
moderate
7 days
Suitable for travelers in reasonable health who can handle multi-hour drives, short walks, and occasional uneven terrain at campsites and viewpoints.
Seven days of big skies, volcanic rims and close-up wildlife: this Arusha-based safari pairs classic game drives in Serengeti and Ngorongoro with cultural visits, Kilimanjaro foothill scenery and included airport pickup. Read on for what to expect and how to prepare.
The first light in northern Tanzania arrives like a promise: a low, cool sun burning through the dust of the savanna while a Land Cruiser hums to life outside an Arusha guesthouse. Over the next seven days that vehicle becomes both ferry and observatory—an open-roof 4x4 that threads through forests, over rift-valley escarpments, and deep into plains where wildebeest and zebras rewrite the map every season.

Contact the operator at the provided number before you arrive to confirm airport pickup and first-day logistics.
Temperatures swing from cool mornings on the crater rim to hot midday drives—light layers and a warm jacket for early game drives are essential.
Binoculars make the difference on wide-open plains; a daypack keeps water, snacks, and sunscreen close during full-day drives.
Stay in the vehicle unless instructed, keep noise low, and follow your guide’s directions—these rules protect both you and the wildlife.
The region sits along the Great Rift Valley; volcanic activity and tectonic uplift created the highlands and crater rims that shape modern habitats and human settlement.
Park fees and government levies fund conservation and community projects; stick to vehicle routes and leave no trace when visiting villages and campsites.
A 8x42 pair helps identify distant herds, birds, and predators during long game drives.
Mornings and nights at higher elevations can be chilly; layers let you adjust through the day.
Support and grip are useful for short walks at viewpoints, village visits, and around campsites.
Sun exposure is intense on open plains—protect skin and eyes during midday drives.