8 Days Walking Safari Focus (Tarangire & Serengeti)

Overview

Step off the beaten path and immerse yourself in the raw wilderness of Tanzania with this 8-day walking safari experience. This unique adventure takes you deep into Tarangire National Park and the Serengeti, where you will not only see wildlife up close but also feel, hear, and breathe the African bush. Guided by expert naturalists and rangers, every walk reveals a hidden world—from animal tracks to medicinal plants—giving you a deeper connection to nature beyond the traditional game drive.

This safari is designed for adventurous travelers seeking authentic exploration, blending thrilling walking expeditions with relaxing evenings at comfortable lodges and camps.

Safari Highlights

• Guided walking safaris in Tarangire and Serengeti, led by professional rangers.

• Close encounters with wildlife and unique perspectives of the bush.

• Game drives for a balanced safari experience.

• Breathtaking landscapes: Baobabs of Tarangire and the endless plains of Serengeti.

• Comfortable lodges and tented camps with full board meals.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, meet your safari guide and transfer to your lodge in Arusha. Enjoy dinner and a briefing on your upcoming adventure.

• Accommodation: Arusha Serena Hotel / Similar

• Meal Plan: Dinner

Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park (Walking Safari)

After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park. Begin your first walking safari accompanied by an armed ranger. Discover animal tracks, birdlife, and the giant baobab trees. Later in the afternoon, enjoy a short game drive before heading to your lodge.

• Accommodation: Tarangire Safari Lodge / Similar

• Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Full Day in Tarangire (Walk & Game Drive)

Spend the morning on a guided bush walk, where elephants, giraffes, and antelope are commonly spotted. After lunch at the lodge, head out for a classic game drive to explore Tarangire’s vast landscapes and famous elephant herds.

• Accommodation: Tarangire Safari Lodge / Similar

• Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Tarangire – Serengeti National Park

Travel through the highlands and into the Serengeti, one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations. En route, enjoy a game drive and picnic lunch before reaching your camp.

• Accommodation: Serengeti Tortilis Camp / Similar

• Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Serengeti (Walking Safari & Game Drive)

Begin the day with a guided walking safari through the Serengeti’s open plains. Learn about the smaller ecosystems and encounter wildlife from a different angle. In the afternoon, enjoy a traditional game drive, searching for lions, cheetahs, and wildebeest.

• Accommodation: Serengeti Tortilis Camp / Similar

• Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Serengeti Full Exploration

Another full day in the Serengeti with morning and afternoon walking safaris combined with game drives. This day is flexible, allowing you to tailor the experience with your guide depending on animal movements and your interests.

• Accommodation: Serengeti Tortilis Camp / Similar

• Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Highlands

After breakfast, enjoy a final walking safari in the Serengeti before heading toward the Ngorongoro highlands. Arrive at your lodge overlooking the crater rim for an evening of relaxation.

• Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge / Similar

• Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8: Ngorongoro – Arusha – Departure

After breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive, exploring its unique ecosystem and abundant wildlife. Later, transfer back to Arusha and onward to the airport for your departure.

• Accommodation: Not Included

• Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch

Inclusions

• All accommodation as per itinerary

• Full board meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

• Safari vehicle and fuel

• Professional English-speaking guide

• Park fees and ranger fees for walking safaris

• Bottled water during the safari

Exclusions

• International flights

• Visa fees

• Drinks and personal expenses

• Tips and gratuities