A Realistic 8-Day Safari Itinerary for Tanzania

Eight days leaves room for more than the standard game-drive rotation. You can add a specialist activity, such as a walking safari or a hot air balloon flight over the Serengeti, without dropping any of the four major Northern Circuit parks to fit it in. It also lets you divide three nights between two different Serengeti areas, which matters most in migration season if you want a real chance of tracking the herds instead of staying fixed in one zone. If you prefer a slower pace, eight days comfortably includes a night in Arusha built into the itinerary, so it's more than a transit stop. Choose this length if you want the classic Northern Circuit experience plus one memorable extra, without stretching the trip into a much bigger commitment. See our 8-day safari itineraries, or contact us about adding a balloon safari or walking safari to your plan.