Best 8 Days Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater & Tarangire Tanzania Safari
This 8 Days Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater & Tarangire Tanzania Safari covers 1 night in Arusha City depending on your arrival schedule, 1 night near Lake Manyara National Park or Karatu area, 3 nights within Serengeti National Park, 1 night near/within the Ngorongoro Highlands or Karatu area, and 1 night near/within Tarangire National Park or Lake Manyara area depending on your departure schedule. The safari can start from Arusha Airport, Kilimanjaro International Airport, or Arusha City and is designed specifically for travelers who want to explore Tanzania’s most famous northern safari destinations while enjoying excellent wildlife viewing, beautiful landscapes, and unforgettable safari experiences. Accompanied by our professional, certified, experienced and passionate safari guides, this journey offers unforgettable wildlife encounters and memories that will last a lifetime.
Starting from Arusha Airport, Kilimanjaro International Airport, or Arusha City, this safari is one of the best options for travelers who want to experience Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park in one well-planned itinerary. The journey combines Great Rift Valley scenery, groundwater forest, birdlife, endless Serengeti plains, predator action, seasonal migration routes, crater wildlife, large elephant herds, baobab landscapes, and incredible wildlife diversity that make Tanzania one of Africa’s leading safari destinations.
Your safari journey begins with arrival at Arusha Airport, Kilimanjaro International Airport, or Arusha City. Depending on your arrival time, you may spend the first night in Arusha City before entering the parks. This overnight stay allows you to recover from your flight, organize your safari equipment, meet your guide, and prepare for the adventure ahead.
Depending on your travel arrangements, you can be picked up from Arusha Airport, Kilimanjaro International Airport, your hotel in Arusha, or another designated location. At the end of the safari, you can be dropped at your hotel, Arusha Airport, Kilimanjaro International Airport, or another agreed location.
Throughout this safari, you will travel in a comfortable 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof. This provides excellent visibility for wildlife viewing, photography, and enjoying the spectacular landscapes of northern Tanzania.
This 8 Days Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater & Tarangire Tanzania Safari is ideal for wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, couples, families, solo travelers, nature lovers, birdwatchers, first-time safari travelers, and anyone seeking a complete Tanzania safari experience through four of the most iconic destinations in the northern safari circuit.
8 Days Tanzania Safari at a Glance
- Safari Name: 8 Days Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater & Tarangire Tanzania Safari
- Starting Point: Arusha Airport, Kilimanjaro International Airport, or Arusha City
- Ending Point: Arusha City, Arusha Airport, or Kilimanjaro International Airport
- Accommodation Before Safari: Optional overnight stay in Arusha depending on arrival time
- Night 1: Hotel / Lodge in Arusha City depending on arrival schedule
- Night 2: Lodge / Tented Camp near Lake Manyara National Park or Karatu area
- Night 3: Lodge / Tented Camp within Serengeti National Park
- Night 4: Lodge / Tented Camp within Serengeti National Park
- Night 5: Lodge / Tented Camp within Serengeti National Park
- Night 6: Lodge / Tented Camp near/within Ngorongoro Highlands or Karatu area
- Night 7: Lodge / Tented Camp near/within Tarangire National Park or Lake Manyara area
- Main Attractions: Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Highlands, Great Rift Valley
- Wildlife: Elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas, rhinos if lucky, flamingos, baboons, antelopes, and many bird species
- Best For: Wildlife lovers, photographers, couples, families, solo travelers, nature lovers, birdwatchers, first-time safari travelers, and safari adventurers
Important Travel Information
| Location | Distance & Travel Time |
|---|---|
| Kilimanjaro International Airport to Arusha City | Approximately 50 km | About 1 hour drive depending on traffic and road conditions |
| Arusha Airport to Arusha City | Approximately 8 km | About 15 minutes drive depending on traffic |
| Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park | Approximately 125 km | About 2 to 3 hours drive depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions |
| Lake Manyara Game Drive | Half-day to full-day wildlife exploration across groundwater forest, open grasslands, acacia woodland, wetlands, and lake shore areas |
| Lake Manyara / Karatu Area to Serengeti National Park | Approximately 250 km to 280 km | About 5 to 7 hours drive including scenic stops, Ngorongoro transit, wildlife viewing, and park entry procedures |
| Serengeti Game Drives | Full-day wildlife exploration across endless plains, kopjes, river areas, woodland zones, and seasonal migration routes |
| Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands | Approximately 145 km | About 3 to 4 hours drive with wildlife viewing along the route |
| Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive | Half-day wildlife exploration inside the crater floor |
| Ngorongoro Highlands / Karatu to Tarangire National Park | Approximately 120 km to 160 km | About 2.5 to 4 hours drive depending on accommodation location, route, and road conditions |
| Tarangire Game Drive | Half-day to full-day wildlife exploration across river areas, baobab landscapes, woodland zones, and open savannah |
| Tarangire National Park to Arusha | Approximately 120 km | About 2 to 3 hours drive depending on traffic and road conditions |
| Arusha City to Arusha Airport | Approximately 8 km | About 15 minutes drive depending on traffic |
| Arusha City to Kilimanjaro International Airport | Approximately 50 km | About 1 hour drive depending on traffic and road conditions |
Places You Will Visit on This 8 Days Tanzania Safari
Arusha City – Gateway to Northern Tanzania Safari
Arusha City is the main starting point for northern Tanzania safaris and serves as the tourism capital of Tanzania. It offers easy access to Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park, and many other safari destinations.
Most travelers arrive through Arusha Airport or Kilimanjaro International Airport before beginning their safari. Depending on the arrival schedule, travelers may spend a night in Arusha before the safari begins, allowing time to rest, meet the guide, and prepare before entering the wilderness.
Lake Manyara National Park – Scenic Beauty and Birdlife
Lake Manyara National Park is a beautiful safari destination located along the Great Rift Valley escarpment. The park is known for its diverse habitats, including groundwater forest, open grassland, acacia woodland, wetlands, and the alkaline lake.
The park is home to elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, wildebeest, hippos, baboons, monkeys, warthogs, antelopes, flamingos, pelicans, and many other bird species. Its compact size and scenic landscapes make it a rewarding destination for relaxed wildlife viewing and photography.
Visiting Lake Manyara at the beginning of this safari gives travelers a beautiful introduction to northern Tanzania with forest scenery, birdlife, wildlife, and spectacular views of the Great Rift Valley before continuing towards Serengeti National Park.
Serengeti National Park – Endless Plains and Big Cats
Serengeti National Park is one of Africa’s most famous wildlife destinations and one of the best places in Tanzania for big cats, open savannah landscapes, and unforgettable game drives. The park is also home to the world-famous Great Wildebeest Migration.
The park supports large populations of lions, leopards, cheetahs, hyenas, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, gazelles, hippos, crocodiles, and many bird species. Its endless plains create one of the most spectacular safari landscapes on Earth.
Spending three nights inside Serengeti allows travelers to explore different wildlife regions and maximize opportunities for predator sightings, photography, and seasonal migration activity depending on the time of year.
Ngorongoro Highlands – Scenic Views and Cultural Landscapes
The Ngorongoro Highlands are known for their cool temperatures, green hills, forests, farms, Maasai communities, and dramatic views. The region offers some of the most beautiful scenery in northern Tanzania.
The highlands provide an excellent base for visiting Ngorongoro Crater and offer a relaxing contrast to the open plains of Serengeti.
Ngorongoro Crater – Africa’s Wildlife Eden
Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera and one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife destinations. The crater floor supports a remarkable concentration of wildlife throughout the year.
Visitors may encounter lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas, gazelles, and the endangered black rhino within a relatively small area.
Its unique ecosystem and spectacular scenery make Ngorongoro Crater one of the highlights of any Tanzania safari.
Tarangire National Park – Elephants and Baobab Trees
Tarangire National Park is one of northern Tanzania’s most rewarding safari destinations and is famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, seasonal wildlife movement, and beautiful river landscapes.
The park is home to elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, impalas, waterbucks, warthogs, lions, leopards, cheetahs, hyenas, and many bird species. During the dry season, animals gather near the Tarangire River, creating excellent game viewing opportunities.
Visiting Tarangire towards the end of this safari gives travelers a memorable wildlife experience filled with elephant herds, baobab landscapes, river scenery, and classic northern Tanzania safari views before returning to Arusha.
Why Choose This 8 Days Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater & Tarangire Tanzania Safari?
- Explore four iconic destinations in Tanzania’s northern safari circuit.
- Visit Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park.
- Start conveniently from Arusha Airport, Kilimanjaro International Airport, or Arusha City.
- Spend three nights inside Serengeti National Park for excellent wildlife viewing opportunities.
- Visit the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater.
- Search for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, rhinos if lucky, wildebeest herds, zebras, and many other wildlife species.
- Enjoy Lake Manyara’s forest scenery, birdlife, and Great Rift Valley views.
- Experience Serengeti’s endless plains, big cat sightings, and seasonal migration routes.
- Discover Ngorongoro Crater’s rich wildlife concentration and spectacular scenery.
- Experience Tarangire’s elephant herds and baobab landscapes.
- Professional English-speaking safari guide.
- Comfortable 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof.
- Outstanding photography opportunities.
- Suitable for couples, families, solo travelers, groups, birdwatchers, and nature lovers.
- Explore Tanzania’s most iconic northern safari destinations in one complete itinerary.
Best Time for This 8 Days Tanzania Safari
This 8 Days Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater & Tarangire Tanzania Safari can be enjoyed throughout the year, although the dry season from June to October is especially popular for wildlife viewing. During this period, animals often gather around rivers, waterholes, and open plains, making sightings easier and photography more rewarding.
The green season from November to May offers lush landscapes, fewer crowds, fresh vegetation, newborn animals, excellent birdwatching opportunities, and beautiful scenery across Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Tarangire. This period is also ideal for travelers who enjoy peaceful landscapes, photography, birdlife, and seasonal wildlife activity.
Short Itinerary
- Day 1 -Arusha to Lake Manyara. Game drives at Lake Manyara
- Day 2 -Transfer to Central Serengeti. Afternoon game drives in Central Serengeti
- Day 3 - Central Serengeti full day game drives
- Day 4 - Central Serengeti full day game drives
- Day 5 -Morning game drives in Central Serengeti and transfer to Ngorongoro/Karatu
- Day 6 - Ngorongoro Crater Tour (5 hours) and transfer to Karatu/Tarangire
- Day 7 -Tarangire full day game drives
- Day 8 -Tarangire game drives and afternoon transfer to Arusha
Basic Camping Packages
Below are packages with basic camping for your private tour, starting on Dec 23, 2023, in a group of two adults. On basic camping tours, you sleep in small dome tents that are pitched at campsites & bathrooms are shared. A cook travels with you & prepares meals.
Option C1: $2,312 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Migombani Campsite, Mto Wa Mbu, Lake Manyara (Outside the Park)
- Stay at Seronera Campsite, Central Serengeti
- Stay at Ngorongoro Campsite, NCA
- Stay at Tarangire Campsite (Inside park), Tarangire (Within the Park)
Ensuite Accommodation Packages
Below are packages with a few popular ensuite options for your private tour, starting on Nov 13, 2023, in a group of two adults. Ensuite hotels are tented camps/lodges that can be inside/around national parks. You will have a private room with attached bathroom. Meals are provided by hotels.
Option E1 : $2,828 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Omega View Hotel, Karatu
- Stay at Tukaone Camps, Central Serengeti
- Stay at Omega View Hotel, Karatu
- Stay at Sangaiwe Tented Lodge, Tarangire (Outside the Park)
Option E2 : $3,298 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Migombani Cottage, Lake Manyara (Outside the Park)
- Stay at Tanzania Bush Camps, Seronera, Central Serengeti
- Stay at Rhino Lodge, NCA
- Stay at Sangaiwe Tented Lodge, Tarangire (Outside the Park)
Option E3 : $3,664 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Manyara Best View Lodge - Silver Room, Lake Manyara (Outside the Park)
- Stay at Serenity Nyota Camp, Central Serengeti
- Stay at Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge, NCA
- Stay at Ang'ata Tarangire Camp, Tarangire (Within the Park)
Option E4 : $4,527 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Escarpment Luxury Lodge, Lake Manyara (Outside the Park)
- Stay at Acacia Seronera Luxury Camp, Central Serengeti
- Stay at Lemala Ngorongoro, NCA
- Stay at Tarangire Ndovu Tented Lodge, Tarangire (Within the Park) >
Option E5 : $7,679 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Lake Manyara KIlimamoja Lodge, Lake Manyara (Outside the Park)
- Stay at Lemala Nanyukie, Central Serengeti
- Stay at Melia Ngorongoro Lodge, NCA - Premier Room with Forest Views
- Stay at Lemala Mpingo Ridge, Tarangire (Within the Park)
Option E6 : $12,250 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Lake Manyara Tree Lodge - Suite, Lake Manyara (Within the Park)
- Stay at Four Seasons Safari Lodge - Terrace Suite Water Hole View, Central Serengeti
- Stay at Ngorongoro Crater Lodge, NCA - Suite
- Stay at Sanctuary Swala Camp, Tarangire (Within the Park)
TRIP ITINERARY
Day
1
Arusha to Lake Manyara
Pick up at 8:30 AM from your hotel in Arusha and depart for Lake Manyara National Park with a picnic lunch for a full day game drive. As you enter the national park, lush forests of Acacia and Mahogany trees begin to set the mood for what is waiting ahead. The game drive will go on till evening with a small break for picnic lunch. During the game drive watch out for buffaloes, giraffes, impalas, baboons and the blue monkeys. Another spectacle of Lake Manyara National park is the tree climbing lions, however spotting them is a game of luck. In the right season, you can see the shoreline turning pink with millions of flamingos flocking there. Post the game drive, you will head back to your camp/lodge where a delicious dinner awaits you
Day
2
Lake Manyara to Central Serengeti
After breakfast we head towards the Serengeti National Park, via the beautiful high lying farmland of Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Leaving the highlands behind, we descend into the heart of wild Africa - the Serengeti National Park - with its endless plains, rolling into the distance as far as the eye can see. We head to the central park area, known as the Seronera area, one of the richest wildlife habitats in the park, featuring the Seronera River, which provides a valuable water source to this area and therefore attracts wildlife well representative of most of the Serengeti's species. We arrive in time for lunch and enjoy an afternoon game drive in the Serengeti National Park.
Day
3-4
Central Serengeti
You can either have a relaxed breakfast and depart for full day game drives around 9:00 AM with packed lunch and return back to lodge late afternoon around 6:00 PM. Or you can depart at 6:00 AM on an early morning game drive. Later return to accommodation for breakfast and relax for a bit and depart on an afternoon game drive with packed lunch. You will explore the central portion of the Serengeti National Park today. The legendary Serengeti National Park is the most renowned safari destination for its incredible population of lions and leopards. The central portion of the Serengeti - known as Seronera area is one of the richest wildlife habitats in the park. It features the Seronera River, which provides a valuable water source to this area and therefore attracts wildlife well representative of most of the Serengeti’s species. During the off season of the migration, one must really look out for the many lion pride that thrive in this region. The interactions and survival of these lion pride provide an excellent game viewing experience all year round. Along with a picnic lunch during the full day game drive, the day will come to a close by around 5PM. The long day comes to an end with a heavy dinner and a good night’s rest in your accommodation.
Day
5
Central Serengeti to Ngorongoro
After breakfast, you will have a morning game drive in Serengeti National Park. Later depart for Ngorongoro Conservation Area with picnic lunch. Ngorongoro Crater is the largest collapsed volcanic crater in the world and fourteen kilometers of isolated natural beauty. Ngorongoro Crater is surrounded by a ring of extinct volcanoes and the floor, dotted with watering holes, shelters some 30,000 animals. The eventful day comes to an end with a heavy dinner and a good night’s rest in your accommodation.
Day
6
Ngorongoro Crater Tour (5 hours) to Tarangire
After an early breakfast, descend to the crater floor for game drive(5 hours). You can expect to see lions, elephants, Zebras, Hippos, Flamingos, Jackals, Rhinos Antelopes and many birds. The birds seen here include eagle, vulture, and flamingos in the Crater Lake, stork, bats, giant vulture, sacred ibis, kori bustard, blacksmith plover, long necked heron and the cattle eagle. Post the picnic lunch at the beautiful Hippo pool, you will begin a steep ascend to the top exit of the crater. With a 2hr drive left to your accommodation in Karatu, the day will come to a close. Freshly made delicious dinner is kept ready for you at your chosen accommodation. All these days of the safari, will have you quite tired and a good rest is essential. The next day you will begin the last leg of your safari.
Day
7
Tarangire
Your day will begin after a breakfast by about 8AM with a full day game drive in Tarangire National Park ahead of you. The national park is extremely famous and special for its diverse landscape and nine different vegetation zones. As you begin your game drive, you will be welcomed by the ancient and gigantic Baobab trees, which make even animals like the giraffe look tiny. The game drive goes on till about late afternoon and includes a small stop for a picnic lunch. The 3,000 Sq Kms park gets its name from the Tarangire river that flows through it. The river attracts a lot of diverse animals and you should be able to spot a lot of elephants, giraffe, lions, antelopes and zebras. If it’s your lucky day, you might be able to spot the tree climbing python and the long necked Gerek. The Tarangire National Park has the highest concentration of elephants, which offers a unique chance for you to observe interactions between elephant families. Don’t forget to capture this beautiful scenery with your camera ready at hand. Post the game drive, you will head back to your camp/lodge where a delicious dinner awaits you. Have a good night’s sleep for tomorrow's adventure.
Day
8
Tarangire to Arusha
The final day of your safari will begin as usual by 8:00 AM after a luscious breakfast. The destination for today is Arusha to Tarangire National Park where you will have a half day game drive. Tanzania’s third largest National park is known for its majestic baobab trees that dot the landscape, dwarfing the animals that feed beneath them. The Tarangire River is the centerpiece of this park which is famous for some of the largest herds of elephants in Africa. Here you may see lion, leopard, cheetah, lesser kudu, buffalo, Oryx, eland, giraffe and zebra. By mid afternoon, you will branch out and head towards Arusha where you will be dropped off to your preferred location by about 6PM in the evening. With an incredible experience and loads of memories to cherish, this is the time you bid goodbye to your team.
Stay Locations
- Day 1 - Karatu or Lake Manyara (Outside the Park) or Lake Manyara (Within the Park)
- Day 2 - Central Serengeti
- Day 3 - Central Serengeti
- Day 4 - Central Serengeti
- Day 5 - Karatu or NCA
- Day 6 -Karatu or Tarangire (Within the Park) or Tarangire (Outside the Park)
- Day 7 - Tarangire (Within the Park) or Tarangire (Outside the Park)
Pre & Post Tour Hotels
Arusha is the base for safari tours in North Tanzania. If you need accommodation in Arusha before/after your safari tour you can check some popular hotel prices on bed and breakfast basis below.
Single Room
- - Crest Safari Lodge - USD 47
- - Kutoka Lodge - USD 64
- - Karama lodge - USD 113
- - The African Tulip - USD 149
- - Four Points by Sheraton, Arusha - Traditional queen room - USD 205
- - Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge - Plantation room - USD 375
Double Sharing room
- - Crest Safari Lodge - USD 29
- - Kutoka Lodge - USD 49
- - Karama lodge - USD 76
- - The African Tulip - USD 112
- - Four Points by Sheraton, Arusha - Traditional queen room - USD 120
- - Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge - Plantation room - USD 240
Triple Sharing Room
- - Crest Safari Lodge - USD 29
- - Kutoka Lodge - USD 40
- - Karama lodge - USD 73
- - The African Tulip - USD 93
- - Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge - Plantation room - USD 180
Add-on tours in Serengeti
- Hot Air Balloon Ride: USD 540 per person
- Rhino Tracking: USD 110 per person
- Short Walking Tour (upto 4 hours): USD 45 per person
- Long Walking Tour (upto 6 hours): USD 60 per person
Add-on tours in Ndutu
- Hot Air Balloon Ride: USD 540 per person
- Short Walking Tour (upto 4 hours): USD 45 per person
- Long Walking Tour (upto 6 hours): USD 60 per person
Add-on tours in Ngorongoro
- Masai Village Tour: USD 25 per person
- Olduvai Gorge museum visit: USD 35 per person
- Ngorongoro Crater Rim Hike: USD 35 per person
Add-on tours in Tarangire
- Hot Air Balloon Ride: USD 540 per person
- Short Walking Tour (upto 4 hours): USD 45 per person
- Long Walking Tour (upto 6 hours): USD 60 per person
- Night Game Drives (for clients staying inside): USD 100-200 per person depending on lodge
Add-on tours in Karatu
- Coffee Plantation Tour: USD 20 per person
- Iraq Village Tour: USD 25 per person
- Endoro Falls & Elephant Caves visit: USD 35 per person
Transfers
This tour starts from Arusha. Kilimanjaro airport is the nearest international airport and Arusha airport is the nearest domestic airport.
Airport Pickup/Drop
Pickup or drop off at Arusha airport on the day of safari: No extra charge Pickup or drop off at Kilimanjaro airport on the day of safari: USD 30 per vehicle
Airport to Hotel transfers
Transfer from Arusha airport to Arusha hotel or vice versa: USD 25 per vehicle Transfer from Kilimanjaro airport to Arusha hotel or vice versa: USD 50 per vehicle
InterCity transfers
Transfer from Moshi to Arusha or vice versa: USD 100 per vehicle Transfer from Nairobi to Arusha or vice versa: USD 275 per vehicle
Flights
We do not book International Flights.
We can book local flights based on availability. Below are indicative additional costs for local flights.
Intercity Flights
- From Zanzibar to Arusha: From USD 100 per person (Morning flight)
- From Dar es salaam to Arusha: From USD 90 per person (Morning flight)
- From Arusha to Zanzibar: From USD 170 per person (Late Afternoon flight)
- From Arusha to Dar es salaam: From USD 110 per person (Late Afternoon flight)
This tour starts & ends at Arusha with road transfers between all locations. Central Serengeti is the farthest location you will be visiting in this tour and it is 7 hours from Arusha, each way. You can check about driving and flying to Serengeti here. To save drive time, you can directly fly into Central Serengeti where your safari vehicle with guide will be waiting to directly start the safari and cover other parks over the next few days making your way to Arusha by road on the last day. We will reroute the itinerary such that you cover all the parks included in the original itinerary with the same choice of accommodations & same number of nights as included in the original itinerary. This is called a Fly-in Safari
We can also reroute the itinerary such that you start with driving from Arusha on day 1 and cover other parks before you drive to Serengeti. We end the safari tour at Central Serengeti on the last day from where you can fly out to Ausha (or other cities). We will reroute the itinerary such that you cover all the parks included in the original itinerary with the same choice of accommodations & same number of nights as included in the original itinerary. This is called a Fly-out Safari.
Fly into Serengeti
- From Arusha to Central Serengeti: From USD 310 per person
- From Zanzibar to Central Serengeti: From USD 370 per person
- From Dar es Salaam to Central Serengeti: From USD 370 per person
Fly out of Serengeti
- From Central Serengeti to Arusha: From USD 200 per person
- From Central Serengeti to Zanzibar: From USD 420 per person
- From Central Serengeti to Dar es salaam: From USD 420 per person
Note 1 : Rates mentioned above are indicative and subject to change based on airlines and party(group) size
Note 2 : In the Fly into Serengeti rates mentioned above, in addition to airfare, above rates also include cost to send the safari landcruiser with guide a day in advance to Serengeti, in time for your arrival & additional park fees that results due to rerouting of itinerary.
Note 3 : Flights into Serengeti land at around 10:30 AM and game drives can start soon after landing while flights out of Serengeti depart around 11:00 AM and game drives can be done till about 45 min before flight departure.
Meals
- Day 1 - Lunch & Dinner
- Day 2 - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Day 3 - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Day 4 - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Day 5 - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Day 6 - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Day 7 - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Day 8 - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Day 8 - Breakfast & Lunch
Drive Times
- Day 1 - Arusha to Lake Manyara takes about 2.5 to 3 hours (114 km)
- Day 2 - Lake Manyara to Central Serengeti takes about 4 to 4.5 hours (192 km)
- Day 5 - Central Serengeti to NCA takes about 3 to 3.5 hours (151 km)
- Day 6 - NCA to Tarangire takes about 1.5 to 2 hours (108 km)
- Day 8 - Tarangire to Arusha takes about 2.5 to 3 hours (106 km)
Note: These are estimated drive times. Because of the traffic, location of the accommodations, and several other factors, actual drive times may vary. Driving distances are approximate and do not account for exact places.
Safari Tour Inclusions & Exclusions
Below is a clear breakdown of what is included and excluded in your Tanzania safari package. This helps you understand exactly what to expect before your journey to Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and other parks.
What’s Included in Your Safari
What’s Not Included
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