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9 Days Tanzania Budget Adventure : Safari & Cultural Experience

The 9 Days Tanzania Budget Adventure , Safari & Cultural Experience combines wildlife and culture on an affordable itinerary. Explore Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. Meet Maasai communities and learn about local traditions. Enjoy guided game drives, budget lodges, and authentic cultural experiences throughout northern Tanzania.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arusha , Tarangire National Park

Depart Arusha early and drive to Tarangire National Park. Afternoon game drive to spot elephants, giraffes, and zebras. Picnic lunch inside the park. Dinner and overnight at a budget lodge near Tarangire.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Tarangire Budget Lodge

Day 2: Full Day , Tarangire Game Drive

Spend a full day exploring Tarangire with morning and afternoon game drives. Observe elephant herds, lions, and iconic baobab trees. Picnic lunch in the park. Return to lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Tarangire Budget Lodge

Day 3: Tarangire , Lake Manyara National Park

Drive to Lake Manyara National Park after breakfast. Half-day game drive spotting flamingos, hippos, and tree-climbing lions. Picnic lunch in the park. Dinner and overnight at a budget lodge near Lake Manyara.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Lake Manyara Budget Lodge

Day 4: Lake Manyara , Cultural Visit

After breakfast, visit a Maasai village to learn about local traditions and culture. Participate in activities such as beadwork and traditional dances. Picnic lunch at the village or nearby. Return to lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Lake Manyara Budget Lodge

Day 5: Lake Manyara , Serengeti National Park

Drive to Serengeti National Park. Afternoon game drive to see lions, cheetahs, wildebeest, and zebras. Stop for scenic photography along the way. Dinner and overnight at a budget lodge in Serengeti.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Serengeti Budget Lodge

Day 6: Full Day , Serengeti Game Drives

Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in Serengeti. Witness abundant wildlife and predator-prey interactions. Picnic lunch inside the park. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Serengeti Budget Lodge

Day 7: Serengeti , Ngorongoro Crater

Drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Half-day game drive inside the crater spotting rhinos, lions, elephants, and zebras. Picnic lunch in the crater. Dinner and overnight at a budget lodge near Ngorongoro.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Budget Lodge

Day 8: Cultural Visit & Arusha

Optional early morning cultural visit to Maasai or local villages. Drive back to Arusha, stopping for lunch along the way. Check-in at an Arusha hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Arusha Budget Hotel

Day 9: Departure from Arusha

After breakfast, transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Town for departure, concluding your 9 Days Tanzania Budget Adventure – Safari & Cultural Experience.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: None

Inclusions

• All airport transfers (arrival and departure)
• Accommodation as mentioned in the itinerary (budget lodges/hotels)
• Meals as specified (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
• All park entrance fees and crater service fees
• Professional English-speaking driver-guide
• 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof for game viewing
• Bottled drinking water during safari
• Domestic flight from Serengeti (if applicable)
• Cultural village visit fees

Exclusions

• International flights
• Tanzania visa fees
• Travel and medical insurance
• Tips for driver-guide and lodge staff
• Personal expenses (laundry, beverages, phone calls, etc.)
• Optional activities in Zanzibar or cultural extensions not listed
• Accommodation after the safari (if not included in the itinerary)

The 9 Days Tanzania Budget Adventure – Safari & Cultural Experience combines wildlife and culture on an affordable itinerary. See elephants in Tarangire, flamingos in Lake Manyara, predators in Serengeti, and rhinos in Ngorongoro Crater. Engage with Maasai communities and enjoy authentic cultural activities. Perfect for travelers seeking both wildlife and cultural highlights on a budget.