Best 8 Days Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Lake Natron, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater & Lake Eyasi Tanzania Safari
This 8 Days Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Lake Natron, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater & Lake Eyasi Tanzania Safari covers 1 night near/within Tarangire National Park or Lake Manyara area, 1 night near Lake Natron, 2 nights within Serengeti National Park, 1 night near/within the Ngorongoro Highlands or Karatu area, 1 night near Lake Eyasi, and 1 night in Arusha City depending on your arrival schedule and safari arrangement. 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 also experiencing unique cultural encounters, beautiful landscapes, and unforgettable wildlife viewing. 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 Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Lake Natron, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Eyasi in one well-planned itinerary. The journey combines large elephant herds, baobab landscapes, Great Rift Valley scenery, flamingos, waterfalls, endless Serengeti plains, predator action, crater wildlife, Hadzabe and Datoga cultural experiences, birdlife, 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 Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Lake Natron, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater & Lake Eyasi Tanzania Safari is ideal for wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, couples, families, solo travelers, cultural travelers, nature lovers, birdwatchers, and anyone seeking a complete Tanzania safari experience through iconic wildlife parks, scenic lakes, volcanic landscapes, and authentic cultural destinations.
8 Days Tanzania Safari at a Glance
- Safari Name: 8 Days Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Lake Natron, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater & Lake Eyasi 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: Lodge / Tented Camp near/within Tarangire National Park or Lake Manyara area
- Night 2: Lodge / Tented Camp near Lake Natron
- Night 3: Lodge / Tented Camp within Serengeti National Park
- Night 4: Lodge / Tented Camp within Serengeti National Park
- Night 5: Lodge / Tented Camp near/within Ngorongoro Highlands or Karatu area
- Night 6: Lodge / Tented Camp near Lake Eyasi
- Night 7: Hotel / Lodge in Arusha City or accommodation near departure point depending on flight schedule
- Main Attractions: Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Lake Natron, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Eyasi, 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
- Cultural Experience: Hadzabe bushmen, Datoga community, local village visits around Lake Eyasi, and cultural landscapes of northern Tanzania
- Best For: Wildlife lovers, photographers, couples, families, solo travelers, cultural travelers, birdwatchers, nature lovers, 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 Tarangire National Park | Approximately 120 km | About 2 to 3 hours drive depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions |
| Tarangire Game Drive | Half-day to full-day wildlife exploration across river areas, baobab landscapes, woodland zones, and open savannah |
| Tarangire / Lake Manyara Area to Lake Natron | Approximately 180 km to 220 km | About 4 to 6 hours drive depending on route, stops, and road conditions |
| Lake Natron Exploration | Scenic exploration around the lake, flamingo areas, waterfalls, volcanic landscapes, and local village surroundings |
| Lake Natron to Serengeti National Park | Approximately 160 km to 220 km | About 4 to 6 hours drive including scenic stops, 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 Lake Eyasi | Approximately 70 km to 100 km | About 1.5 to 2.5 hours drive depending on accommodation location and road conditions |
| Lake Eyasi Cultural Experience | Morning cultural visit with Hadzabe bushmen and Datoga community, including traditional lifestyle experiences |
| Lake Eyasi to Arusha | Approximately 180 km to 220 km | About 3.5 to 5 hours drive depending on traffic, stops, 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 Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Lake Natron, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Eyasi, 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.
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 at the beginning of this safari gives travelers a memorable introduction to Tanzania’s northern safari circuit before continuing towards Lake Manyara, Lake Natron, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Eyasi.
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.
Lake Manyara adds beautiful scenery, birdlife, forest landscapes, and Great Rift Valley views to this 8 days Tanzania safari itinerary.
Lake Natron – Flamingos, Volcanic Landscapes and Scenic Adventure
Lake Natron is one of the most unique and scenic destinations in northern Tanzania. Located near the dramatic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley and close to Ol Doinyo Lengai, Lake Natron is famous for its flamingos, remote beauty, volcanic scenery, waterfalls, and cultural surroundings.
The lake is an important breeding area for lesser flamingos and offers spectacular views, especially during sunrise and sunset. The surrounding area includes rugged landscapes, Maasai communities, waterfalls, and beautiful walking opportunities depending on the season and local conditions.
Visiting Lake Natron adds a special adventure element to this safari, offering a peaceful and scenic contrast before entering the famous Serengeti plains.
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 two nights inside Serengeti allows travelers to explore different wildlife regions and maximize opportunities for predator sightings, photography, and migration activity depending on the season.
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.
Lake Eyasi – Hadzabe Bushmen and Datoga Cultural Experience
Lake Eyasi is a unique cultural destination located south of the Ngorongoro Highlands. The area is best known for the Hadzabe bushmen, one of the last remaining hunter-gatherer communities in East Africa, and the Datoga people, who are known for traditional blacksmithing and cultural heritage.
A visit to Lake Eyasi offers travelers a different experience from national parks and game drives. Guests can learn about traditional hunting methods, local survival skills, cultural traditions, village life, and ancient lifestyles that have been practiced for generations.
Lake Eyasi adds an authentic cultural ending to this 8 days Tanzania safari, making the journey more complete by combining wildlife, landscapes, and local people.
Why Choose This 8 Days Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Lake Natron, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater & Lake Eyasi Tanzania Safari?
- Explore iconic wildlife parks, scenic lakes, volcanic landscapes, and cultural destinations in northern Tanzania.
- Visit Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Lake Natron, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Eyasi.
- Start conveniently from Arusha Airport, Kilimanjaro International Airport, or Arusha City.
- Spend two nights inside Serengeti National Park.
- Visit the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater.
- Search for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, rhinos if lucky, and many other wildlife species.
- Experience Tarangire’s elephant herds and baobab landscapes.
- Enjoy Lake Manyara’s forest scenery, birdlife, and Great Rift Valley views.
- Discover Lake Natron’s flamingos, volcanic scenery, waterfalls, and remote beauty.
- Enjoy Serengeti’s endless plains and big cat sightings.
- Experience authentic Hadzabe and Datoga cultural visits around Lake Eyasi.
- Professional English-speaking safari guide.
- Comfortable 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof.
- Outstanding photography opportunities.
- Suitable for couples, families, solo travelers, groups, cultural travelers, 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 Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Lake Natron, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater & Lake Eyasi 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, flamingo viewing around lake areas, and beautiful scenery across Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Lake Natron, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Lake Eyasi. This period is also ideal for travelers who enjoy peaceful landscapes, photography, cultural experiences, and seasonal wildlife activity.
Short Itinerary
- Day 1 -Arusha to Tarangire. Game drives at Tarangire
- Day 2 -Transfer to Lake Manyara for game drives
- Day 3 - Transfer to Lake Natron (Bird Watching/ Flamingo Walk)
- Day 4 - Optional short hike to Ngare sero waterfalls and proceed to Central Serengeti with short enroute game drives in Serengeti
- Day 5 -Central Serengeti full day game drives
- Day 6 - Morning game drives in Central Serengeti and transfer to Ngorongoro/Karatu
- Day 7 -Ngorongoro Crater Tour (5 hours) and transfer to Lake Eyasi
- Day 8 -Lake Eyasi (Hadzabe and Datoga Tribe visit) 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: $2,186 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Migombani Campsite, Mto Wa Mbu, Lake Manyara (Outside the Park)
- Stay at Africa Safari Lake Natron Campsite, Lake Natron
- Stay at Seronera Campsite, Central Serengeti
- Stay at Ngorongoro Campsite, NCA
- Stay at Lake Eyasi Ng'ula Safari Campsite, Lake Eyasi
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 : $2,689 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Nsya Lodge & Camp - Standard Bungalow, Lake Manyara (Outside the Park)
- Stay at Africa Safari Lake Natron - Safari Comfort
- Stay at Tukaone Camps, Central Serengeti
- Stay at Omega View Hotel
- Stay at Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge
Option E2 : $3,003 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Migombani Cottage, Lake Manyara (Outside the Park)
- Stay at Africa Safari Lake Natron - Safari Comfort, Lake Natron
- Stay at Tanzania Bush Camps, Seronera, Central Serengeti
- Stay at Rhino Lodge, NCA
- Stay at Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge
Option E3 : $3,487 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Ang'ata Tarangire Camp, Tarangire (Within the Park)
- Stay at Manyara Best View Lodge - Silver Room, Lake Manyara (Outside the Park)
- Stay at Africa Safari Lake Natron - Luxury Glamping
- Stay at Serenity Nyota Camp, Central Serengeti
- Stay at Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge, NCA
- Stay at Kisima Ngeda Tented Camp, Lake Eyasi
Option E4 : $4,320 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Tarangire Ndovu Tented Lodge, Tarangire (Within the Park)
- Stay at Manyara's Secret, Lake Manyara (Outside the Park)
- Stay at Lake Natron Camp
- Stay at Acacia Seronera Luxury Camp, Central Serengeti
- Stay at Lemala Ngorongoro, NCA
- Stay at Ziwani Lodge, Lake Eyasi
Option E5 : $6,342 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Lemala Mpingo Ridge, Tarangire (Within the Park)
- Stay at Lake Manyara KIlimamoja Lodge, Lake Manyara (Outside the Park)
- Stay at Lake Natron Camp, Lake Natron
- Stay at Lemala Nanyukie, Central Serengeti
- Stay at Melia Ngorongoro Lodge, NCA - Premier Room with Forest Views
- Stay at Ziwani Lodge, Lake Eyasi
Option E6 : $9,977 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Sanctuary Swala Camp, Tarangire (Within the Park)
- Stay at Lake Manyara Tree Lodge - Suite, Lake Manyara (Within the Park)
- Stay at Lake Natron Camp
- Stay at Four Seasons Safari Lodge - Terrace Suite Water Hole View, Central Serengeti
- Stay at Ngorongoro Crater Lodge, NCA - Suite
- Stay at Ziwani Lodge, Lake Eyasi
TOUR ITINERARY
Day
1
Arusha to Tarangire
Pick up at 7:30 AM from your hotel in Arusha and depart for Tarangire National Park with a picnic lunch for a full 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. Post the game drive, you will head back to your camp/lodge where a delicious dinner awaits you.
Day
2
Lake Manyara
Pick up at 7:00 AM from your hotel 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
3
Lake Natron
Your day will begin after breakfast by about 8:00 AM. We depart with packed lunch boxes towards Lake Natron. Located about 3.5 hours drive away from Mto Wa Mbu/Manyara, Lake Natron is a surreal destination and unique natural spectacle. Its waters are highly alkaline and are unusually shallow, averaging just one meter in depth. After checking into your lodge and a short break, put your walking shoes on as a Maasai tribesman takes you on a walk around the shores of Lake Natron on the lookout for birds, especially the lesser flamingos. Lake Natron is the most important and regular breeding site for lesser flamingos in East Africa hosting up to 2 million of them during the breeding season. The majority of egg-laying and hatching takes place from September to January. After the hike, you will head back to your camp/lodge for a well deserved dinner and rest.
Day
4
Lake Natron to Central Serengeti
Your day starts early. Around 6:00 AM, accompanied by a Maasai guide, enjoy some light hiking to the nearby Ngare Sero waterfalls and relax in the cool spray of water cascading down the rocks of this scenic ravine. Make sure to bring your shoes! We return to accommodation by 8:30 AM and finishing up a good breakfast, will head out towards the Serengeti National Park. This road trip takes through variety of sites: towns and villages, savannah and forest, and you’ll be able to spot animals like antelope, wildebeest and zebra. We enter Serengeti in the afternoon. The Serengeti is arguably the most impressive wildlife sanctuary in the world. You will have an afternoon game drive in the endless plains of the Serengeti for a chance to see the great herds of wildebeest, zebras and gazelles or a pride of lions lounging in the shade. A picnic lunch will be done during the day long game drive itself. The eventful day comes to an end with dinner and a good night’s rest in your accommodation.
Day
5
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 good dinner and a good night’s rest in your accommodation.
Day
6
Central Serengeti to Ngorongoro
After breakfast around 6:30 AM, you will depart with a packed lunch from the camp and have a morning game drive in Serengeti National Park till lunch time. There are several game drive circuits in Central Serengeti and depending on what you have already seen on your safari and your interests, your guide will take you to game drives at one or more of these circuits. You are very likely to see a good number of big cats, especially lions, along with a diverse array of other wildlife. In the afternoon depart for Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Depending on your choice of accommodation, you will be either staying inside Ngorongoro conservation area or exiting from Ngorongoro and staying at a lodge in Karatu. The day comes to an end with a good dinner and a good night’s rest in your accommodation.
Day
7
Ngorongoro Crater Tour (5 hours) to Lake Eyasi
On the last day of your safari, you will have an early start. Finishing up with a quick breakfast you will make an early descent at around 6:30 AM into the crater floor. The Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest inactive, intact and unfilled volcanic caldera. It has a massive floor of about 260 sq kms with a depth of over 2000 feet. The 5-hour game drive on the crater floor will show you a lot of animal action. Keeping the camera ready is definitely recommended. The African elephant, buffalo, Black rhino, Hippos, Hyenas, Cheetahs and Lions are found in plenty. Post the picnic lunch at the beautiful Hippo pool, you will begin a steep ascend to the top exit of the crater. We will drive to our accommodation at Lake Eyasi and relax for the day. You can also consider a quick visit to the shores of Lake Eyasi in the late afternoon/evening and explore it on a short trek where you can often see a large number of flamingoes and other birds
Day
8
Lake Eyasi to Arusha
Around 05:30 am, after a light breakfast, you will depart from the lodge and visit the Hadzabe Bushmen. They are the last remaining hunter gatherers of East Africa who are continuing their way of life with very little changes since 10s of thousands of years. You will participate in their early morning activities including bush trek, hunting, and making a campfire. Other activities that might be done during the day are interacting with the Hadza, participating in their honey gathering, baobab fruit foraging, and experiencing their daily life
Later in the day, you will drive back to the village to meet the Datoga people, another indigenous tribe found in the area. Datogas are skilled farmers and livestock keepers. Some of them are also craftsmen living independently for over decades forging knives, arrowheads, and jewelry for the greater Datoga tribe and for the Bushmen.
Later on, you will return to your lodge for a hot lunch before driving further to Arusha to reach by around 5:00 PM.
Stay Locations
- Day 1 - Tarangire (Within the Park) or Tarangire (Outside the Park) or Lake Manyara (Within the Park) or Lake Manyara (Outside the Park)
- Day 2 - Lake Manyara (Outside the Park) or Lake Manyara (Within the Park)
- Day 3 - Lake Natron
- Day 4 - Central Serengeti
- Day 5 - Central Serengeti
- Day 6 -Karatu or NCA
- Day 7 - Lake Eyasi
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 - Tarangire to Lake Manyara takes about 1.5 to 2 hours (88 km)
- Day 3 - Lake Manyara to Lake Natron takes about 3 to 3.5 hours (120 km)
- Day 4 - Lake Natron to Central Serengeti takes about 5.5 to 6 hours
- Day 6 - Central Serengeti to NCA takes about 3 to 3.5 hours (151 km)
- Day 7 - NCA to Lake Eyasi takes about 1 to 1.5 hour (50 km)
- Day 8 - Lake Eyasi to Arusha takes about 3.5 to 4 hours (195 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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