8 Days Safari Tanzania Travel Itinerary

An 8 days safari Tanzania travel itinerary is the perfect way to explore the country’s world-famous Northern Circuit. This journey combines breathtaking landscapes, diverse ecosystems, and exceptional wildlife viewing, including the Big Five and (seasonally) the Great Migration.

Main destinations covered:

• Tarangire National Park

• Lake Manyara National Park

• Serengeti National Park

• Ngorongoro Crater

• Starting and ending in Arusha

Detailed 8-Day Tanzania Safari Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

• Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport

• Transfer to hotel in Arusha

• Safari briefing and overnight stay

Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park

• Morning drive to Tarangire (2–3 hours)

• Full-day game drive

• Highlights: large elephant herds, baobab trees, lions, giraffes

• Overnight at lodge or tented camp

Day 3: Tarangire – Lake Manyara National Park

• Morning game drive

• Transfer to Lake Manyara

• Afternoon game drive: tree-climbing lions, flamingos, hippos

• Overnight in Karatu area

Day 4: Lake Manyara – Serengeti National Park

• Scenic drive via Ngorongoro Highlands

• Stop at Ngorongoro Crater viewpoint

• Afternoon game drive in Central Serengeti

• Overnight in Serengeti safari camp

Day 5: Full Day Serengeti Safari

• Morning and afternoon game drives

• Big cats: lions, cheetahs, leopards

• Wildebeest migration (seasonal)

• Optional hot air balloon safari (extra cost)

• Overnight in Serengeti

Day 6: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area

• Early morning wildlife viewing

• Transfer to Ngorongoro

• Optional Maasai cultural visit

• Overnight at crater rim lodge

Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater Safari

• Early descent into the crater

• Dense wildlife population

• Chance to see endangered black rhino

• Picnic lunch on crater floor

• Overnight in Karatu

Day 8: Return to Arusha

• Breakfast at lodge

• Drive back to Arusha

• Airport transfer for departure

Safari Highlights

• Big Five wildlife viewing

• Ngorongoro Crater – UNESCO World Heritage Site

• Diverse landscapes in one journey

• Scenic highland drives

• Professional guide and 4×4 safari vehicle

Best Time to Travel

• June – October: Dry season, best wildlife viewing

• December – March: Calving season in Serengeti

• April – May: Green season, fewer tourists

Estimated Cost Per Person

Prices vary depending on season, accommodation level, and group size.

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