8 Days Northern Tanzania Culture & Wildlife Safari
This 8-day adventure offers an incredible blend of Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations and rich cultural heritage. Explore Tarangire’s elephant-filled plains, witness the endless savannahs of the Serengeti, and descend into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater. Along the way, engage with local communities at Mto wa Mbu village, where banana plantations, bustling markets, and authentic Tanzanian cuisine reveal daily life. Finish your journey at Lake Eyasi, home to the Hadzabe bushmen and Datoga blacksmiths, for a truly immersive cultural experience.
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and meet your guide for a warm welcome. Transfer to your lodge in Arusha for rest and relaxation after your flight. Depending on arrival time, visit a local market or coffee plantation.
Overnight at Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa (Mid-Range) / Arusha Coffee Lodge (Luxury).
Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
Depart after breakfast for Tarangire National Park, famous for its vast elephant herds, ancient baobabs, and diverse wildlife. Enjoy a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch in the park before heading to your lodge.
Overnight at Marera Valley Lodge (Mid-Range) / Tarangire Sopa Lodge (Luxury).
Day 3: Tarangire – Mto wa Mbu Village – Lake Manyara
Drive to Mto wa Mbu village, where you’ll enjoy a guided cultural tour. Visit banana farms, bustling local markets, and enjoy a traditional Tanzanian lunch. Continue to Lake Manyara National Park for a short game drive in search of tree-climbing lions and flamingos.
Overnight at Manyara Wildlife Safari Camp (Mid-Range) / Lake Manyara Serena Lodge (Luxury).
Day 4: Manyara – Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, journey to the legendary Serengeti National Park via the scenic highlands of Ngorongoro. Enter the Serengeti through Naabi Hill Gate and enjoy your first game drive en route to your lodge, spotting lions, giraffes, and possibly cheetahs.
Overnight at Serengeti Heritage Camp (Mid-Range) / Serengeti Serena Lodge (Luxury).
Day 5: Full Day in Serengeti National Park
Spend a full day exploring the endless plains of Serengeti, home to incredible wildlife including leopards, lions, elephants, buffalo, and seasonal wildebeest migrations.
Overnight at Serengeti Heritage Camp (Mid-Range) / Serengeti Serena Lodge (Luxury).
Day 6: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater Rim
After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive as you make your way toward Ngorongoro. Stop for scenic views at the crater rim and relax at your lodge overlooking this natural wonder.
Overnight at Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge (Mid-Range) / Ngorongoro Serena Lodge (Luxury).
Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater – Lake Eyasi (Hadzabe & Datoga Tribes)
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive, where you may spot all of the Big Five. Later, drive to Lake Eyasi for a cultural experience with the Hadzabe bushmen and Datoga blacksmiths.
Overnight at Ziwani Lodge (Mid-Range) / Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge (Luxury).
Day 8: Lake Eyasi – Arusha – Departure
After breakfast, return to Arusha with a stop at a local crafts market for souvenirs before transferring to Kilimanjaro Airport for your flight home.
INCLUSIONS
Activities/services included in the cost:
Accommodation as per the itinerary
Lodges on Full Board
Road transportation in 4WD Land Cruiser safari vehicle
Game drives as per the itinerary
Park entrance fees and crater service fees
English-speaking guides available for the safari
Emergency Evacuation / Flying Doctors
Activities/services excluded in the cost:
Visit to Maasai Cultural Village
All International Flights / Local Flights + Taxes
Visa fees, Travel & Personal accident insurance
Excursions, services and activities not mentioned in this program
Personal expenses e.g. laundry, telephone calls, drinks, tips and gratuities
Passenger Information:
Passengers should bring only duffle bags for safaris (not suitcases).
All passengers must have Identification Card / Passport with them for internal flights.
Baggage on domestic flights is strictly limited to 15kgs per person (including hand luggage).
Passengers arriving in Tanzania may be asked to present a valid Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate.
Tourist Visa can be obtained at entry points, but it is advisable to double-check before traveling to Tanzania.
8 Days Northern Tanzania Culture & Wildlife Safari – Price per Person (USD)
| No. of Persons | Budget ($) | Mid-Range ($) | Luxury ($) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low Season | High Season | Low Season | High Season | Low Season | High Season | |
| 1 Person | 3,250 | 4,050 | 5,400 | 6,800 | 8,900 | 12,400 |
| 2 Persons or More | 2,850 | 3,500 | 4,600 | 5,900 | 7,600 | 10,800 |