Embark on an 8-day mid-range safari across Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations. This tour combines Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, and Serengeti National Park, offering incredible wildlife encounters including the Big Five, while staying in comfortable mid-range lodges and tented camps. Perfect for travelers seeking adventure with good comfort and value.
Safari Highlights
Spot the Big Five across multiple national parks.
Explore the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Discover Lake Manyara National Park, famous for flamingos and tree-climbing lions.
Explore the Serengeti with its vast plains and abundant wildlife.
Comfortable mid-range accommodations.
Private game drives with knowledgeable guides.
Scenic drives and excellent photographic opportunities.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha – Transfer to Tarangire
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and meet your guide. Drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its elephant herds and iconic baobab trees.
Experience: Afternoon game drive to see elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and a variety of birds. Enjoy the African sunset over the savannah.
Accommodation: Mid-range lodge or tented camp near Tarangire.
Day 2: Tarangire Full-Day Safari
Spend the day exploring Tarangire’s wildlife and landscapes.
Experience: Morning and afternoon game drives provide opportunities to spot large elephant herds, predators, and other wildlife. Sunset photography over the park’s iconic baobabs.
Accommodation: Same lodge or camp as Day 1.
Day 3: Tarangire – Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park.
Experience: Afternoon game drive spotting flamingos, hippos, baboons, and the famous tree-climbing lions. Scenic views and photography opportunities at the lake.
Accommodation: Mid-range lodge near Lake Manyara.
Day 4: Lake Manyara – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, stopping at Olduvai Gorge for a cultural and historical visit.
Experience: Arrive at a lodge on the crater rim with panoramic views. Evening at leisure to enjoy the scenery and lodge amenities.
Accommodation: Mid-range lodge overlooking Ngorongoro Crater.
Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater Full-Day Safari
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive.
Experience: Spot lions, elephants, rhinos, zebras, and wildebeest in a spectacular natural amphitheater. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater.
Accommodation: Same crater rim lodge.
Day 6: Ngorongoro – Serengeti National Park
Travel to Serengeti National Park, arriving in time for an afternoon game drive.
Experience: Observe lions, cheetahs, elephants, and herds of grazing animals on the plains. Sunset over the Serengeti adds a magical touch.
Accommodation: Mid-range lodge or tented camp in Serengeti.
Day 7: Serengeti Full-Day Game Drive
Spend the day exploring the Serengeti’s endless plains.
Experience: Private game drives to witness predators in action and observe large herbivore herds. Optional picnic lunch in the park. Evening at leisure.
Accommodation: Same lodge or camp as Day 6.
Day 8: Serengeti – Departure
Early morning game drive before returning to your lodge for breakfast. Transfer to Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport for onward travel.
Experience: Final opportunity to photograph wildlife and scenic landscapes before concluding your safari.
Safari Inclusive
Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof.
Professional English-speaking safari guide/driver.
Accommodation in mid-range lodges and tented camps.
All park entrance fees and government taxes.
All meals during the safari (breakfast, lunch, dinner).
Bottled water in the vehicle and at lodges.
Transfers to/from Kilimanjaro International Airport.
Safari Exclusive
International flights to/from Tanzania.
Travel insurance.
Personal expenses (tips, souvenirs, beverages outside meals).
Optional activities (hot air balloon rides, cultural tours).
Visa fees for Tanzania.
