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8 Days Tanzania Budget Wildlife Safari : From Arusha to Serengeti

The 8 Days Tanzania Budget Wildlife Safari , From Arusha to Serengeti is a perfect adventure for wildlife lovers on a budget. Explore Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. Spot elephants, lions, rhinos, and zebras while staying in budget-friendly lodges. Enjoy guided game drives and breathtaking landscapes 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 large 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

After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park. 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 , Serengeti National Park

Drive to Serengeti National Park after breakfast. 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 5: Full Day , Serengeti Game Drives

Spend a full day exploring Serengeti. Morning and afternoon game drives to see predators and the Great Migration (seasonal). Picnic lunch inside the park. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

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

Day 6: Serengeti , Ngorongoro Crater

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

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

Day 7: Ngorongoro , Lake Manyara / Arusha

Optional early morning game drive in Ngorongoro, then drive to Arusha via Lake Manyara. Short game viewing or photography opportunities along the way. Lunch at a picnic stop. Dinner and overnight at an Arusha hotel.

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

Day 8: Departure from Arusha

After breakfast, transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Town for departure, concluding your 8 Days Tanzania Budget Wildlife Safari , From Arusha to Serengeti.

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 8 Days Tanzania Budget Wildlife Safari , From Arusha to Serengeti offers an affordable adventure across northern Tanzania’s top parks. See elephants in Tarangire, flamingos in Lake Manyara, predators in Serengeti, and rhinos in Ngorongoro Crater. Guided game drives and budget lodges are included daily. Ideal for travelers seeking wildlife highlights on a budget.