7 Days Serengeti Senior Safari Tanzania Senior Safari
Description
This 7-day Serengeti senior safari gives mature travelers a complete and deeply satisfying Northern Tanzania experience at a comfortable, relaxed pace. Covering Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, and the Serengeti, this itinerary has been crafted to maximize wildlife enjoyment while prioritizing senior traveler comfort.
Tanzania's wildlife does not care about your age - lions, elephants, and leopards are equally magnificent whether you are 30 or 70. What matters is the pace and comfort of the experience. Our senior safari program ensures that you experience everything at your own perfect speed, with every comfort considered and every need anticipated.
Safari Highlights
Seven days of comfortable senior game drives focused on the Serengeti
Multiple Serengeti zones explored at a relaxed and unhurried senior pace
Comfortable mid-range to 4-star lodges with senior-friendly facilities
Lake Manyara flamingos and tree-climbing lions for the whole experience
Expert guide experienced with senior travelers and flexible scheduling
Frequent comfort stops built into every drive — no rushing, no pressure to keep up
Senior-friendly 4x4 vehicles with extended legroom, grab handles, and easy step access
Guides are trained in senior travel awareness and first-aid certified
Accommodation selected for ground-floor rooms, flat pathways, and easy-access facilities
Day-by-Day 7-Day Serengeti Senior Safari Itinerary
Day 1: Arusha — Tarangire National Park — Karatu
Depart Arusha after a relaxed late breakfast for the comfortable two-hour drive to Tarangire National Park — one of Africa’s most senior-friendly safari destinations with flat terrain, excellent roads, and outstanding elephant viewing. Giant elephant herds and ancient baobab trees create an iconic landscape that immediately delivers the essence of the African safari. Comfortable picnic lunch in the park. Afternoon game drive before transferring to your lodge in Karatu for dinner, where the cool highland air and comfortable rooms ensure a restful night.
Accommodation: Karatu area | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 2: Karatu — Central Serengeti National Park
A relaxed breakfast before the scenic drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area to the Serengeti. The gradual descent from highland scenery to open savannah is one of Tanzania’s most beautiful drives, with comfort stops along the way. Enter the Serengeti at Naabi Hill Gate and drive to the Seronera Valley. Lodge lunch and midday rest — important for acclimatisation and energy management on longer safari days. Late afternoon comfortable game drive targeting the resident Seronera lion prides. Early dinner.
Accommodation: Central Serengeti area | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Full Day Central Serengeti — Lions & Leopards
A full day in the Serengeti at a senior-comfortable pace. Your private vehicle gives complete flexibility — rest when you need to, linger at every sighting, and set your own schedule. Morning drive along the Seronera River for lion prides, cheetah families, and leopards. Comfortable lodge lunch with a proper midday rest period. Afternoon drive to the kopjes for spectacular rocky outcrops with resident pride males and rock hyrax. Sundowners from the camp deck as the Serengeti glows in the evening light.
Accommodation: Central Serengeti area | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4: Full Day Central Serengeti — Elephant & Plains Game
Another full day in the Serengeti with different routes explored by your expert guide. Morning visit to the Moru Kopjes, Retima Hippo Pool, and the western corridor areas for elephant herds, hippo, crocodile, and giraffe. Comfortable picnic or lodge lunch. Afternoon bird watching and plains game viewing. The pace is entirely yours — the Serengeti’s extraordinary wildlife density means excellent sightings regardless of speed. An optional evening hot-air balloon flight (at extra cost) provides an extraordinary perspective for those who wish it.
Accommodation: Central Serengeti area | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5: Serengeti — Ngorongoro Conservation Area
A final comfortable morning game drive in the Serengeti at a relaxed pace. Then begin the scenic return drive east through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, climbing into the cool highland forest. The temperature drops pleasantly as you gain elevation, making the afternoon comfortable. Check into your lodge on the Ngorongoro crater rim or in the Karatu highlands, where mountain air and spectacular scenery provide a restful setting. Dinner with crater views.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro area | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater — Big Five at Leisure
A 06:30 departure for a comfortable descent into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater. The volcanic caldera holds one of Africa’s greatest concentrations of wildlife — lions resting in the morning sun, rare black rhinos grazing in the open grassland, vast buffalo herds, elephant families in the Lerai Forest, and endless zebra and wildebeest. Comfortable lodge picnic at Ngoitoktok Springs. Afternoon drive before ascending the crater wall by 15:00 for afternoon tea and a gentle evening at the lodge.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro area | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 7: Ngorongoro — Arusha & Departure
A final relaxed breakfast with crater views before the comfortable drive back to Arusha. The return journey through the Karatu highlands and past the escarpment takes approximately three hours at a comfortable pace, with a Lake Manyara viewpoint stop for final Rift Valley photographs. Arrive in Arusha for a farewell lunch. Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport or your Arusha hotel. End of a beautifully paced senior Tanzania safari experience.
Accommodation: N/A — Return to Arusha | Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Includes & Excludes
All national park entry and conservation fees
Private 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
Professional English-speaking guide
Full board accommodation
All meals during safari
Bottled water during game drives
Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
International flights
Tanzania visa fees
Travel insurance
Tips and gratuities
Personal expenses and souvenirs
Alcoholic beverages
Frequently Asked Questions
Tanzania offers excellent wildlife viewing year-round. The dry season (June to October) is ideal as animals gather near water sources making game viewing easier. The short dry season (January to March) is great for bird watching and the calving season. For the Great Migration river crossings, plan for July to October in Northern Serengeti. Contact us to discuss the best time for your specific interests.
Yes, all our safari itineraries are fully customizable. We can adjust the number of days, parks visited, accommodation category (budget to luxury), add Zanzibar beach extension, Kilimanjaro trekking, cultural experiences, or any other special request. Simply contact us with your preferences and we will design your perfect Tanzania safari.
Pack light, neutral-colored clothing (khaki, beige, olive green), a warm fleece or jacket for early morning drives, comfortable walking shoes, wide-brim hat, sunglasses, high-SPF sunscreen, insect repellent, binoculars, camera with extra batteries and memory cards, and any personal medications. A detailed packing list is provided upon booking confirmation.
Arusha has several international-standard clinics and a flying doctor service. Ngorongoro and Serengeti have basic medical posts and radio communication for evacuation. We recommend comprehensive travel insurance including medical evacuation. Bring sufficient personal medications as pharmacies in the parks are limited. Your guide carries a first aid kit and emergency contacts at all times.
Absolutely. Senior safaris are designed to be entirely flexible. Game drives start when you are ready, rest stops happen as frequently as needed, and there is always the option to return to camp early or skip an afternoon drive for rest. Share your preferences at the start and your guide will customise each day accordingly.
Our vehicles are standard 4x4 Land Cruisers which require stepping up approximately 60 cm. If you have limited mobility, please let us know in advance — we can arrange a step stool and a guide who will assist. In the Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti, most game viewing is done from the vehicle, so you spend minimal time walking. Hotel selection is also adjusted based on your mobility needs.
Safari Details
Safari Type
Senior Serengeti Safari
Safari Circuit
Northern Circuit
Key Destinations
Lake Manyara • Ngorongoro • Serengeti
Duration
7 Days / 6 Nights
Safari Vehicle
4x4 Land Cruiser with Pop-Up Roof
Departure Point
Arusha • JRO Airport • ARK Airport
Best For
Senior Travelers • Retirees • Over 60 Wildlife Enthusiasts
Safari Price
$Upon Request
Price depends on group size, accommodation category & season.
Why Book With Us
Expertise and Experience
Tailored Services
Comprehensive Planning
Client Satisfaction
24/7 Support
Contact Details
Mr. Yamat
Tour Operator
Call Us : +255 686 241 980
Email : info@safarismate.com
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