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8 Days Mid Range Lodge Safari
This 8-day safari offers an exceptional journey through some of northern Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations, with a special focus on cultural experiences. Start your adventure in Arusha National Park, where you can explore on foot or by canoe, with stunning views of Mount Meru. Then, discover Tarangire National Park, known for its vast herds of elephants and towering baobab trees. Continue to Lake Manyara, famous for its tree-climbing lions and birdlife, before heading to the endless plains of the Serengeti for unforgettable game viewing, including the Great Migration (seasonal).
After Serengeti, explore the rich biodiversity of the Ngorongoro Crater, before finishing your safari with a visit to Lake Eyasi. Here, you’ll experience the unique cultures of the Hadza and Datoga tribes, adding a cultural element to your wildlife adventure. This itinerary combines stunning natural beauty, incredible wildlife sightings, and authentic cultural immersion.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha, you’ll be met and transferred to your hotel. After a short safari briefing, you can relax or explore Arusha with an optional city tour. Overnight stay in Arusha..
Overnight at Tulia lodge in Arusha
Bed and Breakfast meal included
Day 2: Arusha National Park
After breakfast, drive to Arusha National Park. Explore the park’s diverse landscapes, including its lush forests and the picturesque Momella Lakes, with the option for a walking safari or canoeing. Look out for giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and flamingos. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park and return to Arusha for the evening. Overnight stay in Arusha.
Overnight at Tulia lodge in Arusha
Bed and Breakfast meal included
Day 3: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its massive elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Enjoy a full day of game viewing in the park, where you may also spot lions, cheetahs, giraffes, and a variety of bird species. Afterward, transfer to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Overnight at Marera Valley Lodge
All meals included
Day 4: Tarangire – Lake Manyara National Park
Today, depart for Lake Manyara National Park, renowned for its tree-climbing lions and stunning lake views. Enjoy a game drive in the park, spotting elephants, monkeys, flamingos, and more. In the afternoon, transfer to your lodge or camp near the Ngorongoro Highlands for dinner and overnight stay.
Overnight at Marera Valley Lodge
All meals included
Day 5: Lake Manyara – Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area on your way to the Serengeti. Enjoy a game drive as you enter the park and marvel at the vast, open plains. Arrive at your lodge or camp in time for an afternoon game drive, followed by dinner and overnight stay.
Overnight at Serengeti Heritage Camp
All meals included
Day 6: Full Day in Serengeti National Park
Spend the entire day in Serengeti National Park, where you will have the chance to witness the incredible wildlife. Your guide will take you on morning and afternoon game drives, tracking predators and watching herds of wildebeest, zebras, and antelope. Depending on the season, you may be able to witness the Great Migration. Return to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight stay.
Overnight at Serengeti Heritage Camp
All meals included
Day 7: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater
After an early breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in the Serengeti before departing for the Ngorongoro Crater. After lunch, descend into the crater for a half-day safari. The crater is home to a rich variety of wildlife, including elephants, lions, buffaloes, and black rhinos. In the late afternoon, return to your lodge on the crater rim for dinner and overnight stay.
Overnight at Marera Valley Lodge
All meals included
Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater – Lake Eyasi – Arusha
After breakfast, depart for Lake Eyasi. Explore the unique cultures of the Hadzabe and Datoga tribes, where you can learn about their traditional ways of life and experience a hunting demonstration with the Hadza. After your cultural experience, return to Arusha in the afternoon for your flight back to your onward destination or your next stop.
End of your Safari