8-Day Northern Tanzania Safari & Cultural Tour

8-Day Northern Tanzania Safari & Cultural Tour

Experience the ultimate 8-day Tanzania safari and cultural tour, designed for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers. This mid-range journey blends breathtaking game drives through Tarangire National Park, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara, with unique visits to Lake Natron and an authentic Maasai cultural experience. Stay in comfortable lodges and tented camps, and immerse yourself in East Africa’s iconic wildlife and vibrant traditions. Ideal for travelers seeking a balanced mix of adventure, comfort, and culture.

Itinerary Summary

Day 1
Arusha → Tarangire National Park – Elephant Paradise
Day 2
Tarangire → Lake Natron – Flamingo Lagoon & Volcanic Views
Day 3
Lake Natron → Serengeti National Park – Into the Wild
Day 4
Serengeti Sunrise & Transfer to Ngorongoro – Big Five Lands
Day 5
Ngorongoro Crater Safari – Eden of Wildlife
Day 6
Ngorongoro → Lake Manyara – Forest, Flamingos & Game
Day 7
Maasai Cultural Visit – Traditions & Community
Day 8
Departure – Farewell from Tanzania

Price Rates

2 persons
4 persons
6+ persons
$2821.00
$2260.00
$2056.00

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

After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant baobabs and large elephant herds. Explore nine vegetation zones and the wildlife-rich Tarangire Riverbanks. Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic spot where elephant families gather to drink. Then, head to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Meals Plan:

Lunch, Dinner
Tarangire view point center

Accommodations:

Kitela Lodge

Day 2
Tarangire → Lake Natron – Flamingo Lagoon & Volcanic Views

Set off on an early-morning drive to Lake Natron, nestled beneath Mount Ol Doinyo Lengai. On arrival, explore the striking landscapes or climb near the volcano’s summit for sunrise views over the soda lake. Return to your lodge for shower, rest, and dinner.

Meals Plan:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Lake-Natron-Tanzania

Accommodations:

Africa Safari Lake Natron

Day 3
Lake Natron → Serengeti National Park – Into the Wild

After an early breakfast, drive across the Crater Highlands to the Serengeti, Tanzania’s legendary wildlife sanctuary. Take in panoramic views of the Ngorongoro Crater rim, then descend into the endless plains teeming with migration herds, predators, and birdlife. Arrive at your lodge in the late afternoon.

Meals Plan:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Serengeti-National-Park-

Accommodations:

Kilima Valley Tented Camp

Day 4
Serengeti Sunrise & Transfer to Ngorongoro – Big Five Lands

Rise early for an unforgettable sunrise game drive through the Serengeti, spotting predators at dawn. After brunch, transfer to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, taking in crater rim views as you arrive into the highlands at dusk.

Meals Plan:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
CENTRAL SERENGETI – BIG CATS & ENDLESS PLAINS

Accommodations:

Kilima Valley Tented Camp

Day 5
Ngorongoro Crater Safari – Eden of Wildlife

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive in this natural Eden. Look for black rhinos, hippo pools, flamingos, and abundant wildlife all within one dramatic caldera. A picnic lunch surrounds the crater’s vibrant scenery before you return to your lodge for dinner.

Meals Plan:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
ngorongoro-crater-floor-teaming-with-game

Accommodations:

Kitela Lodge

Day 6
Ngorongoro → Lake Manyara – Forest, Flamingos & Game

Drive to Lake Manyara National Park after breakfast for an afternoon game drive. Known for its tree-climbing lions, huge flocks of flamingos, hippos, elephants, and diverse habitats, you’ll explore varied landscapes and wildlife.

Meals Plan:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
LAKE-MANYARA-NATIONAL-PARK

Accommodations:

Kitela Lodge

Day 7
Maasai Cultural Visit – Traditions & Community

Enjoy a unique cultural immersion with a full day in Mto wa Mbu village, meeting Maasai tribespeople and learning about their customs, traditional dress, and community life. Return to your lodge for a relaxing evening and dinner.

Meals Plan:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Maasai Cultural Visit – Traditions & Community

Accommodations:

Summit Safari Lodge

Day 8
Departure – Farewell from Tanzania

Begin your final day with breakfast before transferring to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your departure. Say goodbye to Tanzania with lasting memories and stories to tell.

Meals Plan:

Breakfast
Kilimanjaro_Airport

Included

Park & conservation fees for all reserves

Accommodations (standard lodges and tented camps)

Private 4×4 vehicle and experienced English-speaking driver-guide

All meals and drinking water as per itinerary

Roundtrip airport transfers

All taxes and VAT

Excluded

International flights & Tanzania visa fees

Tips (suggested $20 pp/day)

Travel insurance, personal expenses & souvenirs

Optional activities (e.g. Lake Manyara canoeing)

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