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8 Days Nuru Safari

Duration

8 Days

A Timeless Adventure
The Nuru Grand Safari is our signature eight-day adventure, thoughtfully designed to showcase Tanzania’s most iconic destinations, landscapes, and wildlife experiences — all in one unforgettable journey. If you’re short on time but don’t want to miss a thing, this is the safari for you. Crafted by Nuru Expeditions for travelers who want to leave no stone unturned, this highlight-rich itinerary takes you deep into the heart of northern Tanzania’s premier parks — including the legendary Serengeti, the dramatic Ngorongoro Crater, the scenic beauty of Lake Manyara, and the elephant-rich wilderness of Tarangire.
Two carefully planned internal flights are included to reduce transit time and maximize your time in the wild — so you spend more hours tracking lions, watching the Great Migration, or enjoying a sundowner overlooking the savannah. At Nuru Expeditions, we combine expert logistics, luxurious accommodations, and local knowledge to deliver a seamless, immersive safari experience — one that’s rich in highlights, yet fully personalized to your travel style.
Explore Tanzania’s greatest wonders with Nuru Expeditions — where every day is a new chapter in your African adventure.

8-DAY ITINERARY

Day-By-Day

DAY

1

Arrive in Tanzania.

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, Meet & greet by Nuru Expeditions assistant guest experience team and your private guide.Transfer to your Gran Melia Arusha.
Activities: Meet and Greet, Pick and Transfer
Accomodation: Gran Melia Arusha.

Lunch, Dinner
  • Where You Will Stay
  • Gran Melia

DAY

1

Arrive in Tanzania.

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, Meet & greet by Nuru Expeditions assistant guest experience team and your private guide.Transfer to your Gran Melia Arusha.
Activities: Meet and Greet, Pick and Transfer
Accomodation: Gran Melia Arusha.

Lunch, Dinner
  • Where You Will Stay
  • Rivertrees Inn or equivalent

DAY

2

Day 2 - Tarangire national park

Early morning start, breakfast at Leisure, and scenic Drive to Tarangire National Park (2.5 hrs).
Full-day safari with picnic lunch — animal sight viewing, elephants, baobab landscapes, lions, and rare oryx.
Sunset game drive. Arrival at the camp, Check In rest and relaxation, evening at Leisure.
Dinner and Overnight at Mpingo Ridge Lodge.
Activities: Game Drives.
Accomodation: Mpingo Ridge Lodge or Green Land Retreat Lodge.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Where You Will Stay
  • Mpingo Ridge Lodge

DAY

2

Day 2 - Tarangire national park

Early morning start, breakfast at Leisure, and scenic Drive to Tarangire National Park (2.5 hrs).
Full-day safari with picnic lunch — animal sight viewing, elephants, baobab landscapes, lions, and rare oryx.
Sunset game drive. Arrival at the camp, Check In rest and relaxation, evening at Leisure.
Dinner and Overnight at Mpingo Ridge Lodge.
Activities: Game Drives.
Accomodation: Mpingo Ridge Lodge or Green Land Retreat Lodge.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Where You Will Stay
  • Rivertrees Inn or equivalent

DAY

3

Day 3 - Lake Manyara National Park

A later morning starts with breakfast at Leisure, scenic Short drive to Lake Manyara National Park. Morning game drive — famous for tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and hippo pools.
Afternoon cultural stops at Mto wa Mbu village, and Hadzabe people. Late afternoon, arrive at the Lodge, Check In, rest and relax.
Activities: Game drives
Accommodation: Gibbs Farm

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Where You Will Stay
  • Gibbs Farm

DAY

3

Day 3 - Lake Manyara National Park

A later morning starts with breakfast at Leisure, scenic Short drive to Lake Manyara National Park. Morning game drive — famous for tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and hippo pools.
Afternoon cultural stops at Mto wa Mbu village, and Hadzabe people. Late afternoon, arrive at the Lodge, Check In, rest and relax.
Activities: Game drives
Accommodation: Gibbs Farm

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Where You Will Stay
  • Rivertrees Inn or equivalent

DAY

4

Day 4 - Ngorongoro crater

Early morning descent into the Ngorongoro Crater, “Africa’s Garden of Eden.”
Game drive spotting Black Rhino, large prides of lions, elephants, and buffalo.
Picnic lunch at the hippo pool. arrive back at the Gibbs Farm, for relaxation, Spa and rejuvenation by the farm.
Activities: Game drives, unforgettable Eye Catching Sightings
Dinner and Overnight at Ngorongoro Crater Lodge, Member of Melia Collections (luxury celebration treat).
Accomodation: Ngorongoro Crater Lodge Melia Collections or & Beyond Crater Lodge

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Where You Will Stay
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DAY

4

Day 4 - Ngorongoro crater

Early morning descent into the Ngorongoro Crater, “Africa’s Garden of Eden.”
Game drive spotting Black Rhino, large prides of lions, elephants, and buffalo.
Picnic lunch at the hippo pool. arrive back at the Gibbs Farm, for relaxation, Spa and rejuvenation by the farm.
Activities: Game drives, unforgettable Eye Catching Sightings
Dinner and Overnight at Ngorongoro Crater Lodge, Member of Melia Collections (luxury celebration treat).
Accomodation: Ngorongoro Crater Lodge Melia Collections or & Beyond Crater Lodge

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Where You Will Stay
  • Rivertrees Inn or equivalent

DAY

5

Day 5 – Serengeti National Park (Central)

Scenic drive via Olduvai Gorge (archaeological site, optional visit). Afternoon game drive in Central Serengeti (great for leopards, cheetahs, and resident predators).

Activities: Game drives, unforgettable Eye Catching Sightings
Dinner and Overnight at Four Seasons Serengeti
Accomodation: Four Seasons Serengeti.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Where You Will Stay
  • Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti.

DAY

5

Day 5 – Serengeti National Park (Central)

Scenic drive via Olduvai Gorge (archaeological site, optional visit). Afternoon game drive in Central Serengeti (great for leopards, cheetahs, and resident predators).

Activities: Game drives, unforgettable Eye Catching Sightings
Dinner and Overnight at Four Seasons Serengeti
Accomodation: Four Seasons Serengeti.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Where You Will Stay
  • Rivertrees Inn or equivalent

DAY

6

Day 6 – Serengeti (Migration Tracking)

Full-day safari following the Great Migration herds (location varies by season):
Dec–Mar: Southern Serengeti (Ndutu, calving season).
Apr–Jun: Western corridor (Grumeti River crossings).
Jul–Oct: Northern Serengeti (Mara River crossings).
Dinner Overnight in a tented camp near the migration.

Activities: Game drives, unforgettable Eye Catching Sightings
Dinner and Overnight at Four Seasons Serengeti
Accomodation: Four Seasons Serengeti.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Where You Will Stay
  • Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti.

DAY

6

Day 6 – Serengeti (Migration Tracking)

Full-day safari following the Great Migration herds (location varies by season):
Dec–Mar: Southern Serengeti (Ndutu, calving season).
Apr–Jun: Western corridor (Grumeti River crossings).
Jul–Oct: Northern Serengeti (Mara River crossings).
Dinner Overnight in a tented camp near the migration.

Activities: Game drives, unforgettable Eye Catching Sightings
Dinner and Overnight at Four Seasons Serengeti
Accomodation: Four Seasons Serengeti.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Where You Will Stay
  • Rivertrees Inn or equivalent

DAY

7

Day 7 – Serengeti (Predator & Big Five Focus)

Sunrise game drive with picnic breakfast.
Track predators (lion, cheetah, leopard) and witness migration herds in motion.
Add on Optional activities – Optional hot-air balloon safari.
Dinner and Overnight in Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti.

Activities: Game drives, unforgettable Eye Catching Sightings
Evening Walking Safari and Private Bush Dinner.
Accomodation: Four Seasons Serengeti.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Where You Will Stay
  • Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti.

DAY

7

Day 7 – Serengeti (Predator & Big Five Focus)

Sunrise game drive with picnic breakfast.
Track predators (lion, cheetah, leopard) and witness migration herds in motion.
Add on Optional activities – Optional hot-air balloon safari.
Dinner and Overnight in Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti.

Activities: Game drives, unforgettable Eye Catching Sightings
Evening Walking Safari and Private Bush Dinner.
Accomodation: Four Seasons Serengeti.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Where You Will Stay
  • Rivertrees Inn or equivalent

DAY

8

Day 8 – Serengeti → Arusha / Departure

Morning game drive en route to the airstrip.
Fly Serengeti → Arusha (1 hr).
Day room and farewell lunch in Gran Melia Arusha.
Evening transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport for international departure.

Breakfast

DAY

8

Day 8 – Serengeti → Arusha / Departure

Morning game drive en route to the airstrip.
Fly Serengeti → Arusha (1 hr).
Day room and farewell lunch in Gran Melia Arusha.
Evening transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport for international departure.

Breakfast
  • Where You Will Stay

Tour Price Includes

All lodges/hotels included exactly as listed in the itinerary.
All overnight stays provided as scheduled for each day.
A short pre-safari explanation covering your route, safety, and expectations.
One-night hotel stay before the safari begins.
Every guest gets a window seat in a safari jeep guided by a skilled, licensed driver.
All ground travel done in a comfortable, fully equipped 4×4 safari vehicle.
A trained safari guide who speaks fluent English.
All wildlife viewing and sightseeing activities included during the safari.
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided as scheduled each day.
Full payment of all national park entry charges.
All applicable taxes and charges covered.
Pickup and drop-off at the airport both before and after the safari.
Daily bottled drinking water supplied during game drives.
Every activity listed in the itinerary is included.

Price Tour Excludes

Airfare to and from Tanzania, including local flights, is not included.
Visa charges required to enter Tanzania.
Voluntary tips for your safari driver/guide.
Hotel stay after the safari ends is not included.
Any personal purchases or extra services not covered in the itinerary.
These cultural and historical visits cost extra.
Meals and drinks at your Arusha hotel before or after the safari.
Medical or travel coverage must be arranged independently.

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