This 16-day Tanzania safari offers an extraordinary journey through the country’s most celebrated wildlife and scenic destinations. Begin in Tarangire National Park, renowned for its baobab trees and elephant herds, then spend seven days exploring the Serengeti across its central, northern, and western regions, with plains, acacias, kopjes, and volcanic soils teeming with lions, cheetahs, wildebeests, zebras, and diverse birdlife. Continue to the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a natural amphitheater of grasslands, forests, and lakes, followed by Lake Manyara National Park, famous for tree-climbing lions and flamingos. Visit Arusha National Park with its crater lakes and forests, then enjoy three flexible days revisiting Serengeti highlights or exploring the Ngorongoro highlands. Conclude in Arusha, having experienced Tanzania’s rich wildlife, stunning landscapes, and unforgettable natural beauty.
Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Start your safari with a drive from Arusha to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its majestic baobab trees, large elephant herds, and diverse wildlife. Enjoy an afternoon game drive, spotting zebras, giraffes, wildebeests, and numerous bird species. Overnight at a lodge or camp near the park.
Day 2–8: Serengeti National Park
Travel to the iconic Serengeti National Park for seven days of exploration across its central, northern, and western regions. Discover endless plains dotted with acacias, rocky kopjes, and volcanic soils. Daily game drives allow sightings of lions, cheetahs, elephants, wildebeests, zebras, and a wide variety of birds. Each region offers unique experiences, from predator encounters to observing large herbivore migrations. Evenings are spent at lodges or tented camps within the park.
Day 9: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater Rim
After a morning game drive, journey to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, enjoy scenic viewpoints before reaching the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, offering panoramic views of this magnificent caldera. Overnight at a lodge overlooking the crater.
Day 10: Ngorongoro Crater
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site teeming with wildlife across its grasslands, forests, and lakes. Enjoy a full-day game drive, spotting lions, elephants, zebras, hippos, and the endangered black rhino. Return to your lodge on the crater rim for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 11: Lake Manyara National Park
Visit Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions and flamingos along the lakeshore. Explore its varied habitats, including forests, plains, and wetlands, with abundant birdlife and wildlife. Overnight near the park.
Day 12: Arusha National Park
Travel to Arusha National Park, featuring crater lakes, forests, and grasslands at the base of Mount Meru. Enjoy game drives or guided walks, spotting giraffes, buffaloes, monkeys, and colorful birds. Overnight in or near the park.
Day 13–15: Flexible Safari Days
Spend three flexible days revisiting favorite areas of the Serengeti or exploring the highlands around Ngorongoro. These days allow additional game drives, scenic photography, or cultural visits to nearby villages. Overnight stays depend on chosen locations.
Day 16: Return to Arusha
After breakfast, drive back to Arusha, marking the conclusion of your 16-day safari adventure. Reflect on the incredible wildlife encounters, dramatic landscapes, and memorable experiences throughout Tanzania.
