8-Day Northern Tanzania Safari
8 Days / 7 Nights

8-Day Northern Tanzania Safari

Complete Northern Circuit - Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Tarangire

8 Days2-6 PeopleMODERATE

Safari Overview

Experience the best of Northern Tanzania with extended time in the Serengeti, witnessing the Great Migration, exploring the Ngorongoro Crater, and observing massive elephant herds in Tarangire.

Safari Highlights

Great Wildebeest Migration
Multiple days in Serengeti
Ngorongoro Crater descent
Tarangire elephant herds
All Big Five sightings
Lake Manyara tree-climbing lions

Day-by-Day Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Welcome to Tanzania! Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you'll be met by your safari guide and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Enjoy a welcome briefing about your upcoming adventure.

Airport pickupHotel check-inSafari briefingRest and preparation
Meals: DLodge
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Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its massive elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Enjoy a full day game drive with picnic lunch.

Full day game driveElephant herdsBaobab forestTarangire River wildlife
Meals: B L DLodge
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Day 3: Tarangire to Lake Manyara

Morning game drive in Tarangire, then drive to Lake Manyara National Park for afternoon game viewing. Look for the famous tree-climbing lions and flamingos.

Morning game driveTree-climbing lionsFlamingo viewingGroundwater forest
Meals: B L DLodge
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Day 4: Lake Manyara to Serengeti

Journey through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area with stunning views of the crater. Continue to the legendary Serengeti National Park with game viewing en route.

Scenic driveNgorongoro viewpointEn route game viewingEnter Serengeti
Meals: B L DTented Camp
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Day 5: Full Day Serengeti National Park

Full day exploring the endless plains of the Serengeti. Track the Great Migration, search for big cats, and witness incredible wildlife concentrations.

Full day game drivesMigration trackingBig cat sightingsSundowner experience
Meals: B L DTented Camp
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Day 6: Serengeti to Ngorongoro

Morning game drive in Serengeti, then journey to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Evening at leisure on the crater rim with spectacular views.

Morning game driveScenic driveCrater rim viewsSunset viewing
Meals: B L DLodge
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Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater Full Day

Early morning descent into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full day of game viewing. This natural amphitheater hosts the Big Five and the world's highest concentration of wildlife.

Crater descentFull day crater floor game driveBig Five trackingPicnic lunch by hippo pool
Meals: B L DLodge
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Day 8: Ngorongoro to Arusha - Departure

After breakfast, drive back to Arusha. Optional visit to a Maasai market or cultural center. Transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport for your departure flight.

Scenic driveOptional cultural visitSouvenir shoppingAirport transfer
Meals: B L

What's Included

  • Airport transfers
  • All park fees and conservation fees
  • Professional safari guide
  • 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • Accommodation for 7 nights
  • All meals during safari
  • Bottled water daily
  • Game drives as per itinerary

What's Excluded

  • International flights
  • Tanzania visa fees ($50)
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional hot air balloon safari
  • Alcoholic beverages

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Quick Facts

Duration8 Days
Group Size2-6
DifficultyMODERATE
Safari TypeWildlife
AccommodationMid range

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