17-Day Ultimate Wildlife, Culture Luxury Tanzania Safari

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where your private guide will welcome you. Transfer in comfort to a luxury lodge in Arusha with lush gardens and views of Mount Meru. Relax after your journey or enjoy a short orientation drive. In the evening, enjoy a gourmet dinner and a briefing covering the safari’s highlights, wildlife expectations, and safety.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Lake Duluti Lodge

• Luxury lodge located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Town Tour & Relaxation

Spend a leisurely morning exploring Arusha with a private city tour. Visit local markets, cultural centres, and artisan workshops for an authentic Tanzanian experience. Return to your lodge for afternoon relaxation by the pool or garden, enjoying panoramic views of Mount Meru. Optional spa treatments are available for ultimate indulgence. Dinner at the lodge features local and international cuisine.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Lake Duluti Lodge

• Luxury lodge located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Arusha National Park & Walking Safari

After breakfast, depart for Arusha National Park for a private game drive and guided walking safari. Explore montane forest, open savannah, and the Momella Lakes region, spotting giraffes, buffaloes, flamingos, and colobus monkeys. Walking with an armed ranger adds an intimate perspective on wildlife and flora. Return to your luxury lodge in Arusha for a gourmet dinner and overnight stay surrounded by tranquillity.

Main Destination:

Arusha National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Animals are easier to spot)

High Season July to March (The park can get busy)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Arusha NP

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

HippoCommon

ElephantOccasional

WildebeestOccasional

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LeopardRare

HyenaRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Lake Duluti Lodge

• Luxury lodge located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Tarangire National Park

Travel to Tarangire National Park, famed for large elephant herds and ancient baobabs. Enjoy an afternoon private game drive along the Tarangire River, spotting lions, zebras, wildebeest, and birds. Check into an upscale lodge or tented camp within or near the park. Savor sundowner drinks overlooking wildlife-rich plains.

Main Destination:

Tarangire National Park

Best Time To Visit July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River)

High Season June to October (The park is full of visitors)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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HippoCommon

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Oliver's Camp

• Luxury tented camp (with rustic facilities) located inside Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Tarangire National Park

A full day of game drives in Tarangire provides excellent wildlife viewing in serene surroundings. Morning and afternoon excursions follow the elephants and predators across the park’s diverse landscapes. Between drives, relax at the lodge and enjoy panoramic views or a private pool. Lunch and snacks are served at scenic locations. Return to your luxury lodge for dinner.

Main Destination:

Tarangire National Park

Accommodation:

Oliver's Camp

• Luxury tented camp (with rustic facilities) located inside Tarangire NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Tarangire National Park

Spend another day exploring the park at your leisure, focusing on photography, birdwatching, or following wildlife trails with your expert guide. Optional guided bush walks provide closer encounters with flora and smaller fauna. Afternoons allow for relaxation at your lodge, enjoying spa treatments, poolside leisure, or scenic sunsets. Evening dinner features local specialties and international cuisine.

Main Destination:

Tarangire National Park

Accommodation:

Oliver's Camp

• Luxury tented camp (with rustic facilities) located inside Tarangire NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Lake Manyara National Park

Depart Tarangire for Lake Manyara National Park, a lush forested park known for tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and abundant birdlife. Afternoon private game drives explore the lakeshore and groundwater forests. Afterward, continue to a luxury lodge in Karatu, nestled between highlands and forested hills. Enjoy dinner with views of rolling farmland, followed by overnight in Karatu in elegant comfort.

Main Destination:

Lake Manyara National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals)

High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

Show more

LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

The Retreat at Ngorongoro Lodge

• Luxury lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Manyara NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Ngorongoro Crater

Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day private game drive. Witness an unparalleled concentration of wildlife, including elephants, lions, hippos, flamingos, and the endangered black rhino. Picnic lunch on the crater floor enhances the immersive experience. Late afternoon ascent brings you to a luxury lodge on the crater rim, offering breathtaking vistas and refined dining. Dinner.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)

High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)

Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

Show more

ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

• Luxury lodge located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Olduvai Gorge

After breakfast, depart the highlands and drive through scenic plains to Olduvai Gorge, a site of immense archaeological importance. Explore the gorge with your guide, learning about early human history. Continue toward South Serengeti, enjoying wildlife sightings along the way. Check into a luxury lodge or tented camp in the southern Serengeti. Dinner and overnight in comfort, with sounds of the wild as your backdrop.

Main Destination:

Olduvai Gorge (Highlight)

Accommodation:

Lake Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge

• Luxury tented camp located inside Ndutu (Southern Serengeti NP)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

South Serengeti National Park

Begin a day of private game drives in South Serengeti, tracking predators and observing migrating herds if seasonal. The vast plains provide opportunities for extraordinary photography. In the afternoon, transfer north toward Central Serengeti, arriving at a luxury tented camp with elevated views over the savannah. Enjoy sundowners and a gourmet dinner before overnighting under the African sky.

Main Destination:

Southern Serengeti National Park

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)

High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

Show more

GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Nyota Luxury Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Central Serengeti National Park

Full-day game drives in Central Serengeti explore the Seronera Valley, known for resident lions, cheetahs, and leopards. Morning and afternoon drives provide optimal wildlife viewing, with picnic lunch in the wilderness. Return to your luxury camp for leisure, enjoying poolside relaxation or a scenic viewpoint. Evening gourmet dinner.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Nyota Luxury Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Central Serengeti National Park

Spend another immersive day exploring Central Serengeti, following your guide’s expert knowledge of wildlife movements. Optional sunrise drive offers magical photography and predator observation. Afternoon at the camp allows for relaxation, spa, or lounge time. Enjoy the vibrant African sunset, followed by a fine dining experience under the stars.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Nyota Luxury Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Central Serengeti National Park

Another day in Central Serengeti lets you explore different regions of the park, maximizing wildlife encounters. Game drives in the morning and afternoon ensure sightings of big cats, elephants, and plains game. Return to your luxury camp to rest, enjoy sundowners, and savor a refined dinner in the bush.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Nyota Luxury Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Central Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive before departing Central Serengeti for Karatu. Scenic drive through rolling hills and Maasai villages. Arrive at a luxury lodge in Karatu and relax with afternoon leisure or optional short nature walks. Dinner features regional cuisine paired with fine wines.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

The Retreat at Ngorongoro Lodge

• Luxury lodge located near Karatu (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Elephant Cave & Waterfall

Explore the Elephant Cave and nearby waterfalls with your private guide. Hike scenic trails and enjoy close encounters with natural features and local wildlife. Afternoon at leisure to enjoy lodge facilities, spa treatments, or panoramic viewpoints. Evening gourmet dinner in the lodge completes a day of adventure and relaxation. Overnight in Karatu.

Main Destination:

Karatu District

Accommodation:

The Retreat at Ngorongoro Lodge

• Luxury lodge located near Karatu (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Mto wa Mbu Activities

Depart Karatu for Mto wa Mbu, a lively village offering cultural and scenic experiences. Enjoy guided walks, bicycle tours, and visit local farms and markets. After lunch, return to Arusha in comfort. Afternoon at leisure for shopping, spa treatments, or relaxation at your luxury hotel. Farewell dinner in Arusha with refined dining and local specialties. Overnight in Arusha.

Main Destination:

Mto Wa Mbu (Town)

Accommodation:

Lake Duluti Lodge

• Luxury lodge located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Departure at Kilimanjaro International Airport

After breakfast, transfer in style to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight. Optional early morning shopping or city tour may be arranged depending on your schedule. Depart with memories of Tanzania’s wildlife, landscapes, and luxury safari experiences.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.