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8-Day Tanzania Safari Tour by Fargin Safaris
Offered by - Fargin Safaris
Tour Features
You'll embark on an unforgettable 8-day safari adventure that takes you through both Kenya and Tanzania, offering you a front-row seat to the Great Wildebeest Migration-one of the most spectacular wildlife events on Earth! This journey will take you across the breath taking landscapes of the Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya and the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania, where millions of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles embark on their annual migration.
| Mid-Range tour | This mid-range tour includes comfortable lodges and tented camps. |
| Can be customized | You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour. |
| Private tour | This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others. |
| Not for solo travelers | Solo travelers cannot book this tour. |
| Can start any day | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
| Minimum age required | The minimum age for this tour is 5 years. |
| Transportation | This tour uses: Pop-up roof 4x4. |
Route & Activities
Tanzania
Activities Included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
| Day | Accommodation | Meals |
| 1 | Ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks |
| 2-3 | Explorers River Camp No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks |
| 4-5 | Mbuni Serengeti Tented Camp No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks |
| 6 | Ngorongoro Wild Camp No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks |
| 7 | Mvuli Hotel Arusha No images available | Breakfast, Dinner Included with Drinks |
| 8 | Mid-Range Accommodation No images available | Breakfast Included with Drinks |
Arrival (See Getting There for more details)
- A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Day 1 - Arrival in Nairobi - Gateway to Adventure
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your professional safari guide, who will assist with your luggage and transfer you to your hotel in Nairobi. Kenya’s vibrant capital blends modern city life with rich history, culture, and green spaces, offering a unique balance of urban energy and nature. After check-in, you can relax, refresh, and unwind at your lodge or hotel, taking time to rest and prepare for the remarkable safari adventure that lies ahead.
Main Destination: Nairobi
Accommodation: Ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 2 - Nairobi - Masai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast, depart Nairobi for the renowned Maasai Mara National Reserve, a scenic four- to five-hour drive through rolling hills, rural villages, and open countryside that reflects everyday Kenyan life. En route, stop at the dramatic Great Rift Valley viewpoint to admire sweeping panoramas of this ancient geological formation and capture memorable photographs. You will arrive in the Maasai Mara in the afternoon and proceed to your lodge for lunch. Later, enjoy a rewarding late-afternoon game drive until sunset, before returning to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.
Main Destination: Maasai Mara NR
Accommodation: Explorers River Camp
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 3 - Explore Masai Mara National Reserve
Prepare for a full-day game drive in the legendary Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s richest wildlife haven. The Mara hosts an extraordinary diversity of animals, including the iconic Big Five-lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino-across vast open plains. You may also witness the dramatic Great Wildebeest Migration, as massive herds move from the Serengeti into the Mara. The highlight is the thrilling Mara River crossing, where wildlife faces powerful currents and crocodiles. After an eventful day, return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Explorers River Camp
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 4 - Masai Mara - Northern Serengeti National Park
After soaking in the morning’s incredible wildlife sightings, you will exit the Masai Mara National Reserve and head towards the border for the next phase of your adventure. Upon arrival at the Isebania border, you will complete the necessary border formalities before crossing into Tanzania.
Awaiting you on the Tanzanian side will be your expert guide, ready to welcome you and introduce you to the wonders of another legendary safari destination-the Serengeti National Park. From here, your journey continues into the heart of the Serengeti, where a whole new world of wildlife and stunning landscapes awaits, ensuring your safari experience remains as thrilling as ever.
Accommodation: Mbuni Serengeti Tented Camp
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 5 - Northern Serengeti National Park
After an early breakfast, you will continue your game drive in the northern part of the Serengeti. You may observe the migration's crossing of the Mara River or the large herds moving across the plains. The area is rich with wildlife, and you may also have the chance to spot elusive predators
In the late morning or early afternoon, you’ll head back towards the central Serengeti, where you'll spend the rest of the day exploring different parts of the park. Central Serengeti is teeming with wildlife, and your safari guide will tailor the day’s experience based on your preferences and the movements of the animals. In the evening, you'll relax in the lodge and enjoy a delicious dinner, reflecting on your unforgettable Serengeti experience.
Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Mbuni Serengeti Tented Camp
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 6 - Explore Central Serengeti National Park
Today, you will head out early for your morning game drive for a chance to witness a magnificent African sunrise in the bush. You'll head out after a cup of coffee and experience the wilderness and
Later, you will head back to camp for breakfast and some relaxation. In the afternoon, you will head out once more for another chance to explore the plains in search of the African wildlife you have come to see as you exit the park and make your way to your accommodation in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Wild Camp
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 7 - Game Drive in Ngorongoro Crater-Transfer to Arusha
After breakfast, depart for the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site often called the Eighth Wonder of the World. Travel through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area before descending into the crater, a breathtaking natural amphitheater formed by a collapsed volcano. The crater floor hosts the Big Five, along with hyenas, cheetahs, wildebeest, and zebras across grasslands, forests, and lakes. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater, then drive to Arusha for overnight.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation: Mvuli Hotel Arusha
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 8 - Goodbye Tanzania
Today, you will be picked up from the lodge in Arusha before being transferred to the airport for your schedule. Here, the team of Fargin Safaris will say goodbye and wish you all the best.
Main Destination: Arusha
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast Included with Drinks
End of tour (See Getting There for more details)
- Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
- A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
Excludes
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Rates Per Person
Aug 1, 2026 - Aug 1, 2027
*n/a = not available. This tour is unavailable for solo travelers.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
Excludes
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
This tour starts in Nairobi and ends in Arusha, Tanzania
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
This tour starts in Nairobi and ends in Arusha, Tanzania
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
Offered By
Fargin Safaris
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Rwanda
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Tanzania
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At Fargin Safaris, we organize safe, comfortable, and enjoyable Kilimanjaro climbing adventures and wildlife safaris throughout Tanzania.
We understand that a trip to Tanzania is not just another vacation; it’s a special event that requires careful planning and significant investment. With this in mind, we’ve established a dedicated adventure planning team. Our team members are highly experienced in organizing trips across Tanzania and have an intimate knowledge of the country’s national parks, conservation areas, and hidden gems. Our consultants will work with you to select the perfect itinerary, ensuring you experience the very best that Tanzania has to offer.
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