Best 8 days Tanzania safari [Serengeti wildebeest migration] 2024 & 2025

This best 8-day Tanzania safari includes exploring Tarangire's diverse landscapes, witnessing the iconic Great Migration in the Serengeti, descending into the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater, and discovering the abundant birdlife in Lake Manyara. Enjoy thrilling game drives, knowledgeable guides, and comfortable lodges or luxury tented camps for a truly immersive and magical African adventure.

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day Serengeti wildebeest migration safari in Tanzania. Witness the awe-inspiring Great Migration as millions of wildebeests, zebras, and other wildlife move across the Serengeti in search of fresh grazing lands. Enjoy expert-guided game drives, visit Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park, and Lake Manyara, and stay in comfortable lodges or luxury tented camps for an immersive and remarkable wildlife experience.

Best 8-day Tanzania safari itinerary

The best full-detailed itinerary for the 8 days Tanzania safari: Day 1: Arrival in Arusha Tanzania; Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park; Day 3: Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park; Day 4-5: Serengeti National Park; Day 6: Serengeti to Ngorongoro; Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater full day; and Day 8: Lake Manyara to Arusha.


Day 1: Arrival in Arusha Tanzania

Soon after arriving in Tanzania at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be taken to the hotel in Arusha town.


Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park

The adventure begins as you depart from Arusha and head towards Tarangire National Park. Known for its diverse wildlife and iconic baobab trees, Tarangire offers excellent game viewing opportunities. You'll embark on thrilling game drives, searching for giraffes, elephants, lions, and a variety of bird species. After an eventful day, you'll head to Mto wa mbu or Karatu and settle into your accommodation for the night.


Day 3: Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park

Travel from Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park, crossing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. As you enter the vast plains of the Serengeti, keep an eye out for the iconic wildlife that roams these lands. Your game drives will take you deep into the park, where you can witness the breathtaking landscapes and encounter an array of animals, including lions, wildebeest, zebras, and cheetahs. After an exhilarating day, you'll retire to your accommodation in lodge or tented camp in the heart of the Serengeti.


Day 3-4: Serengeti full day

These two days will be dedicated to exploring the wonders of Serengeti National Park. With its remarkable biodiversity and the Great Migration in full swing, you'll have the opportunity to witness nature's grand spectacle up close. As you venture on game drives, you'll witness the massive herds of wildebeest and zebras on their epic journey, navigating the plains in search of greener pastures. Predators such as leopards, lions, and hyenas are often seen lurking in the grass, ready to seize their next meal. The Serengeti's vastness and abundant wildlife will leave you in awe at every turn.


Day 6: Serengeti to Ngorongoro

Start the day with an early morning game drive in the Serengeti, taking advantage of the prime wildlife viewing opportunities. Afterward, depart from the Serengeti and head towards the iconic Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Enjoy the drive and prepare to explore the remarkable Ngorongoro Crater on the following day.


Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater full day

You'll descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, often referred to as the "Eighth Wonder of the World." This massive caldera is home to an impressive concentration of wildlife, including lions, rhinos, hippos, and various bird species. You'll spend the morning exploring the diverse habitats and encountering the unique fauna of the crater floor. In the late afternoon, ascend from the crater and head to your accommodation for overnight stay.


Day 8: Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha

On the final day, after breakfast you will see the home of tree-climbing lions which is Nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment, the Lake Manyara National Park. You will spot different wild animals such as buffalos, elephants, hippos, impalas, and giraffes, also you will explore large number of bird species. In the evening, you will be driven back to Arusha where your 8-day safari ends.



8 days Tanzania safari package include

  • Transport (4x4 Land Cruiser) with open roof
  • Park fees
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • Professional safari services
  • Lunch boxs
  • 1.5l bottle of water per day

8 days Tanzania safari package exclude

  • Both National and International flights
  • Medical insurance
  • Tips to safari guide
  • Items of a personal nature
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