7-Day Tanzania Safari: Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Lake Manyara and Lake Eyasi.7-Day Tanzania Safari: Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Manyara | Kijani Tours

A wildlife scene in Lake Manyara National Park, Tanzania, featuring native birds and wild animals within the park’s diverse natural landscape. The image represents the rich biodiversity of Lake Manyara, a safari destination known for its forest habitats, birdlife and varied wildlife.

A 7-day Tanzania safari that connects wildlife, culture, and conservation across Lake Manyara, the Serengeti, and Ngorongoro. Experience Tanzania’s remarkable landscapes and wildlife while meeting local communities and discovering how culture and conservation are connected.

This 7-day safari runs from the groundwater forest of Lake Manyara to two full days in the Serengeti and a morning on the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater. The last full day is at Lake Eyasi, where you walk out before sunrise with Hadzabe hunters and visit a Datoga blacksmith's forge. Both visits are arranged locally, photography is by permission, and community fees are included.

Gallery

An African elephant in Lake Manyara National Park, Tanzania, feeding among acacia trees in its natural woodland habitat.

Trees along the shores of Lake Manyara National Park, Tanzania, highlighting the park’s natural lakeside habitat.

Lakeshore trees at Lake Manyara, Tanzania, surrounded by the park’s diverse natural landscape.

Wildebeest along the shores of Lake Manyara National Park, Tanzania

Guests observing a giraffe at close range in Lake Manyara National Park, Tanzania, creating a memorable face-to-face wildlife encounter in its natural habitat.

Giraffe in Lake Manyara National Park, Tanzania, moving through the park’s woodland and open wildlife habitat.

Baboon in Lake Manyara National Park, Tanzania, resting and moving through the park’s woodland habitat. Lake Manyara is known for its diverse wildlife, scenic landscapes and rich ecosystems along the Great Rift Valley.

Scenic view of Lake Manyara National Park, Tanzania, showing the lake, surrounding vegetation and the diverse landscape of the Great Rift Valley.

Little bee-eater in Lake Manyara National Park, Tanzania, highlighting the park’s diverse birdlife and natural woodland habitat.

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Tanzania: Begin Again

Your guide meets you at Kilimanjaro International Airport, transfers you to Arusha, and takes you through the route that evening.

Day 2

Lake Manyara: Discover Wonder in the Canopy

Game drive through the groundwater forest and along the lakeshore; elephants, baboons, and, some days, lions resting in trees. The treetop walkway can be added.

Days 3 and 4

Serengeti: Belong to the Wild

Two full days of game drives, timed for early morning and late afternoon when predators are most active. A sunrise balloon flight is an optional extra.

Day 5

Ngorongoro Highlands: Embrace the Sacred Earth

Discover resilience. Connect with heritage.

Enjoy your last Serengeti game drive, a final opportunity to see the stunning interactions between predators and prey. After that, travel up into the misty Ngorongoro Highlands, where the air is cool and the hills are filled with ancient Maasai stories. Experience what it means to be changed forever: through stories shared around the fire, through the comfort of a quiet moment together, and through a deep connection with the people who consider this beautiful land their home. This is more than just a trip; it is a chance to listen, to learn, and to find a bit of courage in yourself.

Day 6

Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Eyasi: - Enter the Living Tapestry

Feel the ancient heartbeat. Refresh your perspective.

Journey down into the heart of the world's largest intact volcanic caldera, a living mosaic where lions, rhinos, and flamingos exist in a delicate balance. This shows how ecosystems thrive on mutual respect. Your day ends at a lodge overlooking Lake Eyasi's seasonal waters and ancient crater walls. It serves as a serene sanctuary to pause, reflect, and prepare for one of the most intimate cultural encounters of your life.

Day 7

Hadzabe and Datoga Tribes: Grow Through Connection

Embrace simplicity. Connect with humanity.
Wake before the sun and walk with the Hadzabe, one of Tanzania's last hunter-gatherer communities. This is a rare opportunity to understand their ancient rhythms, quiet strength, and deep respect for nature. Later, spend time with the Datoga people, skilled blacksmiths whose craft shows generations of strength and creativity. These experiences are not merely cultural stops; they are real human connections. You won’t bring back souvenirs; you will carry home stories that become a part of you.

Day 8

Departure: Carry the Rhythm Home

The safari may end, but the awakening continues. As you transfer to the airport, the vibrant pulse of Tanzania travels with you—not in your suitcase, but in your spirit. Carry home the Serengeti's stillness, the heartfelt connection of shared stories, and the quiet courage you found along the way. This is not a goodbye, but a gentle integration of the journey's rhythm into the story of your life. Go forth, renewed.

Details

Start Location: Arusha

End Location: Arusha

Departure Times: Morning

Dropoff Time: Afternoon

Dress: Wear neutral, earthy tones like khaki or olive during the day to avoid drawing attention from wildlife and to enhance your safari experience.

Fitness Level: No special training needed—your average fitness level is more than sufficient.

Pack: Pack essentials like neutral-toned, breathable clothing and sturdy walking shoes, plus your camera gear with extra batteries, memory cards, and a dust-proof bag to protect your equipment.