budget-friendly rate. The itinerary balances game drives, cultural encounters, and breathtaking landscapes.
From Tarangire’s elephants and Serengeti’s endless plains to Ngorongoro’s unique crater ecosystem and Lake Manyara’s tree-climbing lions, this safari delivers unforgettable moments every day. An added stop at Lake Eyasi introduces guests to the Hadzabe (hunter-gatherers) and Datoga tribes for an authentic cultural experience.
Highlights
Visit five destinations: Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Lake Manyara, and Lake Eyasi.
Two full days in Serengeti for maximum wildlife viewing.
High chances of spotting the Big Five.
Witness the Great Migration (seasonal) in Serengeti.
Cultural immersion with the Hadzabe & Datoga tribes at Lake Eyasi.
Budget-friendly lodges or public campsites.
Day 1: Arusha → Tarangire National Park
Morning departure from Arusha.
Full-day game drive in Tarangire, famous for elephants and baobabs.
Picnic lunch in the park.
Dinner and overnight at Mto wa Mbu/Karatu (budget lodge or campsite).
Day 2: Tarangire → Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, drive via Ngorongoro highlands to Serengeti.
Afternoon game drive on the way to your campsite/lodge.
Dinner and overnight in Serengeti.
Day 3: Serengeti National Park (Full Day)
Early morning game drive to spot predators.
Full-day safari across Serengeti plains with picnic lunch.
Dinner and overnight in Serengeti.
Day 4: Serengeti National Park (Second Full Day)
Another full day exploring Serengeti’s endless savannah.
Great chance to follow the migration (depending on season).
Dinner and overnight in Serengeti.
Day 5: Serengeti → Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Morning game drive in Serengeti.
Afternoon drive towards Ngorongoro with en-route game viewing.
Optional Maasai village visit.
Overnight at campsite/lodge on the crater rim.
Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater → Lake Eyasi
Early descent into Ngorongoro Crater for half-day game drive.
Spot Big Five and enjoy picnic lunch near hippo pool.
Afternoon transfer to Lake Eyasi for cultural experience.
Dinner and overnight at budget lodge/camp near Lake Eyasi.
Day 7: Lake Eyasi → Lake Manyara → Arusha
Early cultural activities with Hadzabe hunters and Datoga blacksmiths.
Later, drive to Lake Manyara National Park for a short game drive.
Spot flamingos, hippos, monkeys, and tree-climbing lions.
Return to Arusha in the evening.
Package Includes
Transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof.
Professional English-speaking driver/guide.
Park entry fees to all mentioned parks.
Full board accommodation (budget camps/lodges).
Bottled drinking water.
Package Excludes
International flights & visas.
Travel insurance.
Tips for guide/driver & lodge staff.
Optional activities (balloon safari, canoeing, cultural visits).
Alcoholic and soft drinks.
