8-Day Northern Tanzania Safari & Cultural Journey

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport – Transfer to Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be greeted by your Serengeti Mufasa Tours & Safaris guide and transferred to Arusha. Spend the day resting after your flight, with a safari briefing outlining your journey, wildlife expectations, and cultural visits. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings and views of Mount Meru while preparing for your adventure in northern Tanzania.

Main Destination:

Kilimanjaro Airport

Accommodation:

Pazuri Inn

• Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Drinks not included

Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Enjoy a full-day game drive along the Tarangire River, spotting lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and abundant bird species. A picnic lunch inside the park allows you to fully immerse yourself in this scenic wildlife haven before returning to Karatu for the night.

Main Destination:

Tarangire National Park

Best Time To Visit July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River)

High Season June to October (The park is full of visitors)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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HippoCommon

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Marera Valley Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Maasai Village Visit – Mto wa Mbu Cultural Activities & Home-Hosted Lunch

Experience authentic Tanzanian culture today. Visit a traditional Maasai village to learn about their customs, daily life, and attire. Continue to Mto wa Mbu village for guided cultural activities, including local markets, banana plantations, and craft demonstrations. Enjoy a home-hosted lunch with a local family, gaining insight into Tanzanian culinary traditions before returning to Karatu for the evening.

Main Destination:

Mto Wa Mbu (Town)

Accommodation:

Marera Valley Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Serengeti National Park (Game Drive En Route)

After breakfast, drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area toward Serengeti National Park. Game viewing begins en route, with opportunities to spot predators and large herds of wildlife as the landscape opens into the famous Serengeti plains. Arrive at your camp in time to enjoy sunset views over the rolling savannah.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)

High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Serengeti Classic View Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Serengeti National Park

Spend a full day exploring Serengeti National Park with morning and afternoon game drives. This region is renowned for large prides of lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, and buffalo, as well as vast herds of wildebeest and zebras. Your guide will track wildlife patterns to ensure rewarding sightings and exceptional photographic opportunities across the endless plains.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Serengeti Classic View Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, depart Serengeti and head to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a remarkable game drive within this UNESCO World Heritage Site. The crater hosts a dense population of wildlife, including the Big Five, hippos, flamingos, and the rare black rhino. Later, ascend the crater rim and continue to your lodge for relaxation.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)

High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)

Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

Show more

ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Mamadunia Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Hadzabe & Datoga Cultural Visits

Today is dedicated to authentic cultural encounters. Visit the Hadzabe hunter-gatherer community to observe traditional hunting and gathering practices, followed by a visit to the Datoga pastoralist community known for their beadwork and cattle herding. Engage with locals, learn about their lifestyles, and enjoy a unique cultural exchange before returning to your lodge for the evening.

Main Destination:

Lake Eyasi

Accommodation:

Mamadunia Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Eyasi

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Arusha – Departure

After breakfast, drive back to Arusha through scenic highland landscapes. Enjoy lunch in town and, if time allows, last-minute souvenir shopping before being transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward journey, concluding your unforgettable Tanzania safari and cultural adventure with Serengeti Mufasa Tours & Safaris.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.