1. Are gorilla and chimpanzee permits guaranteed?

Gorilla and chimpanzee trekking permits are issued in limited numbers each day and tend to sell out quickly during peak travel seasons. For this reason, tour companies must apply for permits well in advance. Once your safari is confirmed and payment is received, Nomara Safaris secures your permits early to ensure availability. We strongly recommend booking at least one month in advance, especially for travel during the high season.

2. How physically demanding are the chimpanzee and gorilla treks?

Chimpanzee and gorilla trekking involves walking through forested terrain that can be steep, uneven, and sometimes muddy. A moderate level of fitness is recommended, but the pace is manageable and guided by experienced ranger guides throughout the experience.

3. What is the minimum age for gorilla and chimpanzee trekking?

The minimum age for both gorilla and chimpanzee trekking in Uganda is 15 years, as set by the Uganda Wildlife Authority.

4. When is the best time to take this safari?

This safari can be enjoyed year-round. However, the best trekking conditions are during the dry seasons from June to September and December to February, when trails are less slippery and wildlife viewing is generally better.

5. Can this itinerary be customized?

Absolutely. This itinerary can be tailored to suit your travel dates, budget, accommodation preferences, and personal interests, including upgrading lodges or adding extra nights and activities.

Super 7-Day Tanzania Safari – Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Ndutu & Serengeti

Tarangire • Ngorongoro • Ndutu • Serengeti

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7-Day Tanzania Safari Overview

Step into the heart of East Africa on this immersive 7-Day Tanzania Safari, designed for travelers seeking adventure, wildlife, and extraordinary scenery.

Begin in Arusha, where your professional safari guide will meet you and prepare you for the journey ahead. Travel to Tarangire National Park, known for its huge elephant herds and iconic baobab trees, before descending into the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater — a natural amphitheater home to lions, elephants, rhinos, and grazing herds of antelope.

Continue to the Ndutu plains, part of the southern Serengeti ecosystem, teeming with migratory wildebeest, zebra, and predators in action. End your safari in the legendary Serengeti National Park, where endless golden plains, scattered acacia trees, and roaming wildlife create the classic African safari experience.

This itinerary balances adventure with comfort, combining full-day game drives, scenic transfers, and overnight stays in carefully selected lodges and tented camps. Each day is paced to maximize wildlife encounters while allowing time to relax and soak in Tanzania’s wild beauty.

Whether it’s your first safari or a return visit, this 7-day journey delivers a lifetime of wildlife memories.

Trip Highlights

Day 1: Arrival & Transfer to Arusha
Day 2 : Transfer to Karatu via Tarangire National Park
Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater Safari – Transfer to Ndutu
Day 4: Full-Day Game Drives in Ndutu
Day 5: Ndutu – Transfer to Serengeti National Park
Day 6: Full-Day Game Drives in Serengeti
Day 7: Morning Game Drive – Transfer to Arusha & Departure

Day 01 :

Arrival & Transfer to Arusha

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha, where your driver-guide will welcome you. Transfer to your lodge, settle in, and enjoy dinner as you prepare for the safari adventure ahead.

Overnight: Lodge in Arusha
Meals: Dinner

Day 02 :

Transfer to Karatu via Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, famous for its massive elephant herds, baobab trees, and diverse wildlife. Enjoy a morning and early afternoon game drive. Watch for:

🦁 Lions resting under acacias
🐘 Herds of elephants roaming the plains
🦓 Zebras, wildebeest, and impalas

Continue to Karatu in the late afternoon. Check in at your lodge and enjoy dinner.

Overnight: Lodge in Karatu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 03 :

Ngorongoro Crater Safari – Transfer to Ndutu

After an early breakfast, drive to the Ngorongoro Crater for a morning game drive in this spectacular natural amphitheater. Expect to see:

✔ Lions and cheetahs
✔ Elephants and buffalo
✔ Black rhinos (if spotted)
✔ Grazing herds of wildebeest, zebra, and gazelle

In the afternoon, continue to Ndutu, part of the southern Serengeti ecosystem, renowned for abundant wildlife and migratory herds.

Overnight: Lodge / Safari camp in Ndutu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 04 :

Full-Day Game Drives in Ndutu

Spend the day exploring the Ndutu plains, an excellent area for wildlife and predator activity. Morning and afternoon game drives increase your chances of seeing:

🐆 Cheetahs stalking prey
🦁 Lions on the hunt
🦒 Giraffes and elephant herds
🦓 Wildebeest and zebra migration herds (seasonal)

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush and return to your lodge for a relaxed evening.

Overnight: Lodge / Safari camp in Ndutu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 05 :

Ndutu – Transfer to Serengeti National Park

Depart Ndutu after breakfast for the Serengeti National Park, a vast wilderness famous for its dramatic landscapes and wildlife abundance. On arrival, enjoy a short game drive on the way to your lodge or camp. Keep your camera ready for sightings of:

✔ Big cats
✔ Herds of herbivores
✔ Colorful birdlife

Overnight: Lodge / Tented camp in Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 06 :

Full-Day Game Drives in Serengeti

Spend the full day exploring the iconic Serengeti. Morning and afternoon game drives allow you to witness:

🦁 Lion prides in action
🐆 Leopards resting in trees
🦒 Giraffes and elephants in open plains
🦓 Wildebeest and zebra herds grazing or migrating

Optional: enjoy a bush lunch or lodge lunch depending on your plan for the day. The Serengeti’s endless plains provide epic photo opportunities and unforgettable safari moments.

Overnight: Lodge / camp in Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 07 :

Morning Game Drive – Transfer to Arusha & Departure

Wake up early for one final morning game drive to catch wildlife in action at dawn. After breakfast, begin your transfer back to Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight, concluding your unforgettable 7-Day Tanzania Safari.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch