8 Day Tanzania safari and cultural tour -Mid range

8 Day Tanzania safari and cultural tour -Mid range

Explore the stunning wildlife, landscapes, and cultures of Northern Tanzania on this immersive 8-day journey. From the iconic plains of the Serengeti to the dramatic Ngorongoro Crater and the volcanic terrain of Lake Natron, this experience combines thrilling game drives with meaningful cultural encounters. Comfortable mid-range lodges and camps provide a cozy retreat at the end of each adventurous day.

Itinerary Summary

Day 1
Arusha → Tarangire National Park – Elephant Kingdom
Day 2
Journey to Lake Natron – Wild & Remote
Day 3
Serengeti National Park – Into the Wild
Day 4
Sunrise Safari & Ngorongoro Transfer
Day 5
Ngorongoro Crater – Big 5 Safari
Day 6
Lake Manyara National Park → Arusha
Day 7
Maasai Cultural Visit – Mto wa Mbu
Day 8
Departure – Transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport

Price Rates

2 persons
4 persons
6+ persons
$2617.00
$2630.00
$2943.00

Plan My Trip

Tour
  • STEP 1
  • STEP 2
Day 1
Arusha → Tarangire National Park – Elephant Kingdom

After breakfast, depart for a full-day safari in Tarangire National Park, famous for its ancient baobab trees and Tanzania’s largest elephant population. Game drive through diverse landscapes with a stop at a scenic picnic site overlooking the Tarangire River — a hotspot for lions, elephants, giraffes, and colorful birdlife.

Meals Plan:

Lunch, Dinner

Accommodations:

Africa Safari Lake Manyara

Day 2
Journey to Lake Natron – Wild & Remote

Set out early for the 8-hour scenic drive to Lake Natron, home to flamingos and dramatic volcanic landscapes. En route, enjoy a packed lunch. Early the next morning (pre-dawn), you’ll hike Ol Doinyo Lengai, the only active carbonatite volcano in the world, and reach its summit at sunrise. Later, transfer back to the lodge for a well-earned rest.

Meals Plan:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Lake Natron Full Of Flamingos

Accommodations:

Africa Safari Lake Natron

Day 3
Serengeti National Park – Into the Wild

Depart for Serengeti National Park, passing through the Ngorongoro Highlands. Enjoy panoramic views over the crater before entering the vast savannahs of the Serengeti. Keep your eyes peeled for lions, cheetahs, wildebeest, zebras, and more during the journey.

Meals Plan:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodations:

Kilima Valley Tented Camp

Day 4
Sunrise Safari & Ngorongoro Transfer

Begin with an early morning game drive in the Serengeti to catch predators in action at dawn. After brunch at the lodge, head toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, often called the “8th Wonder of the Natural World.” The crater is a wildlife haven and home to the endangered black rhino.

Meals Plan:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodations:

Kilima Valley Tented Camp

Day 5
Ngorongoro Crater – Big 5 Safari

Descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater for a once-in-a-lifetime safari surrounded by the largest intact volcanic caldera in the world. Search for lions, elephants, flamingos, buffaloes, and possibly black rhinos as you explore this lush wildlife paradise.

Meals Plan:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodations:

Karatu Villas Lodge

Day 6
Lake Manyara National Park → Arusha

After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park, nestled along the Great Rift Valley escarpment. This compact but biodiverse park features tree-climbing lions, elephants, hippos, flamingos, and more than 350 bird species. Optional: Canoeing on the lake (extra cost).

Meals Plan:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodations:

Fanaka Safari Lodge

Day 7
Maasai Cultural Visit – Mto wa Mbu

Today you’ll visit a Maasai community to learn about their customs, traditions, and daily life. This cultural encounter offers a deeper understanding of Tanzania’s diverse heritage.

Meals Plan:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodations:

Fanaka Safari Lodge

Day 8
Departure – Transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast before your transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward journey.

Meals Plan:

Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodations:

Lemala Ngorongoro Camp

Included

Park fees (for non-residents)

Professional English-speaking driver/guide

All accommodations (as listed)

All activities (unless marked as optional)

All transportation in a private 4x4 safari vehicle

All government taxes & VAT

Roundtrip airport transfers

Meals and bottled drinking water (as specified)

Excluded

International flights

Additional accommodation before/after the tour

Tips (recommended $20 per person/day)

Travel insurance & visas

Personal expenses (souvenirs, laundry, etc.)

Optional activities (e.g., canoeing at Lake Manyara)

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