Duration
7-Day
Tarangire National Park, Tanzania
This 7-day tour will take you around the best places in Serengeti to explore great wildebeest migrations. But you will have a chance to visit other destinations, such as Tarangire National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater, known as the Garden of Eden. Depending on the timing of your tour, you may get a chance to see the great annual migration as thousands of wildebeest and zebra cross the Mara River. Then, you will have an adventure to sleep in the budget camps.
Plan snapshot
Duration
7-Day
Route
Arusha to Arusha (City)
Via Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater
Country & park
Tanzania / Tarangire National Park
Style
Safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
5 years
Activities
game drives
Accommodation
Venice Hotel - Mid-range hotel in Arusha (City) – All Meals Included
Meals
All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
USD
Before booking
Quote flow
This budget tour includes camping and lodges.
This tour will be organized exclusively for you. However, wildlife viewing activities are run by the lodges/camps and will be shared with others.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Solo travelers cannot book this private tour.
The minimum age for this tour is 5 years.
Day 1
Mid-range hotel in Arusha (City) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 2
Budget lodge 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 3-4
Inside Serengeti NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 5
Budget camping on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 6
Inside Ngorongoro Crater – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 7
(No accommodation)
All Meals Included
Tour step
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
A driver from Meru Slopes will meet you at Kilimanjaro International Airport and take you to your hotel. You'll have the rest of the day to yourself. You will attend the tour briefing in the evening to get ready for the safari that is coming up. The type of lodging you have is full-board. Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City) All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 2
At 8:00 am, we will come to your Arusha hotel and take you on a three-hour drive to Tarangire National Park. You will go on a full-day game drive inside the park as soon as you arrive. We will transport you to the Fanaka Lodge later on so you can spend the night and have dinner there. The 2800 km2 Tarangire National Park is located 115 km from Arusha. The Tarangire River, from which the park gets its name, supplies water to wild animals. The wildlife of the park, which includes lions, elephants, leopard pythons, and various tree species like the baobab tree, is one of its main draws. Budget lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 3
Following breakfast, you'll head into the lush highlands, where the Iraqi people cultivate corn, wheat, and coffee. You will travel through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and stop at the breathtakingly beautiful Ngorongoro Crater. A volcano erupted, creating this crater, about 3 million years ago. After that, you'll carry on to Serengeti National Park. In Mara, the Maasai people's original language, the word "Serengeti" means "endless plains." It will be around noon when you get to the park. With its varied landscapes and habitats, including grassy plains, swamps, lakes, savannahs, and mountains, the Serengeti is the largest national park in Tanzania. You might be able to see thousands of animals as they migrate through the area every year, looking for food and water, depending on the season. We will take you to your campsite where you will have dinner and spend the night after a long game drive. Inside Serengeti NP All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 4
The entire day is set aside for game drives in Serengeti National Park. The Serengeti has abundant wildlife habitat, such as impalas, buffalos, crocodiles, and hippos. However, it is more well-known for its annual migration of herds of zebras and wildebeests. The rainfall determines the time of year when the animals migrate and varies annually. In November and December, the animals move from the northern region, dominated by woodlands and hills, to the grassy plains of the south. They return to the north during the extended rainy season from April to June. Apart from the migrating herds, you might have the chance to see predators, such as leopards, cheetahs, and lions, always lurking nearby. After an unforgettable day, you will return to the campsite for dinner and an overnight stay. Inside Serengeti NP All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 5
After breakfast, you will head out for another game drive in Serengeti National Park. You might spot the Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, and leopard) before embarking on your journey to Ngorongoro Crater. The animals roam freely through the unfenced reserves, offering an uninterrupted wildlife-viewing experience. Arriving at the crater's edge, you will have a glimpse of what awaits you the following day—glistening streams, open grassland, and an infinite amount of animals. You will spend the night at the Ngorongoro Public Simba campsites on the crater's edge, with the orange glow of the sunset surrounding you as you drift off to sleep. on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 6
The breathtaking views of the rising sun over the crater's edge reward early risers! After a hearty breakfast, you will drive down the adventurous track into the crater. This UNESCO World Heritage Site, one of the Seven Wonders of Africa and the most incredible ecosystems on Earth, formed millions of years ago in the massive explosion of a volcano. It is 610 m deep and covers roughly 260 square kilometers. Due to its dense animal population of approximately 25, 000, the crater offers the best game-viewing of all the parks in Tanzania. In a matter of minutes, you will see wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, elephants, and some of the more than 500 bird species in the area. You might catch a glimpse of the endangered black rhino through the grass with a bit of luck. After the game drives in Ngorongoro Crater, you will drive back to Arusha for dinner and an overnight stay at the Venice Hotel. Inside Ngorongoro Crater All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 7
This marks the last day of your 7-day private camping tour to witness the great migration. We will drive you to Kilimanjaro International Airport after breakfast, or you can choose to continue your journey with a beach vacation in Zanzibar. Either Arusha Airport or Kilimanjaro International Airport will be the location of the drop-off in Arusha. All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Tour step
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
Camping equipment
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Sleeping bag
Bath towels
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$20.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Offered by
Meru Slopes Tours & Safaris Ltd. is a Tanzanian registered Company and licensed tour operator with offices in Arusha, Tanzania. It is jointly owned and operated by Geofrey .E. Nassari resident of Tanzania. We began operations in July, 2013. We offer all types of safaris: traditional driving safaris to all Tanzania National Parks, mountain climbing expeditions, trekking and walking safaris, and beach holidays.
Office In
Tanzania
Size
20-50 employees (Founded in 2013)
Member Of
TATO & TTB
Tour Types
Small & medium group tours (Budget & mid-range)
Destinations
Tanzania
Traveler feedback
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5Highly recommend this safari company! The itinerary was perfectly organized and we saw so many amazing wild animals, including the Big Five—a dream come true! Our guide was extremely professional and knowledgeable, with excellent driving skills that made us feel safe all the way. The service was thoughtful and top-notch. Overall an unforgettable and fantastic experience!
Ceci · China
We did a 4 days tour in Ndutu + Ngorongoro Crater during calving season and it has been amazing! The quality of service is perfect: good car, tasty food, patient and experienced guide (John), accommodation at Misako Migration Camp was wonderful. Full immersion into the nature, we had a beautiful experience there and the agence had been a great support to make it real, thank you Jerome for this service!
Mathilde · France
Our 7-day safari with Meru Slopes Tours & Safaris for the wildebeest calving season was truly the trip of a lifetime! From our first interaction, Gift was incredible, meticulously planning every detail of our private itinerary and making us feel completely at ease. I wanted to choose a company based in Tanzania and Gift answered every question I had. The level of personal care was outstanding. Josef, our transfer driver, made our arrival and transitions through Arusha effortless. Gift met us on our arrival night to discuss logistics and answer any questions we had. He encouraged us to learn by asking, about Africa and Tanzania. Our game drive guide and driver, Jacob, was the absolute star of the trip. Whether we were navigating the rugged, baobab-filled landscapes of Tarangire or descending into the Ngorongoro Crater, his expertise ensured we had the best possible views of the Big Five. We felt incredible in his skilled hands throughout the entire journey. The accommodations Gift chose for us were perfect and varied: * Under the Shade Safari Lodge (Arusha): A peaceful base to start and end our trip. The hospitality was warm, and it was the perfect place to relax after our flights. * Farm of Dreams Lodge (Karatu): We loved the quiet, palm-fringed grounds. The rooms were spacious and spotless, and beautifully done. The hospitality warmed us. * Ngorongoro Lion’s Paw Camp: This was a highlight! Staying right on the crater rim with such luxurious safari tents was magical. The views from the terrace were breathtaking, sounds of the jungle surrounded us and the food in the restaurant was exceptional. * Kontiki Ndutu Camp: Nestled right in the heart of Ndutu, this camp put us in the perfect position to experience the calving season. It felt authentic and high-end, and the courtesy of the staff was second to none. Across all locations, the cleanliness, comfort, hospitality, and food including the open-air picnic lunches in the wild were beyond yum. We slept incredibly well each night. Jacob’s patience and enthusiasm were the reasons our trip was so successful. He drove us deep into the heart of Ndutu, ensuring we didn't just see animals, but experienced their world. The wildlife sightings were staggering! We saw: The Big Five in all their glory, tons of elephants in Tarangire. Multiple Lion prides and several Leopards (including cubs!), Multiple Cheetahs, including a thrilling cheetah chase and a cheetah and leopard with their kills. The Wildebeest Migration with so many young ones was incredible to see. Rare sightings like the Honey Badger, golden Jackals, Hippos, Rhinos, Giraffes, and Flamingos, and Nature in action as we watched different kinds of Vultures and Marabou Storks fighting over carrion and Hyenas and multiple species of Eagles watching closely. At Kontiki Camp, we were surrounded by Zebras! What truly touched our hearts were the intimate first anniversary celebrations the teams organized for us at both Farm of Dreams and Kontiki. Those surprises were so thoughtful and will remain unforgettable moments for us. The food was fantastic throughout, the cleanliness was impeccable, and the genuine courtesy of everyone we met made us feel so welcome. We are already planning to come back with our entire family and will definitely be choosing Meru Slopes to plan the trip. Thank you, Gift and Jacob, for making our first anniversary so special! We are already looking forward to our next adventure.
Anushree Tripathi · United Arab Emirates
Our safari in Tanzania with Meru Slopes Tours and Safaris was an unforgettable experience. This trip was especially meaningful as I travelled with my grandmother, and the team took such great care of us. Our consultant, Leonard Mkwavi was very helpful and attentive, our guide, Max Elisa Ayo was fantastic, knowledgeable, friendly, and made the experience truly special. Everything was perfectly organised, the accommodation and food were excellent, and we were lucky enough to see all the animals we hoped for. I would highly recommend Meru Slopes Tours and Safaris to anyone considering a safari in Tanzania.
Isabel · Switzerland
Practical answers
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 5 years and older.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Venice Hotel - Mid-range hotel in Arusha (City) – All Meals Included. Meals: All Meals Included
This tour starts and ends in Arusha
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
This tour is offered by Meru Slopes Tours & Safaris, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
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