8 Days Safari Arusha Start – Northern Tanzania Circuit

An 8 days safari starting in Arusha is one of the most popular ways to explore Tanzania’s legendary Northern Circuit. Beginning in Arusha, this safari takes you through world-famous parks including Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater.

This itinerary offers incredible wildlife viewing, scenic landscapes, and opportunities to spot the Big Five.

8 Days Safari Itinerary (Arusha Start)

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

• Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport

• Transfer to your hotel in Arusha

• Safari briefing and overnight stay

Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park

• Morning drive to Tarangire (approx. 2–3 hours)

• Full-day game drive

• Famous for large elephant herds and baobab trees

• Overnight at lodge or tented camp

Day 3: Tarangire – Lake Manyara National Park

• Drive to Lake Manyara

• Game drive with chances to see tree-climbing lions

• Flamingos, hippos, giraffes, and diverse birdlife

• Overnight near Lake Manyara or Karatu

Day 4: Lake Manyara – Serengeti National Park

• Scenic drive through Ngorongoro Highlands

• Optional stop at viewpoint overlooking Ngorongoro Crater

• Afternoon game drive in Central Serengeti

• Overnight in Serengeti

Day 5: Full Day Serengeti Safari

• Morning and afternoon game drives

• Excellent predator sightings (lions, cheetahs, leopards)

• Seasonal Great Migration viewing

• Overnight in Serengeti

Day 6: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area

• Morning game drive in Serengeti

• Drive to Ngorongoro

• Optional Maasai village visit

• Overnight at crater rim lodge

Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater Safari

• Early descent into the crater

• Spot black rhinos, elephants, lions, and hippos

• Picnic lunch inside the crater

• Overnight in Karatu or Ngorongoro area

Day 8: Return to Arusha

• After breakfast, drive back to Arusha

• Optional cultural tour or local market visit

• Transfer to airport for departure

Safari Highlights

• Big Five wildlife viewing

• Great Migration (seasonal)

• Ngorongoro Crater – UNESCO World Heritage Site

• Diverse ecosystems: savannah, crater floor, lake, woodlands

• Professional English-speaking safari guide

Best Time to Travel

• June – October: Best wildlife viewing (dry season)

• December – March: Calving season in Serengeti

• April – May: Low season with fewer tourists

Estimated Cost Per Person (Private Safari)

Includes park fees, accommodation, meals, private 4×4 safari vehicle, and guide.

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