8 Days Ultimate Tanzania Safari

8 Days Ultimate
Tanzania Safari

Five Iconic Destinations

Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro, the Serengeti and Lake Eyasi.

Big Five Country

Search for lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo and rhinos with a private guide.

Hadzabe Encounter

Spend time with one of Africa’s last hunter-gatherer communities.

Why Choose This Safari

An 8-Day Tanzania Northern Circuit Safari

Planned Game Drives

Drives are paced for real encounters and great photography, not to tick off a checklist.

Landscapes That Keep Changing

Baobab woodland, a volcanic caldera, open plains and a soda lake, all in one trip.

Stay Your Way

Choose comfortable midrange lodges or luxury camps with plunge pools and personal service.

Itinerary

8-Day Tanzania Safari Itinerary

Day 01 :
Arrival in Kilimanjaro – Transfer to Arusha

Touch down at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where your private guide is waiting to welcome you. Transfer to your lodge in Arusha, settle in, and meet your guide in the evening for a safari briefing over sundowners.

Midrange: Garden-view lodge with cosy rooms.

Luxury: Boutique villa with panoramic terraces and concierge service.

Day 02 :
Tarangire National Park

Head to Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant herds and towering baobab trees. Spend the day on game drives along the Tarangire River, pausing for a private bush lunch while elephants, giraffes and zebra move past.

Midrange: Comfortable lodge near the park boundary.

Luxury: Exclusive tented villa with a private plunge pool and personalised service.

Day 03 :
Lake Manyara National Park

Explore Lake Manyara, where groundwater forest opens onto a lake that often attracts flamingos and pelicans. The park is famous for its tree-climbing lions, though sightings are never guaranteed. In the afternoon, visit a nearby village, then watch the sun set over the Rift Valley escarpment.

Midrange: Lodge with panoramic escarpment views.

Luxury: Elevated suites with private balconies and spa services.

Day 04 :
Ngorongoro Crater

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full day inside one of the most dramatic natural settings on earth. The crater floor supports lions, elephants, buffalo, hippos and one of Tanzania’s best chances to see black rhinos. Enjoy a picnic lunch beside a hippo pool.

Midrange: Crater-rim lodge with scenic views.

Luxury: Luxury lodge with private decks, gourmet dining and spa treatments.

Day 05 :
Northern Serengeti

Continue into the Serengeti for a full day of game drives focused on its big cats. Your guide searches for lions, cheetahs and elusive leopards across the plains and rocky kopjes. Add an optional sunrise hot-air balloon flight.

Midrange: Tented camp in the Serengeti heartland.

Luxury: Exclusive mobile camp positioned near the migrating herds.

Day 06 :
Central Serengeti

Travel to the central Serengeti by scenic drive or light-aircraft flight. The afternoon game drive follows predator and prey activity around the Seronera Valley, one of the park’s richest wildlife areas all year.

Midrange: Classic tented camp with open views.

Luxury: Ultra-luxury tented villa with a plunge pool, personal butler and starlit dining.

Day 07 :
Lake Eyasi

Drive to Lake Eyasi, a seasonal soda lake surrounded by acacia woodland and rocky hills. After a morning of birding, spend the afternoon with the Hadzabe, who still hunt and gather much as their ancestors did. It is a rare and memorable cultural encounter.

Midrange: Relaxed lodge set in natural surroundings.

Luxury: Boutique lodge with private terraces and gourmet meals.

Day 08 :
Return to Arusha and Departure

Enjoy an optional early walk for birdwatching or photography before heading back to Arusha. Midrange guests return by road, while luxury guests can take a light-aircraft flight with sweeping views, in time for onward flights from Kilimanjaro International Airport.

Cost

What Your Safari Includes

Include

Kilimanjaro International Airport arrival and departure transfers
Private English-speaking safari guide
Private 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof
Seven nights’ accommodation as per the itinerary
All meals on safari
Park entry and conservation fees, including Ngorongoro Crater service fee
Hadzabe cultural visit at Lake Eyasi
Bottled drinking water during game drives

Exclude

International flights and Tanzania visa fees
Hot-air balloon safari
Light-aircraft flights, unless booked with the luxury option
Alcoholic and soft drinks at lodges
Travel insurance
Items and services of a personal nature
Tips and gratuities

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time for this safari?

The dry season from June to October gives the easiest game viewing, as wildlife gathers around water. January to March is also rewarding, especially in the southern Serengeti during calving season.

Will I see the Big Five?

The route covers some of Africa’s best Big Five territory, and the Ngorongoro Crater gives strong chances of seeing black rhinos. Sightings are never guaranteed, but most guests see four or all five.

Is this safari suitable for solo travellers, couples and families?

Yes. The private vehicle and flexible pace suit solo travellers, couples and families alike. We can also arrange family rooms and child-friendly activities.

How comfortable are the midrange lodges?

Our midrange lodges are comfortable, well located and safe, with en-suite rooms, good food and friendly service. Luxury stays add private plunge pools, butler service and more exclusive settings.

Do I need a visa for Tanzania?

Most visitors need a visa, which you can apply for online through Tanzania’s official eVisa system before you travel. Some nationalities can also get one on arrival, so check the rules for your passport.