8 days Tanzania safari
8 Days Lake Natron, Serengeti & Tarangire Safari is a private mid-range Tanzania safari designed for travelers who want to experience some of Northern Tanzania’s most distinctive landscapes and wildlife without rushing from one destination to another.
The journey begins in Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees and diverse wildlife. From Tarangire, the safari continues to the remote and dramatic Lake Natron, where guests can experience the Rift Valley landscape, see flamingos when conditions are suitable, explore the surrounding area on foot and visit the beautiful Ngare Sero Waterfalls.
The adventure then continues into the legendary Serengeti National Park, where three nights allow plenty of time for game drives across the vast plains. With an experienced safari guide, guests have opportunities to encounter lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo and other wildlife in their natural habitat.
With 7 nights in comfortable mid-range lodges and tented camps, this safari combines wildlife, scenery and adventure while maintaining a comfortable pace. The safari starts and ends in Arusha and is ideal for travelers looking for a more adventurous alternative to the classic Northern Tanzania safari route.
Safari highlights: Tarangire elephants and baobabs • Lake Natron • Flamingo viewing • Ngare Sero Waterfalls • Three nights in Serengeti • Private 4×4 safari • Experienced local guide • Mid-range accommodation.
Safari Quick Facts
| Safari Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Safari Duration | 8 Days / 7 Nights |
| Safari Type | Private Tanzania Safari |
| Destinations | Tarangire National Park, Lake Natron & Serengeti National Park |
| Starting Point | Arusha, Tanzania |
| Ending Point | Arusha, Tanzania |
| Accommodation | Mid-Range Lodges & Tented Camps |
| Transport | Private 4×4 Safari Vehicle |
| Meals | Full Board During the Safari |
| Safari Guide | Professional English-Speaking Safari Guide |
| Main Activities | Game Drives, Nature Walks, Flamingo Viewing & Waterfall Visit |
| Group Size | Private Safari — Your Own Vehicle & Guide |
| Best For | Couples, Families, Friends, Solo Travelers & Small Private Groups |
| Ngorongoro Crater | Not Included |
8 day Tanzania safari itinerary
Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Your 8-day Tanzania safari begins with a morning pickup from your hotel in Arusha. After a safari briefing with your guide, drive toward Tarangire National Park, one of Northern Tanzania’s most scenic wildlife destinations.
Upon arrival, begin your first game drive through the park. Tarangire is famous for its large elephant population, ancient baobab trees and diverse wildlife. Keep your eyes open for elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, lions and numerous bird species.
Enjoy a picnic lunch or lunch at an appropriate location before continuing your afternoon game drive.
In the late afternoon, leave the park and drive to your accommodation in the Tarangire area for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Mid-range lodge or tented camp in the Tarangire area
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Activity: Game drive
Day 2: Tarangire to Lake Natron
After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive in Tarangire before departing toward Lake Natron.
The journey takes you through changing landscapes as you leave the wildlife-rich Tarangire area and approach the dramatic scenery of the Great Rift Valley. The route itself is part of the experience, with rural landscapes, local communities and spectacular views along the way.
Arrive at Lake Natron and check into your accommodation. Depending on your arrival time and local conditions, you may have an opportunity for a short walk or to relax and enjoy the surrounding scenery.
Dinner and overnight at your Lake Natron accommodation.
Accommodation: Mid-range lodge or tented camp at Lake Natron
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Activity: Morning game drive & scenic transfer
Day 3: Full Day at Lake Natron
Today is dedicated to exploring the unique Lake Natron area.
After an early breakfast, take a guided nature experience around Lake Natron. The lake is known for its striking landscape and its importance as a breeding area for lesser flamingos. Depending on the season, water levels and local conditions, you may have opportunities to observe flamingos and other birdlife.
Later, explore the surrounding area on foot and enjoy the dramatic volcanic and Rift Valley scenery.
You can also visit Ngare Sero Waterfalls, where a guided walk takes you through the surrounding landscape toward the falls. This active experience provides a refreshing contrast to traditional safari game drives.
Return to your camp or lodge in the afternoon for relaxation and dinner.
Accommodation: Mid-range lodge or tented camp at Lake Natron
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Activities: Lake Natron experience, nature walk & Ngare Sero Waterfalls
Day 4: Lake Natron to Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, depart Lake Natron and continue toward the world-famous Serengeti National Park.
The journey takes you deeper into Northern Tanzania, with the landscape gradually changing as you approach the vast Serengeti plains.
After entering the Serengeti, begin an en-route game drive toward your accommodation. Your guide will use current wildlife information and local knowledge to determine the best areas to explore.
Arrive at your camp or lodge in the evening, enjoy dinner and relax beneath the Serengeti skies.
Accommodation: Mid-range lodge or tented camp in Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Activity: Scenic transfer & en-route game drive
Day 5: Full-Day Serengeti Safari
Wake up early for a full day of wildlife exploration in the Serengeti.
After breakfast, head out with your safari guide for a full-day game drive. The Serengeti is renowned for its vast plains and exceptional diversity of wildlife.
Depending on the season and current wildlife movements, you may encounter lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, hyenas and other animals. With luck, you may also have opportunities to observe predators such as cheetahs and leopards.
Enjoy a picnic lunch during the day’s adventure before continuing your game drive.
Return to your accommodation in the evening for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Mid-range lodge or tented camp in Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Activity: Full-day game drive
Day 6: Full-Day Serengeti Safari
Enjoy another full day exploring the Serengeti.
Having a second full safari day allows your guide to explore different areas and respond to wildlife movements rather than rushing from one destination to another.
Depending on the season, you may have opportunities to see large concentrations of herbivores and the predators that follow them. The Serengeti’s landscape also provides excellent opportunities for photography and birdwatching.
Enjoy a picnic lunch during the game drive and continue exploring until later in the afternoon.
Return to your accommodation for your final evening in the Serengeti.
Accommodation: Mid-range lodge or tented camp in Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Activity: Full-day game drive
Day 7: Serengeti to Arusha
After breakfast, begin your journey from the Serengeti toward Arusha.
Depending on your departure arrangements and the location of your accommodation, you may enjoy a short morning game drive before starting the journey.
The road journey provides another opportunity to appreciate the changing landscapes of Northern Tanzania as you travel back toward Arusha.
For guests who prefer to reduce the long road journey, a domestic flight from the Serengeti to Arusha can be arranged at an additional cost, subject to flight schedules and availability.
Arrive in Arusha and check into your hotel for your final night.
Accommodation: Mid-range hotel in Arusha
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Activity: Morning game drive / transfer to Arusha
Day 8: Arusha and Departure
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and spend the remaining time at leisure, depending on your flight or onward travel schedule.
Your Serval Adventure representative will arrange your transfer to the airport or your next destination.
Your 8-day Lake Natron, Serengeti and Tarangire safari comes to an end with unforgettable memories of Tanzania’s wildlife, landscapes and adventure.
Meals: Breakfast
Activity: Airport or onward transfer
Price Includes
- Accommodation (Stone Town & beach resort)
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Airport transfers
- Entrance fees for tours
- Bottled drinking water
Price Excludes
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guides
- Alcoholic drinks
- Personal shopping expenses
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