Northern Tanzania’s Great Wildlife – 7 Days

Northern Tanzania’s Great Wildlife – 7 Days

7
Days

Overview

Your adventure begins with a warm welcome upon arrival, followed by a relaxed day to rest and settle into your hotel.

The next day, you’ll head to Tarangire National Park, well known for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. From there, continue to Lake Manyara National Park, a scenic destination famous for its tree-climbing lions and rich birdlife.

The following two days are spent exploring the vast Serengeti National Park, where you’ll enjoy exciting game drives across its endless plains. Here, you’ll encounter a wide range of wildlife, with the chance to witness the Great Migration depending on the season.

After a morning game drive in the Serengeti, your journey continues to the Ngorongoro Highlands, where you can take in beautiful views and spot wildlife in a unique setting.

On the final day, you’ll explore the remarkable Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its dramatic landscapes and dense wildlife population, bringing your Northern Tanzania safari to a perfect close.

Highlights

Base Price

From

$ 2,200 / Adult

From

$ 1,430 / Child

Pricing Breakdown

1 Person

$ 2,200

2 – 4 Pesons

$ 2,000

5 – 7 Persons

$ 1,900

8+ Persons

$ 1,850

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Itinerary

Day 1: Kilimanjaro Airport –Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, you’ll be welcomed by the safari coordinator from Joanne Adventures and transferred to your hotel. Here, you’ll receive a detailed briefing about your safari, check your camping gear, and have the chance to choose your preferred meals for the journey ahead.
Day 2 : Tarangire National Park
The next morning, after breakfast, your driver-guide will pick you up to begin your adventure. You’ll drive for about three hours to Tarangire National Park, a beautiful destination known for its year-round wildlife and the life-giving Tarangire River. Large herds of wildebeest, zebras, elephants, elands, and oryx gather here, especially during the dry season. After a rewarding game drive, you’ll head to a hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park
The following morning, you’ll travel to Lake Manyara National Park, a scenic park rich in wildlife and birdlife. During your game drive, you may encounter zebras, giraffes, buffalo, hippos, monkeys, and more. After exploring the park, you’ll return to a hotel for a relaxing evening.
Day 4: Serengeti National Park
Your journey then continues to Serengeti National Park, with game viewing along the way. Upon arrival, you’ll check in and enjoy lunch before heading out for an afternoon game drive in this world-famous park. The Serengeti’s vast plains are home to incredible wildlife, including large herds of wildebeest and zebras, as well as predators such as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas. You’ll return to your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 5: Serengeti national park – full day
A full day in the Serengeti follows, with morning and afternoon game drives offering more opportunities to witness the Great Migration (seasonal) and the park’s rich biodiversity. You’ll spend another night at a hotel, fully immersed in the Serengeti experience.
Day 6: Serengeti /Ngorongoro Highland
The next day begins early with a sunrise game drive, one of the best times to spot active wildlife and enjoy the beauty of the African savannah. After brunch, you’ll travel to the Ngorongoro area, often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World.” This unique crater is home to an incredible concentration of wildlife, including the rare black rhino, along with diverse habitats such as forests, plains, and a soda lake often filled with flamingos. Dinner and overnight will be at a hotel.
Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater /Arusha
On your final day, you’ll descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full day of wildlife viewing in one of the most remarkable natural settings on Earth. After a picnic lunch near the hippo pool and more exploration in the afternoon, you’ll ascend from the crater and return to Arusha or Moshi, bringing your unforgettable safari adventure to an end.
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FAQS

Pack packs without flames are better than suitcases. This luggage may be packed on the back or in the roof rack of the safari 20 Kg ( 44 Lbs) are maximum weight.

Joanne Adventures team will pick you up and transfer you to designated Hotels. Pick up on arrival airport and drop off are included on our package. We arrange also other group transport if required.

A valid visa is required for travel to Tanzania. A passport with a minimum validity of 6 months prior to expiry is required.
A single-entry visa is valid for 3 months from the date of issue. Visas-on-arrival are available at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)for US$50. (For U.S. Citizens, the cost is US$100 for a multiple entry visa.) However, it is advised that visitors traveling from a country where visa services are available should obtain a visa prior to arrival in order to avoid potential delays at the airport

Swahili is the national language of Tanzania, but many tribal languages are spoken amongst the 120+ ethnic communities in Tanzania. English is considered the de facto official language. It is widely spoken by those who work in tourism and hospitality.

Summer: September to April.
Temperature: 20°C to 30°C.
Winter: May to August. Temperature: 19°C to 25°C.
Rainfall: April-May (long rains) and November to mid-December (short rains).

If you have any allergies or special dietary requirements, please let us know beforehand at the time of booking, so we can advise the lodgings accordingly. Most places will be able to accommodate to your preferred meal options, though sometimes vegetarian/vegan options may be a bit limited and repetitive. If you require any special health supplement, please kindly bring it with you.

This is your safari trip, your adventure! You decide how you want to spend your time on this vacation. If you would like to spend a full day on safari, you are definitely welcome to do so. Safari Infinity does not restrict your mileage, fuel, or how much time you want to be on safari. While some days you may decide to set out by sunrise, other days you can have a slower-paced breakfast before starting your daily exploration. Simply sit down with your guide to plan your day and meals the night before. Your guide will have plenty of suggestions, but of course, the decision is yours.

Bottled water is included in the safari vehicle. You can also buy any drinks along your way to the safari. There will be mini-markets in town.

They are licensed by TALA, trained, friendly, and have years of experience!

We use 4 or 6-passenger 4-wheel-drive Land Cruisers, all with viewing roofs for the safaris. The vehicles have an inverter for charging batteries, a radio, and a cooler.

Yes, just let us know what’s in your mind and we will put all together for you!

We recommend booking your trip as soon as possible. Lodges and tented camps on safari are booked quickly, so we need to reserve those before they fill up.

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