8 Days Tanzania Wildlife Safari: Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Lake Manyara

8 Days 7 Nights

Overview

Embark on an unforgettable 7-night adventure through Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations—Serengeti National Park, the Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara. Enjoy thrilling game drives across breathtaking landscapes, from the sweeping plains of the Serengeti to the dramatic crater floor of Ngorongoro and the birdlife-rich shores of Lake Manyara. With full-board luxury accommodations, expert-guided safaris, and seamless transfers, this journey offers the ultimate East African wildlife experience.

Highlights

  • Explore the vast plains of Serengeti National Park with two full-day game drives
  • Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s natural wonders
  • Enjoy a Lake Manyara Game Drive, home to tree-climbing lions and flamingos
  • Travel by road across the Great Rift Valley landscapes
  • Experience the full board luxury at selected lodges and camps
  • Seamless airport transfers and inter-park road journeys
  • All park entrance and concession fees included

Itinerary

  • Day
    01

    Arrival in Arusha – Transfer to Serengeti

    Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our team and transferred privately to your selected lodge in Serengeti National Park. Accommodation options include either of the following options or similar:

    Africa Safari Serengeti Ikoma Lodge

    Lobo Wildlife Lodge

    Osinon Tented Camp

    Seronera Wildlife Lodge

    Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
    After check-in, relax and enjoy the breathtaking wilderness, followed by dinner and your first night in the heart of the Serengeti.

  • Day
    02

    Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti

    After an early breakfast, set out for a full-day game drive with packed lunch, exploring the vast savannahs teeming with wildlife such as lions, cheetahs, elephants, zebras, and gazelles. Your guide will help you track sightings and understand animal behavior.

  • Day
    03

    Another Day of Wildlife Exploration in Serengeti

    Enjoy another thrilling day of wildlife sightings. Visit new regions of the park or revisit hotspots depending on seasonal movements like the Great Migration. You may also opt for an optional hot air balloon safari. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

  • Day
    04

    Transfer to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

    After breakfast, enjoy a scenic road transfer from Serengeti to Ngorongoro, passing through wildlife-rich corridors. Upon arrival, check in at your chosen lodge. Options include either of the following options or similar:

    Ngorongoro Wild Camp

    Ngorongoro Safari Lodge

    The Retreat at Ngorongoro

    Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
    Spend the rest of the afternoon at leisure or enjoying views over the crater rim.

  • Day
    05

    Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive

    Descend early into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. Marvel at the rich density of wildlife including black rhinos, lions, and massive herds of herbivores. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor and return to your lodge in the afternoon for dinner.

  • Day
    06

    Transfer to Lake Manyara

    After breakfast, depart by road to Lake Manyara National Park, where you will check in at your selected accommodation which include either of the following options or similar:

    Africa Safari Lake Manyara

    Lake Manyara Wildlife Lodge

    Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge
    Enjoy a relaxed afternoon and dinner at the lodge.

  • Day
    07

    Lake Manyara Game Drive

    Start the day with a morning game drive through Lake Manyara National Park, known for its tree-climbing lions, pink flamingos, and hippos. Later, return to the lodge for lunch and relax for your final evening in the wild.

  • Day
    08

    Depature

    After breakfast, transfer by road from Lake Manyara to Arusha/Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure.

Cost Includes

  • 3 Nights Accommodation in Serengeti (Full Board)
  • 2 Nights Accommodation in Ngorongoro (Full Board)
  • 2 Nights Accommodation in Lake Manyara (Full Board)
  • All park entrance fees & concession fees
  • 2 Full-Day Game Drives in Serengeti
  • Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive
  • Lake Manyara Game Drive
  • Arrival & Departure Airport Transfers
  • All transfers between destinations by road

Cost Excludes

  • International & domestic flights
  • Optional activities (e.g., hot air balloon safari, Maasai village visit)
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips & personal expenses
  • Visa fees
  • Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary