Ultimate 7 Days Tanzania Big Five Safari African Overland 2027

7-day Ultimate Family Safari (3 Nights Serengeti

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Overview

7 Days Tanzania Big Five Safari
Safari Tanzania

Experience the very best of Northern Tanzania on this unforgettable 7-day family safari, designed to combine incredible wildlife encounters, breathtaking scenery, and comfortable accommodations. Spend three magical nights in the world-famous Serengeti National Park, explore the elephant paradise of Tarangire, descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, and finish your adventure in the lush forests of Lake Manyara National Park. Traveling in a comfortable 4x4 safari vehicle with an experienced African Overland guide, this journey is perfect for families, couples, and nature lovers seeking an authentic African safari filled with lifelong memories.

Day By Day Itinerary

7-day Ultimate Family Safari (3 Nights Serengeti
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Arrival in Arusha

Your Tanzanian adventure begins as you arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where our representative will meet you at Kilimanjaro Airport with a signboard; transfer to Arusha takes approximately 1.5 hours. Located on the green slopes of Mount Meru, Arusha is a bustling town and the perfect base to begin your journey. Tonight, you’ll settle into the tranquil Forest Hill Hotel, surrounded by tropical gardens and red-roofed cottages. After your travels, take time to unwind—perhaps with a refreshing dip in the pool—before enjoying your welcome dinner.

Accommodation: Forest Hill Hotel
Meal Plan: Bed and Breakfast. Depending on their arrival time, dinner will be organized

Tarangire - Karatu

Enjoy an early breakfast, your guide will pick you up for the safari. Transfer from Arusha to Tarangire takes 2.5 hours. Upon arrival, enjoy a thrilling game drive, spotting lions, giraffes, zebras, and over 500 bird species. In the afternoon, you’ll head to the peaceful town of Karatu to check in at Farm House Valley, surrounded by rolling hills and manicured gardens. Relax with a hearty dinner and take in the serene ambience of the countryside.

Accommodation: Farm House Valley
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Game Viewing: Enjoy unlimited game drives within the park with the national park rules and guidelines

Journey to the Serengeti

Today, an early start takes you into the heart of Tanzania’s most iconic safari destination: the Serengeti National Park. The transfer time from Karatu to the Serengeti is approximately 3 hours. The drive leads through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where traditional Maasai communities live alongside free-roaming wildlife—a true harmony of culture and nature. As you enter the Serengeti, vast plains stretch endlessly before you. Acacia trees stand like watchful sentinels, and the savanna hums with life. You’ll enjoy a thrilling game drive en route to your accommodation, with chances to spot cheetahs, lions, gazelles, and maybe even the elusive leopard.

Tonight, stay under canvas at Land of Nature Camp, a classic tented camp offering a truly immersive safari experience. Fall asleep to the distant roar of lions and the rustle of the Serengeti breeze.

Accommodation: Land of Nature Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Game Viewing: Enjoy unlimited game drives within the park with the national park rules and guidelines

Full-Day in the Serengeti

Your day begins with sunrise over the Serengeti—a golden glow bathing the plains in soft light. After breakfast, you’ll spend the full day on game drives, tracking wildlife through different habitats, from rocky kopjes to grassy savannas. Marvel at elephants on the move, hyenas scavenging, and prides of lions napping under shady trees.

The Serengeti is also a birdwatcher’s dream, with over 500 species including ostriches, storks, and the vibrantly coloured lilac-breasted roller. Lunch is a picnic in the bush or back at camp—your choice—before you head out for an afternoon drive. As the sun sets, toast the day with a classic sundowner before returning to camp for dinner beneath the stars. An optional Hot Air Balloon Safari is available in the Serengeti at an additional cost.

Accommodation: Land of Nature Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Game Viewing: Enjoy unlimited game drives within the park with the national park rules and guidelines

Serengeti to Ngorongoro

After breakfast, say goodbye to the Serengeti and begin your journey to one of nature’s greatest marvels: the Ngorongoro Crater. This massive volcanic caldera shelters a thriving ecosystem, including the densest population of lions in Africa. Descend 600 meters into the lush crater floor, where you may spot endangered black rhinos grazing, hippos wallowing in swamps, and elephants wandering beneath fig trees. It’s also a great place to complete your Big Five checklist. Later in the day, return to Farm House Valley in Karatu for another restful night and a chance to reflect on your incredible sightings. Early morning transfer takes approximately 2.5 hours to reach Ngorongoro Crater for early descent.

Accommodation: Farm House Valley
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Game Viewing: Enjoy unlimited game drives within the park with the national park rules and guidelines

Karatu to Tarangire

This morning, you head south to Tarangire National Park, a hidden gem often overshadowed by its more famous neighbours, but no less impressive. Known for its massive elephant herds and ancient baobab trees, Tarangire is especially magical during the dry season when animals gather at the Tarangire River. Look out for buffalo, zebras, giraffes, and the rare fringe-eared oryx. The scenery is breathtaking and peaceful, perfect for a relaxed final day of safari. Tonight, stay at Tarangire Simba Lodge, where spacious tented suites offer comfort and close proximity to nature. Fall asleep to the sounds of the wild under the vast African sky.

Dinner and overnight at your accommodation
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Game Viewing: Enjoy unlimited game drives within the park with the national park rules and guidelines

Departure

Enjoy a slow morning at the lodge, soaking in your last glimpses of the African bush. After breakfast, your driver will take you back to Arusha, arriving at Kilimanjaro International Airport in time for your departure flight.

As your 7-days Tanzania Big Five Safari comes to an end, take home a heart full of memories—of thundering hooves, golden sunsets, and the thrill of sharing space with some of Earth’s most magnificent creatures.

Meal Plan: Breakfast

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Arrival in Arusha

Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, an African Overland representative will warmly welcome you and transfer you to your lodge in Arusha.

Spend the rest of the day relaxing with your family, enjoying the peaceful surroundings, and preparing for the exciting safari ahead. Depending on your arrival time, you may explore the lodge gardens or simply unwind after your journey.

Accommodation: Arusha Planet lodgeMeals & Drinks: Meals at own expense | Drinks at own expense

02 Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park - Karatu

Arusha to Tarangire National Park - Karatu

After breakfast, your African Overland professional safari guide will pick you up and begin your adventure to Tarangire National Park. Known for its impressive elephant herds and iconic baobab trees, Tarangire offers an unforgettable introduction to Tanzania’s wildlife. Families can enjoy spotting giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, bushbucks, hartebeests, and a variety of colorful birds while lions and leopards quietly patrol the landscape. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park while surrounded by breathtaking landscapes before continuing your afternoon game drive. Later in the day, travel to the charming town of Karatu for a relaxing evening.

Accommodation: Eileen’s Trees Inn