7 D/6N Tanzania Wildlife Adventure with Balloon Safari
Embark on a captivating seven-day safari through Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater—with the magic of a hot-air balloon flight over the plains. From your warm welcome in Arusha to game drives beneath baobabs, endless savannahs teeming with the Great Migration, and the “Eighth Wonder of the World,” each day delivers unforgettable wildlife encounters. Return to Arusha with memories—and photographs—that will last a lifetime.
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Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival – Kilimanjaro → Arusha
- Meet & greet at Kilimanjaro International Airport; transfer (≈1 hr) to your Arusha lodge.
- Afternoon at leisure: explore local markets or simply relax.
- Dinner and overnight in Arusha.
Day 2: Arusha → Tarangire NP → Karatu
- After breakfast, scenic drive (≈2 hrs) into Tarangire National Park.
- Morning game drive among baobabs—spot elephants, buffalo, giraffes.
- • Bush picnic lunch; optional ranger-led walking safari (extra cost).
- Late-afternoon transfer to Karatu for overnight.
Day 3: Karatu → Central Serengeti
- Early departure across the Ngorongoro Highlands into Serengeti NP (≈4 hrs), with wildlife en route.
- Afternoon game drive in the Seronera region—home to resident lions, leopards, and cheetahs.
- Dinner and overnight under the stars.
Day 4: Full-Day Serengeti Safari
- Pre-dawn game drive to catch predators at first light.
- Picnic lunch in the bush amid herds of wildebeest and zebra.
- Late-afternoon drive targeting big-cat sightings and river crossings.
- Campfire dinner and overnight in central Serengeti.
Day 5: Serengeti Exploration with Balloon Safari Option
- Optional sunrise hot-air balloon flight over the plains (booking in Advance).
- Post-flight champagne breakfast in the bush.
- Mid-morning game drive to track elephants, rhinos, and buffalo.
- Evening at leisure, back at camp.
Day 6: Serengeti → Ngorongoro Crater → Arusha
- After breakfast, transfer to the Ngorongoro Crater rim; descend for a full-day wildlife safari.
- Picnic lunch on the crater floor among lions, rhinos, and flamingos.
- Late-afternoon ascent and return to Arusha.
Day 7: Departure
- Morning at leisure for last-minute shopping or lodge stroll.
- Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your outbound flight.
- Return airport transfers
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof, fridge & charging ports
- Professional English-speaking driver/guide
- All park entrance fees (Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro)
- Six full days of game drives & bush picnics
- Full board accommodation (B/L/D Days 1–6; B Day 7)
- Bottled water & soft drinks throughout
- Hot-air balloon safari (Day 5, incl. landing fees & refreshments)
- Flying Doctor’s emergency evacuation insurance (AMREF)
- All government taxes
Exclusions:
- International flights & departure taxes
- Visas, travel insurance & immunizations
- Alcoholic beverages & meals not specified
- Tips & gratuities (guide: USD 20 pp/day recommended)
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, optional activities)
- Government-imposed increases in park fees
- Enjoy the thrill of Tanzania’s wild heart—soaring by balloon at dawn, tracking predators by day, and sleeping beneath a canopy of stars.
Items on Request (at Extra Cost)
- Ranger-led walking safari in Tarangire (~USD 50 pp)
- Night game drive (~USD 198 pp)
- Cultural visit to Maasai village (~USD 50 pp)