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7 DAYS / 6 NIGHTS · SAMPLE ITINERARY

7-Day Romantic Tanzania Safari

Intimate camps, quiet sundowners and the great landscapes of the north, just for two.

Overview

Intimate camps, quiet sundowners and the great landscapes of the north, just for two. 7-day route through Arusha, Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Serengeti, with your own guide and vehicle and accommodation chosen for location and atmosphere.

This is an inspirational sample itinerary. Every journey is tailor-made — route, pace and accommodation can all be adjusted to suit you.

Duration
7 days / 6 nights
Destinations
Arusha, Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Serengeti
Ideal for
Couples who want a private safari within a week.
When to travel
Good year-round. June to October is the classic dry season with easier wildlife viewing; November to May brings green landscapes, fewer vehicles and, from January to March, calving in the south. The long rains of April and May can affect some roads and camps.
DAY BY DAY

The journey.

Wildlife sightings, migration movements and river crossings depend on nature and are never guaranteed.

  1. Day1
    Arusha

    Arrival in Tanzania

    You are met at Kilimanjaro International Airport by a Bush Guides Safaris representative and transferred to your accommodation on the outskirts of Arusha, set among gardens with views toward Mount Meru on a clear day.

    There is nothing to do but settle in. A quiet dinner and an early night set the tone for the days ahead.

    Stay: Boutique lodge or coffee-estate retreat near ArushaMeals: Dinner
  2. Day2
    Tarangire

    Tarangire National Park

    After breakfast, drive west to Tarangire, a landscape of ancient baobabs and the seasonal Tarangire River. The park is known for large elephant herds, especially in the drier months, along with giraffe, zebra and a rich variety of birdlife.

    The day is paced for two: quiet stops, unhurried views and plenty of time together. Picnic lunch is taken in the park, and you continue exploring until late afternoon before reaching your accommodation.

    Stay: Intimate camp or lodge with a private, romantic feelMeals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  3. Day3
    Ngorongoro

    Ngorongoro Crater

    Descend early into Ngorongoro Crater, a vast caldera with grassland, swamp and a seasonal soda lake. Its permanent water supports buffalo, zebra, wildebeest, hippo and lion, and black rhino are occasionally seen, though no sighting is ever guaranteed.

    The day is paced for two: quiet stops, unhurried views and plenty of time together. A picnic lunch is enjoyed in the crater before you ascend in the afternoon.

    Stay: Intimate camp or lodge with a private, romantic feelMeals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  4. Day4
    Serengeti

    Into the Serengeti

    Cross the Ngorongoro highlands and descend to the plains, with an optional stop at Olduvai Gorge, one of the world’s most significant paleoanthropological sites. The landscape opens out as you enter the Serengeti.

    Game drive on the way to your camp, arriving in time for sundowners.

    Stay: Intimate camp or lodge with a private, romantic feelMeals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  5. Day5
    Central Serengeti

    Serengeti Plains

    Spend the day exploring the central Serengeti around the Seronera River, an area with resident wildlife year-round. Rocky kopjes, river woodland and open grassland support lion, leopard, cheetah and great herds of plains game.

    The day is paced for two: quiet stops, unhurried views and plenty of time together. Choose between a full day out with a picnic lunch or returning to camp for a midday rest.

    Stay: Intimate camp or lodge with a private, romantic feelMeals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  6. Day6
    Serengeti

    Balloon Flight & Serengeti

    An optional pre-dawn hot-air balloon flight lifts you over the plains as the sun rises, subject to weather and availability, followed by a traditional bush breakfast.

    The rest of the day continues by vehicle. The day is paced for two: quiet stops, unhurried views and plenty of time together.

    Stay: Intimate camp or lodge with a private, romantic feelMeals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  7. Day7
    Serengeti – Arusha

    Departure from the Serengeti

    Enjoy a final early game drive before a scenic light-aircraft flight back to Arusha, watching the plains give way to the highlands below.

    You are transferred to a day room or straight to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight.

    Meals: Breakfast, lunch

Included

  • Private vehicle and guide throughout
  • Accommodation as described in intimate camps and lodges
  • Meals as indicated
  • Park entrance, crater and conservation fees
  • Airport transfers and domestic flights where shown
  • 24/7 in-country support

Not included

  • International flights
  • Tanzania visa
  • Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
  • Optional activities such as balloon flights unless agreed
  • Gratuities for guides and lodge staff
  • Personal expenses and premium drinks

Customization note

Change the length, swap a park or upgrade a stay. We will shape this journey around you.

Explore the places on this route
TarangireNgorongoro CraterSerengetiMigration by Month
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