TANZANIA
WILD
8 Days (12 to 19 July 2025)
TANZANIA
Immerse yourself in the most striking landscapes in east Africa, observe the largest elephants and some of the most diverse wildlife in Africa and spend a night or two under the stars. Drive into the depths of Ngorongoro Crater and meet the resident lions, hippo, rhino and elephants. Experience the magnificent bird life of Lake Manyara and the towering Boab trees and cheeky monkeys of Tarangire National Park. For the ultimate wildlife safari, this eight-day tour of Tanzania is the perfect choice.
How you can help protect wildlife.
-Turn off your Geotag!
GPS enabled smart phones add physical coordinates of where the photo was taken. Tourists then post photos to social media which are used by poachers to track down wildlife such as rhino. Turning off your Geotag locator protects Tanzania’s wildlife.
How you can help protect wildlife.
-Turn off your Geotag!
GPS enabled smart phones add physical coordinates of where the photo was taken. Tourists then post photos to social media which are used by poachers to track down wildlife such as rhino. Turning off your Geotag locator protects Tanzania’s wildlife.
8
Days
12 to 19 July 2025
Day 1
Arrive anytime Arusha, Tanzania
Dinner
A bustling city located in the north of the country and shadowed by the stunning Mt Meru, Arusha is known as the heartland of safaris into Tanzania. We can arrange an airport transfer or meet us at your accommodation. Relax and adjust to your surroundings before we meet in the evening to chat about our exciting wildlife adventure.
Day 2
Serengeti National Park
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today we make our way from Arusha, through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area to the mighty Serengeti. Nothing can prepare you for the extraordinary landscape of the Serengeti National Park. Its endless plains are teeming with zebra, wildebeest, antelope and elephants. And if you’re a fan of big cats, you’ll love it even more, with more than 50% of Tanzania’s lion population residing within its boundaries. Make sure those cameras are switched on and ready to go! We’ll spend the night camping under the starry African sky. It’s an experience you’ll never forget.
Day 3
Serengeti National Park
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today we will set off early for a spectacular dawn game drive. Remember to look up in the trees too as you’ll be on the lookout for lions, cheetahs and leopards as well as all of the ground-dwelling animals. January and February are the birthing season for zebra and wildebeest, so if you spot something small and cute, don’t be surprised! This evening we’ll spend a second delightful night under the magnificent Serengeti sky. Today there is also an optional Balloon Safari available for US $470 pp- just ask us
Day 4
Ngorongoro Crater
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We have time for one more early morning game drive in the Serengeti before we make our way to the rim of the Ngorongoro crater. This incredible volcanic crater was formed over three million years ago and was designated as a National Park in 1979. The crater is home to the largest elephants in Tanzania and the only park where you’ll find the black rhino. We’ll visit Ol Duvai Gorge and explore the amazing archaeological finds that expanded our knowledge of human evolution.
Day 5
Ngorongoro Crater
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today we descend 600m into the base of the caldera. We’ll spend the day on a breath- taking game drive across the floor of the crater. Ngorongoro Conservation Area is a Unesco World Heritage listed site, famous for the diversity of its wildlife and its unique ecology. You’ll never quite forget the experience of standing on the rim or descending down into the caldera to go in search of some of the world’s most fascinating wildlife. In the afternoon we travel to the bustling town of Mto wa mbu, located at the entrance to Lake Manyara National Park.
Day 6
Lake Manyara
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Situated at the base of the towering Gregory Rift Mesa, Lake Manyara National Park is famous for its flamingos, diverse water birds, hippos and tree climbing lions! Take a stroll out onto the Lake boardwalk to view water birds and wildlife from a different angle. Today we get to explore the park, before heading through the picturesque countryside to the outskirts of Tarangire National Park.
Day 7
Tarangire National Park
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Among the most striking of all the landscapes in East Africa, the Tarangire National Park is home to an array of magnificent Boab trees, as well as a host of elephants, zebra and lions, and the mighty Tarangire River. Today we get to explore the many waterways, swamplands and forests of this mighty park before we head back to Arusha for our last evening in this wildlife haven.
Day 8
Depart anytime
Breakfast
Tanzania with its diverse wildlife, landscapes and unique experiences is an unforgettable safari. Today depart anytime for home or why not extend your RAW Africa Eco-Tours adventure with our Zanzibar Spice journey or Mountain Gorilla Adventure.
TRIP EXTENSION
Combines seamlessly with Kenya Masai Mara or Zanzibar Spice safaris.
TRIP DETAILS
Price: From AU $4495pp Twin Share
Solo Traveller Supplement AU $395
Inclusions
All transfers, transport, activities, accommodation , water with activities, meals (as per itinerary) all tips except your RAW Africa tour leader.
Accommodation
2 nights guest house, 2 nights eco lodge, 3 nights mobile tented camp ( option to upgrade).
Group Size Maximum 8.
RAW Africa Eco-Tours specialises in
community & conservation based
ecotourism with over 80% of your tour
money going directly to our field partners.
