Experience the ultimate Tanzanian safari on this 6-day journey through Tarangire National Park, Central and Northern Serengeti, and the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, staying in some of the country’s most elegant lodges and luxury tented camps. From the elephant-rich landscapes of Tarangire to the predator-filled plains of the Serengeti and the seasonal drama of the Great Wildebeest Migration in the north, this safari offers extraordinary wildlife encounters and scenic beauty at every turn. You’ll descend into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, home to the Big Five, and unwind each evening in handpicked accommodations such as Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge, Ngorongoro Serena, and Escarpment Luxury Lodge, blending comfort with immersive wilderness experiences for a truly unforgettable African adventure.
| 1 Person | 2 People | 3 People | 4 People |
|---|---|---|---|
| $5,800 | $3,870 | $3,700 | $3,350 |
| 1 Person | 2 People | 3 People | 4 People |
|---|---|---|---|
| $6,300 | $4,150 | $4,094 | $3,576 |
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you’ll be warmly welcomed by your safari guide and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Take the day to rest and recover from your journey. Depending on your arrival time, optional excursions such as a coffee plantation visit or Arusha city tour can be arranged.
Accommodation Options:
Luxury: Gran Meliá Arusha
Alternative: Mount Meru Hotel
Meal Plan: Dinner (if arriving before 7:30 pm)
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park (approx. 2.5 hours). Explore this scenic park known for its ancient baobabs, seasonal swamps, and large elephant herds. Enjoy game drives and a picnic lunch inside the park before continuing to the Karatu highlands near Lake Manyara for overnight.
Accommodation Options:
Option 1: Nyota Luxury Camp / Safari Haven
Option 2: Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge / Escarpment Luxury Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, drive via the Ngorongoro Highlands into Serengeti National Park. Enjoy game viewing en route through Naabi Hill and into the famous Seronera Valley, home to resident predators, giraffes, elephants, and wildebeest herds. Arrive at your Serengeti lodge in the afternoon.
Accommodation Options:
Option 1: Serengeti Sound of Nature
Option 2: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, journey north through the Serengeti, enjoying a full-day game drive. The Northern Serengeti is famed for its rugged terrain and the Mara River crossings during the migration (July–October). Arrive at your camp in the late afternoon and enjoy the tranquility of this remote region.
Accommodation Options:
Option 1: Serengeti Sound of Nature (if stationed in north)
Option 2: Upgrade to seasonal tented camp (if available)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Start with a final sunrise game drive, then begin your long but scenic drive south back through the Serengeti and toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Optional visit to Olduvai Gorge or a Maasai village on the way. Arrive at your crater-edge lodge by late afternoon.
Accommodation Options:
Option 1: Lion’s Paw Camp
Option 2: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Descend early into the Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife havens, for a half-day game drive. Spot lions, buffalo, hyenas, zebras, hippos, flamingos, and the endangered black rhino. After a picnic lunch, drive back to Arusha, where you’ll be dropped at your hotel or Kilimanjaro Airport.
Optional Accommodation (if staying overnight):
Gran Meliá Arusha / Mount Meru Hotel
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
All park entry fees and conservation fees
Ngorongoro Crater descent fees
Accommodation as listed (or similar)
Meals as specified per day
Private 4×4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof for game viewing
Professional English-speaking driver-guide
Bottled drinking water during the safari
Government taxes and VAT
International & domestic flights
Airport transfers (unless specified)
Travel insurance
Visa fees for Tanzania
Tips and gratuities to driver/guide and staff
Personal expenses (laundry, drinks, souvenirs)
Optional activities (e.g., Maasai village visit, Olduvai Gorge)
