9 Days Tanzania Wildlife Safari Adventure

This carefully designed 9-day journey takes you across the elephant-rich plains of Tarangire National Park, the breathtaking landscapes of Ngorongoro Crater, the endless savannahs of Serengeti National Park, and the scenic beauty of Lake Manyara National Park.

Your adventure begins in Tarangire, famous for its giant baobab trees, large elephant herds, and diverse wildlife.

Continue to the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for exceptional Big Five sightings within one of Africa’s most spectacular natural calderas.

The safari then takes you deep into the legendary Serengeti, home to vast plains, abundant predators, and extraordinary wildlife encounters throughout the year. Enjoy thrilling morning, afternoon, and full-day game drives in custom safari vehicles guided by experienced driver-guides who help you track lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, and countless other species.

Finally, unwind in the lush surroundings of Lake Manyara, known for its scenic escarpment views, birdlife, groundwater forests, and tree-climbing lions.

Safari Highlights

• Tarangire - 2 Nights: Maramboi Tented Camp/Burunge Tented Camp/Tarangire Sopa Lodge
• Ngorongoro - 2 Night: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge/Ngorongoro Farm House
• Serengeti - 3 Nights: Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge/Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge/Tortilis Serengeti Camp
• Lake Manyara - 1 Night: Escarpment Luxury Lodge/Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge

Activities: Game viewing, photography, nature walks sightseeing, birding, wildebeest migration and cultural visits.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arusha - Transfer to Tarangire (Approx. 2.5-3 hours)

Pick up from your Arusha hotel at 7a.m. and depart for Tarangire. You will arrive mid-morning where you will check in at booked lodge. Have lunch, relax and later enjoy another game drive at 4o’clock.

Overnight: Maramboi/Sopa/Burunge
Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Day 2: Tarangire – Morning & Afternoon game drives

Have morning & afternoon game drives on this day.

Overnight: Maramboi/Sopa/Burunge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Day 3: Tarangire – Transfer to Ngorongoro (Approx. 2 hours)

Depart for Ngorongoro after breakfast arriving before lunch time. Once you enter the park, head to the lodge for lunch. There will be no game drive on this day therefore you will spend the afternoon relaxing at the lodge.
Overnight: Serena/Farm House
Meals: Lunch, Dinner & Breakfast

Day 4: Ngorongoro – Crater tour

After breakfast, check out of the lodge with packed picnic lunch and depart for a tour to the foot of the crater. Ascend for a game drive to look for numerous plains game and the big five. Spend the day within the crater and have lunch at one of the famous picnic spots in the park. In the evening you will return to the lodge.
Overnight: Serena/Farm House
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5: Ngorongoro – Transfer to Serengeti (Approx. 3-4 hours)

Have breakfast then depart for Serengeti to arrive before lunch time. Once you arrive have an introductory game drive en route to the camp for lunch. Afternoon game drive is at 4p.m.

Overnight: Tortilis/Serena Lodge/Kubu Kubu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6 & 7: Serengeti – Full day game drive

Have breakfast then depart for a full-day game drive carrying packed lunch with you. Enjoy searching for wildlife in this vast savannah land. Picnic lunch will be served at lunch time.

Alternatively, have morning & afternoon game drives
Overnight: Tortilis/Serena Lodge/Kubu Kubu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 8: Serengeti - Transfer to Lake Manyara (Approx. 4-5 hours)

Have breakfast and immediately depart for Lake Manyara to arrive by lunch time. This day is spent relaxing by the lodge as you enjoy the views that these lodges have to offer.

Overnight: Escarpment lodge/Serena
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Day 9: Lake Manyara – Transfer to Arusha

Have breakfast then have a game drive in Lake Manyara before departing for Arusha.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Rates & Terms

Depends on Month of travel

Notes:

• Rates are in USD

• Accommodation is subject to availability

• Safari can depart on preferred date

Inclusive of;

• All government taxes/VAT
• Park fees to all the parks including Ngorongoro Crater fees
• Concession fees to Ngorongoro and Serengeti
• Accommodation on a full board basis
• Bottled drinking water in the vehicle
• Transport and game drives in a customized 4/4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof to facilitate game viewing and photography
• Services of professional tour driver/guide (s)
• Lunch on the last day

Exclusive of;

• International flights from home and back
• Tips & porterage
• Visa fees (if applicable)
• Travel insurance
• Other personal items