Embark on an unforgettable safari adventure in Northern Tanzania, starting with a warm welcome at the airport and an overnight stay in the vibrant city of Arusha. Your journey begins the next day with a visit to the breathtaking Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions and diverse birdlife. Continue to the iconic Serengeti National Park, home to the Great Migration and an abundance of wildlife. Explore the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site teeming with animals in a stunning natural amphitheater. Conclude your safari with a visit to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its majestic baobab trees and large elephant herds, before returning to Arusha, leaving you with memories of a lifetime.
Tanzania Midrange Safari 8 Days
Northern Tanzania
Tour Overview
Itinerary
Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, our dedicated driver will be eagerly awaiting you with a sign bearing your name, ready to extend a warm and heartfelt welcome. From there, you’ll transferred to your arranged hotel in Arusha town. Later, our experienced safari coordinators will provide a pre-safari briefing, offering an exciting preview of the wonders that await you. Relax and unwind in the serene environment of Springlands Hotel, featuring a swimming pool, a beautiful garden, a bar, and a restaurant.
Pick up from your Arusha hotel with your private safari guide and 4 x 4 safari land cruiser and transfer to Lake Manyara National Park. Located beneath the cliffs of the Manyara Escarpment, on the edge of the Rift Valley, Lake Manyara National Park offers varied ecosystems, incredible bird life, and breathtaking views. Located on the way to Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti, Lake Manyara National Park is well worth a stop in its own right. Its groundwater forests, bush plains, baobab-strewn cliffs, and algae-streaked hot springs offer incredible ecological variety in a small area, rich in wildlife and incredible numbers of birds. Dinner and overnight at the Camp/Lodge.
Accommodation & Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
Farm of Dream Lodge
Eiliens Tree Inn
Octagon Lodge
After breakfast, you will continue towards the fertile highlands where wheat, coffee and corn are grown by the Iraqw people. Passing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, you will be able to see the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater before travelling onwards to the Serengeti National Park, which you will reach by midday. The Serengeti National Park is the largest in Tanzania with diverse landscapes and habitats, such as grassy plains, swamps, lakes, savannah and mountains. Here the biggest wildebeest and zebra migration takes place and depending on the season, you may have the opportunity to witness thousands of animals in their search for food and water.
After an extensive game drive, you will drive to your campsite where you will enjoy dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation & Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
Tukaine Serengeti Tented Camps
Baobab Tented lodge
The entire day is set aside for more game drives in the Serengeti National Park. The Serengeti is the habitat for an abundance of wildlife, such as impalas, buffalo, crocodiles and hippos, but is more well-known for its great migrating herds of zebras and wildebeest. The animals’ trek is determined by the rainfall and varies from year to year. In November and December, the animals move from the northern region, dominated by woodlands and hills, to the grassy plains of the south. During the longer rainy season from April to June, they return to the north. Apart from the migrating herds, you might have the chance to see predators, such as leopards, cheetahs and lions, always lurking close by.
After an unforgettable day, you will return to your campsite for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation & Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
Tukaine Serengeti Tented Camps
Baobab Tented lodge
After breakfast, embark on an exciting morning game drive in Serengeti National Park, where you’ll encounter iconic wildlife such as lions, elephants, cheetahs, and zebras roaming the vast plains. After a delicious hot lunch, continue your exploration of this wildlife-rich park, keeping an eye out for more fascinating animals. In the afternoon, journey towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, taking in scenic views and spotting wildlife along the way. Arrive at your campsite near the crater rim, ready for another thrilling safari adventure as the day draws to a close.
Accommodation & Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
Tukaine Serengeti Tented Camps
Baobab Tented lodge
you'll start with an exhilarating game drive through the vast Serengeti, where the landscape teems with wildlife, from majestic lions lounging in the tall grass to herds of wildebeest on the move. As the morning progresses, your journey will lead you towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with a significant stop at Oldupai Gorge (often mistakenly called Olduvai Gorge). Here, you'll explore the cradle of humanity, where ancient fossils and stone tools have been unearthed, providing insights into human evolution. The Gorge itself is a dramatic, steep-sided ravine, offering not only historical significance but also breathtaking views. After absorbing this prehistoric narrative, you'll engage with the vibrant Maasai culture. You'll witness traditional Maasai activities, such as learning about their herding practices, trying your hand at spear throwing, or observing the intricate beadwork for which they are renowned. The day wraps up with cultural exchanges, where stories, songs, and dances fill the air, connecting you deeply with the Maasai's way of life, all set against the backdrop of one of Africa's most iconic landscapes.
Accommodation & Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
Farm of Dream Lodge
Eiliens Tree Inn
Octagon Lodge
Upon arrival, you'll descend into the crater, one of the largest unbroken calderas in the world, teeming with wildlife. Here, you'll spend the afternoon on a game drive, with ample opportunities to see a dense concentration of animals including lions, elephants, and with luck, the elusive black rhinoceros. The day concludes with dinner and overnight accommodation on the crater rim, offering stunning views of this natural wonder as the sun sets, encapsulating the day's adventure in an unforgettable panorama.
The day concludes with dinner and an overnight stay in Karatu, a charming town near the crater, offering a peaceful end to your day's adventure.
Accommodation & Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
Farm of Dream Lodge
Eiliens Tree Inn
Octagon Lodge
On your last day of adventure, you'll depart after breakfast for Tarangire National Park. The fierce sun has parched the landscape, turning the earth a dusty red and the grass brittle as straw. The Tarangire River, now a mere shadow of its wet season self, is nevertheless teeming with life. Animals from far and wide converge here, knowing this is where water still flows. You'll arrive just in time for a hot lunch at your lodge. Post-lunch, an evening game drive awaits, where you'll witness herds of elephants, prides of lions, and countless other species congregated by the river. As the sun sets, transforming the sky into a canvas of orange and pink, you'll be transferred back to Arusha. From there, you'll head to Kilimanjaro Airport for your flight back home, with memories of Tanzania's wild beauty etched in your heart.
Included/Exclude
- Accommodation as per the above itinerary
- Professional and experienced English-speaking safari guide
- New 4x4 Toyota land cruiser with a pop-up roof
- Park Entrance Fees
- Food/Meals as outlined in the itinerary
- Water for drinking
- Government Taxes
- Transfer to airport
- All sightseeing and excursions as mentioned in the itinerary
- Tipping
- Visa to Tanzania
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- Drinks
- International airfares
- Early or late check in at hotels
- Travel insurance
- Any Private Expenses
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