Tanzania Holiday Safari
8 days—Explore top wildlife parks in Tanzania 2026-2027; Including Serengeti, Ngorongoro & more in just 8 days group joining safari
$1600-2000 USD
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Safari summary
This 8-day Tanzania safari holiday from 2026 to 2027 takes you on an unforgettable journey through some of the country’s best wildlife parks. Starting in Arusha, you’ll visit Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater. Along the way, enjoy stunning landscapes, close-up wildlife sightings, and rich local culture. Stay in comfortable lodges and camps that offer great views and relaxing atmospheres after each game drive. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a returning traveler, this safari is the perfect way to experience the wild beauty of Tanzania in a short but exciting trip. Expect to see elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and maybe even the Big Five. All transfers, park fees, meals, and guides are included, making this a worry-free adventure through the heart of East Africa.
About this tour
| Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
| Main focus | Game drives | |
| Activity level | Easy activity | |
| Best months | All months | |
| Countries | ||
| Parks |
Fine details
Safari highlights
- Bird watching—with professional guide
- Photography safari—with professional guide
- Wildlife sanctuaries
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Alcoholic beverages
- Hot air balloons
- Internal flights
- International flights
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Spa treatments
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Arrival in Arusha
Welcome to Tanzania! Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you'll be greeted by your safari guide and driven to Arusha. Take time to rest at your hotel after your flight. If you arrive early, you can explore the town, visit a local market, or relax in the hotel garden. Your guide will brief you about the adventure ahead. Get a good night's sleep before starting your safari journey tomorrow.
Hotel in Arusha
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Tarangire
After breakfast, leave Arusha and drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its open savannah, ancient baobab trees, and large elephant herds. Enjoy a full-day game drive where you may also spot giraffes, lions, zebras, and many bird species. Stop for a picnic lunch in a scenic spot, then continue exploring the park before heading to your lodge. In the evening, relax and enjoy dinner under the stars.
Lodge near Tarangire
Tarangire to Lake Manyara
Lake Manyara
Depart Tarangire and head to Lake Manyara National Park, a small but diverse park known for its lush forest, soda lake, and views of the Great Rift Valley. Go on a game drive looking for hippos, flamingos, baboons, and the famous tree-climbing lions. The landscape here changes quickly from forest to open grasslands. After your safari, drive to your nearby lodge to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.
Lodge near Lake Manyara
Lake Manyara to Serengeti
Serengeti
Today, begin your journey to the world-famous Serengeti. Drive through the beautiful Ngorongoro Highlands and Maasai villages, enjoying the changing landscapes. Enter Serengeti National Park by midday and begin your first game drive across the endless plains. Look out for herds of wildebeest, zebras, and predators such as cheetahs and lions. Reach your tented camp in time for sunset and dinner.
Tented Camp inside Serengeti
Full Day in Serengeti
Serengeti
Spend the full day exploring the heart of Serengeti. With vast open plains and rich wildlife, Serengeti offers amazing game viewing year-round. You may see elephants, buffaloes, lions, leopards, giraffes, and possibly catch a river crossing during migration season. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wild before continuing your drive. Return to your camp in the evening to share stories around the campfire.
Tented Camp inside Serengeti
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
Start your morning with one last game drive in Serengeti as the sun rises. After breakfast, begin your journey toward Ngorongoro. Stop for wildlife viewing and photos along the way. Arrive at your lodge on the crater rim in the afternoon and take in the incredible views. Enjoy dinner while overlooking one of Africa’s most famous natural wonders.
Lodge near Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater to Karatu
Ngorongoro Crater
Today you'll descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive in a unique and protected ecosystem. This is one of the best places to see all Big Five animals in one area. The crater is home to black rhinos, hippos, elephants, hyenas, and a large pride of lions. After a picnic lunch beside a hippo pool, ascend and drive to nearby Karatu for a relaxing evening.
Lodge in Karatu
Karatu to Arusha
Enjoy your final breakfast before beginning the drive back to Arusha. On the way, pass through coffee farms and local villages. Stop in Arusha for lunch and some last-minute souvenir shopping, if time allows. Later, transfer to the airport for your departure flight. You leave with unforgettable memories of Tanzania’s incredible wildlife and landscapes.
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