$1,452 to $1,672 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Arusha
Arrival in Arusha
Upon arrival in Arusha, you will be warmly welcomed by your professional safari guide and transferred to your hotel for check-in and relaxation. After settling in, enjoy a guided city tour of Arusha, where you will explore local markets and cultural landmarks and experience the vibrant atmosphere of Tanzania’s safari capital. This excursion provides an excellent introduction to the country’s culture and daily life before your safari begins. In the evening, return to your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay. Your guide will conduct a comprehensive safari briefing, review the itinerary, and ensure all arrangements are in place for your departure to Tarangire National Park the following morning.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
- Njiro Climax Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, renowned for its large herds of elephants and iconic ancient baobab trees. Your game drive begins immediately upon entering the park, offering opportunities to spot a variety of wildlife, including lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and numerous bird species. The Tarangire River serves as a vital water source throughout the year, attracting an abundance of wildlife and making the park an excellent destination for game viewing.
In the evening, transfer to a budget campsite near the park for dinner and an overnight stay. As part of the authentic camping experience, guests may participate in simple campsite activities such as setting up and arranging their tents, preparing their sleeping areas, and helping organize the campsite before settling in for the night.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
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
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Serengeti – Ngorongoro Highlands
Serengeti – Ngorongoro Highlands
This morning starts with an early sunrise game drive in the 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
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Ngorongoro Crater game drive
Ngorongoro Crater game drive
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”: lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, 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
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
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 lakeshore 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
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
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 an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City)
- Accommodation:
-
Green Mountain Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Departure
Departure
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:
