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7 Days Tanzania Birding Safari | Arusha, Tarangire & Lake Manyara

Discover Tanzania's Top Birding Destinations in 7 Days

7 Days Tanzania Birding Safari is the perfect itinerary for birdwatchers and nature lovers looking to discover Northern Tanzania’s most rewarding birding destinations. This Tanzania Birdwatching Safari explores Arusha National Park, Tarangire National Park, and Lake Manyara National Park, where diverse habitats support more than 600 bird of resident and migratory bird species alongside spectacular wildlife Search for flamingos, Hartlaub’s turacos, silvery-cheeked hornbills, yellow-collared lovebirds, secretary birds, bee-eaters, kingfishers, fish eagles, and countless migratory species while also enjoying encounters with elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and tree-climbing lions. Led by an experienced birding guide, this tour combines exceptional birdwatching, scenic landscapes, and comfortable accommodations for an unforgettable Tanzanian safari.

DAY BY DAY SUMMARY

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Day 2: Full-Day Birding in Arusha National Park
Day 3: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
Day 4: Full-Day Birding in Tarangire National Park
Day 4: Full-Day Birding in Tarangire National Park
Day 6: Full-Day Birding in Lake Manyara National Park
Day 7: Lake Manyara – Arusha – Departure

TOUR INFO

$2990 per person

7 Days

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Mid Range Safari

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DAY-BY-DAY

7 Days Tanzania Birding Safari guide spotting birds in Arusha National Park, Tarangire National Park and Lake Manyara
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Welcome to Tanzania's Birding Paradise

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be warmly welcomed by your professional birding guide and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, relax after your journey or explore the peaceful hotel gardens, where colorful sun-birds, weavers, and turacos are commonly seen. In the evening, enjoy a safari briefing and prepare for the exciting birdwatching adventure ahead.

1 NIGHT
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
7 Days Tanzania Birding Safari guide spotting birds in Arusha National Park, Tarangire National Park and Lake Manyara
7 Days Tanzania Birding Safari guide spotting birds in Arusha National Park, Tarangire National Park and Lake Manyara
Day 2: Full-Day Birding in Arusha National Park

Bird-watch Beneath the Slopes of Mount Meru

After breakfast, head to Arusha National Park, one of Tanzania's finest birdwatching destinations. Explore the Momella Lakes, montane forests, and open grasslands while searching for Hartline's turaco, Narina trogon, silvery-cheeked hornbill, African fish eagle, crowned eagle, flamingos, herons, kingfishers, and numerous waterbirds. Along the way, enjoy sightings of giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, warthogs, and black-and-white colobus monkeys before returning to Arusha in the evening.

1 NIGHT
Meals: All meals included
7 Days Tanzania Birding Safari guide spotting birds in Arusha National Park, Tarangire National Park and Lake Manyara
7 Days Tanzania Birding Safari in Arusha Tarangire and Lake Manyara
Day 3: Arusha – Tarangire National Park

Birding Among Baobabs and Elephant Herds

After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its ancient baobab trees, impressive elephant population, and outstanding birdlife. Explore the Tarangire River and surrounding woodlands while searching for yellow-collared lovebirds, northern pied babblers, secretary birds, kori bustards, hornbills, ostriches, bee-eaters, and a variety of raptors. The park's rich wildlife also provides excellent opportunities to see lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and wildebeest.

1 NIGHT
Meals: All meals included
7 Days Tanzania Birding Safari guide spotting birds in Arusha National Park, Tarangire National Park and Lake Manyara
7 Days Tanzania Birding Safari guide spotting birds in Arusha National Park, Tarangire National Park and Lake Manyara
Day 4: Full-Day Birding in Tarangire National Park

Discover One of Tanzania's Top Birding Destinations

Spend a full day exploring Tarangire's diverse habitats, from riverbanks and swamps to open savannahs and acacia woodlands. With more than 550 bird species recorded, the park offers exceptional opportunities to observe hornbills, barbets, kingfishers, eagles, vultures, rollers, weavers, starlings, and migratory birds. Between birding stops, enjoy outstanding wildlife viewing, including elephants, lions, leopards, and numerous plains game.

1 NIGHT
Meals: All meals included
7 Days Tanzania Birding Safari guide spotting birds in Arusha National Park, Tarangire National Park and Lake Manyara
7 Days Tanzania Birding Safari in Arusha Tarangire and Lake Manyara
Day 4: Full-Day Birding in Tarangire National Park

Explore Tanzania's Birdwatching Haven

After breakfast, continue to Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its alkaline lake, lush groundwater forest, and exceptional bird diversity. Search for thousands of flamingos, pelicans, storks, spoonbills, cormorants, kingfishers, hornbills, and African fish eagles. Alongside incredible birdlife, look out for elephants, hippos, giraffes, baboons, and the park's famous tree-climbing lions.

1 NIGHT
Meals: All meals included
7 Days Tanzania Birding Safari guide spotting birds in Arusha National Park, Tarangire National Park and Lake Manyara
7 Days Tanzania Birding Safari guide spotting birds in Arusha National Park, Tarangire National Park and Lake Manyara
Day 6: Full-Day Birding in Lake Manyara National Park

Discover the Rich Birdlife of the Rift Valley

Enjoy a full day exploring the varied ecosystems of Lake Manyara, from its lakeshore and marshes to dense forests and open plains. These habitats attract an incredible variety of resident and migratory birds, making the park one of East Africa's premier birdwatching destinations. Your expert guide will help you identify colorful bee-eaters, kingfishers, hornbills, herons, egrets, ibises, flamingos, and many other species while you also enjoy memorable wildlife sightings.

1 NIGHT
Meals: All meals included
7 Days Tanzania Birding Safari guide spotting birds in Arusha National Park, Tarangire National Park and Lake Manyara
7 Days Tanzania Birding Safari guide spotting birds in Arusha National Park, Tarangire National Park and Lake Manyara
Day 7: Lake Manyara – Arusha – Departure

Farewell to Tanzania's Remarkable Birdlife

After breakfast, enjoy a leisurely drive back to Arusha, with opportunities for birdwatching and scenic stops along the way. Depending on your departure schedule, you may visit a local craft market or enjoy lunch in Arusha before transferring to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your onward flight. Depart with unforgettable memories of Tanzania's extraordinary birdlife, spectacular landscapes, and exceptional wildlife.

NIGHT
Meals: Bed & Breakfast

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Safari Frequently Asked Questions

The safari includes accommodation, meals as per itinerary, park fees, a private birding guide, a 4×4 safari vehicle, game drives, birdwatching activities, and airport transfers.

The itinerary covers Arusha National Park, Tarangire National Park, and Lake Manyara National Park.

Northern Tanzania is home to over 600 bird species, offering excellent opportunities to observe both resident and migratory birds.

The best months are from November to April for migratory birds, while birdwatching is rewarding throughout the year.

Yes. This Tanzania Birding Safari is suitable for beginners, photographers, and experienced birders.

Yes. Besides birds, you may see elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, hippos, baboons, and many other animals.

Yes. Binoculars and a bird identification guide will greatly enhance your birdwatching experience.

Yes. An experienced professional birding guide accompanies you throughout the safari.

You may spot flamingos, Hartlaub’s turacos, hornbills, kingfishers, bee-eaters, fish eagles, secretary birds, lovebirds, storks, and numerous raptors.

It combines Tanzania’s best birdwatching parks with excellent wildlife viewing, comfortable accommodations, and expert local birding guides.

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