Adventure

8 DAYS CLASSIC SAFARI WITH SERENGETI

Our fullest classic circuit: Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Lake Manyara, Bushmen culture and the Meru forest.

From $2,135 8 days Easy

Overview

Eight days that cover the northern parks without rushing, adding a Lake Manyara morning, a Bushmen visit and a closing day in the Meru forest among waterfalls and local communities.

Itinerary & highlights

  1. Day 1

    Arrival and Arusha National Park

    Meet on arrival and drive to Arusha National Park for a game drive. Overnight at a hotel, full board.

  2. Day 2

    Tarangire to Karatu

    Drive to Tarangire for a game drive until late noon, then drive to Karatu for overnight.

  3. Day 3

    Into the Serengeti

    Drive to the Serengeti, stopping to visit a Maasai village and enjoy a traditional Maasai dance. Overnight at a Serengeti camp.

  4. Day 4

    Serengeti in full

    A full day exploring the Serengeti. Meals and overnight at the Serengeti camp.

  5. Day 5

    Ngorongoro Crater

    Drive to Ngorongoro and descend into the crater for a game drive and crater tour. Ascend in the evening and overnight at a lodge.

  6. Day 6

    Bushmen culture

    Morning visit to the Bushmen tribe to learn about their culture, then return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

  7. Day 7

    Lake Manyara and Bushmen

    Morning game drive in Lake Manyara and a morning visit to the Bushmen tribe, with lunch back at the lodge.

  8. Day 8

    Meru forest and departure

    Tour of the Meru forest, visiting waterfalls and local communities, then transfer to the airport for departure.

Trip highlights

  • A full day in the Serengeti
  • Ngorongoro Crater tour
  • Lake Manyara and Bushmen culture
  • Meru forest waterfalls and community visits

Add-ons available

Optional extras you can add to this trip. Prices are per person.

  • Full Day Arusha National Park Game Drive

    A full day exploring Momella Lakes, Ngurdoto Crater and the forest, accommodation not included.

    From $200
  • Half Day Arusha National Park

    A shorter morning or afternoon game drive in the park closest to town.

    From $180
  • Walking Safari, Arusha National Park

    Two hours on foot with an armed ranger, tracking wildlife at ground level.

    From $55
  • Horseback Riding at Kili Golf Kaskaz

    Two hours in the saddle on the plains below Kilimanjaro and Meru.

    From $150

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