8-Day Whispers of the Wild Safari

Touch down at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), where your friendly Pita Safaris driver-guide will greet you with a warm karibu sana—welcome to Tanzania! Transfer to Kibo Palace Hotel, a midrange lodge in Arusha offering ensuite comfort, tropical gardens, and a sparkling pool. If time allows, explore Arusha’s bustling markets, sip fresh Tanzanian coffee, or simply relax and recover from your journey.
Enjoy a delicious dinner at the hotel restaurant, serving both Swahili and continental favorites. Rest well—you’re about to begin your once-in-a-lifetime Northern Tanzania safari package.
- Ready to begin your Tanzania wildlife safari? Pita Safaris ensures a smooth, stress-free start to your journey.

Distance: ~55 km | Drive Time: ~1 hour

After breakfast, set off for Tarangire National Park (3–4 hours’ drive), known as the kingdom of elephants and famed for its giant baobab trees. Begin your adventure with a scenic game drive, searching for lions, leopards, giraffes, buffalo, and herds of elephants that gather along the Tarangire River. With over 500 bird species, the park is also a paradise for birdwatchers.
Pause for a picnic lunch inside the park, soaking up golden savannah views and listening to the sounds of the wild. By late afternoon, continue to Lake Burunge Tented Lodge, a midrange lodge with views of the lake and surrounding bush. Relax on your verandah, enjoy a hot shower, and savor a chef-prepared dinner under star-filled skies.
Travel Tip: Tarangire’s late-afternoon light is perfect for photographing baobab silhouettes.
- Want to see elephants up close in Tanzania’s best-kept secret? Book your Tarangire safari package with Pita Safaris.

Distance: ~120 km | Drive Time: ~3–4 hours

Rise early for a full-day Tarangire safari game drive. Morning safaris often reveal predators on the move—lion prides at rest, leopards lounging in acacia trees, or cheetahs scanning the plains. Continue toward the Silale Swamp, a magnet for elephants, antelope, and abundant birdlife during the dry season.
After a bush picnic, explore the park’s diverse ecosystems—rolling hills, woodlands, and open grasslands alive with zebra, wildebeest, and giraffes. As dusk approaches, return to your lodge for dinner and storytelling by the fire.
- Looking for an affordable Tanzania safari filled with elephants and uncrowded landscapes? Tarangire is the place.

After breakfast, journey toward the legendary Serengeti National Park, traveling through the Ngorongoro Highlands and stopping at a crater viewpoint en route. As you descend into the Serengeti, the landscape opens into sweeping golden plains alive with wildlife.
Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive. Depending on the season, you may encounter the Great Wildebeest Migration or Serengeti’s resident predators—lions, cheetahs, and leopards. By evening, settle into Serengeti Heritage Camp, a midrange tented camp with ensuite comfort, solar lighting, and the thrill of sleeping in the heart of the wild.
Safari Moment: Sip a sundowner by the fire as lions roar across the plains.
- Dreaming of a Serengeti safari package? Travel with Pita Safaris, a trusted local operator.

Distance: ~250 km | Drive Time: ~6 hours (with stops)

Awaken to the call of the wild and set out for a full-day Serengeti safari. Start with a sunrise drive—your best chance to see predators hunting. Explore the Seronera Valley, famous for its resident big cats and year-round wildlife.
Enjoy a picnic lunch under a shady acacia, then track elephants, giraffes, hippos, and the elusive leopard. In migration season, witness thousands of wildebeest and zebra thundering across the plains. Return to camp for dinner under the stars.
Photography Tip: Early morning and late afternoon light bring out the Serengeti’s best.
- Want to track lions and cheetahs in Africa’s greatest park? Book your midrange Serengeti safari with Pita Safaris.

After breakfast, enjoy one last Serengeti game drive before traveling east to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Stop for a picnic lunch en route, keeping watch for wildlife as you cross from savannah to montane forest.
By afternoon, arrive at Ang’ata Ngorongoro Camp, near the crater rim. This cozy midrange tented camp offers sweeping highland views, ensuite comfort, and hearty meals. Relax with a hot drink or explore nearby walking trails.
- Searching for a midrange Tanzania safari operator you can trust? Pita Safaris combines comfort, expertise, and authentic immersion.

Distance: ~150 km | Drive Time: ~4 hours

Venture off the typical safari track with a guided Empakaai Crater walking safari, accompanied by an armed ranger. Descend into this hidden volcanic crater, home to a soda lake pink with flamingos, forest canopies alive with monkeys, and open grasslands where gazelles graze.
Walking safaris connect you with the land through sights, sounds, and smells impossible to enjoy from a vehicle. After the hike, return to camp for a hot meal and a final evening in the Ngorongoro Highlands.
- Want more than just game drives? Pita Safaris offers walking safaris in Tanzania for true explorers.

Distance: ~40 km (one way) | Drive Time: ~1–1.5 hours each way (plus hike time)

On your final day, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world’s most famous natural wonders. The crater floor teems with elephants, lions, buffalo, hippos, and the rare black rhino.
Enjoy a half-day game drive followed by a picnic lunch near the hippo pool. Then ascend the crater and return to Arusha, with a transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport or your post-safari hotel.
Safari Reflection: From Tarangire’s elephants to Serengeti’s predators and Ngorongoro’s Big Five, you’ve experienced the very best of Tanzania.
- Ready to book your 8-day Tanzania lodge safari? Contact Pita Safaris today and travel with a licensed, reputable East Africa safari operator.

Distance: ~290 km | Drive Time: ~6–7 hours