8 Days of Tanzania Safari
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Upon landing at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you’ll be warmly greeted by your driver/guide. After a brief introduction, you’ll be transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Sit back and relax as you take in the scenic views of Mount Meru and the lush Tanzanian countryside along the way. This peaceful drive is the perfect way to settle in and unwind after your flight, as you prepare for the incredible safari adventure ahead.
Overnight: Africa Safari Arusha Lodge
- Africa Safari Arusha Lodge
Africa Safari Arusha Lodg
Africa Safari Arusha Lodg
Africa Safari Arusha Lodge
Today, you’ll head out for an exciting game drive in Tarangire National Park, a place famous for its large elephant populations and majestic baobab trees. As you explore the park’s scenic landscapes, you might spot lions resting under the trees, giraffes feeding from tall branches, zebras and wildebeests wandering the plains, and colorful birdlife all around. With its peaceful surroundings and rich variety of wildlife, Tarangire offers a perfect and memorable start to your safari journey.
Overnight Stay: Africa Safari Lake Manyara
- Africa Safari Lake Manyara
Africa Safari Lake Manyara
Africa Safari Lake Manyara
After enjoying a delicious breakfast, your adventure continues with a scenic transfer to the heart of the Serengeti Central Serengeti, a region famous for its year round wildlife and iconic landscapes. Upon arrival in Central Serengeti, you’ll drive straight into a thrilling game drive, exploring this vibrant area known for its abundance of predators like lions, leopards, and cheetahs, as well as vast herds of herbivores such as zebras, wildebeests, and gazelles. The endless savannah, dotted with acacia trees and rocky outcrops called kopjes, creates a picture perfect backdrop for unforgettable wildlife sightings. You’ll spend two nights in this spectacular region, allowing plenty of time to fully immerse yourself in the magic of the Serengeti. Enjoy sunrise and sunset drives, where the golden light paints the landscape and animals are at their most active.
Overnight Stay: Africa Safari Serengeti Ikoma
- Africa Safari Serengeti Ikoma
Africa Safari Serengeti Ikoma
Africa Safari Serengeti Ikoma
After breakfast, you’ll set out for a morning game drive in the Central Serengeti, a region well known for its rich wildlife and classic savannah scenery. As the sun rises, you’ll have great chances to spot lions, elephants, giraffes, and a variety of plains game in the golden morning light. Around midday, you’ll begin your journey toward the Southern Serengeti, specifically the Ndutu area, with a game drive en route. This scenic transfer doubles as a wildlife viewing opportunity, as the route passes through areas where animals are often active. By the afternoon, you’ll arrive in Ndutu, where the landscape begins to open up into the wide, wildlife rich plains that this area is famous for especially during the Great Migration season
Overnight Stay: Africa Safari Southern Serengeti (Ndutu)
- Africa Safari Southern Serengeti
Africa Safari Southern Serengeti
Africa Safari Southern Serengeti
Spend two unforgettable nights and three days exploring the vast plains of Serengeti National Park one of Africa’s most iconic safari destinations. Enjoy daily game drives across diverse landscapes, where you’ll have the chance to witness the Big Five and, depending on the season, the breathtaking spectacle of the Great Migration. From golden savannahs to rocky outcrops and riverine forests, the Serengeti offers incredible wildlife encounters at every turn. In between adventures, relax at your safari lodge or camp, soaking in the stunning sunsets and the sounds of the wild under star-filled skies.
On the third day of your safari at Serengeti National Park , after a final morning game drive or a relaxed breakfast you will be transferred to a nearby Serengeti airstrip (Fort Ikoma) for your scenic flight to Zanzibar Island. Leave the savannah behind as you head to the tropical paradise of Zanzibar, where white-sand beaches and turquoise waters await for the relaxing part of your journey.
- Africa Safari Southern Serengeti
Africa Safari Southern Serengeti
Africa Safari Southern Serengeti
After an early breakfast, we’ll head out for a half-day game drive in the Southern Serengeti, taking in the sights and sounds of the plains one last time. The morning is a great opportunity to spot wildlife while the animals are still active, with chances to see lions, cheetahs, elephants, and large herds of wildebeest and zebras. After exploring the area and soaking in the stunning scenery, we’ll begin our journey to Karatu. Once we arrive, you can relax and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere at the lodge, resting up for the adventures ahead.
Overnight Stay: Africa Safari Lake Manyara
- Africa Safari Lake Manyara
Africa Safari Lake Manyara
Africa Safari Lake Manyara
Today, you’ll embark on an exciting game drive in the beautiful Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its diverse ecosystems and incredible wildlife. As you explore the park, you’ll pass through dense forests, open woodlands, and grassy plains before reaching the shores of the stunning lake. Keep an eye out for the park’s famous tree-climbing lions, as well as large herds of elephants, buffaloes, and zebras. You may also spot giraffes, baboons, and a wide variety of birds, including flamingos that flock to the lake’s alkaline waters. With its vibrant landscapes and abundance of wildlife, a game drive in Lake Manyara offers a truly unique and unforgettable safari experience.
Overnight Stay: Planet Lodge
- Planet Lodge
Planet Lodge
Planet Lodge
After a hearty breakfast, you’ll be transferred from your lodge in Arusha to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). As you journey through the scenic Tanzanian countryside, passing vibrant villages and lush landscapes, take time to reflect on the unforgettable moments of your safari adventure. With your heart full of memories and your camera full of stunning photos, you’ll arrive at the airport ready for your onward journey, carrying with you the spirit and beauty of Tanzania’s wild places.
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