8 Days Best of Tanzania Safari
Experience the ultimate African adventure on this 8 Days Best of Tanzania Safari, a carefully crafted journey through Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Explore the elephant-rich landscapes of Tarangire National Park, the scenic beauty of Lake Manyara National Park, the endless plains of Serengeti National Park, and the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater.
Safari Overview
Experience the ultimate African adventure on this 8 Days Best of Tanzania Safari, a carefully crafted journey through Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Explore the elephant-rich landscapes of Tarangire National Park, the scenic beauty of Lake Manyara National Park, the endless plains of Serengeti National Park, and the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater.
This comprehensive safari offers exceptional wildlife viewing, stunning scenery, and unforgettable encounters with the legendary Big Five. Whether you are witnessing the Great Migration, photographing predators on the hunt, or enjoying spectacular African sunsets, this safari promises memories that will last a lifetime.
Safari Highlights
- Explore four of Tanzania’s premier wildlife destinations.
- Visit Tarangire National Park, famous for elephants and giant baobab trees.
- Discover the scenic landscapes of Lake Manyara National Park.
- Enjoy extensive game drives in the world-renowned Serengeti National Park.
- Descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Excellent opportunities to spot the Big Five.
- Witness the famous Great Migration (seasonal).
- Enjoy breathtaking landscapes, diverse ecosystems, and incredible wildlife encounters.
- Travel in a customized 4×4 safari vehicle with an experienced guide.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met by your safari representative and transferred to your hotel in Arusha.
Depending on your arrival time, relax at the lodge, enjoy the beautiful surroundings, and receive a safari briefing from your guide in preparation for your adventure.
Meals:
- Dinner
Overnight:
- Hotel or Lodge in Arusha
Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s most spectacular wildlife destinations.
Enjoy a full-day game drive through landscapes dotted with giant baobab trees and seasonal swamps. Tarangire is renowned for its large elephant herds, as well as lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and numerous bird species.
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Overnight:
- Lodge or Tented Camp in Tarangire Area
Day 3: Tarangire – Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park, a small but incredibly diverse park located beneath the Great Rift Valley Escarpment.
Spend the day exploring its forests, grasslands, and lakeshore habitats. Look out for tree-climbing lions, elephants, hippos, baboons, flamingos, and a wide variety of birdlife.
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Overnight:
- Lodge or Tented Camp near Lake Manyara
Day 4: Lake Manyara – Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, journey through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area towards the legendary Serengeti National Park.
Enjoy wildlife sightings along the way before arriving in the Serengeti for an afternoon game drive. Explore the vast plains and search for lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and large herds of wildebeests.
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Overnight:
- Lodge or Tented Camp in Serengeti
Day 5: Full-Day Serengeti National Park
Spend a full day exploring the incredible wildlife-rich plains of the Serengeti.
Your guide will take you to some of the park’s best wildlife viewing areas in search of predators and grazing animals. Depending on the season, you may witness the spectacular Great Migration, one of nature’s most extraordinary events.
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Picnic Lunch
- Dinner
Overnight:
- Lodge or Tented Camp in Serengeti
Day 6: Full-Day Serengeti National Park
Enjoy another exciting day of game viewing in different regions of the Serengeti ecosystem.
Track big cats, observe elephant herds, and discover the diverse habitats that make the Serengeti one of Africa’s most famous wildlife sanctuaries. The additional day allows for deeper exploration and maximizes wildlife viewing opportunities.
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Picnic Lunch
- Dinner
Overnight:
- Lodge or Tented Camp in Serengeti
Day 7: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After an early morning game drive and breakfast, depart the Serengeti and continue towards the spectacular Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
En route, enjoy wildlife sightings and scenic landscapes before arriving at the crater rim. Spend the afternoon relaxing and enjoying breathtaking views over the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera.
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Overnight:
- Lodge or Camp at Ngorongoro Crater Rim
Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive – Arusha
After an early breakfast, descend approximately 600 meters into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive.
The crater floor offers one of Africa’s highest concentrations of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, hyenas, and the endangered black rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch before ascending the crater and returning to Arusha, where your safari concludes.
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Picnic Lunch
- Airport transfers upon arrival and departure
- Accommodation as specified in the itinerary
- Transportation in a customized 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Tarangire National Park entry fees
- Lake Manyara National Park entry fees
- Serengeti National Park entry fees
- Ngorongoro Conservation Area fees
- Ngorongoro Crater service fees
- All scheduled game drives
- Meals as indicated in the itinerary
- Bottled drinking water during safari
- Government taxes and park levies
- International and domestic flights
- Tanzania visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities
- Tips and gratuities
- Laundry services
- Items of personal nature
- Any services not specifically mentioned
Why Choose Simian Safaris?
- Professional and experienced safari guides
- Customized and private safari options
- Comfortable and well-maintained safari vehicles
- Competitive rates with excellent service
- Reliable airport and hotel transfers
- Memorable wildlife experiences tailored to your interests