8-DAY / 7-NIGHT AUTHENTIC TANZANIA SAFARI-NORTHERN
Start From $ 1690 Per Person
Overview
8-DAY / 7-NIGHT AUTHENTIC TANZANIA SAFARI-NORTHERN
This 8-day adventure combines Tanzania’s most celebrated wilderness areas with a carefully chosen mix of authentic mid-range lodges and luxurious tented camps. Witness the gentle giants of Tarangire, roam the predator-rich plains of the Serengeti, stand at the edge of the thundering Mara River during the Great Migration, and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, home to one of the highest densities of wildlife in Africa. Your journey is fully private a dedicated 4×4 safari vehicle and a professional naturalist guide ensure flexibility, personalized attention, and the freedom to linger wherever nature’s drama unfolds. Each day offers new landscapes, from baobab-dotted savannahs to misty highlands, and every evening ends with comfort, fine dining, and the sounds of the African night.
Highlights
- Explore One of Tanzania’s Best National Parks
- Great Chance to Spot the Big Five
- Large Herds of Elephants
- Iconic Ancient Baobab Trees
- A Paradise for Bird Lovers
Destination
Tanzania
Itinerary Breakdown
Day 1
ARRIVAL – WELCOME TO TANZANIA
- Ikumbi Safari Lodge
- Dinner
Upon arrival at Arusha Airport, meet your safari guide and begin your adventure with a drive to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its ancient baobab trees, large elephant herds, and diverse wildlife, including lions, leopards, buffalo, giraffes, and over 550 bird species.
Enjoy a memorable game drive along the Tarangire River, a lifeline for animals during the dry season. In the late afternoon, continue your journey to the vibrant town of Mto wa Mbu, located at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment. Arrive at your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation
Ikumbi Safari Lodge is a charming safari lodge nestled within the Serengeti ecosystem, offering comfortable accommodation and warm Tanzanian hospitality. Guests can relax in stylish rooms or bandas surrounded by nature, then head out on guided game drives to encounter Africa’s remarkable wildlife, including lions, elephants, giraffes, and more. With scenic views, excellent service, and easy access to prime game‑viewing areas, Ikumbi Safari Lodge provides a perfect blend of comfort and authentic safari adventure.
Itinerary Breakdown
Day 2
KARATU– SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK (CENTRAL)
- The African Kongoni Safari Camp
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, depart with packed lunch towards the Serengeti via the scenic Ngorongoro highlands. Enjoy a game drive en route to Central Serengeti (Seronera area), known for abundant resident wildlife and beautiful endless plains.
Accommodation
The African Kongoni Safari Camp offers an authentic Serengeti safari experience in the heart of Tanzania’s iconic wilderness. Guests stay in spacious, comfortable tents with private verandas, enjoying breathtaking views of the plains and close encounters with wildlife on expertly guided game drives. Blending comfort, adventure, and exceptional hospitality, this camp is perfect for travellers seeking an immersive and unforgettable African safari.
Itinerary Breakdown
Day 3
FULL DAY EXPLORING THE SERENGETI
- The African Kongoni Safari Camp
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy a full day immersed in the wildlife-rich plains of the Central Serengeti. Begin with an early morning game drive, when predators are most active and the savannah glows in the soft sunrise. Keep an eye out for lions perched on kopjes, cheetahs surveying the grasslands, giraffes browsing acacia trees, and elephants wandering along the Seronera River.
After a relaxed picnic lunch in the bush, continue your afternoon game drive perfect for spotting hippos, zebras, wildebeest, and an incredible variety of birdlife. As the sun sets, return to your tented camp to unwind and enjoy dinner under the stars.
Accommodation
The African Kongoni Safari Camp offers an authentic Serengeti safari experience in the heart of Tanzania’s iconic wilderness. Guests stay in spacious, comfortable tents with private verandas, enjoying breathtaking views of the plains and close encounters with wildlife on expertly guided game drives. Blending comfort, adventure, and exceptional hospitality, this camp is perfect for travellers seeking an immersive and unforgettable African safari.
Itinerary Breakdown
Day 4
SERENGETI - NGORONGORO CRATER - ARUSHA / KILIMANJARO – DEPARTURE
- No accommodation (End of Tour)
- Breakfast, Lunch
After an early breakfast, begin your journey out of the Serengeti with a final en-route game drive, soaking in the last views of Tanzania’s iconic plains. Continue toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying scenic highland landscapes along the way.
By early afternoon, proceed to Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you will be dropped off for your onward flight bringing your unforgettable safari adventure to a close.
Inclusions
Here’s how your price comes together.
INCLUDED
- Accommodation as specified
- All meals as indicated
- Scheduled light aircraft flights and road transfers within the itinerary
- Private transfers with professional driver-guides
- Game drives and walking safaris as mentioned
- Gorilla trekking permits (as specified in the itinerary)
- All National Park & Hut Fees, Crew Permits and VAT
- Park and conservation fees
- Community and cultural visits where listed
- Complimentary Oxygen Cylinder
- Bottled water during transfers and activities
- Emergency evacuation cover (AMREF or equivalent)
EXCLUDED
- International flights
- Regional/intra-Africa flights not specified as included
- Visa fees and travel insurance
- Optional activities
- Alcoholic and premium beverages
- Gratuities and personal expenses
- Any items not specifically mentioned under inclusions
