What is included in the USD 3,750 safari price?

The safari portion covers airport transfers, a private 4x4 jeep, a professional English-speaking driver-guide, all park entrance fees, Ngorongoro Crater service fee, accommodation with meals as per itinerary, and mineral water in the vehicle.

Is the Seronera–Arusha flight included?

No. The domestic flight from Seronera to Arusha is listed separately at USD 275 per person. International flights, visas, tips, insurance, and personal expenses are also excluded.

How many days do we spend in the Serengeti?

You have three overnight stays in the Serengeti with morning and afternoon game drives focused on Central Serengeti’s year-round wildlife.

Is this a private safari?

Yes. This is a private departure in your own safari jeep with your own guide—ideal for couples, families, and small groups who want flexible pacing.

When is the best time for this itinerary?

This route works year-round. Dry seasons (June–October and January–February) usually offer easier game viewing; the green season brings lush landscapes and excellent birding, with fewer crowds.

What wildlife can we expect to see?

Expect strong chances for elephants in Tarangire, birdlife and possible tree-climbing lions at Lake Manyara, dense crater wildlife in Ngorongoro, and predators plus plains game in the Serengeti—with Big Five potential across the circuit.

How difficult is this safari?

This is a classic road safari with game drives and a crater descent. No hiking is required. Days can be long in the vehicle, so a moderate fitness level and comfort with early starts help you enjoy the experience.

9-Day Tanzania Safari | Tarangire, Manyara, Ngorongoro & Serengeti

Overview

This carefully paced 9-day Tanzania safari takes you through the classic northern circuit: elephant country in Tarangire National Park, bird-rich shores at Lake Manyara, a full crater tour in Ngorongoro, and three rewarding days on the endless plains of the Serengeti.

Built for travelers who want more than a quick drive-through, this itinerary gives you time where it matters—extra game-drive hours in Tarangire and Central Serengeti—so you can watch elephant clans at baobabs, scan riverine woodland for predators, and explore one of Africa’s best year-round wildlife areas without rushing.

Your journey starts with an easy arrival into Arusha, then moves park to park in a private 4×4 safari jeep with a professional English-speaking driver-guide. Meals and park fees are arranged as listed, with transparent pricing. A domestic flight from the Serengeti on your final morning returns you to Kilimanjaro International Airport without a long road transfer.

Ideal for first-time visitors, couples, and small private groups looking for a complete Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro safari with strong Big Five potential and memorable landscape variety.

Trip Highlights

Two full safari days focused on Tarangire elephants and baobab landscapes
Lake Manyara birdlife and possible tree-climbing lions
Guided Ngorongoro Crater tour with picnic lunch
Three nights exploring Central Serengeti’s year-round game viewing
Private 4x4 jeep with professional English-speaking guide
Optional Seronera–Arusha flight for a comfortable exit

Day 01 :

Arrival in Arusha

Meet on arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to Arusha. Settle in after your journey, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the adventure ahead. Overnight in Arusha on a bed-and-breakfast basis.

Day 02 :

Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park with a packed lunch for a full afternoon of game viewing. Tarangire is renowned for large elephant clans moving together through open woodland, and for towering baobab trees that shape the park’s iconic skyline. Watch elephants browse and strip bark as part of their diet, and keep an eye out for predators and plains game along the riverine corridors. Overnight near Tarangire on a full-board basis.

Day 03 :

Full Day in Tarangire

Spend a complete safari day in Tarangire with morning and afternoon game drives. Explore riverine thickets and open savannah for excellent elephant photography, giraffe, zebra, and birdlife. Between drives, enjoy leisure time back at base. Overnight near Tarangire on a full-board basis.

Day 04 :

Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast, continue to Lake Manyara National Park—one of Tanzania’s smaller parks, yet rich in diversity. The lakeshore teems with birdlife, from storks and herons to seasonal flamingo flocks, while forest and groundwater woodland shelter elephants and other large mammals. With luck, you may spot one of Manyara’s famous tree-climbing lions. Overnight in the Ngorongoro Highlands on a full-board basis.

Day 05 :

Ngorongoro Crater Tour

Depart after breakfast with a packed lunch and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a guided crater tour and game drive. The caldera floor concentrates wildlife in a dramatic natural amphitheater—lions, elephants, buffalo, and plains game are regularly seen, with a chance of black rhino. In the evening, ascend the crater walls and return to the highlands for overnight on a full-board basis.

Day 06 :

Journey into the Serengeti

After breakfast, travel toward Serengeti National Park with game viewing en route as landscapes open into classic savannah. Arrive in time for an afternoon orientation drive and settle into the rhythm of the plains. Overnight in the Serengeti on a full-board basis.

Day 07 :

Central Serengeti Exploration

Explore Central Serengeti, one of Africa’s finest year-round wildlife regions. Morning and afternoon drives search for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, and large herds of herbivores along kopjes, river courses, and open grassland. Overnight in the Serengeti on a full-board basis.

Day 08 :

Serengeti Plains Game Drives

Another full day on the endless plains with morning and afternoon game drives. Follow tracks, watch predator–prey drama unfold, and enjoy unhurried time photographing landscapes and wildlife that make a Serengeti safari unforgettable. Overnight in the Serengeti on a full-board basis.

Day 09 :

Fly Out via Seronera

After breakfast, transfer to Seronera Airstrip for your scheduled flight to Arusha, then continue to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward journey home. The domestic flight Seronera–Arusha is quoted separately at USD 275 per person.