8 Days Unforgettable Experience Tanzania Safaris

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Trip Overview

Embark on a 8-days unforgettable Tanzania safari that blends thrilling wildlife encounters with cultural immersion and luxurious comfort. Start in Arusha with a warm welcome at Golden Crest Hotel or Kibo Palace Hotel. Explore the lush beauty of Arusha National Park, walk with armed rangers, then head to Tarangire National Park, known for elephants and baobab trees. Continue to the legendary Serengeti for full-day game drives, followed by the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater. Dive into local life with a food and culture tour in Mto wa Mbu after exploring Lake Manyara National Park. Stay at top lodges including Tarangire Simba, Moyo Tented Camp, and Manyara Kilimamoja Lodge. Guided by Gardenia African Safaris, this is a journey of nature, culture, and timeless memories.

Itinerary

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Day 1
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha – Warm Welcome
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where your professional Gardenia African Safaris guide will warmly welcome you. Transfer to your comfortable overnight stay at Golden Crest Hotel or Kibo Palace Hotel, both offering full-board meals and excellent amenities. Unwind from your journey with a refreshing drink, enjoy dinner in a peaceful setting, and rest up for the adventure ahead. If time allows, take a stroll through the gardens or relax by the pool. Your guide will brief you on the safari itinerary, giving your family or group the perfect introduction to your Tanzanian journey. Get ready for an adventure filled with wild landscapes, incredible wildlife, and lasting memories.

Accommodation: Golden Crest Hotel or Kibo Palace Hotel

Meals: Full Board
Day 2
Day 2: Arusha National Park – Game Drive & Walking Safari
Today’s adventure takes you to Arusha National Park, a beautiful and diverse landscape just outside the city. Enjoy a full-day game drive where you may spot giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, black-and-white colobus monkeys, and flamingos in Momella Lakes. The day includes a thrilling walking safari with a ranger, allowing you to explore the forest on foot and get close to waterfalls, birds, and wildlife tracks. Learn about the smaller details of the bush and the ecosystem from your armed guide. Enjoy a picnic lunch with views of Mount Meru or Mount Kilimanjaro on a clear day. After an active day, return to your hotel in Arusha for dinner and a restful evening before heading into the deeper wilderness tomorrow.

Accommodation: Golden Crest Hotel or Kibo Palace Hotel

Meals: Full Board
Day 3
Day 3: Tarangire National Park – Elephants & Baobabs
After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its vast landscapes dotted with baobab trees and large herds of elephants. This peaceful park is also home to giraffes, impalas, lions, and over 500 bird species. Follow the Tarangire River, where animals gather to drink, and enjoy a picnic lunch in a scenic bush setting. Your guide will take you to the best spots for wildlife sightings, making this a relaxing yet wildlife-rich experience. After the game drive, head to your full-board accommodation at Tarangire Simba Lodge or Burunge Tented Lodge, where you’ll enjoy stunning sunset views and a peaceful night in the heart of the savannah.

Accommodation: Tarangire Simba Lodge or Burunge Tented Lodge

Meals: Full Board
Day 4
Day 4: Serengeti National Park Into the Wild
Departure early for the legendary Serengeti National Park, Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destination. As you drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, watch as the landscape transforms into the vast Serengeti plains. Along the way, spot giraffes, antelopes, and perhaps even a pride of lions before reaching the park gates. Enjoy a picnic lunch and continue with a game drive en route to your luxury tented camp Moyo Tented Camp . These camps offer an authentic safari feel with all the modern comforts. Settle in for the evening, enjoy dinner under the stars, and prepare for a full day of wildlife tomorrow.

Accommodation: luxury tented camp or Moyo Tented Camp

Meals: Full Board
Day 5
Day 5: Serengeti Full-Day Game Drive – Big Cats & Migration
Wake up to the sounds of the wild and set out for a full-day game drive in Serengeti National Park. Depending on the season, you may witness the Great Migration, with thousands of wildebeest and zebras crossing the plains. Spot lions resting under acacia trees, cheetahs scanning the horizon, elephants in family herds, and hippos wallowing in pools. The open savannah offers some of Africa’s best wildlife photography. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the heart of the park, then continue exploring different ecosystems until late afternoon. Return to Moyo Tented Camp or Safari View Luxury Camp for a delicious dinner and one last magical night in the Serengeti wilderness.

Accommodation: luxury tented camp or Moyo Tented Camp

Meals: Full Board
Day 6
Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater – A Natural Wonder
After breakfast, depart the Serengeti and travel to the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the highest concentration of wildlife in Africa. Descend 600 meters into this volcanic caldera for a full-day game drive, with chances to see lions, elephants, buffaloes, hyenas, and the endangered black rhino. Watch flamingos on Lake Magadi, spot hippos in the pools, and take in the crater’s breathtaking beauty. Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic viewpoint before ascending the crater walls in the afternoon. Overnight at Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge or the elegant Acacia Farm Lodge, where luxury meets nature in a peaceful highland setting.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge or the elegant Acacia Farm Lodge

Meals: Full Board
Day 7
Day 7: Lake Manyara National Park & Mto wa Mbu Food Experience
Today, visit Lake Manyara National Park, a scenic gem known for its tree-climbing lions, hot springs, and flamingo-covered lake. Enjoy a game drive through the lush groundwater forest and acacia woodlands, spotting baboons, elephants, and birdlife. After your safari, head to the nearby Mto wa Mbu village for a cultural local food experience. Taste traditional dishes like banana stew, ugali, nyama choma, and chapati, prepared by local women. Learn about different Tanzanian tribes and their way of life. In the evening, check in to the luxurious Manyara Kilimamoja Lodge, perched on the Rift Valley escarpment with stunning lake views and full-board meals.

Accommodation: Manyara Kilimamoja Lodge,

Meals: Full Board
Day 8
Day 8: Drive to Arusha – Departure to Zanzibar
After breakfast, begin your drive back to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport for your flight to Zanzibar, marking the end of your incredible northern circuit safari. Depending on your flight time, you may stop for some last-minute shopping or a brief visit to a local craft market. Your guide will ensure a smooth transfer and heartfelt farewell. Over the past 10 days, you’ve experienced Tanzania’s rich wildlife, diverse cultures, and legendary landscapes—all carefully guided by Gardenia African Safaris. Whether you're heading to Zanzibar's beaches or flying home, this journey leaves you with unforgettable memories and a deep connection to Africa.