8-Day Tanzania Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater
Explore Tanzania's classic northern circuit with an 8-day adventure through Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. Big game, stunning landscapes, and unforgettable experiences.
8-Day Tanzania Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater
Experience the best of Tanzania's northern safari circuit on this 8-day journey, visiting three of Africa's most celebrated parks. Witness elephants in Tarangire, the endless plains of the Serengeti, and the dramatic wildlife haven of Ngorongoro Crater.
Day 1 – Arrival in Arusha
- Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO).
- Meet & greet, transfer to your hotel for overnight.
Accommodation: Arusha Serena / Mount Meru Hotel / equivalent.
Day 2 – Arusha → Tarangire National Park
- Drive to Tarangire National Park (≈2.5 h).
- Afternoon game drive among baobabs and elephant herds.
Wildlife: elephants, lions, giraffes, buffalo. Accommodation: Tarangire Sopa / Maramboi Tented Camp.
Day 3 – Tarangire → Serengeti National Park
- Scenic drive via the Ngorongoro Highlands to Serengeti (≈5–6 h).
- Afternoon game drive en route to your camp.
Accommodation: Serengeti Serena / Kati Kati Tented Camp / equivalent.
Day 4–5 – Serengeti National Park
- Full days of game drives across the Serengeti plains.
- Search for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, and (in season) the Great Migration.
- Optional: sunrise hot-air balloon safari.
Accommodation: same as previous night.
Day 6 – Serengeti → Ngorongoro Conservation Area
- Morning game drive, then transfer to Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
- Overnight on the crater rim with stunning views.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena / Rhino Lodge / equivalent.
Day 7 – Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive
- Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive.
- Spot black rhinos, lions, hippos, flamingos, and more.
Accommodation: Karatu area (Ngorongoro Farm House / Kitela Lodge).
Day 8 – Karatu → Arusha → Departure
- Drive back to Arusha (≈3.5 h).
- Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your outbound flight.
Key Facts
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Duration | 8 days / 7 nights |
| Best Season | June – October (dry season) or December – March (calving season) |
| Parks Visited | Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater |
| Transport | 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser |
| Extensions | Zanzibar, Lake Eyasi, Arusha NP |
| Starting Price | USD 2,900–4,200 pp sharing (mid-range–luxury) |
What’s Included
- Accommodation (lodges, tented camps, or hotels)
- Transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle with a professional driver/guide
- Fuel for the vehicle during game drives
- Park and conservation fees / national park entry permits
- Guided game drives (morning, afternoon, or full-day depending on itinerary)
- Bottled or drinking water during game drives
- Meals during safari days, incl. fresh picnic lunches
- Airport pick-up / drop-off
- Binoculars
- Local taxes and government levies
- Some itineraries cover meals, cultural visits, or walking safaris
What’s Not Included
- International flights
- Visa fees for entry into the safari country
- Travel insurance / medical evacuation
- Tips for guides, drivers, camp staff, and porters
- Alcoholic drinks, soft drinks, and premium beverages
- Optional activities not listed in the itinerary (e.g. hot air balloon rides, walking safaris, night drives)
- Laundry, phone calls, and personal expenditures
- Vaccinations or malaria prophylaxis / medication
- Emergency medical evacuation / AMREF coverage
- Domestic flights (unless stated in the package)