8 Day Tanzania Safari to Ngorongoro – Serengeti and Tarangire

This 8 Day Tanzania Safari takes you through three of the country’s most remarkable wildlife destinations: Tarangire National Park, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and Serengeti National Park. The journey begins in Tarangire, a spectacular wilderness known for its impressive elephant herds, ancient baobab trees and wildlife-rich river valleys, before continuing to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where the magnificent crater shelters an extraordinary concentration of wildlife within its vast volcanic caldera. The adventure then leads into the legendary Serengeti, whose endless golden plains, seasonal grazing grounds and diverse ecosystems support some of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife populations.

Throughout this Tanzania Northern Circuit safari, enjoy guided game drives across contrasting habitats, with opportunities to encounter elephants, lions, leopards, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and other fascinating species in their natural environment. Depending on the season and wildlife movements, your journey may also offer opportunities to witness sections of the Great Migration across the Serengeti ecosystem. Travelling in a private 4×4 safari vehicle with an experienced English-speaking guide-driver, you will explore these remarkable landscapes at a comfortable pace while enjoying carefully selected accommodation and personalized safari arrangements. Whether you are seeking a Big Five experience, exceptional wildlife photography or an unforgettable introduction to Tanzania’s wilderness, this eight-day journey brings together some of East Africa’s finest safari experiences.

Safari Highlights:

Pickup from Kilimanjaro International Airport

Exploring Tarangire National Park with game drives

Ngorongoro Conservation Area Exploration

Visit Olduvai Gorge “important archaeological sites”

Game drives in Serengeti National Park

Witness the Great Migration, depending on the season

Wildlife game drives in Lake Manyara

Transfer back to Kilimanjaro International Airport

A Detailed Itinerary:

Day 1: Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport and Transfer to Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be welcomed by your professional Arcadia Safaris guide-driver, who will brief you about your 8-Day Tanzania Wildlife Safari before transferring you to your hotel in Arusha. Located beneath Mount Meru, Arusha is an important gateway to Tanzania’s Northern Circuit safari destinations and offers a pleasant introduction to the country. Best 8 Day Tanzania Safari with Ngorongoro  and Serengeti

Depending on your arrival time, spend the remainder of the day relaxing at your lodge or exploring the town at your own pace. You may visit a local craft market or simply enjoy the peaceful surroundings before your safari begins. In the evening, settle in for dinner and a comfortable overnight stay.

Destination: Arusha
Accommodation Options:

• Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
• Drinking Water, Fruits and Wi-Fi throughout the journey

Day 2: Transfer to Tarangire National Park for an Afternoon Game Drive

After breakfast, depart Arusha for Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s outstanding wildlife destinations. The journey takes you through scenic countryside towards a park renowned for its large elephant populations, impressive baobab trees and the Tarangire River, which attracts wildlife throughout the year.

Upon arrival, enjoy an afternoon game drive through the park’s varied habitats, looking out for elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes and different antelope species. Lions and other predators also inhabit the area, while the park’s wetlands and woodlands support a rich diversity of birdlife. After your exploration, proceed to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Destination: Tarangire National Park
Accommodation Options:

• Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
• Drinking Water, Fruits and Wi-Fi throughout the journey

Day 3: Full-Day Wildlife Exploration in Tarangire National Park

Today is dedicated to exploring Tarangire National Park on an extended game drive. After breakfast, set out with your guide to discover its open savannahs, acacia woodlands, seasonal wetlands and the wildlife-rich Tarangire River valley, where animals gather in search of water, particularly during the dry season.

Watch for elephants moving through the bush, herds of buffaloes and zebras grazing across the plains, and predators such as lions and leopards resting or hunting in their natural habitat. Enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated site before continuing your wildlife exploration in the afternoon. Later, return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation.

Destination: Tarangire National Park
Accommodation Options:

• Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
• Drinking Water, Fruits and Wi-Fi throughout the journey

Day 4: Transfer to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After breakfast, leave Tarangire and travel towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its dramatic highland scenery and exceptional wildlife. The journey takes you through changing landscapes towards the Ngorongoro Highlands, where sweeping views and cooler surroundings create a beautiful contrast to the savannahs of Tarangire. Affordable 8 Day Tanzania Safari to Ngorongoro – Serengeti and Tarangire

Upon arrival, check in at your lodge and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure, depending on your arrival time and the location of your accommodation. Your guide will brief you about the following day’s Ngorongoro Crater safari, one of the most anticipated experiences of your Tanzania wildlife holiday. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in the conservation area.

Destination: Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Accommodation Options:

• Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
• Drinking Water, Fruits and Wi-Fi throughout the journey

Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Wildlife Exploration

Begin the day with an early breakfast before descending into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for a rewarding game drive. This vast volcanic caldera supports an extraordinary concentration of wildlife within its grasslands, forests, lakes and marshes, creating excellent opportunities to observe animals in a relatively compact area.

Look out for elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos and several predator species, including lions and hyenas. Ngorongoro is also one of Tanzania’s important habitats for the endangered black rhinoceros, although sightings are never guaranteed. Enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated site before continuing your exploration, then ascend the crater walls and return to your lodge in the late afternoon.

Destination: Ngorongoro Conservational Area
Accommodation Options:

• Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
• Drinking Water, Fruits and Wi-Fi throughout the journey

Day 6: Transfer to Serengeti National Park via Olduvai Gorge

After breakfast, depart the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and continue towards Serengeti National Park, one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife destinations. Depending on the confirmed route and arrangements, you may stop at Olduvai Gorge, an important archaeological site associated with significant discoveries relating to early human history. The surrounding landscapes also offer a fascinating introduction to the wider Ngorongoro ecosystem.

Continue into Serengeti, where vast grasslands, rocky outcrops and scattered acacia trees create an iconic African safari landscape. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy an afternoon game drive in search of wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, elephants and predators such as lions, cheetahs and leopards. Later, proceed to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay in the wilderness. Tailor-made 8 Day Tanzania Safari to Ngorongoro – Serengeti and Tarangire

Destination: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation Options:

• Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
• Drinking Water, Fruits and Wi-Fi throughout the journey

Day 7: Full-Day Game Drives in Serengeti National Park

Spend a full day exploring the extraordinary wildlife habitats of Serengeti National Park, with morning and afternoon game drives across its expansive plains and woodland areas. Serengeti is famous for its abundant wildlife and the Great Migration, when enormous herds of wildebeest and zebras move across the ecosystem in search of fresh grazing and water.

The location of the migration changes throughout the year, so your guide will select suitable areas based on the season and recent wildlife movements. Even outside the main migration routes, Serengeti offers excellent opportunities to encounter elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, antelopes and predators such as lions, cheetahs, leopards and hyenas. Enjoy a picnic lunch during your exploration before returning to your lodge in the evening.

Destination: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation Options:

• Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
• Drinking Water, Fruits and Wi-Fi throughout the journey

Day 8: Transfer from Serengeti National Park to Kilimanjaro International Airport

After breakfast, enjoy your final morning in Serengeti before beginning the road transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport. Travel through the remarkable landscapes of the Serengeti ecosystem, enjoying the changing scenery as you leave the open savannahs behind. Depending on your departure time and the location of your lodge, your guide will arrange an appropriate departure schedule to ensure a comfortable journey towards the airport.

The transfer from Serengeti to Kilimanjaro International Airport is a considerable road journey, so we recommend booking a late-evening international flight to allow sufficient time for the drive. Guests with earlier departures should consider an additional overnight stay in Arusha rather than attempting a rushed same-day transfer. Upon arrival at the airport, your guide will assist with your drop-off, marking the end of your 8-Day Tanzania Wildlife Safari with Arcadia Safaris.

Destination: Kilimanjaro International Airport
Accommodation Option: No (End of tour) Unless on Request

• Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
• Drinking Water, Fruits and Wi-Fi throughout the journey

SAFARI COST: From $2,800 Per Person

PRICE INCLUDES

• Round Trip Airport Transfers (pick-up and drop-off)
• Private Transportation in 4×4 Safari Cars
• Meals Specified on a Full Board Basis
• Accommodation with Ensuite Facilities
• Applicable Park Entrance and Activities Fees
• English Speaking Professional Driver-Guide
• All Hotel and Lodge Pickups and Drop-off
• All Applicable Taxes
• Bottled drinking water and Fruits while on safari
• Activities as stipulated in the Itinerary (except those stated as “optional”)

PRICE EXCLUDES

• Activities not mentioned in the Itinerary
• International Flight Fares (unless requested)
• Country Entry Visa
• Personal Travel Insurance
• Telephone Charges
• Laundry Services
• Bar bills and all Alcoholic drinks
• Souvenirs, Gifts and Tips
• Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
• All related medical tests and vaccinations

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