8 Days Affordable Tanzania Safari – Wildlife & Cultural Experience
Tanzania Safari – Wildlife, Culture & Nature
This 9-day Tanzania safari and cultural journey is designed for travelers who want to experience the very best of Tanzania’s wildlife, landscapes, and authentic local culture. From iconic national parks like Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater to immersive cultural experiences in Mto wa Mbu and Materuni Village, this itinerary offers the perfect balance between adventure and discovery. Ideal for couples, families, and small groups seeking a well-paced Tanzania lodge safari with cultural highlights.
Why Choose This Affordable Tanzania Safari?
Game drives in Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater
Excellent chances to see the Big Five
Mto wa Mbu cultural experience with traditional lunch
Materuni Waterfalls & Chagga coffee tour
One of the best-value Tanzania safaris for budget travelers
Tour Features:
Game Drives
Safaris include daily game drives in a high quality Land Cruiser, suitable for up to 6 people.
Mid-Range Safari
This 9 Days Affordable Tanzania Safari is the perfect choice for travelers looking for a high-quality safari at a competitive price. Combining Tanzania’s most famous national parks with authentic cultural encounters, this itinerary delivers unforgettable wildlife viewing, local experiences, and excellent value—ideal for first-time visitors and budget-conscious explorers.
Recommended dates
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania – Arusha
- Arusha, Tanzania
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your professional safari guide and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Spend the rest of the day relaxing after your journey, enjoying the views of Mount Meru and preparing for your upcoming safari adventure.
Accommodation options
- Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Tarangire National Park Safari – Karatu
- Tarangire, Tanzania
After breakfast, depart Arusha for Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse wildlife. Enjoy a full game drive with opportunities to spot lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and numerous bird species. In the afternoon, drive to the cool highlands of Karatu.
Accommodation options
- Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park & Mto wa Mbu Cultural Tour
- Mto wa mbu, Tanzania
Begin the day with a game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, known for its scenic landscapes, tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and rich birdlife. Later, visit Mto wa Mbu Village for an authentic cultural experience, including a guided village walk and a traditional hot local lunch. Return to Karatu for the evening.
Accommodation options
- Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4-6: Karatu – Serengeti National Park ( Spend 3 nights )
- Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania
After breakfast, travel towards the legendary Serengeti National Park, passing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. You may opt to stop at Olduvai Gorge, one of the most important paleoanthropological sites in the world. Continue into the Serengeti plains for an afternoon game drive.
Day 5: Full Day Safari in Serengeti National Park
Spend a full day exploring the endless plains of the Serengeti, home to the Big Five and the Great Migration (seasonal). Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives or a full-day safari with picnic lunch, guided by an expert safari guide.
Day 6: Another Full Day in Serengeti National Park
Enjoy another full day of wildlife viewing in different areas of the Serengeti, maximizing your chances of incredible sightings and photographic moments. Optional experiences such as a hot air balloon safari can be arranged at an additional cost.
Accommodation options
- Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
- Ngorongoro, Tanzania
Depart early for the Ngorongoro Crater, descending into this UNESCO World Heritage Site for a game drive on the crater floor. The crater offers one of the best chances to see the Big Five in one day, including the endangered black rhino. After lunch, ascend and drive back to Arusha.
Accommodation options
- Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8: Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee Tour (Optional Chemka Hot Springs)
- Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
After breakfast, drive to Materuni Village near Mount Kilimanjaro. Enjoy a guided hike to Materuni Waterfalls and take part in a traditional Chagga coffee-making experience. In the afternoon, you may opt to visit Kikuletwa (Chemka) Hot Springs for a refreshing swim before returning to Arusha.
Accommodation options
- Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9: Departure
- Arusha, Tanzania
Depending on your flight schedule, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport for your onward journey, marking the end of your unforgettable 9-day Tanzania safari and cultural experience
- Meal plan: Breakfast
Includes:
Airport transfers (Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport)
4×4 safari vehicle with professional driver-guide
Accommodation for 8 nights (budget lodges & camps)
All park entrance fees & game drives
Meals as per itinerary (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner on safari)
Mto wa Mbu cultural tour
Materuni Waterfalls & coffee tour
Bottled drinking water on safari
Government taxes
Excludes:
International flights & visa fees
Travel insurance
Personal expenses & drinks
Optional activities (Olduvai Gorge, Maasai village, Hot Springs)
Tips & gratuities
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