Tanzania · Safari

8-Day Tanzania Safari with Serengeti Sunrise and Ngorongoro Crater

8 Days Round trip from Kilimanjaro Airport Rd Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Spend two nights in central Serengeti exploring its vast plains and kopjes
  • 02 Search for the Big Five across Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater
  • 03 See giant baobab trees, Maasai herds, and local villages on the way to Tarangire
  • 04 Experience a sunrise game drive in Serengeti when predators are most active
  • 05 Descend into Ngorongoro Crater, a natural amphitheatre rich in wildlife

Embark on an extraordinary 8-day safari adventure through the diverse ecosystems and iconic wildlife of Tanzania's most renowned national parks: Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. Enjoy numerous game drives across wildlife-rich plains, giant baobab landscapes, golden grasslands, and the crater's enclosed natural amphitheatre. Search for the Big Five and other animals while taking in Tanzania's breathtaking scenery and unforgettable safari moments.

Start the day with a beautiful sunrise game drive and experience the African wilderness at dawn.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Arusha, Mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park
Languages English, French, German, Spanish, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival Transfer from Kilimanjaro Airport to Arusha

  • Pickup from Kilimanjaro Airport and drop-off at your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.
  • Settle into the accommodation.
2
Day 02

Arusha to Tarangire National Park Safari

  • Pickup in the morning from the hotel in Arusha.
  • Drive to Tarangire National Park and enjoy the beautiful views of the local villages and Maasai herds along the way.
  • Tarangire is filled with giant baobab trees across the park, as well as elephants. See lions, cheetahs, and leopards, and watch out for wildebeest, giraffes, hippos, buffaloes, and zebras.
  • Continue the journey off the beaten track and share stories about the park and the natural world around you.
  • Enjoy your meal at the picnic site, where the sound of birds singing and the rustling of leaves in the wind add to the peaceful and serene atmosphere.

Overnight at the hotel.

3
Day 03

Journey to Serengeti and Evening Wildlife Viewing

  • Head towards Serengeti National Park and explore the vast plains in search of the Big Five and other animals. Observe Africa's iconic acacia trees, the park's golden grasslands, and great piles of boulders known as kopjes.
  • On your way back through the park, catch glimpses of wildlife that is more active in the evening hours. The changing colors of the sky and the warm glow of the setting sun add to the magic of the moment.
  • Spend 2 nights at the lodge, which is located in the central part of Serengeti National Park.
4
Day 04

Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti

  • Enjoy a full day of game drive in the Serengeti.
  • In the afternoon, enjoy a private sundowner in a tented camp, followed by dinner and an overnight stay.
5
Day 05

Sunrise Safari and Transfer to Ngorongoro

  • Start the day with a beautiful sunrise game drive and experience the African wilderness at dawn.
  • The early morning is an incredible time to spot some of the park's most elusive and active wildlife, including lions, leopards, and hyenas. Enjoy the journey through the park's vast savannahs and grasslands.
  • In the afternoon, head to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The journey itself is an adventure, taking you along winding roads through breathtaking scenery.

Overnight at a lodge.

6
Day 06

Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive and Return to Arusha

  • Start the journey through the crater on a game drive to spot some of the park's most iconic species, including black rhinoceros, hippos, and wildebeest. Ngorongoro Crater is an exceptional location for a game drive due to its enclosed nature. Surrounded by towering walls, the crater forms a natural amphitheatre that makes it easy to spot a wide range of wildlife.
  • Travel through lush forests and open savannahs, taking in breathtaking views of the crater floor and its many inhabitants.
  • Drive to Arusha for an overnight stay at a lodge.
7
Day 07

Departure Transfer from Arusha

  • Drive to the airport for departure.
Serengeti National Park plains, Ngorongoro Crater natural amphitheatre, Tarangire National Park baobab country

Where this trip takes you

Serengeti National Park plains, Ngorongoro Crater natural amphitheatre, Tarangire National Park baobab country

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kilimanjaro Airport Rd 5 cities · 8 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • All applicable park entry fees as per the program
  • Government taxes and local levies
  • Unlimited game drives/all activities (unless labelled as optional)
  • Services of an English-speaking professional driver-guide
  • Private transport in a customized pop-up top 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with plugs to charge mobile phones and cameras, an intercooler to keep drinks cold, and a full AC system
  • All taxes/VAT
  • Pick-up and drop-off at the airport
  • Picnic lunch or hot lunch on safari, depending on the onward program
  • Meals on a full-board basis and shared accommodation on safari, as indicated in the program (unless listed as an upgrade)
  • Unlimited drinking water (as specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Refreshments during safari in the safari vehicle

What's Not Included

  • International flights (from/to home)
  • Medical/luggage insurance
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (tipping guideline: US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa entry fees upon arrival at the airport, etc.)

What to bring

  • Camera and memory cards
  • Sweater or fleece pullover to keep warm
  • Sturdy boots or sandals
  • Sun hat
  • Sunglasses
  • T-shirts or polo shirts (2-5, depending on how often you want to change)
  • Sleeve shirts (lightweight)
  • Shorts
  • Long trousers
  • Socks
  • Sleepwear
  • Travel towel
  • Thermal underwear, gloves, and a warm hat (during May-Sept)
  • Raincoat and rain trousers (during the rainy season, Mar-May and Oct-Dec)
  • Binoculars
  • Sunscreen
  • Wet wipes
  • Insect repellent
  • Personal toiletries (soap, shampoo, toothbrush, eye drops, etc.)
  • Malaria tablets
  • Flashlight or headlamp
  • Chargers and extra batteries for your camera, phone, etc.
  • Power adapter to fit the UK-style electrical socket

Know before you go

  • This tour starts and ends in Arusha.
  • The operator can help select your international or domestic flights, but you must book them yourself.
  • Fly to/from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO - check price) near Arusha. Or fly to/from Arusha Airport (ARK - check price) via Dar es Salaam or Nairobi (Kenya).
  • A transfer from and back to the airport is included.
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Arusha, Tanzania
Tour start
Kilimanjaro Airport Rd, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 days finish where they began, in Kilimanjaro Airport Rd.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $5,404.00 — $6,200.00
Double Sharing $5,404.00 — $6,200.00

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