8-Day Classic Safari Adventure

Arusha Town, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Serengeti National Park, Tarangire National Park

This 8-day, 7-night classic safari is designed to immerse you in the heart of East Africa’s most legendary wildlife destinations. Starting in the vast, baobab-studded plains of Tarangire, the journey quickly transports you to the endless savannas of the Serengeti for an extended encounter with the Great Migration and magnificent predators. The adventure culminates with the dramatic scenery and concentrated wildlife of the Ngorongoro Crater, offering a comprehensive and luxurious experience of Tanzania’s natural wonders.

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Overview

The adventure culminates with the dramatic scenery and concentrated wildlife of the Ngorongoro Crater, offering a comprehensive and luxurious experience of Tanzania's natural wonders.

Itinerary

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Day 1
Arrival and The Land of Giants Safari
Your safari begins with arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), followed by a dedicated transfer to Tarangire National Park. Upon entering the park, your first exhilarating game drive commences immediately. You will explore Tarangire's diverse landscapes, characterized by striking baobab trees and the winding Tarangire River, which acts as a lifeline for wildlife. The park is famous for boasting the largest elephant population in Northern Tanzania, ensuring impressive sightings of huge herds. The drive continues until you exit the park and head toward the nearby agricultural town of Karatu, located in the Ngorongoro Highlands.

Accommodation: Lodge in Karatu
Day 2
Journey into the Endless Plains of the Serengeti
The day starts with a drive toward the Serengeti National Park, passing through the beautiful farmlands of Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area gate. The journey itself is a game drive, often stopping to observe wildlife along the way. Upon descent into the Serengeti, the scenery dramatically shifts to the iconic endless, rolling plains. You will immediately begin a thrilling game drive, searching for the Big Five and experiencing the sheer scale of the ecosystem as you move toward your luxury camp location deep within the park.

Accommodation: Luxury Camp in Serengeti National Park
Day 3
Full Day Exploration of the Serengeti Ecosystem
A full day dedicated to exploring the vast wildlife habitats within the Serengeti. Depending on the time of year, your game drives will be focused on maximizing your chances of witnessing predator-prey interactions or locating the massive columns of the Great Migration. You will traverse different sections of the plains, kopjes (rocky outcrops), and riverine areas, each offering a unique cast of animals and birdlife.

Accommodation: Luxury Camp in Serengeti National Park
Day 4
Deep Dive into Serengeti's Wilderness
Another immersive day of safari drives in the heart of the Serengeti. This extended stay allows for flexibility to follow reliable wildlife sightings reported in the area, ensuring a deep and rewarding exploration far from the main tourist routes. The experience is designed to showcase the park’s dramatic beauty, from the golden grasses to the spectacular sunrises and sunsets over the expansive horizons.

Accommodation: Luxury Camp in Serengeti National Park
Day 5
Final Discoveries in the Serengeti
Enjoy a final full day of traversing the Serengeti's vast landscape. Your guide will take you to areas yet unexplored, providing opportunities for a deeper focus on tracking specific species, such as the elusive leopard or the cheetah on the hunt. This last day provides excellent chances to photograph the dramatic scenes of life and death that define the African savanna before retiring for your final night under the Serengeti stars.

Accommodation: Luxury Camp in Serengeti National Park
Day 6
Ngorongoro Highlands and Ascent to the Crater Rim
After a final safari drive as you exit the Serengeti, the day involves a scenic drive across the Ngorongoro Conservation Area (NCA). This drive takes you through the stunning Ngorongoro Highlands, offering views of the caldera's outer slopes and the surrounding volcanic terrain. Upon reaching the rim area, you will check into your lodge. The higher altitude of the highlands provides a cooler climate, and you can take a moment to absorb the incredible atmosphere of the conservation area before the crater descent tomorrow.

Accommodation: Rhino Lodge (or similar, near the crater rim)
Day 7
Descent into the Ngorongoro Crater
A prompt start is required to maximize the time spent inside the incomparable Ngorongoro Crater. You will descend the crater's walls (a massive caldera) for a spectacular full-day game drive on the crater floor. This location holds the highest density of wildlife in Africa, creating an almost guaranteed opportunity to see all of the Big Five, including the endangered black rhino. The unique ecosystem of grasslands, swamps, and forests within the crater floor supports a vast number of animals year-round. After a full day of observation, you will ascend the crater rim and drive back to Karatu for your final safari night.

Accommodation: Lodge in Karatu
Day 8
Departure
Your classic safari concludes. Following breakfast, you will be transferred from your lodge in Karatu back to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to check in for your onward international flight. The scenic drive back provides a last opportunity to appreciate the beautiful Tanzanian countryside and reflect on your wildlife adventure.

Cost Info

Price includes

Inclusions (Generally Covered by the Safari Operator)

All park and conservation area entrance fees as per the itinerary.
Accommodation for seven nights as specified or in similar, quality lodges/camps.
Meals (Full Board - Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) throughout the safari starting with lunch on Day 1 and ending with breakfast on Day 8 (packed lunch may be provided on Day 8 depending on flight time).
Exclusive use of a private 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for optimal game viewing.
Services of a professional, experienced, English-speaking safari guide.
Bottled drinking water provided in the safari vehicle during game drives.
All government taxes and levies.
All transfers to and from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO).

Price excludes

Exclusions (Generally NOT Covered)

International flights to and from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO).
Tanzania entry visa fees (must be secured prior to or upon arrival).
Travel insurance (mandatory).
Gratuities/tips for the safari guide and lodge staff.
Personal items such as laundry services, souvenirs, phone calls, and alcoholic beverages.
Optional activities such as hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti.

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from ~~$8,000.00~~ $7,400.00

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