7-Day Northern Tanzania Safari Itinerary: A Journey Through Wildlife and Culture

Day 1: Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where your guide will meet you.
Transfer to Rivertrees Country Inn for a warm welcome, dinner, and an overnight stay.

Day 2: Arusha National Park Adventure
Start your adventure with a visit to Arusha National Park for a game drive and a guided walking safari.
Marvel at diverse wildlife and the scenic views of Mount Meru.
Return to Rivertrees Country Inn for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 3: Exploring Tarangire National Park
Depart early for Tarangire National Park, renowned for its elephant herds and majestic baobab trees.
Enjoy a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch amidst the wildlife.
Dinner and overnight at Lake Burunge Tented Lodge.

Day 4: Cultural Experience and Walking Safari
Immerse yourself in Maasai culture with a visit to a Maasai village. Learn about their traditions, dances, and way of life.
Continue to Mto wa Mbu for a guided walking safari and enjoy a traditional local lunch.
Dinner and overnight at Ngorongoro Farm House.

Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater Expedition
Drive to the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Spend the day on a game drive in the crater, home to lions, rhinos, and countless other species.
Enjoy a picnic lunch by the hippo pool.
Return to Ngorongoro Farm House for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 6: Serengeti National Park Adventure
Travel to Central Serengeti, passing through the Ngorongoro Highlands.
Embark on an afternoon game drive, focusing on the park’s famed predators and diverse wildlife.
Dinner and overnight at Woodland Camp.

Day 7: Full Day in the Serengeti and Departure
Spend your last safari day on a morning game drive in Central Serengeti, soaking in the iconic plains and wildlife.
Transfer to the Serengeti Airstrip for a flight back to Arusha.
Enjoy lunch and a day room in Arusha before being transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight home.

Optional Add-Ons:
Hot Air Balloon Safari: Experience a sunrise hot air balloon safari in the Serengeti.
Night Game Drive: Explore nocturnal wildlife in Tarangire or Serengeti.