Day 1: Arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport – Transfer to Arusha
Your Luxury Tanzania Safari begins at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you’ll be welcomed by your guide and transferred to Arusha. After check-in at Arusha Planet Lodge, you can unwind and enjoy the lodge’s serene environment. If time allows, take a stroll around this lively city, the gateway to Tanzania’s Northern Safari Circuit. Dinner and overnight stay prepare you for the adventure ahead.
Overnight Stay: Arusha Planet Lodge
Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park – Elephant Paradise
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and giant baobab trees. On your game drive, look out for lions, zebras, giraffes, wildebeests, and more. Tarangire is also a haven for bird enthusiasts, with over 500 species recorded. As the sun sets, return to Heart and Soul Lodge for dinner and overnight rest.
Overnight Stay: Heart and Soul Lodge
Day 3: Full-Day Game Drive in Central Serengeti – Big Cat Encounters
Today you’ll venture into the Serengeti, Tanzania’s most iconic safari destination. After breakfast, enjoy a full-day game drive in the Central Serengeti, known for its predator-rich Seronera Valley. Lions, leopards, and cheetahs roam these grasslands alongside massive herds of buffalo, antelope, and elephants. With your expert guide, explore different habitats and enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your afternoon drive.
Overnight Stay: Into Wild Africa
Day 4: Transfer to Western Serengeti – Witness the Grumeti River Crossing
After breakfast, journey westward toward the Western Serengeti, home to the dramatic Grumeti River. This is where the Great Migration unfolds, with thousands of wildebeests and zebras braving crocodile-infested waters. Witness one of the most thrilling spectacles of the natural world as predators and prey collide. Later, check in to Lahia Tented Lodge and relax while surrounded by the sounds of the wild.
Overnight Stay: Lahia Tented Lodge
Day 5: Full-Day Safari in Western Serengeti – Migration & Predators
Dedicate your day to exploring the Western Serengeti. Your guide will track the herds near the Grumeti River, ensuring you get the best chance to witness the migration crossing. Alongside this spectacle, expect to see predators such as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas on the hunt. Picnic lunch in the bush gives you time to soak in the breathtaking scenery before returning to camp for dinner.
Day 6: Western Serengeti Game Drive – Insights into the Migration
Another day in the Western Serengeti gives you the chance to follow the wildebeest herds and learn more about the migration cycle. The landscape is alive with activity, from grazing antelopes to prowling predators. Your guide will share insights into the seasonal movements and survival strategies of these animals. Afternoon game drives provide more opportunities for unforgettable sightings.
Overnight Stay: Lahia Tented Lodge
Day 7: Western Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After breakfast, begin your transfer game drive from the Western Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, you’ll pass through beautiful landscapes filled with wildlife. Arriving at the crater rim, enjoy panoramic views of the caldera before settling into your camp. The evening offers time to relax and prepare for tomorrow’s crater descent.
Overnight Stay: Embalakai Ngorongoro Camp
Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive – Return to Kilimanjaro Airport
Your final day is a highlight of this Luxury Tanzania Safari. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World.” Here, you’ll find one of the densest concentrations of wildlife in Africa, including lions, elephants, hippos, and the endangered black rhino. After a full morning game drive and picnic lunch, begin your return journey to Kilimanjaro Airport for departure.
