8-Days Ultimate Tanzania Wildlife Safari Experience

Welcome to Tanzania! Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Arusha, the gateway to Tanzania's northern safari circuit. Meet your Acacia Safaris guide who will brief you on the exciting week ahead. Spend the afternoon relaxing and preparing for your adventure, or explore the vibrant town of Arusha.

Drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its massive elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives through diverse landscapes ranging from riverine forests to grasslands. Tarangire is home to over 2,000 elephants, along with lions, giraffes, zebras, and numerous bird species. Your guide will help you spot these incredible animals and explain the park's unique ecosystem.

Travel to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa's most impressive natural wonders and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The crater floor hosts an extraordinary concentration of wildlife including lions, hyenas, buffalo, and endangered black rhinos. Spend the day exploring this enclosed ecosystem with game drives, and enjoy lunch on the crater floor while surrounded by stunning scenery.

Journey into the legendary Serengeti National Park, home to the world's greatest wildlife spectacle. Enter the Central Serengeti region with its endless golden plains and acacia woodlands. Experience game drives through areas known for lion prides, cheetah families, and massive herds of wildebeest and zebras. The Serengeti's name means 'the place where the land runs on forever' in Maasai, and you'll understand why as you witness the raw power of African wilderness.

Spend another full day exploring different sections of Serengeti National Park. Your experienced guide will take you to prime wildlife viewing areas, adjusting routes based on recent animal sightings. Look for the Big Five, witness predator-prey interactions, and observe the park's remarkable biodiversity. Early morning and late afternoon drives offer the best chances for wildlife encounters when animals are most active.

Depart the Serengeti and travel to Lake Manyara National Park, a scenic jewel nestled between the Rift Valley escarpment and an alkaline lake. The park is renowned for its tree-climbing lions and abundant birdlife, with over 400 species recorded. Game drives reveal diverse habitats including groundwater forests, grasslands, and the lake itself. Watch for elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and numerous primate species including baboons and monkeys.

Depart Lake Manyara and drive back to Arusha, reflecting on the incredible wildlife experiences and landscapes you've witnessed throughout your safari. Enjoy lunch en route and arrive in Arusha by late afternoon. Spend the evening at leisure, shopping for souvenirs at local markets or relaxing at your hotel. Your guide will share final insights about Tanzanian wildlife and conservation efforts.

Enjoy a final breakfast in Arusha before your transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight. Carry with you unforgettable memories of Tanzania's incredible wildlife, stunning landscapes, and warm hospitality. Acacia Safaris thanks you for choosing us and hopes you'll return to experience more of Tanzania's magic.