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Serengeti Luxury Safari Tours
Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park is the finest all-round safari destination for luxury tours in Africa. It is best known as the home of the legendary annual wildebeest and zebra migration. The Serengeti is also well known for hosting many large predators such as lion, leopard, cheetah and spotted hyena. Other common wildlife include large herds of buffalo, elephant, giraffe and different types of antelope. Extending over 14,763km2 / 5,700mi2, this national park has an ever-growing number of upmarket and luxury lodges and exclusive camps. The park’s vast size means that it is usually easy to get away from the crowds.
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9-Day Elegant High-End Private Honeymoon Safari
$5,203 to $6,503 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Hotel
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Highlands, Ngorongoro Crater, Karatu District, Kilimanjaro Airport (End)
Gamedrive Travel Africa Safari Agency
5.0/5 – 749 Reviews
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7-Day Tanzania's Top Safari Highlights (with Balloon)
$5,325 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Lake Manyara NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha (End)
Lion King Adventures
5.0/5 – 1,590 Reviews
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6-Day Scenic Tanzania Journey - All Inclusive
$3,427 to $3,896 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Kilimanjaro Airport (End)
Kojuu Safaris Africa
5.0/5 – 161 Reviews
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9-Day Luxury Honeymoon Safari & Zanzibar Beach Escape
$3,492 to $3,590 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Resort
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Central Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara NP, Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches), Zanzibar Airport (End)
Williamson Adventures
5.0/5 – 70 Reviews
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10-Day Romantic Serengeti & Zanzibar Luxury Safari
$5,018 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Lake Manyara NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Central Serengeti NP, Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches), Zanzibar Airport (End)
Taswira Africa Safaris
5.0/5 – 37 Reviews
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5-Day Living Among Lions - Luxury (with Four Seasons)
$4,208 to $5,254 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Lake Manyara NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha (End)
Soul of Tanzania
5.0/5 – 556 Reviews
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7-Day Exclusive Luxury Safari Experience in Tanzania
$3,324 to $3,426 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Hotel
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Central Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara NP, Arusha (End)
Go Serengeti African Tours
4.9/5 – 643 Reviews
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6-Day Luxury Wildebeest Migration Mara River Crossing
$3,713 to $3,815 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Northern Serengeti NP, Central Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha (End)
Meru Slopes Tours & Safaris
5.0/5 – 948 Reviews
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5-Day Four Seasons Serengeti & Ngorongoro Luxury Safari
$4,399 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Hotel
You Visit: Kilimanjaro Airport (Start), Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha (End)
Akondo Adventures
4.9/5 – 202 Reviews
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12-Day Bush to Beach Luxury Escape
$4,151 to $4,680 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Lake Manyara NP, Central Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Nungwi (Zanzibar), Zanzibar (End)
African Big Cats Safaris
5.0/5 – 725 Reviews
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5-Day Ultra Luxury Fly-in Serengeti with Meliá Lodges
$3,971 to $4,080 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Hotel
You Visit: Moshi (Start), Arusha (City), Serengeti NP, Central Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Highlands, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha (End)
Sereland Africa Safaris
5.0/5 – 165 Reviews
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8-Day Safari and Beach Express
$3,578 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Lake Manyara NP, Serengeti NP, Central Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches), Zanzibar Airport (End)
Shadows of Africa
4.8/5 – 168 Reviews
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7-Day Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Island
$2,500 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Central Serengeti NP, Zanzibar (End)
Uro Adventure & Safaris
5.0/5 – 42 Reviews
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3-Day Luxury Serengeti Honeymoon Adventure
$2,383 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge
You Visit: Zanzibar (Start), Central Serengeti NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Zanzibar (End)
Go Makini Tanzania Expedition
4.9/5 – 166 Reviews
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5-Day Tarangire, Serengeti and Crater Luxury Safari
$1,834 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha (End)
Ozon Light Tours
5.0/5 – 469 Reviews
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![4-Day Luxury Romantic Honeymoon Safari in Tanzania]()
4-Day Luxury Romantic Honeymoon Safari in Tanzania
$2,114 to $2,165 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha (End)
Josh Dreamland Safari
4.9/5 – 109 Reviews
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3-Day Amazing Serengeti and Ngorongoro Luxury Safari
$1,586 to $1,631 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryTented Camp
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha (End)
kiliclimb Africa Safaris
5.0/5 – 322 Reviews
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4-Day Luxury Birthday Celebration Safari
$1,676 to $1,721 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha (End)
Joagro Safaris Tanzania
5.0/5 – 77 Reviews
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3-Day Fly from Zanzibar for Serengeti Adventures
$2,060 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryTented Camp
You Visit: Zanzibar (Start), Serengeti NP, Zanzibar (End)
Kibo Mawenzi Safaris
4.9/5 – 88 Reviews
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4-Day Amazing Tour Znz - Serenget Ngorongoro & Tarangire
$2,176 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Zanzibar (Start), Central Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire NP, Zanzibar (End)
Ndutu Green Explorers
5.0/5 – 238 Reviews
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7 Questions About Serengeti Luxury Safari Tours
Answered by
Philip Briggs
Philip is a renowned Africa expert and author of many Bradt guidebooks to African destinations, including the guide to Tanzania.› More about Philip
7 Questions About Serengeti Luxury Safari Tours
Philip Briggs
Why should I choose the Serengeti for a luxury trip?
“The Serengeti is serviced by a superb range of luxury safari accommodation options. There are world-class ‘hotels in the bush’ with all the facilities you’d expect of a five-star hotel. There are also more boutique-like permanent tented camps that combine bush chic with a close-to-nature feel. And seasonal tented camps where exclusivity rests less on the amenities than on their flexibility to relocate close to where the migration action is happening. It all depends on your priorities. The Serengeti offers top-notch wildlife viewing, superb birdlife and limitless opportunities for off-the-beaten-track exploration. The wildebeest migration is the top attraction. You need to research safari options in advance to be reasonably sure of catching it during the time of year you will be visiting. The timing of the migration varies every year, but the best chance of seeing it is during June and July. Even when the wildebeest migration is elsewhere, the Serengeti offers some of the world’s best big cat viewing. It isn’t unusual to score close-up encounters with lion, leopard and cheetah all on the same day. Buffalo, elephant, giraffe, eland, topi, kongoni, impala and Thomson’s and Grant’s gazelle are prolific in the park. The Serengeti is also unusually good for smaller predators, such as serval, bat-eared fox and golden jackal. It is difficult to think of a more appealing destination for a first-time luxury safari holiday. The Maasai name Siringit means ‘endless plain’, which describes the sense of infinite space in the Serengeti.”
1What is included in a Serengeti luxury safari?
“A luxury package to the Serengeti will usually be all-inclusive. This means the quoted price will include transport between camps, accommodation, all meals, and guided game drives and any other activities included in the package. Many top-end lodges and camps include non-premium drinks, such as tea, coffee, soft drinks, local beer and house wine, in the room rate. Some also include laundry. This isn’t always the case, so do check. One thing that won’t be included is tips. These can really add up on a Serengeti luxury tour so ask your operator about tipping expectations and don’t forget to bring cash with you. ”
2How long do I need in the Serengeti?
“It is tempting to say, ‘the longer the better’. Some people find that three or four days on safari is all they need. But a lot depends on your personal preference and interest in wildlife. After three or four days the routine can start to feel repetitive and wildlife sightings start to look the same. Others can’t ever really get enough of being on safari. The length of time also depends on the ground you want to cover. Those traveling by road often want to include Lake Manyara National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater. My suggestion for the minimum time is seven days/six nights total between the three parks. If you have limited time, you might fly in and out directly from Arusha. In this case, I would aim for three nights at one camp or four nights split between two different ones. Another option is a longer period exploring the main Serengeti destinations (southeast plains, Seronera, Western Corridor, Mara River area), as well as Lake Manyara and the Ngorongoro Crater. For this, anything from 10 nights to two weeks would be realistic. ”
3What is the difference between a drive-in or fly-in safari in the Serengeti?
“Most trips to the Serengeti include stays at Lake Manyara National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater. Both destinations are easily visited en route to the Serengeti by road from Arusha, the safari capital of Northern Tanzania. But some long and bouncy drives are involved, particularly along the rutted road that connects the crater to the Serengeti. People with limited time or back problems are advised to fly between lodges and camps. That said, flights tend to add to the cost of a safari. Flights are more expensive than driving. Flying restricts you to lodges and camps offering packages that include guided game drives. By not being on the road, you also miss out on spectacular scenery unfolding before you. An excellent compromise is to structure the safari so you drive out in stages to the most remote camp or lodge, then fly back to Arusha. ”
4How does a typical day on a luxury safari in the Serengeti unfold?
“A typical day would be an early start with a quick cup of coffee and snack, then an early morning game drive. You might carry a packed breakfast to eat on the road or return to camp for a late breakfast or brunch. Lunch can be a good time to take a rest. You then set out again for an afternoon game drive at 3 PM or 4 PM. Typically, the day aims to make the most of the finest wildlife-viewing hours, the first hour or two after sunrise and the last hour or two before sunset. There are occasions when you might take a packed lunch and spend the whole day out on one long game drive. This allows you to explore further afield than the tracks in the immediate vicinity of your camp. Longer midday drives also happen as you move between camps. Either way, the day usually ends with sundowners around the campfire, a three-course bush dinner and an early night for the next day’s pre-dawn start. ”
5What type of accommodation can I expect?
“Many of the Serengeti’s most upmarket accommodations are semi-permanent tented camps whose single most compelling feature is their remote bush location and wilderness feel. These are more fairly characterized as exclusive rather than luxurious. There are also some utterly gorgeous small five-star permanent lodges scattered around the national park. In almost all cases, you can expect large units with en suite hot showers, very comfortable bedding and private verandahs looking into the bush. Also expect top-notch cuisine, service and wine. Research the facilities at your intended accommodation carefully if more modern amenities such as 24/7 electricity, wifi or swimming pools are important to you. ”
6How much will this safari cost?
“The starting rate for a Serengeti luxury safari is around US$500 to US$600 per person per day. At the top end, staying at a handful of premier luxury camps, you might be looking at an all-inclusive price of US$1,000 per person per day, possibly more. The costs of a luxury safari depend on just how luxurious and exclusive you want your safari to be. Another cost factor is the season. Camps and lodges along the wildebeest migration route tend to charge higher rates during the period when the wildebeest are scheduled to arrive. One thing is for certain, you will be staying in fabulous accommodation in one of Africa’s premier safari destinations. So whatever you pay, for many people, it’s a once in a lifetime experience and well worth it.”
7Serengeti Reviews
Brian is an award winning travel writer, author of safari books and regular contributor to magazines such as BBC Wildlife and Travel Africa.
The Greatest Wildlife Show on Earth
We’re talking about the Serengeti migration, the year-round spectacle of a million wildebeest and maybe 200,000 zebras chasing the rains on an endless journey in search of grass and water. Come in Jan-Feb to see them massed on the short...
Ariadne is a renowned African wildlife photographer whose work is featured in many well-known guidebooks and magazines.
African Splendor
The Serengeti holds a very special place in my heart. I’ve been privileged to visit this vast ecosystem many times over the last 30 years (in and out of season). I’ve traveled the highways and the byways; the busy Seronera area, the...
NO
The Serengeti was absolutely breathtaking and one of the highlights of our Tanzania journey. The sheer scale of the landscape, the incredible wildlife and the beautiful changing light made every drive feel special. We had some amazing...
HK
Serengeti has an incredible variety of wildlife, and what makes it even more special is that the area still feels wild and untouched, without being overly developed. You can really feel that the local people have a genuine love and respect...
SG
Visiting the Serengeti is an absolute dream come true! Seeing the endless plains stretching out forever and watching the massive herds move across the savannah during the Great Migration is just mind-blowing. It really feels like walking...
This is supposedly the "endless plain" and it certainly stretches for miles. It's savannah which gets very dry in the summer and although overrun with tourists, the guides talk to each other so anything encountered by one safari, gets...