8-Day Tanzania Big Game & Cultural Safari

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

Arrival – Transfer to Arusha

Welcome to Tanzania—Unforgettable Experiences Begin Here. After landing at Kilimanjaro International Airport, your personal safari guide will greet you and escort you to Arusha, known as the "Geneva of Africa." Along the hour-long drive, enjoy your first glimpses of Mount Meru, bustling local life, and Tanzania’s rich atmosphere. Settle into your hotel and unwind after your journey.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Four Points by Sheraton Arusha

• Luxury hotel located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Lake Manyara Shore Biking Safari

Cycle the wild shores of Lake Manyara on a guided biking adventure through acacia forests, grassy plains, and flamingo-filled lake edges. Spot giraffes, elephants, and vibrant birdlife up close while learning about local ecosystems. After your ride, enjoy a community-hosted lunch of traditional Tanzanian dishes before heading back to Arusha for a restful evening.

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

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

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LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

Maasailand Coffee Lodge

• Luxury lodge located outside Lake Manyara NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Scenic Transfer & Game Drive to Serengeti

After breakfast, begin your overland journey to Serengeti National Park. The drive offers changing landscapes and cultural glimpses into Maasai homelands. Enter the park and spot wildlife even before reaching camp. After lunch and a short break, embark on an afternoon game drive to explore the Serengeti's golden savannah, where lions, leopards, and cheetahs roam freely.

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

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Salinero Serengeti Lodge

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full-Day Serengeti Safari or Optional Balloon Ride

Wake early for a once-in-a-lifetime hot air balloon safari (optional), or enjoy a sunrise breakfast before heading out on a full-day game drive in the Central Serengeti. With picnic lunch in hand, search for elephants, hippos, buffalos, and elusive predators like cheetahs and leopards. As day turns to dusk, return to your luxury tented camp to relax and share stories under the stars.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Salinero Serengeti Lodge

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Ngorongoro Crater – Wildlife Wonderland

After an early breakfast, journey to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the ancient volcanic caldera, home to one of Africa’s densest wildlife populations. Here, you may spot the endangered black rhino, massive lion prides, zebras, hyenas, and flamingos on Lake Magadi. After lunch in the crater, ascend the rim and continue to Karatu for dinner and overnight.

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:

Maasailand Coffee Lodge

• Luxury lodge located outside Ngorongoro Crater

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Eyasi Cultural Tour with Hadzabe Tribe

Embark on a cultural journey to Lake Eyasi for an unforgettable encounter with the Hadzabe hunter-gatherers. Join them on a traditional morning hunt, learn how they make fire and craft tools, and discover their ancient language and customs. It’s an authentic look into one of Africa’s last remaining tribal cultures. Return to Karatu in the afternoon.

Main Destination:

Lake Eyasi

Accommodation:

Maasailand Coffee Lodge

• Luxury lodge

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Tarangire Safari & Nocturnal Game Drive

Depart early for Tarangire National Park, famous for its towering baobabs and large elephant herds. The park teems with wildlife, from lions and giraffes to wildebeests and colorful birdlife. After a classic afternoon safari, head out again after dark for a thrilling night game drive—spot leopards, servals, hyenas, and hear the distant roars of lions echoing through the baobab forest.

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

Show more

HippoCommon

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Tarangire Elephant Springs Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Final Game Drive – Return to Arusha

Savor one last game drive in the morning light of Tarangire, a magical time when predators are still active and herbivores gather by the river. After your final sightings, begin the journey back to Arusha. Reflect on your unforgettable experiences before your onward departure.

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Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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