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8-Day Tanzania Safari:Migration and Cultural Wonders

Shift between elephants, migration herds, crater wildlife, and Eyasi or Natron culture with your private guide.

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Trip snapshot

  • Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
  • Start and end: Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport
  • Best for: Migration focus with cultural stops
  • Pricing: From $4,369 per person
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Overview

Eight days that combine wildlife hot spots with cultural touchpoints. Rotate between Tarangire or Manyara depending on season, add Serengeti time for migration herds, descend into Ngorongoro, and spend time around Lake Eyasi or Natron for desert lakes and local life.

Safari highlights

What you will experience

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Tarangire elephants and baobabs or Lake Manyara birdlife and tree-climbing lions.
Serengeti game drives with migration focus when herds are nearby.
Ngorongoro Crater descent for dense wildlife and Big Five chances.
Lake Eyasi or Natron add-on for cultural and desert scenery.
Private 4x4, expert guide, park fees, and flexible routing included.

Detailed itinerary

Day by day

Safari day

Day 1 · Manyara or Tarangire

December to May: Lake Manyara with picnic lunch, Rift escarpment views, flamingos, and tree-climbing lions. June to November: Tarangire for baobabs, elephant herds, and lions along the river.

Meals: Lunch, DinnerOvernight: Karatu or Tarangire area lodge

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Day 2 · Local park focus

Additional game drive in your chosen park or a guided walk or biking option near the escarpment. Adjust to recent wildlife movements.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerOvernight: Karatu or Tarangire area lodge

Safari day

Day 3 · To Serengeti

Travel toward Serengeti with game viewing en route and a picnic lunch. Settle into camp and head out for an afternoon drive on the plains.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerOvernight: Serengeti tented camps or lodges per selection

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Day 4 · Serengeti full day

Full-day game drives. Focus on central predators or shift toward migration herds if they are in reachable areas.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerOvernight: Serengeti tented camps or lodges per selection

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Day 5 · Serengeti to Ngorongoro area

Sunrise drive, then travel toward Ngorongoro with wildlife stops or an optional Maasai village visit.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerOvernight: Lodges near Ngorongoro rim or Karatu

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Day 6 · Ngorongoro Crater

Descend into the crater for a half-day game drive among rhino, elephants, and big cats. Afternoon at leisure back at the rim or Karatu.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerOvernight: Karatu area lodge

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Day 7 · Lake Eyasi or Natron

Choose Lake Eyasi for cultural encounters with Hadzabe and Datoga communities or Lake Natron for volcanic desert scenery and flamingos.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerOvernight: Eyasi or Natron area lodge or camp

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Day 8 · Return to Arusha

Morning walk or short visit if time allows, then drive back to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport for departure.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Includes

  • All accommodations per itinerary.
  • All meals per itinerary (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner).
  • All tours and entrance fees per itinerary (unless listed as excluded).
  • All transportation and transfers per itinerary.
  • Professional English-speaking naturalist driver/guide.
  • Transportation in a custom safari 4x4 with viewing roof and guaranteed window seating.
  • Safari vehicles include inverter, communications radio, electric cooler, and filtered water.
  • National Park gate fees, park commission, and government taxes (based on current rates).

Excludes

  • International and domestic flights.
  • Meals not listed.
  • Tips for guides, drivers, and hotel staff.
  • Optional tours.
  • Single room supplement.
  • Personal expenses (visas, airport taxes, internet, etc.).

Travel answers

Everything you need to know before you travel

Are guided experiences included?→

Yes, most packages include professional local tour guides to enhance your experience.

What if my flight is delayed?→

Please notify us as soon as possible and we will adjust your schedule accordingly.

Can you handle dietary needs?→

Absolutely. Tell us in advance and we will customize your meals.

What happens if I lose something on trip?→

Report it to your guide immediately and we will help contact the right local services.

How can I pay for the safari?→

We accept major credit cards, bank transfers, and select online gateways; some packages allow installments.

What is the refund policy?→

Refunds depend on the cancellation window and package terms; we share the exact terms up front.

Can I change my payment method later?→

Yes, contact our support team any time to update or switch payment methods.

Are there extra costs I should expect?→

Any optional add-ons or upgrades are clearly communicated before payment.