7 Days Tanzania Private Camping Safari with Kilimanjaro Day Hike & Arusha National Park

7 Days 6 Nights

Overview

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime 7-day Tanzania camping safari adventure through the iconic Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha National Park, and a day hike on the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro. This private safari offers close encounters with Africa's Big Five, stunning landscapes, and a taste of the continent's highest peak.

Itinerary

After breakfast, your private guide will drive you to Tarangire National Park, famous for its vast herds of elephants, ancient baobab trees, and seasonal swamps teeming with wildlife. Enjoy full-day game drives in search of lions, giraffes, buffalo, and leopards. Keep an eye out for the tree-climbing pythons and over 500 bird species.

Dinner and overnight at your lodge or campsite.

After an early breakfast, depart for the world-renowned Serengeti National Park, passing through the beautiful Ngorongoro Highlands. You'll arrive in time for an afternoon game drive across the endless plains, where you may witness predators in action and large herds of wildebeest, zebras, and antelopes.

Dinner and overnight at your lodge or campsite in the central Serengeti.

Spend a full day exploring the Serengeti ecosystem, one of Africa's most celebrated wildlife areas. Depending on the season, witness the Great Migration, or enjoy encounters with resident wildlife including cheetahs, hyenas, elephants, and hippos at river crossings or open savannahs. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wild and continue your adventure until sunset.

Dinner and overnight at your lodge or campsite in the Serengeti.

Enjoy a morning game drive as you leave Serengeti behind, offering final glimpses of its wildlife-rich plains. En route, stop at a Maasai village for cultural insights (optional). Continue to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where you'll ascend to the crater rim with awe-inspiring views of the caldera below.

Dinner and overnight at your lodge or campsite on the Ngorongoro Crater rim or nearby.

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best places in Africa to see the Big Five in a single day. Explore this natural wonder packed with wildlife including rhinos, lions, elephants, wildebeest, and flamingos. Enjoy a picnic lunch by the hippo pool before returning to Arusha in the late afternoon.

Dinner and overnight at your lodge or campsite in Arusha.

After an early breakfast, drive to Marangu Gate on the eastern side of Mount Kilimanjaro. Begin your Kilimanjaro day hike through lush rainforest, spotting blue monkeys and unique flora. Reach Mandara Hut (2,700m), where you'll rest and enjoy lunch before descending. This hike offers a taste of Kilimanjaro’s beauty without the full climb.

Dinner and overnight at your lodge or campsite in Arusha.

Conclude your safari with a visit to Arusha National Park, a hidden gem known for its lush scenery, flamingo-filled lakes, and Mount Meru backdrop. Begin with a walking safari accompanied by an armed ranger to spot giraffes, zebras, and warthogs on foot. Continue with a scenic game drive around Momella Lakes and Ngurdoto Crater.

No Accommodation / End of Tour

Included & Excluded

  • All park entry fees and conservation charges
  • 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof for game viewing
  • English-speaking professional safari guide/driver
  • Full-board accommodation (lodges and tented camps)
  • Daily game drives as per itinerary
  • Bottled drinking water throughout the safari
  • Airport transfers (pickup and drop-off)
  • International airfare and visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips and gratuities for your guide and staff
  • Optional activities and excursions not mentioned
  • Personal expenses (laundry, souvenirs, etc.)
  • Beverages (unless specified)

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Frequent Asked Question

What is included in the safari package?

Park entry fees, professional guide, 4x4 safari vehicle, accommodation, meals, bottled water, and all scheduled game drives.

What’s not included in the package?

International flights, travel insurance, visa fees, tips, personal expenses, and optional activities (e.g., hot air balloon rides).

When is the best time to go on this safari?

The safari operates year-round, but the best wildlife viewing is during the dry season (June to October), especially to see the Great Migration in the Serengeti

What kind of accommodation is provided?

You can choose between mid-range lodges, luxury tented camps, or budget options. All are clean, secure, and located near or inside the parks

7 Days Tanzania Private Camping Safari with Kilimanjaro Day Hike & Arusha National Park