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9 Days Sound of Silence Tanzania Safari

Duration

9 Days

Places Visited

Arusha, Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara, Serengeti (Mara river and central) and Ngorongoro Crater,

Transport

4×4 Private Safari Vehicle

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Safari Overview

Discover the magic of East Africa on this unforgettable 9 Days Sound of Silence Tanzania Safari, one of the most immersive Tanzania wildlife safari tours designed for travelers seeking extraordinary landscapes, iconic national parks, and close-up encounters with Africa’s most celebrated animals. This carefully crafted Tanzania safari itinerary takes you through some of the country’s most renowned destinations, including Arusha National Park, Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara, Serengeti Mara River, Central Serengeti, and the Ngorongoro Crater.

From the green foothills surrounding Arusha to the endless golden plains of the Serengeti, every day of this safari reveals a new side of Tanzania’s breathtaking wilderness. You will travel through ancient baobab-filled landscapes, lush forests, dramatic escarpments, and world-famous migration corridors where thousands of wildebeest and zebra move across the savanna in search of fresh grazing.

This luxury Tanzania safari experience is perfect for wildlife lovers, photographers, honeymooners, and adventure travelers who want to witness the Big Five safari in Tanzania, including lions, elephants, leopards, buffalo, and the rare black rhino. Along the way, you may also spot giraffes browsing acacia trees, flamingos gathering along soda lakes, hippos resting in river pools, and crocodiles waiting along the Mara River crossings.

With a selection of mid-range, comfort, and premium safari lodges and tented camps, this journey combines comfort, exceptional game viewing, and authentic African wilderness experiences.

Tour Highlights

Arusha
Tarangire National Park
Lake Manyara National Park
Serengeti National Park
Ngorongoro Crater
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Full Itinerary

Day
1

Arusha

Arrival in Arusha

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) where you will be warmly welcomed by your professional safari guide and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. This vibrant tourism gateway is the starting point for many of the best Tanzania safari tours and offers beautiful views of Mount Meru and the surrounding green landscapes.

After check-in, enjoy time to relax and recover from your journey before receiving a detailed safari briefing about the exciting adventure ahead.

Attractions & What to Expect:
Enjoy the fresh mountain air, scenic surroundings, and beautiful views of Mount Meru. Arusha offers a peaceful introduction to your safari while preparing you for the remarkable wildlife journey ahead.

KilimaMoja Lodge

KilimaMoja Lodge

Day
2

Arusha

Arusha National Park

After breakfast, depart for a full-day game drive in Arusha National Park, one of Tanzania’s most scenic and underrated safari destinations. The park features an extraordinary mix of rainforest, open savanna, lakes, and volcanic landscapes.

As you explore the park, you may encounter graceful giraffes walking across the plains, buffalo grazing peacefully, and black-and-white colobus monkeys leaping through the forest canopy. The Momella Lakes attract flamingos, waterbirds, and occasionally hippos along the shoreline.

Optional canoeing on Momella Lake adds a unique perspective to this wildlife experience.

Attractions & What to Expect:
Expect beautiful views of Mount Meru and, on clear days, distant views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Wildlife sightings often include giraffes, zebras, warthogs, monkeys, flamingos, and hippos.

Four Seasons Lodge

Four Seasons Lodge

Day
3

Tarangire

Arusha – Tarangire National Park

Today your safari continues to the famous Tarangire National Park, one of the top destinations for an authentic elephant safari in Tanzania. The park is especially renowned for its enormous elephant herds and ancient baobab trees that dominate the landscape.

During your game drive, you may witness elephants moving in family groups, lions resting in tall grass, and occasional sightings of leopards or cheetahs. The Tarangire River acts as a vital water source, attracting many animals including zebra, wildebeest, giraffe, and antelope.

Attractions & What to Expect:
Expect excellent wildlife photography opportunities with elephants, lions, giraffes, and seasonal concentrations of migratory animals around the river.

Marera Mountain View Lodge

Marera Mountain View Lodge

Day
4

Manyara Np

Tarangire – Lake Manyara National Park

Begin with an early morning game drive before proceeding to Lake Manyara National Park, a spectacular destination known for its dramatic Rift Valley setting and rich biodiversity.

This park is famous for its legendary tree-climbing lions, which are often seen resting on branches above the forest floor. Along the lake’s edge, large flocks of flamingos create a stunning pink shoreline, while troops of baboons, elephants, and hippos are frequently seen throughout the park.

Attractions & What to Expect:
Expect beautiful birdlife, elephants moving through groundwater forests, tree-climbing lions, and sweeping views of the Rift Valley escarpment.

Marera Mountain View Lodge

Marera Mountain View Lodge

Day
5

Serengeti

Lake Manyara – Serengeti Mara River

Today you journey toward the legendary Northern Serengeti Mara River, one of the most iconic safari destinations in Africa and a prime location for the Great Wildebeest Migration in Tanzania.

This area is globally famous for dramatic river crossings where wildebeest and zebra brave crocodile-filled waters while predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards patrol nearby.

Attractions & What to Expect:
Witness one of nature’s greatest spectacles as herds of wildebeest and zebra gather near the Mara River, often followed closely by crocodiles and big cats.

Marera Mountain View Lodge

Marera Mountain View Lodge

Day
6

Serengeti

Full Day in Serengeti Mara River

Spend a full day exploring the migration routes and river crossing points in the Northern Serengeti. This is one of the best days for extraordinary wildlife encounters and dramatic safari photography.

Large herds of wildebeest, zebra, gazelles, and topi dominate the plains, while lions, hyenas, crocodiles, and leopards follow closely behind.

Attractions & What to Expect:
Expect intense predator-prey action, river crossings, hippo pools, and breathtaking Serengeti landscapes

Marera Mountain View Lodge

Marera Mountain View Lodge

Day
7

Serengeti

Serengeti Mara River – Central Serengeti

After breakfast, travel south toward the Central Serengeti, especially the famous Seronera Valley, known for some of the best big cat sightings in Tanzania.

This region is rich in resident wildlife year-round, making it ideal for spotting lions, leopards, cheetahs, hyenas, and large herds of herbivores.

Attractions & What to Expect:
Expect classic Serengeti scenery with open grasslands, acacia trees, kopjes, and exceptional predator sightings.

Marera Mountain View Lodge

Marera Mountain View Lodge

Day
8

Ngorongoro

Central Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater

After a morning game drive, continue to the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best places for a Big Five safari in Tanzania.

The crater floor supports an incredible density of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffalo, hyenas, hippos, and the rare black rhino.

Attractions & What to Expect:
Expect outstanding game viewing in a unique volcanic caldera with excellent chances of spotting all Big Five animals in one day.

Marera Mountain View Lodge

Marera Mountain View Lodge

Day
9

Departure

Ngorongoro – Arusha – Departure

After breakfast, drive back to Arusha with beautiful scenic views along the way before transferring to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight.

Number of Pax Prices
1 Pax
$ 3,592
2 Pax
$3,307
3 Pax
$ 3,243
4 Pax
$ 3,210
5 Pax
$ 3,379
6 Pax
$ 2,544
7 Pax
$ 3,148

Hotel, Lodge& Camps

Mid-Range Accommodation Safari: Comfortable lodges or tented camps with private en-suite bathrooms, comfortable beds, hot showers, and full-board meals. These accommodations provide a balance between comfort and affordability, offering quality service and a close-to-nature safari experience without the high cost of luxury lodges. Ideal for travelers seeking good value and comfort during their Tanzania safari.

Trip Preparation

Visa & Entry

  • Tanzania e-Visa: $50 USD (apply online)
  • USA/UK/EU: visa on arrival available
  • Passport valid 6+ months beyond travel date
  • Yellow fever certificate may be required

Vaccinations

  • Yellow Fever (from endemic countries)
  • Hepatitis A & B recommended
  • Typhoid recommended
  • Malaria prophylaxis strongly advised

What to Pack

  • Neutral/khaki clothing (no bright colours)
  • Warm layer for early morning drives
  • Sunscreen SPF 50+, insect repellent
  • Binoculars (8×42 recommended)
  • Camera with zoom lens, power bank

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$ 3,307
/ Per Person

Based on 2 Pax

Cost Includes
  • Park entry fees
  • Game drives in a 4×4 safari vehicle
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Full-board accommodations based on package selection
  • Bottled drinking water
  • Airport transfers
  • International flights
  • Personal expenses (souvenirs, drinks, etc.)
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Travel insurance
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