8 Days Luxury Tanzania Safari from Dubai – Serengeti Migration & Ngorongoro Crater
8 Days / 7 Nights Days
Dubai, UAE → Dubai, UAE
Migration
Easy
From
USD $ 10,875
per person
Why Choose This Safari?
This is the safari for travelers flying out of Dubai who don't want to piece together their own connections—the Flydubai and Air Tanzania flights are already built into the route, landing you in Arusha before the trip even properly begins. Two full days around the Mara River set this itinerary apart from a standard Northern Circuit run, giving you a real window to catch the wildebeest migration's river crossings rather than just driving past the herds on the way to somewhere else. Between Tarangire's baobabs, the crater floor at Ngorongoro, and the tree-climbing lions of Lake Manyara, it's a complete circuit for anyone who wants the classic parks and the migration drama in one eight-day trip.
Destinations to Travel
Kilimanjaro / Arusha (Tanzania) · Tarangire National Park · Ngorongoro Crater · Northern Serengeti — Mara River Area · Central Serengeti — Seronera Region · Lake Manyara National Park
Itinerary
Day 1 — Dubai to Kilimanjaro via Dar es Salaam, then Arusha
Your journey begins in Dubai with a Flydubai flight to Tanzania, connecting through Julius Nyerere International Airport in Dar es Salaam onto a domestic Air Tanzania flight to Kilimanjaro International Airport. A Wonders of Creation representative meets you on arrival and transfers you into Arusha town for the night at Mount Meru Hotel, on a bed-and-breakfast basis.
Day 2 — Arusha to Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, you head out to Tarangire National Park for a full day of wildlife viewing—the park's giant baobabs and some of the largest elephant herds in Tanzania are the draw, alongside lions, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, and cheetahs. You break for lunch and some leisure time before an afternoon game drive, with dinner and the night at Tarangire Sopa Lodge on full board.
Day 3 — Tarangire to Ngorongoro Crater
An early departure for Ngorongoro Crater, with picnic lunch boxes packed for the day. You descend onto the crater floor for game drives through one of Africa's most concentrated wildlife havens, with a real chance at the Big Five alongside hippo, wildebeest, hyena and flamingo. Dinner and the night are at Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge.
Day 4 — Ngorongoro to Northern Serengeti, Mara River Area
After breakfast, you continue to the Serengeti, with game drives along the way through the conservation area. The plains open up as you enter — and if you're traveling during migration season, this is where you'll start seeing the enormous herds of wildebeest and zebra moving toward the Maasai Mara. Dinner and the night are at Mara Mara Tented Lodge.
Day 5 — Full Day in Northern Serengeti, Mara River
A full day dedicated to the Mara River region, searching out the migration's river crossings when they're happening and taking in extensive game drives across one of Africa's most iconic safari landscapes either way. Dinner and the night are again at Mara Mara Tented Lodge.
Day 6 — Northern Serengeti to Central Serengeti
After breakfast, you head for Central Serengeti with game viewing along the route, arriving in the Seronera region known for some of the park's best predator sightings and classic Serengeti scenery. Dinner and the night are at Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge.
Day 7 — Serengeti to Lake Manyara National Park
You depart for Lake Manyara National Park with a picnic lunch, arriving in time for an afternoon game drive. Manyara is known for its tree-climbing lions, flamingo-lined lake, and dramatic Rift Valley scenery. Dinner and the night are at Manyara Serena Safari Lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8 — Lake Manyara to Arusha, Departure to Dubai
After breakfast, you drive back to Arusha with a stop at the Cultural Heritage Centre for shopping and a look at local art and craft. Lunch follows before the transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your return flight to Dubai — and on a clear day, Kilimanjaro itself puts on a final show before you fly out.
What's Included
Rate Includes
- Round-trip flights: Dubai – Dar es Salaam – Kilimanjaro – Dubai
- Airport pick-up and drop-off at Kilimanjaro International Airport
- Park entry and concession fees for:
- Tarangire National Park
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Serengeti National Park
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Full board accommodation during the safari (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
- Professional English-speaking safari driver guide
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof for game viewing
- Driver allowances, vehicle park fees, and fuel
- Unlimited game drives as per itinerary
- Complimentary unlimited mineral water, coffee, and tea during safari
- All applicable government taxes and VAT
Rate Excludes
- Personal expenses at lodges and camps such as drinks, telephone calls, laundry services, and souvenirs
- International flights, visa fees, and travel insurance
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tips and gratuities for driver guides (recommended: USD 10 per person per day)
Best Time to Go
This itinerary is built around the Mara River crossings, so July through September is prime time — that's when wildebeest and zebra herds are most likely to attempt crossings in the Northern Serengeti, and the dry season keeps game viewing sharp across Tar
Pricing
From USD $ 10,875 per person
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I fly directly from Dubai to this safari?
Yes — the itinerary starts with a Flydubai flight from Dubai to Dar es Salaam, connecting to a domestic Air Tanzania flight into Kilimanjaro, with both included in the package.
Does this trip include the wildebeest migration river crossings?
Days 4 and 5 are spent in the Northern Serengeti's Mara River area specifically to look for migration crossings, though as with any wild event, crossings depend on the herds' movement and aren't guaranteed on any single day.
How many parks does this 8-day safari visit?
Four — Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti National Park (both the Mara River area and the Central Seronera region), and Lake Manyara — Tanzania's Northern Safari Circuit.
Will I see Mount Kilimanjaro on this trip?
You get a chance to on arrival and again on departure from Kilimanjaro International Airport, weather permitting — the mountain isn't part of the safari route itself, but clear days offer good views from the airport.
Are international flights included?
Yes, this package includes the Flydubai flight from Dubai to Dar es Salaam, the connecting domestic flight to Kilimanjaro, and the return flight to Dubai at the end of Day 8
What type of accommodation is used on this safari?
A mix of lodges and a tented camp — Tarangire Sopa Lodge, Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge, Mara Mara Tented Lodge, Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge and Manyara Serena Safari Lodge — on a full-board basis for most of the trip.