8 Day safari itinerary in Tanzania

8 Days Tanzania safari itinerary package focuses on an 8 day Wildlife watching tour in Tanzania’s Northern Circuit. The  perfect  8 days Tanzania safari explores 4  safari National parks  of: Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti national Park & Ngorongoro Conservation Area to catch sight of the Big 5.

Detailed Itinerary For 8 Days Tanzania Safari

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Activities: Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to Arusha. Rest and prepare for the safari.

Accommodation: Arusha Coffee Lodge – A charming lodge located on a coffee plantation offering luxurious rooms and excellent amenities.

Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Activities: Drive to Tarangire National Park. Enjoy a game drive in the afternoon, famous for its large elephant herds and baobab trees.

Accommodation: Tarangire Treetops – Unique treetop suites offering spectacular views of the park and wildlife.

Day 3: Tarangire National Park to Lake Manyara National Park

Activities: Morning game drive in Tarangire, then transfer to Lake Manyara National Park. Afternoon game drive in Lake Manyara, known for its tree-climbing lions.

Accommodation: Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge – Overlooking the Great Rift Valley, this lodge provides comfortable rooms with stunning views.

Day 4: Lake Manyara to Serengeti National Park (Central Serengeti)

Activities: Travel to Serengeti National Park with an en-route game drive. Afternoon game drive in the Central Serengeti, known for year-round wildlife.

Accommodation: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge – Situated on a hill with panoramic views, offering a great base for exploring the park.

Day 5: Serengeti National Park (Seronera Area)

Activities: Full day of game drives in the Serengeti, focusing on the Seronera area. This region is ideal for spotting the Big Five and witnessing the Great Migration (depending on the time of year).

Accommodation: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

Day 6: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater

Activities: Morning game drive in the Serengeti before heading to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for an afternoon game drive.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge – Perched on the crater rim with breathtaking views of the crater floor.

Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater

Activities: Early morning descent into Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive. Explore this UNESCO World Heritage site known for its dense wildlife population.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

Day 8: Ngorongoro to Arusha – Departure

Activities: Return to Arusha with optional stops at local markets or cultural sites. Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight.
Accommodation: Day room at Arusha Coffee Lodge (if your flight is in the evening)