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8-Day Tanzania Safari Tour by Migsam Safaris
Offered by - Migsam Safaris
Tour Features
This 8-day Birding Safari provides the opportunity to witness a symphony of wings and colours. On a rewarding bird-watching excursion, spot exotic raptors, weavers, colourful bee-eaters, and over 100 species of birds. Visit Lake Manyara National Park, a natural gem known for its habitat for 400 African birds. Discover other exotic birds like flamingos, cormorants, and storks, as well as grey-breasted spurfowls or Hartlaub’s Turaco across Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater and the Highlands.
| Mid-Range tour | This mid-range tour includes comfortable lodges and tented camps. |
| Can be customized | You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour. |
| Private tour | This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others. |
| Solo travel available | Solo travelers can book this tour. |
| Can start any day | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
| No minimum age | There is no minimum age for this tour. |
| Transportation | This tour uses: Open 4x4, Pop-up roof 4x4. |
Route & Activities
Tanzania
Activities Included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
| Day | Accommodation | Meals |
| 1 | African Tulip No images available | Lunch, Dinner Included |
| 2 | Manyara's Secret No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included |
| 3 | Marera Valley Lodge No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included |
| 4-7 | Tanzania Bush Camp (Central Serengeti) No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included |
| 8 | Mid-Range Accommodation No images available | Breakfast, Lunch Included |
Arrival (See Getting There for more details)
- A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Day 1 - Arrival in Arusha – Gateway to the Avian Kingdom
Welcome to Tanzania! Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport, enjoy a warm reception and
transfer to your lodge at the foothills of Mount Meru. Begin your journey with a gentle
introduction to Tanzania’s tropical birdlife in the lodge’s gardens.
Main Destination: Arusha
Accommodation: African Tulip
Meals & Drinks: Lunch, Dinner Included
- Day 2 - Day 2 Arusha to Tarangire National Park – The Land of Giant
Head to Tarangire National Park, renowned not only for its elephants but also for its vibrant
avian diversity. Explore baobab-studded savannahs where larks, hornbills, and raptors abound.
Your guide will focus on key birding sites while spotting other wildlife along the way.
Highlights:
● Morning and afternoon game drives with birding focus
● Spotting raptors, weavers, colorful bee-eaters and over 100 species of birds on a
rewarding bird-watching excursion.
● Sunset observation by the Tarangire River
Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
Accommodation: Manyara's Secret
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
- Day 3 - Day 3 Tarangire to Lake Manyara – Forests, Lakes, and Birds
Travel to Lake Manyara National Park, a gem for birders with over 400 species recorded. From
tree-climbing lions to flamingos, cormorants, and storks, this park is a microcosm of Tanzania’s
ecological variety.
Highlights:
● Birding along lake shores and forested trails
● Spotking Malachite Kingfishers, African Fish Eagles, and Pelicans
● Cultural visit to nearby Mto wa Mbu village
Main Destination: Lake Manyara National Park
Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
- Day 4 - Day 4 Lake Manyara to Ngorongoro Highlands – Crater Rim and
Ascend to the Ngorongoro Highlands, stopping en route at birding hotspots within montane
forests and grasslands. From crater rim vantage points, spot endemic species such as the
Grey-breasted Spurfowl or Hartlaub’s Turaco.
Highlights:
● Crater rim birding and forest walks
● Optional cultural experience with Maasai communities
● Evening sunset with crater panorama
● Spot pelicans, ground hornbills
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation: Tanzania Bush Camp (Central Serengeti)
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
- Day 5 - Ngorongoro Crater – Birds of the Crater Floor
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a natural amphitheater teeming with wildlife. While
mammals roam, avid birders can observe ground-dwelling species, raptors circling above, and
waterfowl near crater lakes.
Highlights:
● Guided crater floor birding with focus on endemic species
● Spot flamingos, crown cranes, Pelicans and African Jacanas
● Picnic lunch beside hippo pools
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation: Tanzania Bush Camp (Central Serengeti)
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
- Day 6 - Day 6 Ngorongoro to Lake Eyasi – Village Birding & Tradition
Journey to Lake Eyasi, home to the Hadza and Datoga communities, while exploring savannah
and wetland habitats for endemic and migratory birds. Lake Eyasi offers unique dryland bird
species and excellent photography opportunities.
Highlights:
● Village visit and cultural exchange
● Birding along wetlands and open savannah
● Observing Flamingos, Hornbills,
Main Destination: Lake Eyasi
Accommodation: Tanzania Bush Camp (Central Serengeti)
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
- Day 7 - Lake Eyasi to Arusha via Engaruka or Shallow Wetlands
Travel back toward Arusha with birding stops at Engaruka ruins and shallow wetland areas.
Spot species such as Long-tailed Cisticolas, Red-faced Crombecs, and African Swallows. End
the day at your lodge relaxing and reviewing the week’s rare bird sightings.
Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Tanzania Bush Camp (Central Serengeti)
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
- Day 8 - Day 8 Departure – Birds, Memories, and Farewell
After a final early-morning birdwatching walk, enjoy breakfast and transfer to Kilimanjaro or
Arusha Airport. Depart with memories of Tanzania’s unparalleled birdlife, landscapes, and
vibrant culture.
Highlights:
● Early-morning birding walk for final sightings
● Leisurely breakfast at the lodge
● Transfer to the airport for onward journey
Main Destination: Arusha
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch Included
End of tour (See Getting There for more details)
- Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
- A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
Excludes
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Rates Per Person
Jan 21, 2026 - Jan 21, 2027
*n/a = not available. This tour is unavailable for solo travelers.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
Excludes
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
This tour starts in Arusha and ends in Arusha, Tanzania
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
This tour starts in Arusha and ends in Arusha, Tanzania
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
Offered By
Migsam Safaris
Kenya
Tanzania
Uganda
Migsam Safaris helps travellers enjoy the best safari in Tanzania with clear plans and friendly support. We offer many safari tours, including Serengeti game drives, Ngorongoro Crater trips, Big Five safari tours, hot air balloon safari rides, and cultural visits with local communities. We also guide guests on hiking and trekking routes around places like Mount Kilimanjaro and the Great Rift landscapes. Many travellers see us as one of the best Tanzania safari companies because we focus on comfort, safety, and real local knowledge. With honest prices and a caring team, Migsam Safaris creates trips that feel easy, warm, and memorable.
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