7-Day Deluxe Tanzania Lodge Safari
Experience an unforgettable Deluxe Tanzania Lodge Safari that takes you through the most iconic national parks in Tanzania. This affordable 5-star luxury safari offers excellent value, combining upscale lodges and tented camps with game viewing in world-renowned destinations like Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara. Travel in comfort with a small group and expert safari guide on this immersive journey through Tanzania’s top wildlife areas.
Quick Itinerary Overview
- Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
- Style: Small-group, luxury lodge safari
- Destinations: Arusha, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater
- Highlights: Big 5 sightings, Serengeti plains, Ngorongoro Crater floor, Olduvai Gorge
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Arusha – Tanzania
Begin your Deluxe Tanzania Lodge Safari with a warm welcome at Kilimanjaro International Airport. You’ll be transferred to a luxurious 4-star hotel in Arusha, the gateway to Tanzania’s Northern Safari Circuit.
Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast
Day 2: Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, depart Arusha with a picnic lunch and journey to Lake Manyara National Park, renowned for its tree-climbing lions, vibrant birdlife, and dramatic Rift Valley escarpment. Enjoy your first game drive before checking in at a premium lodge or tented camp.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch & Dinner
Optional: Night Game Drive in Lake Manyara (pre-booking required)
Day 3: Lake Manyara to Serengeti National Park
Travel to the legendary Serengeti National Park, stopping at the historical Olduvai Gorge and optional visit to a Maasai village. Continue with an en-route game drive to your luxurious tented lodge or safari lodge in the heart of the Serengeti.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch & Dinner
Optional: Masai Village Tour and Olduvai Gorge Museum
Day 4: Full-Day Safari in Serengeti National Park
Explore the vast plains of Serengeti on a full-day game drive. Witness incredible wildlife including wildebeest, zebras, lions, leopards, cheetahs, and more. Choose between a bush picnic lunch or a hot meal at the lodge before returning for a relaxing evening.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch & Dinner
Optional: Hot Air Balloon Safari over Serengeti (pre-booking required)
Day 5: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
Enjoy a final game drive in Serengeti before heading to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Pass through Maasai villages and the scenic Malanja Depression en route to your luxury lodge near the crater rim.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch & Dinner
Optional: Hot Air Balloon Safari (pre-booking required)
Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a six-hour safari. Spot an extraordinary concentration of wildlife, including elephants, rhinos, and lions. Afterwards, visit a nearby Maasai village for a cultural interaction before returning to your lodge.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch & Dinner
Day 7: Return to Arusha – End of Safari
Drive back to Arusha after breakfast, passing through Mto wa Mbu and enjoying views of the Great Rift Valley. Your Deluxe Tanzania Lodge Safari ends around midday in Arusha.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Optional Zanzibar Island Add-On
Extend your Tanzania safari with a relaxing beach escape on Zanzibar Island. Choose from:
- 4-Day Zanzibar Beach Resort Stay
- 4-Day Zanzibar Vacation with Beach, Stone Town & Spice Tour
Zanzibar offers pristine beaches, rich Swahili culture, and warm tropical waters – the perfect end to your African adventure.
Important Safari Information
- Group Size: Max 6–7 guests per vehicle, guaranteed window seat
- Luggage: 15kg soft bag per person
- Arrival/Departure: Arrive at least one day before and depart one day after the safari dates
- Child Policy: Children aged 4–12 welcome (child rates apply when sharing with adults)
Flights & Transfers
International and domestic flights are not included. Speak with our travel advisors for help with flight bookings and transfers, including:
- Flights to/from Zanzibar or Nairobi
- Airport transfers to/from Kilimanjaro International Airport
Optional Activities (Extra Cost)
- Hot Air Balloon Safari in Serengeti
- Visit Masai Boma in Ngorongoro
- Olduvai Gorge & Museum Visit
- Night Game Drive in Lake Manyara
Wildebeest Great Migration – Seasonal Highlight
The Wildebeest Migration is a natural spectacle that occurs between Serengeti in Tanzania and Masai Mara in Kenya. Sightings are seasonal and cannot be guaranteed, but your Deluxe Tanzania Lodge Safari may align with this unforgettable wildlife movement. Consult our safari experts for the best travel times.
For more information or to book your Deluxe Tanzania Lodge Safari, contact our friendly team of safari experts today.