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7-Day Big Five & Great Migration: Classic Safari Tanzania.

By Tanzania Songbirds Safaris

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Overview

This itinerary is the “Gold Standard” of Tanzanian travel, engineered by Tanzania Songbirds Safaris to maximise wildlife while eliminating fatigue. By dedicating three nights to the Serengeti, we ensure you don’t just glimpse the wilderness—you immerse yourself in it. We track the Great Migration across different regions depending on the season, placing you in the heart of the action.

Experience the wild in 100% privacy within our custom 4x4 safari jeep, featuring a pop-up roof for 360° views, charging ports, and a fridge. Because this is a private tour, you own the schedule—linger at a sighting or relax at your pace. From the walking safari in Arusha National Park to the giant elephants of Tarangire and the famous Ngorongoro Crater, this 7-day route is perfectly optimised. Choose local expertise and total comfort for a front-row seat to the greatest wildlife show on Earth. Making your once-in-a-lifetime journey truly meaningful and authentic.

Activity location

    • Arusha, Arusha Region, Tanzania

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Arusha, Arusha Region, Tanzania

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What's included, what's not

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    All National Park fees
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    Game drives
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    Safari Jeep (4X4 pop-up roof)
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    Meals (as mentioned on day by day)
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    Professional Driver-Guide
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    Transit Fees
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    Government Taxes: 18% VAT included on all services.
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    Bottle of Mineral water
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    Airport Transfers
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    Full Board Accommodation
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    Concession Fees
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    Soft drinks like soft drink
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    Ngorongoro Crater Service Fee:
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    Personal Expenses
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    Additional activities
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    Before and after safari accomodations
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    Enhanced service
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    Drinks like wine, local beers and spirits
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    Passport and Visa costs
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    Cost for Your Souvenirs
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    Tips (Service charge): Tips for your safari guide and lodge staff

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Arrival

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight at Mid-range lodge or Hotel in Arusha town. (We will let you know immediately after booking)

Arusha Region

  • 5h
Welcome to Tanzania! Upon your arrival at either Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK), a friendly guide will be there to offer a warm welcome before transferring you to your mid-range hotel in Arusha, such as the comfortable Lodge. The remainder of the day is flexible, depending on your arrival time. If you arrive early, you will have time to relax before we offer an optional city tour. This is a great opportunity to experience local life, explore bustling markets like the Maasai Market, central food market and see key landmarks like the Clock Tower and the Cultural Heritage Centre. In the evening, we will return to the hotel for a delicious dinner and a briefing about the exciting safari adventure that awaits you the following day.

Day 2: Arusha National Park Safari

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Midrange hotel in Arusha town

Arusha National Park

  • 7h
At 8:00 AM, we depart Arusha for a day of diverse landscapes. We begin with a game drive through the montane forest and around the Momella Lakes, famous for pink flamingos and the rare black-and-white colobus monkey. For those seeking a closer connection to nature, an optional short walking safari is available. Accompanied by an armed ranger, this 1 to 1.5-hour stroll offers a thrilling perspective on the bush that you can't get from a vehicle. If you prefer, you may remain in the car for continued wildlife viewing. After a scenic picnic lunch with views of Mount Meru, we enjoy a final afternoon game drive before returning to Arusha town. This flexible day perfectly balances the comfort of a traditional safari with the choice of an intimate, guided trek on foot.

Day 3: Serengeti National Park

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: You will overnight at Midrange camp in Central Serengeti

Serengeti National Park

  • 10h
Start your day at 7:15 AM with a scenic drive from Arusha, winding through the lush highlands of Ngorongoro. By midday, we reach the famous Naabi Hill Gate, the gateway to the Serengeti, where you will enjoy a picnic lunch amidst stunning panoramic views of the endless plains. After lunch, the adventure truly begins as we enter the park for an afternoon game drive. The Central Serengeti (Seronera) is a wildlife paradise, famous for its high density of big cats—lions, leopards, and cheetahs—who prowl the acacia-dotted savannah. As the golden hour approaches, we head to your mid-range tented camp. Nestled in the heart of the wilderness, your camp offers the perfect blend of comfort and authenticity, allowing you to relax with a delicious dinner while listening to the distant calls of the African night. Total immersion in nature awaits!

Day 4: Serengeti National Park

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: You will overnight at the mid-range camp in the central Serengeti

Serengeti National Park

  • 10h
Awaken to the sounds of the wild for a full day of exploration in the Central Serengeti. This region, known as Seronera, is world-famous for its year-round resident wildlife and high concentration of predators. We spend the day traversing the vast savannah and rocky kopjes, tracking the "Big Five" and witnessing the iconic big cats—lions, leopards, and cheetahs—in their natural hunting grounds. Whether following the winding Seronera River or exploring the open plains, every turn offers a new spectacle, from graceful gazelles to wandering elephant herds. We enjoy a scenic picnic lunch in the heart of the park to maximise our time in the field. As the sun begins to set over the golden horizon, we return to your mid-range tented camp in Central Serengeti. Here, you can unwind under a canopy of stars, enjoying a warm dinner and sharing stories of the day’s sightings in this legendary African wilderness.

Day 5: Serengeti National Park

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight at Mid-range camp in central Serengeti

Serengeti National Park

  • 10h
Our final full day in the Serengeti is dedicated to uncovering the park’s hidden secrets. We set out at dawn, the best time to witness predators on the move and catch the savannah bathed in soft morning light. We explore different loops of the Central Serengeti, perhaps visiting the hippo pools or tracking elusive leopards hidden in the acacia branches. With no rush to travel elsewhere, we have the luxury of spending more time at significant sightings, capturing the perfect photos of the diverse wildlife. After a final picnic lunch in the wild, we continue our game drive through the afternoon, soaking in the endless horizons that make this park a World Heritage site. As evening falls, we return to our Central Serengeti camp for our final night under the African sky. This is a time to reflect on the incredible journey over a farewell dinner, falling asleep one last time to the rhythmic sounds of the wilderness—a memory that will stay with you forever.

Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight at Midrange Lodge in Karatu

Ngorongoro Crater

  • 10h
  • Admission ticket included
We begin our journey at dawn, departing the Serengeti for a scenic drive towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. As we descend 600 metres into the world’s largest intact caldera, you will enter a breathtaking "Garden of Eden" teeming with over 25,000 large animals. We spend approximately five hours on a high-intensity game drive within the crater floor, offering your best chance to spot the rare Black Rhino alongside massive bull elephants, prides of lions, and colourful flamingos on Lake Magadi. After a picnic lunch in this natural wonder, we ascend the steep crater walls and drive to the nearby town of Karatu. Here, you will check into a comfortable mid-range lodge nestled among the lush green highlands. Enjoy a relaxing evening and a warm dinner, reflecting on a day spent in one of the most unique wildlife destinations on Earth before your peaceful overnight stay.

Day 7: Tarangire National Park to Departure

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch
  • Accommodation: Not included

Arusha Region

  • 5h
On our final day, we explore Tarangire National Park, famous for its ancient, giant Baobab trees and the largest elephant herds in northern Tanzania. Though smaller than the Serengeti, Tarangire offers incredibly dense wildlife viewing, especially along the Tarangire River. We enjoy a morning game drive spotting big mammals and colourful birdlife before exiting the park. On the way back, we offer time for souvenir shopping at local markets for authentic Tanzanian crafts. Your afternoon is flexible: depending on your flight schedule, we provide a seamless transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport. If you are extending your stay, we will drop you off at your chosen hotel in Arusha. We bid you a warm "Goodbye" as you conclude your Tanzanian adventure, leaving with memories that will last a lifetime.

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    • Arusha, Arusha Region, Tanzania

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    • Arusha, Arusha Region, Tanzania

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