Overview

Experience Tanzania like never before on our 10 Days / 9 Nights Lake Victoria & Serengeti Safari. This carefully crafted itinerary combines thrilling wildlife safaris with authentic cultural encounters and the tranquil beauty of Lake Victoria, Africa’s largest freshwater lake.

Explore Tanzania’s legendary Northern Safari Circuit, including Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara National Park, before relaxing along the peaceful shores of Lake Victoria.

Meet local fishing communities, enjoy scenic boat excursions, witness spectacular sunsets, and discover a different side of Tanzania that few visitors experience.

Whether you’re a couple, family, honeymooner, photographer, or wildlife enthusiast, this safari delivers an unforgettable blend of adventure and relaxation.

Safari Highlights

✔ Explore Serengeti National Park

✔ Visit Africa’s Largest Freshwater Lake

✔ Discover Ngorongoro Crater

✔ Tarangire Elephant Safari

✔ Lake Manyara National Park

✔ Authentic Village Experience

✔ Lake Victoria Boat Cruise

✔ Luxury Safari Lodges

✔ Professional Safari Guide

✔ Big Five Wildlife Viewing

10 Days / 9 Nights Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Arusha

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you’ll be welcomed by the Dakawa Travel team.

Transfer to your luxury hotel in Arusha.

Enjoy a welcome dinner and safari briefing.

Overnight

Luxury Hotel – Arusha

Meals

Dinner

Day 2 – Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park.

Highlights include:

• Giant Elephant Herds
• Ancient Baobab Trees
• Lions
• Buffalo
• Giraffes
• Zebras
• Wildebeest

Enjoy a full-day game drive.

Overnight

Luxury Safari Lodge

Meals

Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 3 – Serengeti National Park

Travel through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands before entering Serengeti National Park.

Afternoon game drive searching for:

• Lions
• Leopards
• Cheetahs
• Elephants
• Hyenas
• Gazelles

Enjoy sunset across the endless plains.

Overnight

Luxury Safari Camp

Meals

Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 4 – Full-Day Serengeti Safari

Spend the day exploring different wildlife regions.

Possible sightings include:

• Lion Prides
• Leopard
• Cheetah
• Elephant Families
• Hippos
• Crocodiles
• Wildebeest Migration (Seasonal)

Optional Experience

🎈 Hot Air Balloon Safari

Overnight

Luxury Safari Camp

Meals

Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 5 – Northern Serengeti to Lake Victoria

After breakfast, enjoy one final morning game drive before traveling toward the peaceful shores of Lake Victoria.

Arrive in the evening and relax while enjoying panoramic lake views.

Overnight

Lake Victoria Resort

Meals

Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 6 – Lake Victoria Cultural Experience

Today you’ll experience the authentic lifestyle of the communities living around Africa’s largest lake.

Activities include:

• Traditional Fishing Village Visit
• Local Market Tour
• Boat Cruise
• Bird Watching
• Sunset Photography
• Cultural Interaction

Learn about the traditions and daily lives of local communities.

Overnight

Lake Victoria Resort

Meals

Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 7 – Return to Ngorongoro Highlands

Travel back through beautiful landscapes toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Optional stop at a Maasai village to experience traditional customs, dance, and handicrafts.

Overnight

Luxury Lodge – Karatu

Meals

Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 8 – Ngorongoro Crater Safari

Descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater.

Search for:

• Black Rhino
• Lions
• Buffalo
• Elephant Bulls
• Hippos
• Flamingos
• Hyenas
• Gazelles

Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater before continuing your wildlife adventure.

Overnight

Luxury Lodge – Karatu

Meals

Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 9 – Lake Manyara National Park

Visit Lake Manyara National Park.

Highlights include:

• Tree-Climbing Lions
• Flamingos
• Blue Monkeys
• Hippos
• Elephants
• Giraffes

Spend the afternoon enjoying the park’s lush forests and lakeshore scenery.

Overnight

Luxury Lodge – Karatu

Meals

Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 10 – Return to Arusha & Departure

After breakfast, return to Arusha.

Visit local craft markets before transferring to Kilimanjaro International Airport.

Your unforgettable Tanzanian adventure concludes.

Meals

Breakfast • Lunch

Destinations You’ll Visit

• Arusha
• Tarangire National Park
• Serengeti National Park
• Lake Victoria
• Ngorongoro Conservation Area
• Ngorongoro Crater
• Lake Manyara National Park

Wildlife You May Encounter

• African Elephant
• Lion
• Leopard
• Cheetah
• Buffalo
• Black Rhino
• Giraffe
• Zebra
• Wildebeest
• Hippo
• Crocodile
• Hyena
• Flamingo
• Fish Eagles
• Kingfishers
• More than 500 Bird Species

Package Includes

✔ Airport Transfers

✔ 9 Nights Accommodation

✔ Private 4×4 Toyota Land Cruiser

✔ Professional English-Speaking Safari Guide

✔ Lake Victoria Boat Excursion

✔ National Park Entrance Fees

✔ Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Fee

✔ Unlimited Game Drives

✔ Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner During Safari

✔ Bottled Drinking Water

✔ Government Taxes

Package Excludes

• International Flights
• Tanzania Visa
• Travel Insurance
• Alcoholic Beverages
• Personal Expenses
• Tips & Gratuities
• Hot Air Balloon Safari
• Optional Cultural Activities

Accommodation Options

Budget Safari

Comfortable Safari Camps & Hotels

Starting From

USD $3,290 Per Person

Mid-Range Safari ⭐ Most Popular

Premium Safari Lodges & Lake Resort

Starting From

USD $4,190 Per Person

Luxury Safari

Luxury Lodges & Boutique Lake Resort

Starting From

USD $5,690 Per Person

Ultra Luxury Safari

Exclusive Luxury Camps & Private Villas

Starting From

USD $7,990 Per Person

Best Time to Visit

June – October ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

• Excellent Wildlife Viewing
• Dry Season
• Great Migration
• Comfortable Temperatures

January – March ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

• Calving Season
• Predator Activity
• Beautiful Green Landscapes

November – December ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

• Excellent Bird Watching
• Beautiful Sunsets
• Fewer Visitors

Why Choose Dakawa Travel?

✔ Experienced Local Safari Specialists

✔ Professional English-Speaking Guides

✔ Comfortable Private Safari Vehicles

✔ Carefully Selected Luxury Lodges

✔ Authentic Cultural Experiences

✔ Flexible Itineraries

✔ Transparent Pricing

✔ 24/7 Travel Assistance