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8-Day Tanzania Safari Tour by LION TRACK SAFARI COMPANY
Offered by - LION TRACK SAFARI COMPANY
Tour Features
This 8-day Tanzania safari takes you deep into remote landscapes and classic wildlife regions, following ancient animal tracks across Northern Tanzania. From Lake Manyara’s forests to the dramatic scenery of Lake Natron, the journey continues into the Northern and Central Serengeti for outstanding game viewing. The adventure concludes with the Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire National Park, offering a perfect blend of wilderness, wildlife, and scenic beauty.
| 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. |
| Solo travel available | Solo travelers can book this tour. |
| Can start any day | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
| No minimum age | There is no minimum age for this tour. |
| 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 | Mtoni River Lodge No images available | Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks |
| 2 | Mawe Mawe Manyara Lodge No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks |
| 3 | Natron River Camp No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks |
| 4 | Intimate Camp Seronera No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included |
| 5 | Serengeti North Wilderness Camp No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks |
| 6 | Embalakai Serengeti Camp No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks |
| 7 | Eileens Tree Inn No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks |
| 8 | Mid-Range Accommodation No images available | Breakfast, Lunch 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 Arusha
Arrive in Arusha and transfer to your lodge to relax after your journey. Depending on arrival time, enjoy the peaceful surroundings or a short city orientation. Arusha is the gateway to Tanzania’s northern safari circuit, set beneath Mount Meru and surrounded by lush landscapes. The evening is spent resting and preparing for the exciting safari days ahead.
Main Destination: Arusha
Accommodation: Mtoni River Lodge
Meals & Drinks: Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 2 - Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park for a game drive through diverse habitats including groundwater forest, open plains, and the lakeshore. Wildlife sightings may include elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, hippos, and abundant birdlife. The park is also known for its tree-climbing lions and scenic Rift Valley views. After the game drive, continue to your lodge for overnight.
Main Destination: Lake Manyara National Park
Accommodation: Mawe Mawe Manyara Lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 3 - Lake Natron
Depart Lake Manyara and journey toward the remote Lake Natron region. The drive offers spectacular views of volcanic landscapes, Maasai villages, and Ol Doinyo Lengai, the sacred mountain of the Maasai. Upon arrival, explore the lake area known for its flamingos and striking colors. The dramatic scenery and peaceful environment provide a unique safari experience far from the crowds.
Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Natron River Camp
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 4 - Lake Natron to Northern Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, travel from Lake Natron to the Northern Serengeti, crossing remote wilderness areas. Upon entering the Serengeti, enjoy a game drive across vast plains where wildlife roams freely. This region is famous for large herds of wildebeest, zebras, and predator activity, especially during the migration season. Continue game viewing until late afternoon before heading to camp.
Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Intimate Camp Seronera
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
- Day 5 - Northern Serengeti National Park
Spend a full day exploring the Northern Serengeti with morning and afternoon game drives. This area is renowned for dramatic wildlife encounters, including potential Mara River crossings during the Great Migration. Even outside migration season, the region offers excellent sightings of elephants, giraffes, lions, and leopards. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush and return to camp in the evening.
Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Serengeti North Wilderness Camp
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 6 - Central Serengeti National Park
Travel south to the Central Serengeti, one of the most wildlife-rich areas of the park. Game drives focus on the Seronera Valley, where permanent water sources attract animals year-round. Expect sightings of lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, and large herds of plains game. The open landscapes and dramatic skies make this a highlight for wildlife viewing and photography.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation: Embalakai Serengeti Camp
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 7 - Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, depart the Serengeti and drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a rewarding game drive in this natural wildlife sanctuary. The crater hosts a dense concentration of animals, including the Big Five, hippos, and abundant birdlife. After lunch on the crater floor, ascend and continue to Karatu for overnight.
Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
Accommodation: Eileens Tree Inn
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 8 - Tarangire National Park to Arusha
After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park for a final game drive. Explore landscapes dominated by ancient baobab trees and the Tarangire River, home to large elephant herds, lions, giraffes, and diverse birdlife. After the game drive and lunch, return to Arusha, marking the end of your unforgettable Tanzania safari adventure.
Main Destination: Arusha
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch 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
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
*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 Arusha and ends in Tarangire National Park, 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 Arusha and ends in Tarangire National Park, 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
LION TRACK SAFARI COMPANY
Kenya
Tanzania
Uganda
Lion Track Safari Company is a trusted Tanzanian tour operator specializing in tailor made wildlife safaris and immersive travel experiences across East Africa. Based in Arusha, the company delivers high quality, personalized safaris designed to match every traveler’s style whether luxury, adventure, family, or photographic. With expert driver guides, well crafted itineraries, and a strong commitment to conservation and community, Lion Track Safari provides exceptional journeys through iconic destinations like Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire, and Lake Manyara. The company prides itself on professionalism, reliability, and creating unforgettable safari moments that connect guests to the authentic beauty of Tanzania’s wilderness.
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