This 18-day Tanzania safari takes you through the country’s most iconic wildlife destinations and landscapes. Begin in Tarangire National Park, famous for its baobabs and elephant herds, then spend eight days exploring the Serengeti, with its plains, kopjes, valleys, and volcanic soils, encountering lions, cheetahs, wildebeests, zebras, and diverse birdlife. Continue to the stunning Ngorongoro Crater, a natural amphitheater of grasslands, forests, and lakes, followed by Lake Manyara National Park, known for tree-climbing lions and flamingos. Visit Arusha National Park with its crater lakes and forests, then enjoy four flexible days revisiting Serengeti highlights or exploring the Ngorongoro highlands. Conclude in Arusha, having experienced Tanzania’s extraordinary wildlife, breathtaking scenery, and unforgettable safari adventures.
Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Begin your safari with a drive from Arusha to Tarangire National Park, known for its towering baobabs, large elephant herds, and abundant wildlife. Enjoy an afternoon game drive spotting zebras, giraffes, wildebeests, and birds. Overnight at a lodge or camp near the park.
Day 2–9: Serengeti National Park
Travel to the world-famous Serengeti National Park for eight days of exploration across its plains, kopjes, valleys, and volcanic soils. Daily game drives provide opportunities to see lions, cheetahs, elephants, wildebeests, zebras, and a variety of bird species. Each day offers unique wildlife encounters, from observing predator-prey interactions to watching large herds migrate across the savanna. Overnight stays rotate within the Serengeti to maximize your wildlife experience.
Day 10: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater Rim
After a morning game drive, journey to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, stopping at scenic viewpoints en route. Arrive at the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, with panoramic views of this stunning caldera. Overnight at a lodge overlooking the crater.
Day 11: Ngorongoro Crater
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with diverse habitats, including grasslands, forests, and lakes. Enjoy a full-day game drive to spot lions, elephants, zebras, hippos, and the rare black rhino. Return to your lodge on the crater rim for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 12: Lake Manyara National Park
Visit Lake Manyara National Park, famed for tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and rich birdlife. Explore its forests, plains, and lakeshores during a game drive. Overnight near the park.
Day 13: Arusha National Park
Travel to Arusha National Park, featuring crater lakes, forests, and grasslands at the foot of Mount Meru. Enjoy game drives or guided walks to spot giraffes, buffaloes, monkeys, and colorful birds. Overnight near the park.
Day 14–17: Flexible Safari Days
Spend four flexible days revisiting favorite areas of Serengeti or exploring the Ngorongoro highlands. These days allow additional game drives, photography, or cultural visits to nearby villages. Overnight stays depend on your chosen locations.
Day 18: Return to Arusha
After breakfast, drive back to Arusha, concluding your 18-day safari adventure filled with unforgettable wildlife encounters, stunning landscapes, and immersive natural experiences.
