Tanzania · Safari

8-Day Tanzania Safari through Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater

8 Days Round trip from Tanzania Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Marvel at wildlife such as lions, cheetahs, zebras, and gazelles
02 Journey to Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its unique tree-climbing lions
03 Witness large herds of elephants in Tarangire
04 Explore Olduvai Gorge, where fossils and early human artifacts have been discovered
05 Spend time on the expansive floor of Ngorongoro Crater, home to diverse wildlife

Embark on a safari adventure through Tanzania's mesmerizing national parks, from Tarangire and Lake Manyara to the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. Visit Olduvai Gorge, where fossils and early human artifacts have been discovered, and spend time exploring the expansive crater floor that hosts an incredible diversity of wildlife. Along the way, take in the breathtaking views of the Serengeti and encounter remarkable animals across some of the country's most celebrated safari landscapes.

Visit Olduvai Gorge, where fossils and early human artifacts have been discovered, and spend time exploring the expansive crater floor that hosts an incredible diversity of wildlife.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Moshi, Mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park

Languages English, German, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival at Kilimanjaro and Hotel Transfer

Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or another pickup destination, where you will meet the guide and be transferred to the hotel. In the evening, there will be a briefing with our managers.

Note: Check-in starts at 2:00 PM.

Day 02

Drive to Tarangire and Afternoon Game Drives

Early morning drive from Moshi to Tarangire. Enjoy afternoon game drives in the park with lunch boxes, followed by dinner and an overnight stay at Tarangire Campsite.

Day 03

Lake Manyara Safari Experience

After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara. Enjoy afternoon game drives in the park with lunch boxes, followed by dinner and an overnight stay at the Twiga campsite.

Day 04

Journey to Serengeti and Seronera Game Drives

Early morning drive to Serengeti with lunch boxes. Enjoy afternoon game drives around the Seronera area, followed by dinner and an overnight stay at the Seronera campsite.

Day 05

Lobo Area Game Drives

After breakfast, drive to Lobo with a picnic lunch. Enjoy afternoon game drives around the Lobo area, followed by dinner and an overnight stay at the Lobo campsite.

Day 06

Drive to Olduvai Gorge

Early morning drive to Olduvai Gorge with a picnic lunch, followed by dinner and an overnight stay at Simba campsite.

Day 07

Ngorongoro Crater Half-Day Tour

After breakfast, enjoy a half-day tour of the crater with lunch boxes. Dinner and overnight stay at the Ngorongoro Karatu Resort campsite.

Day 08

Shopping at Mto wa Mbu and Return to Moshi

After breakfast, drive to Mto wa Mbu for some shopping. Packed lunch. Continue to Moshi and return to your hotel.

Where this trip takes you

Serengeti plains, Ngorongoro Crater floor, Lake Manyara tree-climbing lions

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Tanzania 6 cities · 8 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Pick-up and drop-off at Kilimanjaro International Airport, Zanzibar Airport, or other destinations
Group transfer to the trailhead
Pick-up at the exit from the trailhead and transfer to the hotel
Safari and safety equipment
Oxygen meters
First aid kits
Bottled oxygen for emergency use only
GPS tracking service
Private 4 x 4 safari jeep with pop-up roof for game viewing
Professional English-speaking guides licensed by the Tanzania Government. All our guides hold Wilderness First Responder or Wilderness First Aid certifications
Dedicated support (assistant guides)
All destination permits, rescue fees, Value Added Tax (VAT), and other fees collected by the Tanzania National Parks Authority
Crater fees
On safari - vehicles with an ice chest, mineral water, wildlife guidebook, and karibuni
Welcome packet with helpful information for all guests
All meals on tour
Prepared by our professional cooks (vegetarian, gluten-free, and halal options are available at no extra cost)
Celebration dinner after safari
All drinks on the safari (coffee, tea, juice, hot chocolate, and water)
Nights at a 3-star hotel with breakfast included before and after safari
- Please note: All accommodation is on a sharing basis (i.e. you will be sharing a twin/double room in the hotel and a tent during the hike with your travel companion. If you travel alone, we will match you with a same-sex adventurer)