Tanzania, East Africa

8 Days Tanzania Safari | Serengeti, Natron & Hadzabe

Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Serengeti, Lake Natron & Hadzabe Experience

The Experience

8 Days Tanzania Safari | Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Lake Natron & Hadzabe Tribe

This carefully crafted 8 Days Tanzania Safari combines the best of Tanzania’s wildlife, culture, and landscapes. From elephant-filled Tarangire and the fascinating Hadzabe Tribe to the remote beauty of Lake Natron, the endless plains of Serengeti, and the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater, this itinerary delivers an unforgettable Northern Tanzania safari experience for nature lovers, photographers, families, couples, and adventure seekers.

Route Overview

The Northern Circuit

8 Day Tarangire, Hadzabe, Lake Natron, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari 🇹🇿

START
Arrival in Tanzania (Day 1)
DAY 2
Tarangire National Park
DAY 3
Hadzabe Tribe Cultural Experience
DAY 4
Lake Natron
DAY 5
Serengeti National Park
DAY 6
Full Day Serengeti National Park
DAY 7
Serengeti National Park
END
Ngorongoro Crater Exploration – Transfer to JRO / Departure (Day 8)

Detailed Itinerary

Day by Day Journey

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Kilimanjaro airport

Welcome to Tanzania! Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met by your professional safari guide and transferred to Arusha, the gateway to Tanzania’s Northern Safari Circuit. Relax at your lodge and enjoy a safari briefing ahead of your exciting 8 Days Tanzania Safari adventure through Tarangire, Hadzabe country, Lake Natron, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater.

 

Accommodation — Night 1

Moivaro Arusha Lodge

Mid-Range

Moivaro Coffee Plantation Lodge
Arusha, Tanzania

Duluti

Luxury

Lake Duluti Lodge
Arusha, Tanzania

Melia Arusha

High-End

Gran Meliá Arusha
Arusha, Tanzania

Day 2: Tarangire National Park

Tarangire bird

After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s most rewarding wildlife destinations. Famous for giant baobab trees and large elephant herds, Tarangire offers exceptional game viewing. Enjoy a full-day game drive searching for lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and over 500 bird species. This wildlife-rich park is a highlight of any Tanzania wildlife safari.

Accommodation — Night 2

Mvuli lodge Ngorongoro

Mid-Range

Mvuli Mountain Lodge Ngorongoro
Karatu, Tanzania

Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge

Luxury

Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge
Karatu, Tanzania

Tanzania lodge exterior

High-End

Kitela Lodge
Karatu, Tanzania

Day 3: Hadzabe Tribe Experience – Lake Eyasi

Cultural

Today, travel to Lake Eyasi for an authentic cultural encounter with the Hadzabe, one of Africa’s last remaining hunter gatherer communities. Join the Hadzabe on a traditional hunting expedition and gain insight into their ancient way of life. Later, visit the Datoga people, renowned for their traditional blacksmithing skills. This unique cultural experience adds a fascinating dimension to your Tanzania safari package.

Accommodation — Night 3

Suenos de Africa Luxury Camp

Mid-Range

Suenos de Africa Camps
Serengeti, Tanzania

NAKUPENDA LUXURY CAMP

Luxury

Nakupenda Serengeti Luxury Camps
Serengeti, Tanzania

Melia Serengeti lodge

High-End

Meliá Serengeti Lodge
Serengeti, Tanzania

Day 3: Lake Natron

Lake Natron Activities

After breakfast, journey through the dramatic Great Rift Valley towards Lake Natron, one of Tanzania’s most remote and spectacular destinations. Surrounded by volcanic landscapes and Maasai communities, Lake Natron is famous for its flamingos, breathtaking scenery, and proximity to Ol Doinyo Lengai, the sacred Mountain of God. Enjoy an afternoon walk to the beautiful Ngare Sero Waterfalls.

Accommodation — Night 4

Suenos de Africa Luxury Camp

Mid-Range

Suenos de Africa Camps
Serengeti, Tanzania

NAKUPENDA LUXURY CAMP

Luxury

Nakupenda Serengeti Luxury Camps
Serengeti, Tanzania

Melia Serengeti lodge

High-End

Meliá Serengeti Lodge
Serengeti, Tanzania

Day 5: Serengeti National Park

game-drive-safari (1)

Today, continue your 8 Days Tanzania Safari into the world famous Serengeti National Park. Travel through remote Maasai lands and enter one of Africa’s greatest wildlife sanctuaries. Upon arrival, enjoy an exciting game drive across the endless plains, home to lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, leopards, and vast herds of wildebeests and zebras.

Accommodation — Night 5

Suenos de Africa Luxury Camp

Mid-Range

Suenos de Africa Camps
Serengeti, Tanzania

NAKUPENDA LUXURY CAMP

Luxury

Nakupenda Serengeti Luxury Camps
Serengeti, Tanzania

Melia Serengeti lodge

High-End

Meliá Serengeti Lodge
Serengeti, Tanzania

Day 6: Full Day Serengeti Safari

safari-peak-leopard

Spend a full day exploring the magnificent Serengeti ecosystem. Your expert guide will help you track the Big Five while searching for predators, herbivores, and seasonal wildlife movements. Depending on the time of year, you may witness the world-famous Great Wildebeest Migration. This unforgettable day showcases why Serengeti remains the crown jewel of every Tanzania safari adventure.

Accommodation — Night 6

Suenos de Africa Luxury Camp

Mid-Range

Suenos de Africa Camps
Serengeti, Tanzania

NAKUPENDA LUXURY CAMP

Luxury

Nakupenda Serengeti Luxury Camps
Serengeti, Tanzania

Melia Serengeti lodge

High-End

Meliá Serengeti Lodge
Serengeti, Tanzania

Day 7: Ngorongoro Conservation Area

wildebest-migration

After a morning game drive in Serengeti, continue toward the spectacular Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, enjoy wildlife viewing and breathtaking landscapes before arriving at the crater rim. The stunning views over the Ngorongoro Crater provide a perfect finale to your Northern Tanzania safari experience.

Accommodation — Night 7

Suenos de Africa Luxury Camp

Mid-Range

Suenos de Africa Camps
Serengeti, Tanzania

NAKUPENDA LUXURY CAMP

Luxury

Nakupenda Serengeti Luxury Camps
Serengeti, Tanzania

Melia Serengeti lodge

High-End

Meliá Serengeti Lodge
Serengeti, Tanzania

Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha – Departure

Rhino safari peaks

Descend 600 meters into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s best wildlife-viewing destinations. Home to over 25,000 animals, the crater offers outstanding opportunities to see lions, elephants, hippos, buffaloes, hyenas, and the endangered Black Rhino. After a memorable game drive and picnic lunch, return to Arusha before transferring to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight.

  • Drop-off JRO Airport
  • Estimated arrival: 17:00 – 19:00

No overnight on Day 8. This itinerary concludes with a return to Arusha. If you’d prefer to spend a night at the crater rim, enquire about an upgrade.

What's Covered

Included & Excluded

Included

  • Private 4×4 safari vehicle
  • Professional licensed guide
  • All park & conservation fees
  • Accommodation (selected tier)
  • All meals (full board)
  • Drinking water throughout

Excluded

  • International flights
  • Tanzania visa fees
  • Tips & gratuities
  • Personal expenses & laundry

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Price Per Person

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Group Size Mid-Range Luxury High-End
2 People $980 $1,380 $1,980
3 People $820 $1,180 $1,680
4 People $720 $1,020 $1,480
5 People $660 $940 $1,320
6 People $610 $880 $1,220
* Prices are per person and may vary by season. Contact us for custom quotes.

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