7 days Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro

Day 3: Tarangire to Lake Manyara National Park

• Morning drive to Lake Manyara National Park (~1.5 hrs).

• Explore the diverse landscapes (forest, lake, and open savannah).

• Look for tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and hippos.

• Overnight at a lodge or campsite near Manyara.

Day 4: Lake Manyara to Serengeti National Park

• Long scenic drive to Serengeti National Park (~4-5 hrs).

• Afternoon game drive in Serengeti’s endless plains.

• Spot the Big Five, cheetahs, and the Great Migration (seasonal).

• Overnight at a lodge or campsite in Serengeti.

Day 5: Full Day in Serengeti

• Morning and afternoon game drives.

• Explore the Seronera Valley (central Serengeti) or the northern/southern parts depending on the migration season.

• Overnight at a lodge or campsite in Serengeti.

Day 6: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater

• Early morning game drive in Serengeti.

• Drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area, stopping at a Maasai village (optional).

• Overnight at a lodge or campsite near the crater rim.

Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater Tour – Return to Arusha

• Early morning descent into Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive.

• The crater is home to rhinos, lions, elephants, and large hippo pools.

• After lunch, drive back to Arusha (~4 hrs).

• Transfer to the airport or overnight in Arusha.