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TOUR OVERVIEW
This 8-day safari provides a deep dive into northern and southern Tanzania’s wildlife, scenic landscapes, and cultural highlights. From elephants and flamingos to predators and rare birds, and from volcanic highlands to the flower-filled Kitulo Plateau, this itinerary offers an unforgettable budget-friendly adventure for wildlife and nature enthusiasts.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- Game drives in Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater.
- Explore Kitulo Plateau National Park (Southern Tanzania) for rare flora and birds.
- Cultural visits to Maasai villages near Mto Wa Mbu or Lake Natron.
- Scenic drives through Ngorongoro Highlands.
- Full-day Serengeti game drive.
- Budget camping under African skies.
- Big Five and predator sightings in Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater.
ITINERARY
Activities: Afternoon game drive. Depart Arusha and drive to Tarangire National Park. Spot elephants, lions, giraffes, and zebras amidst the park’s iconic baobab trees. Evening arrival at campsite. Dinner & Overnight: Tarangire Budget Campsite.
Activities: Full-day game drive. Travel to Lake Manyara National Park, known for tree-climbing lions and flamingos. Explore the park with picnic lunch stops and afternoon wildlife viewing. Dinner & Overnight: Campsite near Lake Manyara.
Activities: Afternoon scenic drive Drive through the Ngorongoro Highlands to the crater rim. Enjoy panoramic views and optional visit to a local Maasai village. Dinner & Overnight: Simba Campsite (Ngorongoro Crater Rim)
Activities: Morning crater descent & drive to Serengeti. Early morning descent into Ngorongoro Crater for a 3–4 hour game drive. Spot rhinos, lions, elephants, buffalo, and zebras. After lunch, drive to central Serengeti for afternoon game drive. Dinner & Overnight: Seronera Public Campsite.
Morning and afternoon game drives in central Serengeti. Observe predators and large herds of herbivores. Picnic lunch inside the park. Evening return to campsite. Dinner & Overnight: Seronera Public Campsite.
Activities: Scenic drive, optional short hikes Depart Serengeti and head south towards Kitulo Plateau, famous for wildflowers and endemic birds. Afternoon exploration of the plateau, short hikes to see the unique flora. Dinner & Overnight: Kitulo Budget Campsite.
Activities: Optional Maasai village or local market visit Drive north to Mto Wa Mbu, visiting local markets or Maasai villages along the way. Afternoon leisure or short nature walk around the area. Dinner & Overnight: Mto Wa Mbu Budget Campsite.
Activities: Scenic drive back to Arusha. After breakfast, drive back to Arusha via scenic routes, stopping for photos or optional cultural visits. Arrival in late afternoon marks the end of the safari.
This tour is customizable and can be tailored to your interests, budget, and travel dates for a personalized safari experience.
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INCLUDED & EXCLUDED
- 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof.
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide.
- All national park & conservation fees.
- 7 nights budget camping accommodation.
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner).
- Bottled water during safari.
- Camping equipment (tents, sleeping bags, mattresses, chairs).
- International flights.
- Pre-/post-safari accommodation in Arusha.
- Tips for guide & cook.
- Soft drinks & alcohol.
- Travel insurance.
- Optional activities (balloon safari, Maasai village visits).