9-Day Tanzania Classic Safari

Tour Overview

Experience the adventure of a lifetime on the 9-Day Tanzania Classic Safari, a journey through the country’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Explore the elephant-rich landscapes of Tarangire National Park before heading to the endless plains of Serengeti National Park, home to lions, leopards, cheetahs, and the Great Migration. Discover the breathtaking beauty of Ngorongoro Crater, where diverse wildlife thrives within a spectacular volcanic caldera. Enjoy expertly guided game drives, comfortable lodges, and immersive wilderness experiences, making this safari the perfect blend of adventure, nature, and authentic Tanzanian hospitality.

Tour Details

Day 1 Arrival in Moshi-Welcome to Tanzania

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (KIA), you will be warmly met by our professional safari guide from Shengena Adventure and comfortably transferred to your hotel in Moshi. Enjoy a relaxed drive with views of Mount Kilimanjaro (weather permitting). After check-in, you’ll receive a safari briefing, review your itinerary, and have time to rest from your journey. Dinner and overnight in Moshi, preparing for the adventure ahead. Main Destination: Moshi (Town) Accommodation: The Maridadi Hotel

Day 2 Kilimanjaro National Park Excursion-Day trip

After breakfast in The Maridad Hotel-Moshi, depart for a scenic day trip to Kilimanjaro National Park. Explore the lush lower slopes of Africa’s highest mountain, walking through montane forests rich in wildlife, birdlife, and unique flora. Enjoy guided nature walks and breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro’s peaks, weather permitting. In the afternoon, exit the park and continue to Arusha, where you will check in at Forest Hill Hotel for dinner and an overnight stay, surrounded by tranquil natural surroundings. Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro Accommodation: Forest Hill Hotel

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Day 3 Tarangire National Park-The Elephant Paradise

After breakfast at Forest Hill Hotel in Arusha, depart for Tarangire National Park, renowned for its vast elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse wildlife. Enjoy a full day game drive, exploring the park’s rich ecosystems and spotting predators, grazers, and abundant birdlife along the Tarangire River. Around lunch time, you will have a classic picnic lunch within the park then you will continue with guided game drive. In the late afternoon, exit the park and transfer to Karatu, where you will check in at the charming Farm of Dreams Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay in a peaceful countryside setting. Main Destination: Tarangire National Park

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Day 4 Serengeti National Park

After breakfast at Farm of Dreams Lodge, depart for the legendary Serengeti National Park, traveling through the scenic Ngorongoro highlands en route. Upon entering the park, the landscape opens into vast plains teeming with wildlife. The Central Serengeti is renowned for its exceptional diversity of predators, including lions, cheetahs, and leopards, offering remarkable opportunities to witness nature’s true circle of life-a setting famously reminiscent of The Lion King, where stories of strength, survival, and balance unfold. Enjoy an en-route game drive before arriving at Kontiki Serengeti Camp for dinner and an overnight stay in the heart of the wild.

Day 5 Full day in Central Serengeti-Guided gamedrive

On this day you will spend a full day guided game drive with our expert tour guide exploring the wildlife-rich Central Serengeti, one of Africa’s most celebrated safari destinations. Enjoy extensive game drives across the endless plains, home to large prides of lions, cheetahs, leopards, and a wide variety of herbivores and birdlife. The region offers exceptional predator sightings and dramatic wildlife interactions, showcasing the timeless rhythm of nature. Return to Kontiki Serengeti Camp in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the Serengeti wilderness. Main Destination: Central Serengeti National Park Accommodation: Kontiki Serengeti Camp Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6 Serengeti National Park-Full day Game drive

After breakfast, continue your safari adventure with game drives in Serengeti National Park, exploring new areas of this vast and wildlife-rich ecosystem. The day offers excellent chances to encounter iconic species such as lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and roaming predators that define the Serengeti’s wild character. Enjoy the changing landscapes and abundant wildlife before heading to Dove Luxury Camp in the afternoon. Settle in for dinner and an overnight stay, combining comfort and elegance in the heart of the Serengeti. Main Destination: Serengeti National Park Accommodation: Dove Serengeti Camp

Day 7 Ngorongoro Highland-Scenic Exploration

After breakfast, depart the Serengeti and travel toward the breathtaking Ngorongoro Highlands, a region of rolling hills, volcanic landscapes, and rich Maasai culture. Enjoy scenic views along the way, with opportunities to observe local communities, wildlife, and dramatic escarpments. This highland area offers a refreshing contrast to the plains, with cooler temperatures and lush surroundings. Arrive at Ang’ata Camp in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay, enjoying comfort and tranquility on the edge of one of Africa’s most iconic conservation areas. Main Destination: Ngorongoro Highlands Accommodation: Ang'ata Ngorongoro Camp

Day 8 Ngorongoro crater unforgettable experience

After an early breakfast, descend into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Africa’s most remarkable natural wonders. Spend the day on a thrilling game drive, encountering lions, elephants, rhinos, and a high diversity of animal species, including zebras and flamingos, in a perfectly preserved caldera teeming with wildlife. After a full day of exploration, ascend from the crater and transfer back to Arusha, checking in at Forest Hill Hotel for dinner and an overnight stay, reflecting on the unforgettable safari experiences. Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater

Day 9 Arusha City Tour & Departure

After breakfast at Forest Hill Hotel, enjoy a half-day city tour of Arusha, exploring local markets, cultural sites, and vibrant neighborhoods that showcase the region’s heritage and daily life. After the tour, transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport (KIA) for your departure, concluding your 9-day wild safari adventure with unforgettable memories of Tanzania’s breathtaking landscapes and remarkable wildlife encounters. Main Destination: Arusha (City) Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Tour inclusions

Services of a professional tour guide
Transport
Entrance fees
All the activities in the itinerary
Fuel
Drinking water while on the safari
Full board accommodation

Tour exclusions

Tips
Optional activities not detailed in the itinerary
Visas or air tickets
International flights
Laundry services
Items of personal nature
Beverages and drinks

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