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Tanzania – 8-day Northern Tanzania Slow Safari (June – October) – Tailored Fly-in

8 days / 7 nights
Lake Manyara National Park • Northern Serengeti

Country

Tanzania

Duration

8 days

Highlights

Lake Manyara National Park

Northern Serengeti

Rated 4.9/5

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Tanzania – 8-day Northern Tanzania Slow Safari (June – October) – Tailored Fly-in

From $5,100
Nasikia Mobile Migration Camp (Jun - Oct)
Nasikia Mobile Migration Camp (Jun - Oct)
Lake Manyara National Park
Mandhari Lodge
Northern Serengeti
Lake Manyara National Park

Includes

Light aircraft flights from Lake Manyari - Serengeti - Kilimanjaro Airport - including  20kg of luggage all in soft-sided bags
7 nights' accommodation on a full-board basis
Private driver/guide in closed 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof from days 1 - 3
Shared game drives in an open vehicle from days 4 - 8
Park fees

Excludes

International Flights
Drinks
Gratuities - we recommend US$ 10 per person/day per guide and for lodge staff
Entry visa
Travel insurance
Increase in government tax and park fees

Itinerary

Lake Manyara National Park, Tanzania

Situated in Tanzania’s central-northern region with the Lake Manyara to its east and the Manyara Escarpment to its west, the Lake Manyara National Park offers breathtaking views and a large variety of habitats supporting an array of wildlife. This small park is home to surprising biodiversity and features a magnificent landscape of acacia woodlands, forests, baobab strewn cliffs, algae-streaked hot springs, swamps and the lake itself. The park supports over 400 species of bird and the largest concentration of baboons anywhere in the world. Other species to spot include giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, impala, waterbuck, warthog, the Cape clawless otter, and the Egyptian mongoose. Don’t miss the opportunity to see thousands of flamingos on the lake, the renowned tree-climbing lions, and large families of elephants strolling through the forest.
Lake Manyara National Park
Lake Manyara National Park
Lake Manyara National Park
Lake Manyara National Park
Lake Manyara National Park
Lake Manyara National Park
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  • Mandhari Lodge

    Day 1 - 4

    Aligned with soaring flamingos, Mandhari Lodge is situated high on the Manyara Escarpment which forms part of the Great Rift Valley, and offers breathtaking views from sunrise to sunset. Swaddled in the colours of the earth, the lodge offers a unique medley of accommodation options; nine dramatic, glass-fronted standard suites, one honeymoon nest suite. All suites and villa have an unobstructed view across the dreamy landscape below. With 100% locally sourced materials, the lodge has been built with a passion for it’s environment and a respect for its beloved history. The large, core gathering area of reception, dining, lounge, bar and swimming pool is largely an open, eucalypt platform filled with hand-crafted furnishings and woven delights. Guests can use the lodge to delve into the hearts of Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park and Ngorongoro Crater – or simply remain in the grasp of its surroundings with an extensive range of cultural delights to absorb; traditional spa treatments, highlands hiking, Tinga Tinga painting lessons, Swahili cooking lessons, African drumming, customary dancing, the ancient art of yoga and more. Welcome to soulful Tanzania.
    Mandhari Lodge
    Mandhari Lodge
    Mandhari Lodge
    Mandhari Lodge
    Mandhari Lodge
    Mandhari Lodge
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Day 1

Day Notes:

When you land at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met by your guide and given a short briefing. Thereafter, you will head to Tarangire National Park. Enjoy your first afternoon game drive before carrying on to Mandhari Lodge, where you will spend the first 3 nights of your safari. 

Transfer time: ~4 hours

  • Meet & Greet

  • Transfer from Kilimanjaro International Airport [JRO] to Mandhari Lodge

  • Private afternoon game drive

  • Check-in to Mandhari Lodge

Day 2

  • Private full-day game drive in Lake Manyara National Park

Day 3

Day Notes:

Very early, you will drive to Ngorongoro Crater, where you will descend into the base of the crater for a game drive.

Transfer time: ~3 hours return

  • Half-day crater game drive

Northern Serengeti, Tanzania

Located between the Central Serengeti and Kenya’s Masai Mara National Reserve to the north, the Northern Serengeti is a remote African wildlife wonderland. The vast, rolling savannah of the Northern Serengeti, is known as the hub of the great migration. The landscape is characterised by vast stretches of savannah interspersed with acacia trees and riverine woodlands. Wildlife can be seen along the banks of the Mara River and visitors can view the annual spectacle of the half a million migrating wildebeest. Commonly spotted wildlife include: a multitude of plains game such as buffalo, zebra, gazelles, impala, giraffe as well as lion and leopard. Visitors can look forward to bird watching, hot air ballooning, game safaris and guided bush walks.
Northern Serengeti
Northern Serengeti
Northern Serengeti
Northern Serengeti
Northern Serengeti
Northern Serengeti
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  • Nasikia Mobile Migration Camp (Jun - Oct)

    Day 4 - 8

    Nasikia Mobile Migration Camp is moved and constructed each year to follow the migration herds and to maximise the experience of staying in the heart of wildlife action. From the southern plains of Ndutu in the Ngorongoro Conservation area to the rolling landscapes of northern Serengeti. The number of tents varies and never exceeds 12, so a maximum of 24 guests at any given time.
    Nasikia Mobile Migration Camp (Jun - Oct)
    Nasikia Mobile Migration Camp (Jun - Oct)
    Nasikia Mobile Migration Camp (Jun - Oct)
    Nasikia Mobile Migration Camp (Jun - Oct)
    Nasikia Mobile Migration Camp (Jun - Oct)
    Nasikia Mobile Migration Camp (Jun - Oct)
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Day 4

Day Notes:

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the local airstrip where you will catch your light aircraft flight to the Serengeti. When you land, you will be picked up by the camp and taken for check-in. In the afternoon you will enjoy your first shared game drive in the Serengeti, in a open-sided vehicle.

  • Check-out from Mandhari Lodge

  • Transfer from Mandhari Lodge to Lake Manyara Airstrip

  • Charter Flight from Lake Manyara Airstrip to Kogatende Airstrip

  • Transfer from Kogatende Airstrip to Nasikia Mobile Migration Camp (Jun - Oct)

  • Check-in to Nasikia Mobile Migration Camp (Jun - Oct)

  • Shared afternoon game drive

Day 5 - 7

Day Notes:

The Serengeti is famously home to the Great Wildebeest Migration and has one of the densest populations of large mammals in Africa. You will spend your days game driving around trying to find the migration and the resident game.

  • Shared morning and afternoon or full-day game drives

Day 8

  • Check-out from Nasikia Mobile Migration Camp (Jun - Oct)

  • Transfer from Nasikia Mobile Migration Camp (Jun - Oct) to Kogatende Airstrip

  • Shared game drive transfer

  • Charter Flight from Kogatende Airstrip to Kilimanjaro International Airport [JRO]

End of Itinerary

Destinations

Lake Manyara National Park
Tanzania
Day 1-3

Lake Manyara National Park

Situated in Tanzania’s central-northern region with the Lake Manyara to its east and the Manyara Escarpment to its west, the Lake Manyara National Park offers breathtaking views and a large variety of habitats supporting an array of wildlife.
Northern Serengeti
Tanzania
Day 4-5

Northern Serengeti

Located between the Central Serengeti and Kenya’s Masai Mara National Reserve to the north, the Northern Serengeti is a remote African wildlife wonderland.

Accommodations

Mandhari Lodge
Lake Manyara National Park
Day 1-4

Mandhari Lodge

Aligned with soaring flamingos, Mandhari Lodge is situated high on the Manyara Escarpment which forms part of the Great Rift Valley, and offers breathtaking views from sunrise to sunset.
Nasikia Mobile Migration Camp (Jun - Oct)
Northern Serengeti
Day 4-8

Nasikia Mobile Migration Camp (Jun - Oct)

Nasikia Mobile Migration Camp is moved and constructed each year to follow the migration herds and to maximise the experience of staying in the heart of wildlife action.

15 June - 31 August 2026 - STAY 7, PAY 6 NIGHTS SPECIAL

  • Per person sharing: US$ 5,595
  • Single & solo traveller: On request
  • Per person per night supplement for Kaskaz Mara Camp including drinks: US$ 305

1 September - 31 October 2026 - STAY 7, PAY 5 NIGHTS SPECIAL

  • Per person sharing: US$ 5,100
  • Single & solo traveller: On request
  • Per person per night supplement for Kaskaz Mara Camp including drinks: US$ 305

Tanzania – 7-day Taste of the North Safari

Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater & Tarangire combined Safari
Dickson our driver is a true gentleman and has been driving Safari trips for over 20 years. His knowledge about animals and the Reserves is hard gained and invaluable.
Other Safari drivers acknowledged him everywhere we went and it is obvious he is well respected. The descent into the crater is steep and takes driving skills. We again saw a lot of wildlife within the crater. The lodge at Tarangire is to die for. Wow the views worth the whole safari trip.

Would I book with Indigo Safaris again. 110%. Another country and another experience.

Rowland Davies
Would I book with Indigo Safaris again? 110%

Tanzania – Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater Safari

Our safari in Tanzania was truly unforgettable. From the moment we arrived at Serengeti National Park, everything was fantastic — the camp was perfect, and the experience exceeded our expectations. The warm welcome, enthusiasm, attention, and constant smiles from everyone made our stay even more special.

At Tarangire, we once again enjoyed excellent service, a beautiful tent, and wonderful hospitality. Everything was perfectly organized. We were still delighted with our stay and overall experience.

From start to finish, the trip went smoothly and was perfectly managed. For a first safari in Tanzania, it was an incredible success. Thank you, Christopher, and the entire team for making this such a memorable adventure!

Caroline Hummel
An incredible success

17-Day Northern Tanzania Safari Expedition with Zanzibar Beach Break

Some days passed since we got back to Argentina. We just wanted to thank you for your support and assistance in our trip to Tanzania, which was an incredible experience for us as a family, one of the most beautiful trips we made by far! Send our regards to Christopher as well please. Hope we can plan a trip again soon!

Hernan Hoiak
The most beautiful trip we made by far

Northern Tanzania

Indigo Safaris exceeded our expectations. The accommodations were top-notch, and every detail was handled impeccably. I can't wait to book again.

Ahmed K.
Impeccable handling