Tanzania · Budget
8 Days Grand Tanzania Safari
Overview
8 Days Grand Tanzania Safari is a 8-day package covering Arusha, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater. It follows the destinations named in the itinerary title, with exact daily routing, accommodation level and pacing confirmed during enquiry.
Where Budget Camp and Midrange Lodge options are available, the displayed website price uses the lower Budget Camp starting price. Single-price mountain packages use the listed climb price.
The reservations team can quote lodge upgrades where applicable, refine the routing and confirm the final day-by-day timing before booking.
Highlights
- ✦Serengeti
- ✦Ngorongoro Crater
- ✦Tarangire
- ✦Lake Manyara
Day-by-day itinerary
- 1
Start the itinerary
Arusha -> Tarangire -> Lake Manyara -> Serengeti -> Ngorongoro Crater
This day follows the confirmed routing for 8 Days Grand Tanzania Safari, with climbs, game drives, sightseeing or transfers arranged around Arusha, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater. Final day-by-day timing is confirmed during enquiry to match season, accommodation level and travel pace.
Meals: L, D · Stay: Camp, hut or lodge based on selected option
- 2
Itinerary day 2
Arusha -> Tarangire -> Lake Manyara -> Serengeti -> Ngorongoro Crater
This day follows the confirmed routing for 8 Days Grand Tanzania Safari, with climbs, game drives, sightseeing or transfers arranged around Arusha, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater. Final day-by-day timing is confirmed during enquiry to match season, accommodation level and travel pace.
Meals: B, L, D · Stay: Camp, hut or lodge based on selected option
- 3
Itinerary day 3
Arusha -> Tarangire -> Lake Manyara -> Serengeti -> Ngorongoro Crater
This day follows the confirmed routing for 8 Days Grand Tanzania Safari, with climbs, game drives, sightseeing or transfers arranged around Arusha, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater. Final day-by-day timing is confirmed during enquiry to match season, accommodation level and travel pace.
Meals: B, L, D · Stay: Camp, hut or lodge based on selected option
- 4
Itinerary day 4
Arusha -> Tarangire -> Lake Manyara -> Serengeti -> Ngorongoro Crater
This day follows the confirmed routing for 8 Days Grand Tanzania Safari, with climbs, game drives, sightseeing or transfers arranged around Arusha, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater. Final day-by-day timing is confirmed during enquiry to match season, accommodation level and travel pace.
Meals: B, L, D · Stay: Camp, hut or lodge based on selected option
- 5
Itinerary day 5
Arusha -> Tarangire -> Lake Manyara -> Serengeti -> Ngorongoro Crater
This day follows the confirmed routing for 8 Days Grand Tanzania Safari, with climbs, game drives, sightseeing or transfers arranged around Arusha, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater. Final day-by-day timing is confirmed during enquiry to match season, accommodation level and travel pace.
Meals: B, L, D · Stay: Camp, hut or lodge based on selected option
- 6
Itinerary day 6
Arusha -> Tarangire -> Lake Manyara -> Serengeti -> Ngorongoro Crater
This day follows the confirmed routing for 8 Days Grand Tanzania Safari, with climbs, game drives, sightseeing or transfers arranged around Arusha, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater. Final day-by-day timing is confirmed during enquiry to match season, accommodation level and travel pace.
Meals: B, L, D · Stay: Camp, hut or lodge based on selected option
- 7
Itinerary day 7
Arusha -> Tarangire -> Lake Manyara -> Serengeti -> Ngorongoro Crater
This day follows the confirmed routing for 8 Days Grand Tanzania Safari, with climbs, game drives, sightseeing or transfers arranged around Arusha, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater. Final day-by-day timing is confirmed during enquiry to match season, accommodation level and travel pace.
Meals: B, L, D · Stay: Camp, hut or lodge based on selected option
- 8
Final day and departure
Arusha -> Tarangire -> Lake Manyara -> Serengeti -> Ngorongoro Crater
This day follows the confirmed routing for 8 Days Grand Tanzania Safari, with climbs, game drives, sightseeing or transfers arranged around Arusha, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater. Final day-by-day timing is confirmed during enquiry to match season, accommodation level and travel pace.
Meals: B, L · Stay: N/A (departure)
Included
- ✓ Airport pickup and drop-off in Arusha or Kilimanjaro International (JRO)
- ✓ Full-board camping accommodation (twin tents, mattresses)
- ✓ 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with pop-top roof
- ✓ Professional driver-guide and dedicated camp cook
- ✓ All park entry, camping and crater service fees
- ✓ All meals prepared fresh in camp
- ✓ Bottled drinking water during the safari
- ✓ Game drives as per itinerary
- ✓ All government taxes
Not included
- ✕ International airfare to/from Kilimanjaro International (JRO)
- ✕ Tanzania entry visa (USD $50 single-entry, available on arrival or eVisa)
- ✕ Travel insurance (mandatory)
- ✕ Beverages, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks
- ✕ Tips and gratuities to driver-guide and lodge staff
- ✕ Personal expenses, laundry, telephone, souvenirs
- ✕ Optional balloon safari, walking safari, cultural tours
What to bring
- • Lightweight neutral-color clothing (khaki, olive, beige)
- • Warm fleece for cool early morning game drives
- • Sun hat and sunglasses with UV protection
- • High-SPF sunscreen and lip balm
- • Insect repellent (DEET)
- • Comfortable walking shoes and sandals
- • Swimsuit for lodge pools
- • Binoculars (8x42 ideal for safari)
- • Camera with telephoto lens (200mm+)
- • Spare batteries, memory cards, power bank
- • Refillable water bottle
- • Anti-malarial prophylaxis (consult your doctor)
- • Yellow-fever certificate (required if arriving from yellow-fever zones)
Frequently asked questions
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