8 Day Tanzania Safari

 

Duration: 8 Days
From: $3,295 USD per person

Safari Overview

This immersive 8-day private safari takes you through the highlights of northern Tanzania. Enjoy a curated blend of wildlife experiences in iconic national parks like Serengeti, Tarangire, and Ngorongoro Crater, while also engaging in unique cultural encounters at Lake Eyasi and Lake Natron. Expect incredible landscapes, diverse wildlife, and personalized service throughout.

All safaris are private and can start on any day.


Itinerary in Brief

Day 1: Lake Manyara or Tarangire – Game Drive
Depending on the season, visit Lake Manyara (Dec–May) or Tarangire National Park (Jun–Nov) for an afternoon game drive. Lake Manyara offers lush scenery and over 400 bird species, while Tarangire is renowned for large herds of elephants and iconic baobab trees.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodations:

  • Budget: Endoro Lodge

  • Mid-Range: Lake Manyara Serena Lodge

  • Luxury: Tarangire River Camp

  • Elite: Lemala Manyara

Day 2: Activities Around Lake Manyara or Tarangire
Choose from game drives or local cultural and active experiences such as a village tour, ziplining, biking, or a coffee tour.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodations: Same as Day 1

Day 3: Serengeti – Afternoon Game Drive
Drive to Serengeti National Park and enjoy a picnic lunch at the Visitor’s Center. Begin wildlife viewing en route to your safari camp.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodations:

  • Budget: Serengeti Halisi Camp

  • Mid-Range: Serengeti Kati Kati Tented Camp

  • Luxury: Kubu Kubu Tented Camp

  • Elite: Lemala Ewanjan Camp (Seronera)

Day 4: Serengeti – Full-Day Game Drive
Spend the day exploring the vast Serengeti, home to the Great Migration and a dense predator population. Optional hot air balloon safari available at extra cost.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodations: Same as Day 3

Day 5: Ngorongoro – Drive with Optional Visits
Morning game drive as you exit Serengeti. Optional stops at Olduvai Gorge or a Maasai village. Continue to the Ngorongoro Highlands.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodations:

  • Budget: Rhino Lodge

  • Mid-Range: Ngorongoro Serena Lodge

  • Luxury: Gibbs Farm

  • Elite: Lemala Ngorongoro Tented Camp

Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater – Game Drive, Continue to Lake Eyasi or Natron
Descend into the Crater for a half-day game drive. Afterward, travel to Lake Natron or Lake Eyasi for a cultural experience.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodations:

  • Mid-Range: Tindiga Tented Camp

  • Luxury: Kisima Ngeda Tented Camp

  • Elite: Ziwani Lodge

Day 7: Lake Natron or Lake Eyasi – Activities
Choose from hiking, visiting ancient footprints, birdwatching (Natron), or cultural interactions with the Hadzabe and Datoga tribes (Eyasi).

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodations: Same as Day 6

Day 8: Return to Arusha/Moshi/Kilimanjaro Airport
After breakfast, drive back to your departure point. Optional stop at Arusha Coffee Lodge and Shanga Workshop.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch


Prices per person, valid through December 31, 2025:

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All prices are based on double/triple occupancy. Subject to change based on park fees, taxes, and currency fluctuations.


What’s Included

  • Accommodations as per itinerary
  • All meals as noted 
  • All park entrance fees
  • Private transport in 4×4 safari vehicle with roof hatch
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • Filtered water, inverter for charging, and radio communication
  • All road transfers as per itinerary

What’s Not Included

  • Flights (international & domestic)
  • Drinks & bottled water
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Optional tours (e.g., Olduvai Gorge, Maasai Village)
  • Personal expenses (visas, insurance, etc.)
  • Single room supplement
  • Holiday surcharge (Dec 20 – Jan 5)

🧒 Child Discount: Available for children under 15
🗓️ Departure: Any day, private tour

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