8-Day Heart of Tanzania Safari
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Arusha Safari Start – Begin your adventure in Arusha National Park with lush forests, waterfalls, and flamingo-filled Momella Lakes set against Mount Kilimanjaro.
Lake Manyara & Tree-Climbing Lions – Explore the Rift Valley escarpment, spotting elephants, flamingos, and the park’s famous tree-climbing lions.
Serengeti Safari & Great Migration – Experience endless plains, Big Cats, and the seasonal Great Wildebeest Migration (Dec–July).
Ngorongoro Crater Safari – Descend into Africa’s Eden, a UNESCO World Heritage Site teeming with the Big Five.
Tarangire Elephants & Baobabs – Discover vast elephant herds and ancient baobab landscapes on immersive 4x4 game drives.
Handpicked Midrange Lodges – Stay in authentic lodges and tented camps with ensuite comfort and warm local hospitality.
Optional Upgrades – Hot air balloon safaris over Serengeti or Maasai cultural visits.
Perfect for Couples, Families & Small Groups – An affordable Tanzania lodge safari blending comfort, wildlife, and adventure.
Enjoy private 4x4 safari vehicles, scenic bush picnics, and immersive budget safari Tanzania experiences
Customize your adventure with optional add-ons such as a hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti or Maasai cultural visits
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha – Gateway to Your Safari
Welcome to Tanzania! Touch down at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where your friendly Pita Safaris driver-guide greets you with a warm karibu sana—“you are very welcome.” Enjoy a scenic transfer to Arusha, the safari capital at the base of Mount Meru.
Check in at Kibo Palace Hotel, a midrange retreat with ensuite rooms, a pool, and tropical gardens. Depending on arrival time, explore Arusha’s lively craft markets or sip fresh Tanzanian coffee on the terrace. In the evening, savor dinner and relax—your Tanzania safari adventure begins tomorrow.
Trust Signal: With Pita Safaris, your arrival is stress-free—airport pickup and hotel transfers are always included.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Kibo Palace Hotel, Arusha
Distance & Time: ~45 km, 1 hour from Kilimanjaro International Airport
Day 2: Arusha National Park – First Glimpse of the Wild
After breakfast, head out for your first guided safari in Arusha National Park, a hidden gem with lush forests, sparkling Momella Lakes, and Mount Meru as a backdrop.
Look out for giraffes, buffalo, colobus monkeys, and flamingos shimmering across the lakes. Bird lovers will enjoy hundreds of species. Picnic lunch surrounded by nature, then return to Kibo Palace Hotel in the evening.
Safari Moment: Capture flamingos on Momella Lakes with snowcapped Kilimanjaro in the distance—an iconic Tanzania safari photo.
Distance & Time: ~45 km, 1 hour drive to/from Arusha National Park
Day 3: Lake Manyara – Lions of the Rift Valley
Travel (~2–3 hrs) to Lake Manyara National Park, framed by the Great Rift Valley escarpment. Famous for tree-climbing lions and elephant herds, this park is small but teeming with wildlife.
Spot baboons, hippos, and flamingos before continuing to Kirurumu Manyara Lodge, where your tented cottage overlooks the Rift Valley.
- Looking for a midrange Tanzania safari lodge experience that blends comfort with wilderness? Lake Manyara delivers.
Distance & Time: ~140 km, 2–3 hours from Arusha
Day 4: Manyara to Serengeti – Into the Endless Plains
Drive (~6 hrs) via Ngorongoro viewpoint into the Serengeti National Park, home of the legendary Great Migration. Game drives begin en route with chances to see elephants, giraffes, and seasonal herds of wildebeest and zebra.
Arrive at Serengeti Heritage Camp, a midrange tented camp offering ensuite comfort and bush atmosphere.
Safari Moment: Sunset over Serengeti’s golden plains with wildlife silhouettes on the horizon.
Distance & Time: ~280 km, 6 hours including game drive stops
Day 5: Serengeti Safari – Big Cats & Migration Trails
At sunrise, explore the Seronera Valley, Serengeti’s predator hotspot. Track lions, cheetahs, and leopards, plus seasonal wildebeest migration herds.
Enjoy a bush picnic surrounded by the wild before returning to camp at sunset.
- Dreaming of tracking big cats in the Serengeti? Pita Safaris guides make it happen.
Distance & Time: Daily game drives in Serengeti (~variable)
Day 6: Serengeti to Ngorongoro – Highlands, Wildlife & Scenic Drives
Enjoy a final Serengeti sunrise safari, then drive (~4–5 hrs) to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Check in at Ang’ata Ngorongoro Camp, near the crater rim.
-Travel Note: Ngorongoro sits at 2,000+ meters—bring a jacket for cool evenings.
Distance & Time: ~150 km, 4–5 hours from Serengeti
Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater & Tarangire – From Eden to Baobabs
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, “Africa’s Eden,” home to elephants, hippos, buffalo, and rare black rhinos. After a picnic lunch, transfer (~3 hrs) to Lake Burunge Tented Lodge near Tarangire National Park.
Evening game drive in Tarangire with iconic baobab trees, elephants, and golden light before dinner.
Distance & Time: ~120 km, 3 hours from Ngorongoro
Day 8: Tarangire Safari & Departure – Final Wildlife Moments
Morning safari in Tarangire National Park, famous for vast elephant herds, baobabs, lions, and over 500 bird species. After lunch, transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport (~4–5 hrs).
- End your safari with lifelong memories of Tanzania’s wildlife and landscapes.
Distance & Time: ~180 km, 4–5 hours to Kilimanjaro Airport
Inclusions
Accommodation • 7 nights in carefully selected midrange lodges and tented camps with ensuite bathrooms • Comfortable bedding, hot showers, mosquito nets, and optional Wi-Fi • Properties strategically located near or inside each park
Meals • Full-board meal plan: breakfast, picnic lunch, dinner daily • Bush picnics & lodge dining experiences • Dietary needs (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free) catered on request
Transport & Transfers • Airport pickup & drop-off at Kilimanjaro International Airport • Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof for photography • Professional English-speaking Pita Safaris guide
Game Drives & Park Fees • Guided 4x4 game drives in all parks • All entrance & conservation fees included • Tailor-made safari experiences for couples, families, or groups
Extras • Bottled drinking water on all drives • Emergency evacuation insurance (hospital bills not included) • Trusted East Africa operator with personalized planning
Exclude
International Travel • Flights to/from Kilimanjaro International Airport (KIA) • Tanzania entry visas (required for most visitors)
Insurance & Protection • Comprehensive travel insurance (strongly recommended for medical, baggage & trip coverage)
Tips & Gratuities • Tips for your safari driver-guide, lodge staff, and porters (customary but not included)
Optional Activities • Serengeti hot air balloon safari • Maasai cultural village visits • Night game drives (where available)
Personal Expenses • Alcoholic beverages, soft drinks & specialty coffees • Souvenirs, laundry, and other personal purchases
Extra Accommodation • Additional hotel nights in Arusha before or after your safari (can be arranged on request)
Minimum Age
3 years old
Includes
Water & Guide
Briefing
7:30 AM
Guaranteed Departures
2 Guests (MIN)
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