8-Day Tanzania Classic Safari

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

• Activities: Airport pick-up, transfer to hotel
• Accommodation: Mid-range hotel in Arusha
• Meals: Dinner

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be welcomed by your safari guide and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Spend the evening relaxing, freshening up, and enjoying a welcome dinner at the hotel. This is also an opportunity to review your safari itinerary with your guide.

Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park

• Activities: Full-day game drive in Tarangire
• Accommodation: Mid-range lodge near Tarangire
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, which is about a two-hour drive from Arusha. Known for its large elephant herds and stunning baobab trees, Tarangire offers excellent wildlife viewing opportunities.

Embark on a full-day game drive, spotting elephants, giraffes, zebras, and numerous bird species. Look for predators such as lions and leopards. A picnic lunch will be served in the park, allowing you to enjoy your meal amidst nature.

In the evening, check-in at your mid-range lodge near Tarangire for dinner and a restful night. Enjoy Tanzania luxury safari experiences.

Day 3: Tarangire – Lake Manyara National Park

• Activities: Transfer to Lake Manyara, afternoon game drive
• Accommodation: Mid-range lodge near Lake Manyara
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park, which is about a one-and-a-half-hour drive away. This park is known for its stunning scenery, including the Great Rift Valley and diverse wildlife.

Enjoy an afternoon game drive, where you can see a variety of animals, including elephants, hippos, giraffes, and, if you’re lucky, the famous tree-climbing lions. The park is also a birdwatcher’s paradise, home to over 400 species.

After Tanzania luxury safari experiences game drive, check in at your mid-range lodge near Lake Manyara for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 4: Lake Manyara – Ngorongoro Crater

• Activities: Morning game drive in Lake Manyara, transfer to Ngorongoro
• Accommodation: Mid-range lodge on Ngorongoro Crater rim
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy an early morning Tanzania luxury safari experiences game drive in Lake Manyara to catch the wildlife at its most active. Afterward, return to your lodge for breakfast, check out, and depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Upon arrival, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, for an afternoon of game viewing. The crater is home to an incredible variety of wildlife, including the Big Five: lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and the critically endangered black rhino.

Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater before continuing your exploration. After a thrilling day, ascend the crater walls and return to your lodge on the rim for dinner and overnight accommodation.

Day 5: Ngorongoro – Serengeti National Park

• Activities: Transfer to Serengeti, afternoon game drive
• Accommodation: Mid-range lodge in Serengeti
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, depart for Serengeti National Park, with a scenic drive that takes around four hours. Enjoy the stunning landscapes as you enter one of the most famous wildlife parks in the world.

Upon arrival, enjoy a picnic lunch before heading out for an afternoon game drive. The Serengeti is renowned for its diverse wildlife, including large herds of wildebeest, zebras, and a variety of predators.

After an exciting day of wildlife viewing, return to your mid-range lodge in the Serengeti for dinner and a restful night.

Day 6: Serengeti National Park

• Activities: Full-day game drive in Serengeti
• Accommodation: Mid-range lodge in Serengeti
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today, enjoy a full day of exploration in the Serengeti. Your guide will take you to the best spots for wildlife viewing, depending on the season and animal movements. If you are visiting during the migration period, you may witness thousands of wildebeest and zebras crossing the plains.

Look out for lions, cheetahs, elephants, and many other species as you traverse the vast landscapes. A picnic lunch will be provided in the park, maximizing your time spent exploring.

In the evening, return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation, listening to the sounds of the African wilderness.

Day 7: Serengeti – Arusha

• Activities: Morning game drive in Serengeti, transfer back to Arusha
• Accommodation: None (End of Tour)
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

On your final day, rise early for a last morning game drive in the Serengeti. This early start allows you to witness the wildlife waking up and take in the beautiful sunrise over the plains.

After your game drive, return to your lodge for breakfast, check out, and begin your journey back to Arusha. Depending on your schedule, you may have time for lunch along the way or visit a local market for souvenirs.

Arrive in Arusha, where you’ll be dropped off at your hotel or Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight, concluding your unforgettable 8-day safari experience.

Day 8: Optional Activities in Arusha

• Activities: Cultural experiences, museum visits, or day hikes (if time allows)
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

If your schedule allows, you may spend this day in Arusha, engaging in optional activities. Consider visiting the Cultural Heritage Centre, the Arusha National Park, or taking a day hike on Mount Meru. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before your transfer to the airport.