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Serengeti, Tarangire & Ngorongoro Safari
Serengeti, Tarangire & Ngorongoro Safari Adventure: Tanzania's Wild Masterpiece Awaits
- Dream Trails Expeditions
- 7 Day Safari
- Wildlife Adventure
From - $2200
Safari Overview
Embark on an extraordinary 7-day safari with Dream Trails Expeditions, exploring Tanzania's legendary Northern Circuit—Serengeti National Park, Tarangire National Park, and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. This journey is your ticket to Africa's untamed wonders: vast plains alive with the Great Wildebeest Migration, riverine forests teeming with elephants, and a volcanic crater brimming with the Big Five. Led by expert local guides, this adventure blends heart-pounding game drives, authentic Maasai encounters, and serene nights in premium lodges or tented camps.
- Destinations: Serengeti, Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater
- Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
- Accommodation: Boutique lodges & luxury tented camps
- Activities: Game drives, cultural visits, optional balloon safaris
- Transport: Custom 4x4 safari vehicles with pop-up roofs
- Group Size: Max 6 guests per vehicle
- Difficulty: Easy to Moderate (suitable for all ages)
🦁 Serengeti Plains
- Witness the Great Migration — millions of wildebeest and zebras on the move (seasonal)
- Track lions, leopards, and cheetahs across endless savannahs
- Sunset game drives with spectacular African skies
🐘 Tarangire Wilderness
- Marvel at massive elephant herds roaming among ancient baobab trees
- Spot over 550 bird species along the Tarangire River
🌋 Ngorongoro Crater
- Descend into the world's largest intact caldera, a haven for the Big Five, including rare black rhinos
- Enjoy a picnic amidst hippos and flamingos on crater lakes
👑 Maasai Culture
- Meet the Maasai people and immerse yourself in their traditions near Ngorongoro
- Visit a traditional boma and learn about their pastoral lifestyle
🎈 Sky-High Adventure
- Opt for a sunrise hot air balloon ride over Serengeti's golden plains
💪 Physical Preparation
- Moderate activity — long game drives involve sitting; optional walking safaris need light fitness
- Strength Training: Focus on leg muscles with squats, lunges, and step-ups
🎒 Essential Packing List
Clothing
- Light, neutral-toned layers (khaki, beige) for blending in and sun protection
- Long sleeves/pants for insects; comfy shoes for walks; sandals for camp downtime
- Warm jacket for cool mornings and evenings
- Swimwear for lodges with pools
Equipment
- Binoculars, camera with zoom lens, extra batteries
- Sunscreen, wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses
- Insect repellent, reusable water bottle
- Small daypack for game drives
🚗 Transportation
- Custom 4x4 Land Cruisers with pop-up roofs for optimal viewing
- Airport transfers included
- Internal flights available as upgrades
🎫 Permits & Fees
- All park fees and conservation area permits included
- Serengeti National Park: $70/day
- Ngorongoro Conservation Area: $70/day + crater fee
- Tarangire National Park: $45/day
🧑 Guides & Staff
- Professional safari guides with 10+ years experience
- English-speaking driver-guides with wildlife expertise
- Tipping: $15-20/day for guide, $10-15/day for camp staff
🏞️ Dry Seasons (Best for Wildlife Viewing)
- June – October: Dry weather, perfect for spotting animals at waterholes and migration crossings
- December – February: Warm, sunny days with calving season in Serengeti—predator action peaks
🌧️ Rainy Seasons (Lush Landscapes & Fewer Crowds)
- March – May: Heavy rains bring lush greenery, fewer crowds, and vibrant birdlife
- November: Short rains; still great for Tarangire's river-fed wildlife and Ngorongoro's misty charm
✔️ What's Included
- Accommodation in premium lodges and tented camps
- All meals as per itinerary (full board on safari days)
- Guided game drives, park transfers, and cultural visits
- All park and conservation area entry fees
- Transfers in custom 4x4 safari vehicles
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Bottled water throughout the safari
❌ What's Excluded
- International flights to/from JRO
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, drinks, etc.)
- Optional activities (balloon safari, Olduvai Gorge, Maasai village)
- Travel insurance (mandatory)
- Visa fees (approximately $50 for most nationalities)
- Tips for guides and camp staff
- Private Expeditions: Tailored for families, couples, or small groups
- Luxury Upgrades: Exclusive lodges with private decks and gourmet dining
- Special Requests: Add walking safaris, photography focus, or extensions to Lake Manyara or Zanzibar
- Honeymoon Packages: Romantic upgrades with private dinners and spa treatments
- Family Packages: Child-friendly lodges and activities
🌟 Our Advantages
- Expert Local Guides: Our Tanzanian team unlocks the bush's secrets with unmatched skill
- Unforgettable Experiences: From sunrise drives to Maasai tales, every moment shines
- Prime Wildlife Access: Get front-row seats to Africa's greatest natural wonders
- Sustainable Travel: We support conservation and local communities, ensuring your adventure gives back
📩 Book at www.dreamtrailsexpeditions.com or contact us!
7-Day Serengeti, Tarangire & Ngorongoro Safari Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO) → Arusha
- Elevation: 1,400m | Distance: 50 km / 31 miles (drive)
- Travel Time: 1 hour | Habitat: Urban
- Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
- Meet your Dream Trails representative
- Transfer to Arusha Hotel (1-hour drive)
- Safari briefing and welcome dinner
Overnight: Arusha Lodge (bed & breakfast)
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Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Arusha → Tarangire National Park
- Elevation: 1,100m | Distance: 120 km / 75 miles (drive)
- Travel Time: 2.5 hours | Habitat: Baobab Woodland
- Early breakfast and departure for Tarangire
- Full-day game drive in Tarangire National Park
- Picnic lunch overlooking the Tarangire River
- Evening wildlife viewing en route to lodge
Overnight: Tarangire Safari Lodge (full board)
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Day 3: Tarangire to Serengeti National Park
Tarangire → Serengeti National Park
- Elevation: 1,500m | Distance: 250 km / 155 miles (drive)
- Travel Time: 5-6 hours | Habitat: Savannah Plains
- Morning game drive in Tarangire
- Scenic drive via Ngorongoro Highlands
- Enter Serengeti through Naabi Hill Gate
- Afternoon game drive in Seronera Valley
Overnight: Serengeti Tented Camp (full board)
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Day 4: Full Day in Serengeti
Serengeti National Park Exploration
- Full-day game drives | Habitat: Endless Plains
- Optional: Hot air balloon safari at sunrise
- Sunrise game drive to catch predators active
- Breakfast in the bush (weather permitting)
- Visit Retina Hippo Pool and Kopjes
- Search for the Big Five and Great Migration
Overnight: Serengeti Tented Camp (full board)
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Day 5: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Serengeti → Ngorongoro Conservation Area
- Elevation: 2,300m | Distance: 160 km / 100 miles (drive)
- Travel Time: 3-4 hours | Habitat: Highland Forest
- Morning game drive en route to Ngorongoro
- Optional visit to Olduvai Gorge Museum
- Afternoon at leisure with crater rim views
- Optional Maasai village visit (additional cost)
Overnight: Ngorongoro Wildlife Lodge (full board)
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Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater Adventure
Ngorongoro Crater Exploration
- Elevation: 1,800m (crater floor) | Distance: 20 km / 12 miles (drive)
- Travel Time: Full-day game drive | Habitat: Caldera
- Early descent into Ngorongoro Crater
- Full-day game drive with picnic lunch
- Search for the Big Five including black rhino
- Photograph flamingos at Lake Magadi
Overnight: Ngorongoro Wildlife Lodge (full board)
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Day 7: Ngorongoro to Arusha & Departure
Ngorongoro → Arusha → Kilimanjaro Airport
- Distance: 180 km / 112 miles (drive)
- Travel Time: 3-4 hours
- Leisurely breakfast with crater views
- Scenic drive back to Arusha
- Farewell lunch in Arusha
- Transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport for departure
End of Safari: Safe travels home!
