7-Day Serengeti Spirit Safari

Welcome to Tanzania — the heart of Africa’s safari paradise! Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), your friendly Pita Safaris driver-guide will greet you with a warm “Karibu sana!” meaning “You’re most welcome.”
Enjoy a scenic 1-hour drive to Arusha, passing Mount Meru and lush coffee plantations. Check in at Kibo Palace Hotel, a comfortable midrange lodge with beautiful gardens and a pool — the perfect start to your Tanzania lodge safari. Depending on your arrival time, explore Arusha’s colorful craft markets or simply relax before dinner.
Travel Tip: Arrive early to visit the Maasai Cultural Heritage Center or enjoy a Tanzania coffee-tasting experience.

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

After breakfast, set off for Lake Manyara National Park, one of Tanzania’s most scenic wildlife destinations (~2.5 hours). The park’s landscapes range from groundwater forests and acacia woodlands to the shimmering soda lake famous for flamingos.
Enjoy your first Tanzania safari tour, spotting elephants, hippos, and the park’s elusive tree-climbing lions. Arrive at Kirurumu Manyara Lodge, perched on the Great Rift Valley escarpment with breathtaking views. After lunch, embark on an afternoon game drive before returning for dinner and sunset.
Safari Highlight: Capture stunning photos of lions lounging on tree branches — a signature Lake Manyara National Park tour moment.

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

After breakfast, drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area to reach the legendary Serengeti National Park (~6 hours with stops). En route, stop at a Maasai village or the Ngorongoro viewpoint for a panoramic crater view.
Arrive in the Seronera region, known for its abundant wildlife and dramatic big cat encounters. This is the true essence of a safari Tanzania Serengeti — endless plains filled with wildebeest, zebra, giraffes, and predators.
Check in at Serengeti Heritage Camp, a comfortable tented lodge that blends rustic charm with modern amenities. Enjoy a campfire dinner under the starlit African sky.
Safari Moment: Witness a fiery Serengeti sunset — a timeless Tanzania classic safari experience.

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

Wake up to the sounds of the wild! Enjoy a sunrise game drive through Serengeti National Park, the best time to witness lions on the hunt and cheetahs sprinting across the golden grasslands.
After a hearty breakfast, continue exploring the Seronera Valley’s wildlife corridors, where elephants, giraffes, and antelopes thrive.
Relax in the afternoon or enjoy a bush lunch surrounded by untamed nature. Evening brings another spectacular sunset and dinner at camp.
Photography Tip: Golden-hour light in Serengeti makes for incredible wildlife portraits and landscape shots.

Another magical day in the Serengeti! Depending on the season, follow the Great Wildebeest Migration herds as they thunder across the plains or cross rivers teeming with crocodiles.
Enjoy a full-day safari with your expert guide who shares insights about animal behavior and park ecology.
Optional Upgrade: Pre-book a Serengeti balloon safari for breathtaking aerial views — the ultimate Tanzania safari tour experience.

After breakfast, journey toward the Ngorongoro Highlands (~4 hours), a landscape of rolling green hills and traditional Maasai villages. Stop along the way for photos or to visit a local market.
Arrive at Ang’ata Ngorongoro Camp, located near the crater rim. Spend your afternoon relaxing, enjoying nature walks, or chatting with your guide about Maasai traditions.
Did You Know? The Ngorongoro Crater is home to over 25,000 animals, including lions, hippos, and the rare black rhino — making it a must-see for every Ngorongoro Crater safari.

Distance: ~150 km | Drive Time: ~4 hours

Descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater for your final game drive — a breathtaking finale to your Tanzania lodge safari. Spot the Big Five, flocks of flamingos, and perhaps the elusive black rhino.
After a picnic lunch beside a hippo pool, ascend the crater rim and begin your return to Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) (~6–7 hours).
Safari Reflection: From Lake Manyara’s flamingos to Serengeti’s great migration and Ngorongoro’s wonders, this journey captures the very soul of Tanzania safari tours.

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