8 Days Best Northern Tanzania Safari
Experience the ultimate Tanzanian safari with our 8-Day Best Northern Tanzania Safari, designed to showcase the country’s most renowned wildlife destinations. From the dense wildlife of Tarangire to the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, the vast Serengeti plains, and the unique Lake Manyara, this safari promises an unforgettable adventure filled with spectacular wildlife sightings and stunning landscapes.
Destinations
- Tarangire National Park
- Ngorongoro Conservation Area
- Serengeti National Park
- Lake Manyara National Park
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport, you’ll be transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Enjoy a comfortable night at Kibo Palace Hotel, where you’ll have dinner and rest before your safari adventure begins.
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- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: Kibo Palace Hotel or similar hotel
Day 2: Tarangire National Park After breakfast, travel to Tarangire National Park, arriving in time for lunch at the lodge. In the afternoon, embark on a game drive through the park’s diverse landscapes, including giant baobab trees, rolling savannah, and acacia woodlands. Tarangire is renowned for its dense wildlife population, especially during the dry season when thousands of animals migrate to the Tarangire River for water.
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- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: Acacia Tarangire Luxury Camp or similar hotel
Day 3: Ngorongoro Conservation Area Journey to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with a visit to the Ngorongoro Crater. The afternoon game drive includes a descent into the crater, a vast natural amphitheater supporting a diverse array of wildlife year-round. Expect to see lions, elephants, rhinos, buffaloes, and more in this unique ecosystem.
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- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge or similar hotel
Day 4-6: Serengeti National Park Travel to Serengeti National Park, passing through Olduvai Gorge, the renowned archaeological site. Enjoy an afternoon game drive in Serengeti, famous for its annual wildebeest migration. Witness over 1 million wildebeest, zebra, and gazelle moving towards Kenya’s Masai Mara in search of fresh grazing, accompanied by predators such as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas. Serengeti is also home to over 500 bird species.
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- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: Acacia Seronera Luxury Camp
- Optional: Hot Air Balloon Safari at $546 per person (not included in the total price), some companies providing hot air balloon safari in Serengeti are Serengeti Baloon Safaris, Nyssa Baloon, Miracle Experience
Day 7: Serengeti National Park – Karatu Start the day with a morning game drive in Serengeti before heading to Acacia Luxury Camp for lunch. Afterward, travel to Karatu and check in at Acacia Farm Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
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- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: Acacia Farm Lodge or similar hotel
Day 8: Lake Manyara National Park – Arusha Explore Lake Manyara National Park with a morning game drive. The park’s varied ecosystem, including groundwater forests, acacia woodlands, and open grasslands, supports a wealth of wildlife. Look for the elusive tree-climbing lions and enjoy views of the Great Rift Valley. After lunch, return to Arusha.
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- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: Can be arranged at an extra cost
Inclusions
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- Park fees
- All specified activities (unless marked optional)
- Accommodation as listed in the itinerary
- Professional driver/guide
- All transportation (unless marked optional)
- Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfers
- Meals as outlined in the itinerary
- Drinking water throughout the safari
Exclusions
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- International flights
- Additional accommodation before and after the tour
- Tips (recommended $20 per person per day)
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government-imposed increases in taxes and/or park fees
- Alcoholic beverages
- Services not included in the itinerary
- Travel insurance and medical repatriation
- Personal items