7-Day Njozi Safari – Dreams Beneath the Acacia

Welcome to Tanzania! Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), your friendly Pita Safaris driver-guide will greet you with a warm karibu sana—Swahili for “you’re very welcome.”

Enjoy a comfortable 1-hour transfer to Arusha, the safari capital of Northern Tanzania. En route, take in scenic views of Mount Meru, local markets, and rolling green hills. Settle into the stylish Kibo Palace Hotel, a midrange gem with lush gardens, air-conditioned rooms, and a sparkling pool—perfect for relaxing after your flight.

Depending on your arrival time, you may explore Arusha’s colorful craft markets or unwind with a refreshing drink by the pool. Dinner is served at the hotel restaurant, where you’ll savor Tanzanian cuisine with an international flair.

Travel Tip: Arriving early? Ask your guide for suggestions on visiting a Maasai cultural center or trying authentic Tanzanian coffee downtown.

Your Tanzania safari begins tomorrow—rest up and get ready for adventure!

Distance: ~55 km | Drive Time: ~1 hour

After breakfast, depart Arusha and head southwest to Lake Manyara National Park, a compact yet biodiverse gem on the Northern safari circuit (~2.5 hours’ drive). En route, you’ll pass banana plantations, coffee farms, and vibrant roadside villages.

Arrive at Kirurumu Manyara Lodge, perched on the edge of the Great Rift Valley. Enjoy lunch with panoramic views, then head out for your first exhilarating game drive.

Lake Manyara is renowned for its flamingo-fringed soda lake, acacia forests teeming with baboons, and the elusive tree-climbing lions—a rare and iconic sight. Look out for elephants, giraffes, hippos, and more than 400 bird species, including pelicans, hornbills, and kingfishers.

Return to the lodge at sunset for a delicious dinner and peaceful evening surrounded by birdsong and baobabs.

Safari Highlight: Try to capture a photo of lions lounging in trees—only a few parks in Africa offer this phenomenon.

Looking for a serene start to your wildlife adventure? Let Lake Manyara welcome you to the wild.

Distance: ~130 km | Drive Time: ~2.5 hours

After breakfast, your Tanzania lodge safari continues with a scenic drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area to the iconic Serengeti National Park (~6 hours). Stop at the Ngorongoro Crater rim for breathtaking views before descending into the vast plains.

As you enter the Serengeti, your game drive begins immediately—this is Africa’s most legendary safari destination. The Seronera region offers year-round wildlife viewing, with prides of lions, graceful giraffes, large herds of wildebeest and zebras, and stealthy predators like leopards and cheetahs.

By mid-afternoon, arrive at Osinon Camp, a cozy tented camp nestled in the heart of the Serengeti. With ensuite bathrooms, solar lighting, and a warm safari atmosphere, it’s your perfect wilderness base.

Safari Moment: Watch the sunset blaze across the plains before enjoying dinner and storytelling by the campfire.

Want to step into the pages of National Geographic? Your Serengeti safari dream starts here with Pita Safaris.

Distance: ~250 km | Drive Time: ~6 hours (with stops)

Rise early for a sunrise game drive, when wildlife is most active and the golden light paints the plains. Follow fresh tracks of lions, scan kopjes for leopards, and marvel as elephants graze in the misty dawn.

After breakfast back at camp (or packed for a bush breakfast), continue exploring the Seronera Valley, where year-round rivers attract a wealth of animals. Keep your camera ready for hyenas, hippos, buffalo, jackals, and the famous Great Migration—if your visit aligns with their movement.

Enjoy a picnic lunch under an acacia tree, then roam further afield in the afternoon.

Photography Tip: Serengeti’s soft golden hours are ideal for wildlife portraits—zoom in during early morning and late day.

Want to track predators or witness the Great Migration? Pita Safaris brings you closer to the action

Your last full day in the Serengeti offers more time to follow wildlife in motion. Start with a peaceful early game drive, when you might see elephants at watering holes, cheetahs surveying the grasslands, or vultures circling above fresh kills.

Return for brunch, then choose to relax at camp or join an optional guided nature walk (if available). In the afternoon, head out again to spot anything you’ve missed—perhaps your guide knows a secret valley for spotting rhinos or prides of lions basking in the sun.

Tonight, enjoy a special bush dinner beneath the stars—an unforgettable finale to your Serengeti safari.

Optional Experience: Add a hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti at sunrise (pre-booking required).

Dreaming of wild Africa? Serengeti makes it real—come feel the pulse of nature with Pita Safaris.

Enjoy breakfast before departing the Serengeti and driving east to the Ngorongoro Highlands (~4 hours with game drive en route). The landscape transforms from savannah to forested hills, with occasional wildlife sightings and stunning viewpoints.

Arrive at Ang’ata Ngorongoro Camp, located near the crater rim. This tented camp offers cozy beds, hot showers, and warm hospitality—perfect for cooler highland evenings.

Spend the afternoon relaxing with a cup of chai, enjoying misty forest views, or chatting with your guide about tomorrow’s adventure into the Ngorongoro Crater.

Did You Know? Ngorongoro is a UNESCO site and home to 25,000 animals, including endangered black rhinos.

Want to safari in Africa’s most unique ecosystem? Get ready for your crater experience with Pita Safaris.

Distance: ~150 km | Drive Time: ~4 hours (with wildlife stops)

Today is your safari grand finale—a morning game drive in the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, one of the world’s natural wonders. Descend 600 meters to the crater floor and explore a wildlife-rich paradise.

This is one of the best places in Tanzania to spot the Big Five, especially the endangered black rhino. Watch hippos wallowing, flamingos feeding, lions prowling, and elephants grazing against a stunning backdrop of volcanic cliffs.

After a scenic picnic lunch by a hippo pool, begin the drive back to Kilimanjaro International Airport (~6–7 hours), reflecting on the unforgettable moments from your Tanzania safari.

Safari Reflection: From Tarangire’s elephants to Serengeti’s predators and Ngorongoro’s natural beauty—you’ve experienced the soul of East Africa.

Planning to stay longer? Ask us about Zanzibar beach add-ons or custom safari extensions.

Inspired to return or bring others next time? Ask Pita Safaris about custom or group itineraries.

Distance: ~290 km | Drive Time: ~6–7 hours (with crater game drive)