Wajefya Expeditions

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Arrival in arusha

Arrival in arusha

Upon arrival in Arusha, you will be met by your safari guide for a short briefing about your upcoming adventure. This day is mainly for preparation, gear checking, and relaxing after your journey. You may explore Arusha town on your own, visit local markets, or rest at a hotel of your choice (accommodation is not included). In the evening, your guide will confirm the safari schedule and ensure everything is ready for the next day’s departure to Tarangire.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Njiro Climax Resort
  • Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Tarangire national park

Tarangire national park

After breakfast, you depart for Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. The game drive begins immediately upon entry, where you may spot lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and various bird species. The Tarangire River attracts wildlife throughout the year, making it an excellent game viewing destination. In the evening, you transfer to a budget campsite or lodge near the park for dinner and overnight stay.

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
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Serengeti national park

Serengeti national park

After an early breakfast, you drive toward the world-famous Serengeti National Park, passing through the scenic highlands of the Ngorongoro area. You will enjoy a picnic lunch en route while observing wildlife along the way. Upon entering Serengeti, your afternoon game drive begins across the endless plains, where predators like lions, cheetahs, and hyenas are commonly seen. Dinner and overnight stay will be at a budget campsite inside or near the park.

Main Destination:
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
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Serengeti – ngorongoro highlands

Serengeti – ngorongoro highlands

This morning starts with an early sunrise game drive in Serengeti, the best time to witness predators in action. After breakfast, you continue game viewing while slowly exiting the park and heading toward the Ngorongoro Highlands. The journey offers beautiful landscapes and occasional wildlife sightings. You arrive at a budget campsite near the crater rim in the evening for dinner and overnight rest.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Highlands
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Ngorongoro Highlands
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Ngorongoro crater full day safari

Ngorongoro crater full day safari

After an early breakfast, you descend into the famous Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive. The crater is home to the “Big Five” including lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and the rare black rhino. The lush environment also supports flamingos, hippos, and large herds of herbivores. A picnic lunch will be enjoyed inside the crater before continuing the afternoon game drive. Later in the evening, you ascend and return to your campsite or lodge on the crater rim.

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

LionCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
HyenaAbundant
Show more
ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Lake manyara national park

Lake manyara national park

After breakfast, you drive to Lake Manyara National Park, a small but diverse park known for tree-climbing lions, flamingos, elephants, and lush groundwater forests. You will enjoy a relaxed game drive along the lake shore and forest areas. The park offers beautiful scenery and birdlife, making it ideal for photography. In the evening, you return to a budget lodge or campsite in the Karatu or Mto wa Mbu area.

Main Destination:
Lake Manyara National Park
Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals)
High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded)
Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
Show more
LionOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Lake Manyara NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Materuni waterfalls & coffee experience

Materuni waterfalls & coffee experience

After breakfast, you travel to Materuni village near Mount Kilimanjaro for a cultural and nature experience. You will hike to the stunning Materuni Waterfalls through green plantations and tropical scenery. After enjoying the waterfall, you will participate in a local coffee tour where you learn traditional Chagga coffee processing and roasting methods. This is a relaxing day away from game drives, offering cultural immersion and scenic beauty. Return to Arusha in the evening for overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City)
Accommodation:
Green Mountain Hotel
  • Budget hotel located in Arusha (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Departure day

Departure day

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport depending on your flight schedule. If time allows, you may do last-minute shopping in Arusha for souvenirs before departure. This marks the end of your unforgettable 8-day budget Tanzania safari adventure.

Main Destination:
Arusha Airport (Arusha)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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

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