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The Ultimate 8-Day Safari. Soft adventure, Classic game viewing, and refined comfort at every stage. Private Safari

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Duration

8 Days 7 Nights

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

6 people

Languages

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Overview

Your 8-day safari unfolds as a beautifully layered journey through Northern Tanzania’s most iconic landscapes, blending soft adventure, classic game viewing, and refined comfort at every stage.

It begins in the lush foothills of Arusha National Park, where the pace is intentionally gentle. A guided walking safari introduces you to the wild on foot,giraffes browsing quietly, buffalo at a distance, and the subtle rhythm of the forest coming alive around you. Your stay at Mazzola Safari House offers a warm and elegant retreat, where the experience feels personal, calm, and thoughtfully curated,setting the tone for the days ahead.

From here, you journey into the dramatic landscapes of Lake Manyara National Park. Known for its lush groundwater forests, soda lake, and tree-climbing lions, this park offers a striking contrast in scenery. Your overnight stay inside the park at Lake Manyara Tortilis Camp allows you to fully immerse in its atmosphere, sunsets over the escarpment and the distant calls of wildlife becoming part of the experience.

The safari then deepens as you travel into the vast plains of Serengeti National Park. In Central Serengeti, you stay at Serengeti Classic Campsite, perfectly positioned for year-round wildlife viewing. Here, endless savannah stretches in every direction, with abundant resident wildlife, lions, elephants, and cheetahs often seen in a single game drive.

Continuing north, the landscape shifts as you follow the path of the Great Migration. Two nights at Serengeti Haven Campsite place you close to this extraordinary natural event. Depending on the season, you may witness dramatic river crossings or vast herds moving across the plains, an experience that feels both powerful and deeply humbling.

You then return to Central Serengeti, staying at Kiriche Camps & Hotels, allowing for a final exploration of this wildlife-rich region. This transition offers a chance to revisit favorite sightings or discover new moments in a familiar landscape.

From the Serengeti, you descend into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s most unique ecosystems. Staying at Ngorongoro Serena Lodge, perched along the crater rim, you wake to panoramic views before descending into the crater for a remarkable game drive. Here, wildlife thrives within the enclosed caldera, offering one of the highest concentrations of animals in Africa.

Your journey concludes in the iconic baobab-dotted landscapes of Tarangire National Park. Known for its large elephant herds and seasonal river, Tarangire offers a quieter, more intimate safari experience. Your stay at Africa Safari Escarpment provides a scenic and relaxing end to the adventure, where you can reflect on the journey as the African sun sets over the wilderness.

This 8-day safari is designed to flow naturally from one destination to the next, balancing exploration, comfort, and unforgettable wildlife encounters across Tanzania’s most celebrated parks.

Highlights

  • Arusha National Park Walking Safari.
  • Personal feedback and Safari insight from Mazzola
  • Lake Manyara silent Accommodation & Safari
  • Serengeti National park, with wildebeest migration safari
  • Ngorongoro crater
  • Tarangire National Park

Bulk discount (by Percent)

Bulk discount adult
# Discount group From adult To adult Value
1 2 Adults 2 2 21.8%
2 3 Adults 3 3 29%
3 4 Adults 4 4 32.5%
4 5 Adutls 5 5 34.9%
5 6 Adults 6 6 36.7%

Itinerary

Day 1. Walking Safari at Arusha National Park

Your first adventure begins on foot in Arusha National Park, departure is set at 8:30 am. Driving to Arusha National Park for a walking safari, quietly through open plains and forest, guided by an expert ranger. Expect close, yet safe encounters with giraffes, zebras, and other wildlife in a truly intimate setting. Lunch is set at the Momela Lakes. Enjoying the landscape before returning to Mazzola Safari House in Arusha town

Day 2. Arusha to Lake Manyara.

Destination: Lake Manyara National Park Accommodation: Lake Manyara Tortilis Camp 07:30 – Breakfast A calm morning with freshly prepared breakfast overlooking the gardens. 08:30 – Depart (2–2.5 hrs) Drive along the Great Rift Valley escarpment, with changing landscapes unfolding along the way. 11:00 – 13:00 – Game Drive Enter Lake Manyara National Park, where dense forest meets open lake shores, home to monkeys, elephants, and flamingos. 13:00 – Lunch & Check-in at Lake Manyara Tortilis Camps Arrive at camp, nestled within the park, offering a true wilderness atmosphere. 16:00 – 18:30 – Afternoon Game Drive Explore further as the golden light softens the landscape—perfect for spotting wildlife and photography. Evening Dinner surrounded by the sounds of the wild, with the escarpment towering above.

Day 3. Lake Manyara to Serengeti National Park

Destination: Serengeti National Park (Central) Accommodation: Serengeti Classic Campsite 06:30 – Early Breakfast A quick but energizing start to prepare for a scenic journey. 07:00 – Depart (Transit Game Drive) Travel through the Ngorongoro highlands, where rolling hills slowly give way to endless plains. 14:30 – 17:30  Game Drive En Route As you enter Serengeti, wildlife becomes abundant, lions resting, herds grazing, and predators on the move. Evening Arrive at camp for dinner under the stars, surrounded by the sounds of the savannah. Accommodation at Serengeti Classic Camp

Day 4: Central to Northern Serengeti (Migration Area)

Destination: Northern Serengeti National Park

Accommodation: Serengeti Haven Campsite

06:30 – Sunrise Game Drive

Witness the Serengeti awaken—predators returning from the hunt and herbivores beginning their day.

08:30 – Breakfast at Camp

Relaxed breakfast with views over the plains.

09:30 – Depart North (4–5 hrs)

A game drive journey following wildlife corridors toward the migration zone.

13:30 – Picnic Lunch

Enjoy lunch in the wild, surrounded by vast open landscapes.

15:00 – 18:00 – Afternoon Game Drive

Arrive in Northern Serengeti, where the migration often gathers, an area known for dramatic crossings and predator action.

Evening

Settle into camp and enjoy a peaceful night in remote wilderness.

Day 5: Full Day Northern Serengeti (Migration Experience)

Accommodation: Kiriche Camps & Hotels

06:00 – 09:30 – Early Game Drive

Head out early for the best chance to witness the Great Migration, thousands of wildebeest and zebras moving together, sometimes crossing rivers in dramatic scenes.

10:00 – Brunch at Camp

Return for a relaxed brunch and time to unwind 

Enjoy the quiet of camp or take in the views of untouched wilderness before driving to central to Serengeti. 

Gather around the campfire, sharing stories beneath a sky filled with stars.

Day 6. Central Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Lodge

07:00 – Breakfast

A relaxed start before heading to central Serengeti.

08:00 – Depart (Game Drive)

Journey south with continuous wildlife sightings along the way.

13:00 – Picnic Lunch

A scenic stop in the bush to enjoy lunch.

14:00 – Game Drive and a drive to Ngorongoro area 

Evening

Arrive at Ngorongoro Serena lodge for your accommodation

Day 7. Ngorongoro Crater Safari

Destination: Central Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Africa Safari Lake Manyara Escarpment 

07:00 – Breakfast

A relaxed start before heading back through the highlands of Ngorongoro

08:00 – Depart (Game Drive)

Enjoying a Safari in Ngorongoro crater 

13:00 – Picnic Lunch

A scenic stop in the bush to enjoy lunch.

15:30 – 17:30 – Game Drive

Final exploration of Ngorongoro highlands

Evening

Arrive at camp for dinner and a comfortable overnight stay.

Day 8. Tarangire National Park.

Destination: Tarangire National Park

07:30 – Breakfast

Enjoy a peaceful morning with views over the highlands.

08:30 – Depart (3–4 hrs)

Journey toward Tarangire, passing Maasai lands and baobab-dotted terrain.

12:30 – 15:30 – Game Drive

Explore Tarangire’s rich wildlife—especially large elephant herds and diverse birdlife.

13:30 – Picnic Lunch

Lunch in the heart of the park, surrounded by nature.

16:00 – Transfer / Departure

Continue to your lodge for relaxation or transfer back to Arusha or the airport, marking the end of your safari.

Included/Excluded

  • All Entry Fees
  • Walking Safari Fees at Arusha National Park
  • Full Board Accommodations
  • Pick up & drop off at Kilimanjaro International Airport & Arusha Airport
  • Ngorongoro Crater service fees
  • All Concession fees for accommodations in the park
  • Drinking Water
  • A Star Driver/Guide
  • Modern Safari Jeep (Well equipped)
  • Luxury Accommodation (Luxury Campsites & Lodges)
  • Visa Applications to Tanzania
  • Hard Beverages
  • Tips

Tour's Location

FAQs

When is it best to book this tour?

This tour is best booked from June to October of every year. Wet season booking for Migration viewing at Ndutu area can be tailored (December to April) 

All-Inclusive Budget ?

This Safari budget is set to include all aspects of the safari as described on the itinerary. 

Where does the tour start & end

The tour is set to start & end in Arusha town. 

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