AFRICAN SAFARI TANZANIA
Embark on an unforgettable 8-Day African Safari Tanzania, merging wildlife wonders with cultural immersion. Explore Tanzania’s rich heritage and remarkable wildlife on this exclusive journey.
- Tarangire, S.Serengeti, C.Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Arusha
8 DAY, 7 NIGHT
8-Day Exclusive Tanzania Cultural and Wildlife Safari
Experience the ultimate Tanzania safari adventure with our carefully curated 8-day journey that blends rich cultural encounters with breathtaking wildlife experiences. This extraordinary itinerary takes you through Tarangire National Park, Lake Natron, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Highlands, the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Eyasi—offering an unmatched exploration of Tanzania’s iconic landscapes and heritage.
Why Choose This Safari?
Immersive Cultural Experiences: Engage with indigenous tribes, including the Hadzabe and Datoga, to witness their ancient traditions and way of life.
Unrivaled Wildlife Encounters: Track the Big Five and witness the awe-inspiring Great Migration in the Serengeti.
Diverse Landscapes: From vast savannahs to volcanic highlands and flamingo-dotted lakes, each day presents a new breathtaking view.
Expert-Guided Adventure: Led by seasoned safari guides, ensuring an in-depth and insightful journey through Tanzania’s hidden gems.
Mid-range tour
This tour falls within the mid-range category and incorporates accommodations at lodges and hotels.
Can be customized
You have the option to ask for minor adjustments to the lodging and destinations included in this tour.
Private tour
This tour will be arranged exclusively for your party and will not be shared with any other guests.
Can start any day
If available, you may select your preferred tour start date to align with your personal schedule and preferences.
- Requests are sent directly to the tour operator
- If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Eileen’s Trees Inn Karatu – Key Highlights
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Hotel Name | Eileen’s Trees Inn |
| Location | Karatu, Northern Tanzania (Near Ngorongoro & Lake Manyara) |
| Room Type | Garden-view Cottages |
| Highlights | Serene gardens, eco-friendly design, cozy lounge, and private patios |
| Included Services | Full-board meals, Wi-Fi, coffee/tea, private bathroom |
| Ideal For | Safari travelers, couples, and families |
| Price Range | From $150 per person per night (full board) |
Narudi Tented Camp – Key Details
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Camp Name | Narudi Tented Camp |
| Location | Central Serengeti, Tanzania |
| Tent Sizes | Discovery (45 m²) & Explorer (60 m²) canvas tents |
| Accommodation | Ensuite bathrooms, mosquito nets, solar‑heated hot water |
| Amenities | Solar lighting, lounge/bar area, Wi‑Fi in common areas |
| Highlights | 180° veranda views over the Serengeti; authentic bush atmosphere |
| Ideal For | Wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, couples, solo travelers |
| Price Range | Approx. $155–$180 per person/night (full board) |
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrival Airport to Arusha/JRO
Met by our representative on arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport or
Arusha Airport. Transfer to your accommodation in Arusha for
an overnight stay.
If you arrive at Kilimanjaro Airport the drive to the hotel in
Arusha will take about 45 mins, around 50Kms
Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, you will meet your tour guide or an office representative for a briefing about your upcoming safari. You will then depart on a scenic two-hour drive to Tarangire National Park. Along the way, the landscape unfolds into open grasslands dotted with the majestic silhouettes of ancient baobab trees. Their distinctive homesteads punctuate the journey with glimpses into a timeless way of life.
Upon arrival at Tarangire, you’ll enter a world famed for its vast elephant herds, tree-climbing pythons, and diverse wildlife including lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, and countless antelope species.
A picnic lunch beneath the trees provides a perfect midday break before continuing with an
afternoon game drive. The park’s tranquility and rich wildlife offer a truly immersive introduction to Tanzania’s natural beauty.
Later in the evening, you’ll drive onward to the town of Karatu, where dinner and a restful overnight stay.
Day 3: Karatu to Lake Natron
After breakfast you will drive to Lake Natron that is wild and remote. It is situated at the base of Africa’s only active volcano, Oldoinyo Lengai, which is known as the Mountain of God to the local Maasai people. Lake Natron is one of the most alkaline lakes in the world. The lake is home to millions of tiny crustaceans, attracting literally thousands of lesser flamingos and it is therefore one of the most important flamingo breeding grounds on earth. The area around Lake Natron contains some of the most harsh and amazing scenery in Africa.
After a lunch in midday, together with your guide, you will be accompanied by a local Maasai guide and walk up to the Engero Sero Waterfalls. Winding up through the shady gorge, you will reach a beautiful natural swimming pool surrounded by steep rock walls showered by cascading spring water where you will have the opportunity to swim.
After today’s activities you will walk back to the lodge for dinner and an overnight
Day 4: Karatu to Serengeti NP
After breakfast, you’ll depart from your hotel in Karatu and begin the journey to Serengeti National Park. The drive takes you through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, offering breathtaking views of the Ngorongoro Crater along the way. The trip usually takes around seven hours, depending on the wildlife you encounter en route, especially in the southern plains where animals often gather in large numbers.
You’ll stop for a picnic lunch along the way, then continue to the heart of the park—known as the Seronera area. This central region, nourished by the Seronera River, is one of the most wildlife-rich habitats in the Serengeti and teems with iconic species year-round.
Later in the afternoon, you’ll drive to your camp for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 5: Full day Serengeti NP
Wake up early and head out for a full-day game drive in Serengeti National Park. The vast open plains offer spectacular opportunities to observe wildlife in their natural habitat. You’ll explore different areas of the park, moving through diverse landscapes and habitats rich with animal activity.
Throughout the day, you may encounter a wide range of species including elephants, buffaloes, zebras, giraffes, and various antelopes. Predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards may also be spotted as they roam the savanna. Luckily, you might even spot all members of the Big Five in a single day.
During midday, you’ll take a break to enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic location within the park.
In the evening, return to your lodge for a relaxing dinner and overnight stay, surrounded by the serene sounds of the wild.
Day 6:Serengeti NP to Karatu
After breakfast, you’ll set off with a packed lunch for an early morning game drive in Serengeti National Park, exploring the plains during the prime wildlife viewing hours between 08:00 and 10:00. This is a wonderful time to witness animals at their most active elephants grazing in the open fields, predators on the move, and herds of antelope beginning their day.
Following the game drive, you’ll enjoy a relaxed picnic lunch in the heart of the bush. Afterward, you’ll begin your journey toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, passing through breathtaking landscapes along the way. The drive offers more chances to encounter wildlife as you gradually ascend toward the highlands.
By late afternoon, you’ll arrive in Karatu, a charming town nestled in the green hills just outside the Ngorongoro Forest. Check in to your lodge or farmhouse and unwind for the evening, enjoying a delicious dinner and reflecting on the day’s adventures.
Eileen Tree Inn Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 7: Karatu to Ngorongoro Crater/Lake Eyasi
After an early breakfast, you’ll depart for the Ngorongoro Crater, descending into the caldera for a half-day game drive. Often referred to as the “Eighth Wonder of the World,” the Crater is home to an extraordinary concentration of wildlife, including lions, elephants, rhinos, and hippos, all set against a dramatic backdrop of cliffs and lush landscapes.
In the early afternoon, you’ll ascend from the crater and begin the scenic drive to Lake Eyasi.
Upon arrival, you’ll head to your lodge, where dinner will be served and you’ll settle in for an overnight stay.
Day 8: Lake Eyasi to Arusha
After an early morning breakfast, you depart for your cultural tour with the hadzabe community. This is your day with a typical cultural tribe and engage in real hunting together. It is a tribe of hunters and collectors. A visit with the hadzabe is worthwhile as they will graciously show you where and how they live and hunt.
Hadzabe lives in traditional ways, hunting games such as dik-diks and collecting honey. Their huts are simple, built in a few hours and easily abandoned. They subsist entirely off the bush and by bow hunting. Everything they use is made from local materials, including their bows which are strung with giraffe tendon and their arrows which are coated in lethal poison. Their language resembles that of Kalahari Bushmen tribe (who were featured in the 1980 film ‘The Gods Must Be Crazy’) with clicking noises.
After hunting and engagement with the tribe, you depart for Arusha with a stop for your lunch on the way.
Later Drop to Airport for flight back.
Pricing (USD per person) – High Season
High Season → 1st Jan – 31st Mar & 16th May – 31st Dec
| No of Pax Travelling | Single | Sharing (2) | Sharing (3) | Sharing (4) | Sharing (5) | Sharing (6) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valid Dates ↓ | ||||||
| 1st Jan – 31st Mar & 16th May – 31st Dec | $4,665 | $2,964 | $2,595 | $2,262 | $2,181 | $2,028 |
Pricing (USD per person) – Low Season
Low Season → 1st April – 15th May
| No of Pax Travelling | Single | Sharing (2) | Sharing (3) | Sharing (4) | Sharing (5) | Sharing (6) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valid Dates ↓ | ||||||
| 1st April – 15th May | $4,498 | $2,850 | $2,463 | $2,148 | $2,056 | $1,914 |
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- Luxury & Mid-Range Accommodation Options
- Expert Local Guides
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