9 Days Tanzania Safari Tour (2025–2027) – Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti & Ngorongoro
What is the best 9-day Tanzania safari itinerary in 2025/2026/2027?
The top-rated 9 Days Tanzania Safari Tour covers Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater. It includes game drives, Big Five sightings, the Great Migration (seasonal), and stunning landscapes. Perfect for first-timers and wildlife lovers.
Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime 9-day Tanzania safari tour that takes you through four of the country’s most iconic parks: Tarangire, Lake Manyara, the Serengeti, and the Ngorongoro Crater. Designed for 2025–2027 travelers, this immersive itinerary caters to budget, mid-range, and luxury preferences, ensuring unforgettable wildlife encounters, Maasai culture, and luxury or classic safari lodges.
Day-by-Day Tanzania Safari Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). Our driver-guide will meet and transfer you to your hotel in Arusha for an overnight stay. Briefing and final preparations.
Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge / Gran Melia Arusha
Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast
Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Begin your journey with a game drive in Tarangire National Park, home to vast elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. Best visited during the dry season (June–October).
Highlights: Elephant migration, Tarangire River wildlife
Accommodation: Sangaiwe Tented Lodge / Tarangire Sopa Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 3: Tarangire to Lake Manyara National Park
Drive to Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and groundwater forest.
Highlights: Flamingos, hippos, tree-climbing lions, birdlife
Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge / Manyara Serena Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 4: Lake Manyara to Serengeti National Park (Central)
Travel via the Ngorongoro highlands to the legendary Serengeti. Enjoy en route game drives as you enter this iconic park.
Highlights: Big cats, wildebeest herds (seasonal), vast plains
Accommodation: Serengeti Heritage Tented Camp / Serengeti Serena Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 5: Serengeti National Park (Full-Day Safari)
A full day of safari in Central Serengeti, tracking the Big Five and the Great Migration (depending on season).
Best Season for Migration: June–July (Western Corridor), October (Lobo & Northern), December–March (Ndutu/Calving)
Accommodation: Serengeti Heritage / Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 6: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After a morning game drive, head toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Optional visit to a Maasai village or Olduvai Gorge.
Accommodation: Rhino Lodge / Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater Safari
Descend into the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera, the Ngorongoro Crater, for a half-day game drive. This UNESCO World Heritage Site hosts one of the highest concentrations of wildlife in Africa.
Highlights: Black rhinos, lions, hippos, crater floor ecosystems
Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge (Karatu)
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 8: Cultural Visit in Mto wa Mbu – Return to Arusha
Enjoy a cultural tour in Mto wa Mbu village, then drive back to Arusha. Optional shopping for souvenirs.
Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge / Gran Melia
Meal Plan: Half Board
Day 9: Departure
Depending on flight time, relax or opt for a day room. Airport drop-off.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Travel Seasons & Pricing Tips
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Low Season (March–May): Fewer tourists, lush landscapes, lower prices
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High Season (June–October): Peak migration & wildlife, book early
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Calving Season (Jan–Feb): Ndutu area in Southern Serengeti
Estimated Prices (Per Person Sharing):
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Budget: $2,100 – $2,500
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Mid-Range: $2,800 – $3,500
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Luxury: $4,500 – $6,500
Why Choose This 9-Day Tanzania Safari?
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Covers 4 top destinations in one well-paced itinerary
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Ideal for first-time and return visitors
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Customizable for honeymooners, families, photographers, and group tours
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Lodging ranges from rustic tented camps to 5-star lodges
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Bonus: Add-On Options
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Zanzibar beach extension (3–5 days)
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Balloon Safari over Serengeti ($599 pp)
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Visit to Lake Eyasi or Olduvai Gorge
