Composed for travellers who want the Mara River crossings. Seven days through Tarangire, then north Serengeti for the river, central Serengeti for the cats, and the Crater for the close.
Tarangire, North Serengeti, Central Serengeti & Ngorongoro
Seven days
The Brief
— The Ascend Tanzania
Parks visited
01
Tarangire
02
Serengeti (North)
03
Serengeti (Central)
04
Ngorongoro Crater
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Length & vehicle
We quote shorter or longer arcs from the same park sequence when flights allow — below are the tiers we publish for this itinerary family.
Private vehicle quotations assume your party only; shared departures quote per seat on confirmed dates.
| Safari length | Shared / group seat | Private vehicle |
|---|---|---|
| 7 days | $6,120 | $7,490 |
| 8 days | $6,680 | $8,190 |
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Which option fits you?
Both can deliver the same parks and lodges — compare price and schedule certainty with exclusivity on the vehicle and day-to-day pacing.
Shared / group seat
Pros
- Better per-seat value when departure dates suit you.
- Straightforward choice if you enjoy small-group vehicle dynamics.
Cons
- Wildlife rhythm follows the broader group unless everyone agrees to stop.
- Pickup times and sightings can be paced to the median guest.
- Seat-mate chemistry is not guaranteed.
Private vehicle
Pros
- Your vehicle — start times, sightings, and photo stops follow your crew.
- Ideal for mixed ages, honeymooners, or anyone who prefers not to share sightings.
- Cleaner extension into beach or bush flights — one itinerary spine.
Cons
- Higher cost for exclusive use of the vehicle and guiding team.
Families and photographers rarely regret the upgrade; budget-first travellers sharing fixed dates tend to thrive on seats.
Tell us preferred dates and party type — we will confirm availability within one business day.
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Day by day
Typical pacing and overnight stops on this safari. Your final dates and camps shift slightly with rainfall, wildlife movements, and your own pace.
DAY 01
Arusha to Tarangire
Pickup, briefing, drive to Tarangire, afternoon game drive.
Tarangire
Tonight · Tarangire Sopa Lodge
DAY 02
Tarangire to North Serengeti
A long drive north, arriving at the Mara River by late afternoon. We stay at a mobile camp on the river for two nights.
Serengeti (North)
Tonight · Northern Serengeti mobile camp
DAY 03
Mara River crossings
A full day on the river, watching the wildebeest plunge across.
Serengeti (North)
Tonight · Northern Serengeti mobile camp
DAY 04
North to Central Serengeti
A drive south to the Seronera Valley, the heart of the cats.
Serengeti (Central)
Tonight · Serengeti Serena Lodge
DAY 05
Full day in central Serengeti
A full day of game drives in Seronera.
Serengeti (Central)
Tonight · Serengeti Serena Lodge
DAY 06
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
Morning game drive, then transfer to the Crater rim.
Ngorongoro Crater
Tonight · Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge
DAY 07
Crater floor and departure
Morning game drive on the Crater floor, lunch on the rim, transfer to JRO.
Ngorongoro Crater
Tonight · Departure
Included
- →Private 4x4 Land Cruiser
- →Named guide-driver
- →All park and Crater fees
- →Six nights’ accommodation including two in mobile camp
- →All transfers
- →Drinking water
- →Binoculars
Yours to bring
- ·International flights
- ·Tanzania visa
- ·Insurance
- ·Tips
- ·Optional balloon flight
Gallery
The same theatre
Granite ridges, teak-coloured plains, crater light, and rainforest — corners of Tanzania our teams work in every season.
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