7 Days Budget Tanzania Birding Safari | 1 Week Birdwatching In Tanzania

The 7 days Tanzania birding safari offers an ultimate 1 week Bird watching & Wildlife adventure in Tanzania. This 7 days Tanzania Bird-watching itinerary offers an opportunities to spot various bird species in Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park,

Birdwatchers will find paradise in Tanzania’s wild scenery. Although there are plenty of birding opportunities in Tanzania, it will be much more enjoyable if you are accompanied by knowledgeable guides. Tanzania is home to a wide variety of bird species, making bird-watching safaris the most popular activity among bird enthusiasts.
Tanzania has over 200 migratory and 900 permanent bird species spread among its national parks and wildlife reserves; 500 of these species can be found in Tarangire National Park alone.

Safari Highlight For 7 Days Budget Tanzania Birding Safari

  • Arrive at Kilimanjaro international Airport
  • Full Day Arusha National Park
  • Full Day Tarangire NP
  • Full Day Serengeti NP
  • Ngorongoro Crater Safari
  • Ngorongoro Crater Tour-
  • Arusha/Kilimanjaro International Airport

A Detailed 7 Days Budget Tanzania Birding Safari

Day 1: Getting To Kilimanjaro

Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, our transfer/ safari driver will be there to greet you and give you a brief introduction to our stunning nation. He will then transport you to your hotel of choice in Arusha City, where you can relax before the next day of adventure. Planet Lodge Hotel on BB is mid-range. Kibo Palace Hotel on BB is semi-luxurious.

Day 2: Arusha National Park

After breakfast, collect our picnic lunch boxes then we take a short pleasant morning drive to Tarangire National Park, Arrive at the gate our driver will do all the government procedures then proceed inside the park for a full day game drive in the park located slightly off the main safari route. Tarangire National Park is a lovely quiet park in Northern Tanzania most famous for its elephant migration, and birding safari with a quiet atmosphere. Later in the evening we drive to the lodge/hotel for evening leisure and overnight.

Day 3: Tarangire national Park

We pick up our picnic lunchboxes after breakfast and then have a leisurely morning drive to Tarangire National Park. Once we reach the entrance, our driver will complete the necessary government paperwork before we begin a full-day wildlife drive in the park, which is situated a little way off the regular safari path. Known for its peaceful birding safari and elephant migration, Tarangire National Park is a beautiful, serene park in Northern Tanzania. We make the drive to the lodge/hotel later in the evening for evening activities and goodnight sleep.

Full Board: (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)

Mid-Range: Planet Lodge Hotel on Full Board

Semi-Luxury: Kibo Palace Hotel on Full Board

Day 4: (All day) Tarangire National Park

We are at Tarangire National Park for the entire day today. Known as the “Elephant Playground,” this vast park is home to massive populations of these powerful beasts(Elephants). Nevertheless, Tarangire can compete with the Serengeti in terms of animal numbers and is home to buffalo, lions, wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles. What could you possibly see today? It may be a lone male lion lounging under a tree or three male cheetahs lounging in the sun and growing closer. Perhaps a pair of giraffes contentedly nibbling on the finest acacia branches, or a graceful Grant’s gazelle or zebra leaping off the path. Watch out for kudu and oryx for Tarangire specialties.

 

It’s wise to pay attention to the small creatures here, as in other parks. The elegance of the giraffe or the strength and grandeur of an elephant can easily captivate one. Ask your guide to locate an agama lizard or you, preferably a male that changes color in response to temperature! Or a hyrax, often called a pimpi, a little, unremarkable animal about 30 cm long that is surprisingly linked to elephants!

You will rarely walk past a tree without noticing something of avian interest. A blue-eared starling or lilac-breasted roller could be a striking display of color. There are many ostriches, and it’s impossible not to laugh when you see the well-known, stoic-looking secretary bird clumsily padding across the plains.

The park is particularly well-known for its acacia woodland, rolling savannah, and magnificent baobab trees. Wear a scarf over your lips to protect your mouth from the dust, but it’s worth it to see so much wildlife. Return to the lodge in the evening for some downtime and the night.

Meal Plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)

Mid-Range: Lake Burunge Tented Lodge on Full Board

Semi-Luxury: Tarangire Sopa Lodge on Full Board

Day 5: Tarangire – Serengeti National Park

Your driver will be waiting at your hotel to begin your journey to the renowned Serengeti National Park, often known as “The Endless Plain.” This park is renowned for its abundant native species, especially the “Big Five“: buffalo, lions, leopards, elephants, and rhinos.

In the UNESCO-designated Serengeti, 300,000 Thomson’s gazelles and about 200,000 zebras accompany the wildebeests in search of new food. As you envision African wildlife, you may hear the exotic sounds of nearly 6 million hooves pounding the vast plains of the Serengeti. Following a tiring safari day, you will travel to your lodging for the dinner and nighttime.

Meal Plan: on Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)

Mid-Range: Embalakai Authentic Camp on Full Board (located inside the park)

Semi-Luxury: Serengeti Serena Lodge on Full Board (located inside the park)

Day 6: Serengeti – Ngorongoro

Following an early morning breakfast set off for a game drive through the Serengeti National Park. Then, after a short and scenic drive, we will arrive at the Ngorongoro Conservation Area (NCA), a vast highland region along the Rift Valley’s eastern arm that is home to the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater. The wildlife and other natural resources of Ngorongoro were intended to be conserved when the park was formed. Additionally, it boosts tourism while protecting the rights of indigenous communities. Make your way to the lodge in the late afternoon for relax before turning in for the a night rest.

Meal Plan: on Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)

Mid-Range: Country Lodge Karatu on Full Board (located outside the park)

Semi-Luxury: Ngorongoro Serena Lodge on Full Board (located at the Crater rim)

Day 7: Ngorongoro crater To Kilimanjaro Airport

We go for the crater tour after breakfast, which is home to about 120 lions with clearly defined territories, 15,000 wildebeest, 9,000 zebras, 400 hyenas, and about 50 black rhinos. The numerous year-round water sources benefit the numerous herd animals, including wildebeest, and are supplemented by seasonal migratory populations. Along with a plethora of highland birds, you can spot buffalo, Thomson’s gazelle, and eland in the area. Hippos inhabit the swamps and pools, and there are many different kinds of birds in the highlands. A portion of the crater bottom is occupied by Lake Magadi, where flamingos are frequently spotted. Later, following your crater tour, go to Kilimanjaro International Airport in Arusha for your flight back home

Inclusions For 7 Days Budget Tanzania Birding Safari

  • AMREF Flying Doctor Insurance (This service is only available before its dark and can only transfer you to the nearest airstrip to hospital during Emergency)
  • Unlimited bottled drinking water during game viewing
  • Unlimited game mileage
  • Park entry fees and Crater fees (24hrs single entry)
  • Professional English-Speaking Driver guide
  • A Friendly, Experienced and Passionate Driver Guide expert at a wide variety of skills: Flora and Fauna, Tanzania’s cultural and natural history
  • 4X4 Custom built – Toyota Land cruiser
  • Pop-up Roof, Opening Sliding windows, Seat Belts, Heavy duty wheels, and Extra Fuel tanks
  • Refrigerator for cooling drinks, one pair of binoculars per couple, Eco friendly Trash Bag

Exclusions For 7 Days Budget Tanzania Birding Safari

  • International flights (from/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and after safari
  • Tips (Tipping guidance US$20 per person per day
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees,etc)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
  • Alcohol drinks
  • Travel insurance and medical repatriation
  • Beverage in the accommodation you will be staying