Overview
Lake Manyara, Serengeti National Park, and Ngorongoro Conservation Area are renowned for their diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes. Lake Manyara is known for its tree-climbing lions and abundant birdlife, while Serengeti is famous for the Great Migration of wildebeest. Ngorongoro, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a volcanic caldera with a high concentration of wildlife, including the “Big Five”.
Highlights
- Exclusive Experiences: Enjoy a hot air balloon safari, private sundowners, bush breakfasts, and private dinners, adding a touch of luxury to your journey.
- Iconic Wildlife: Explore Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire, and Lake Manyara for the Big Five, Great Migration, and diverse birdlife.
- Cultural Immersion: Visit a Maasai village in Ngorongoro, engage with locals in Mto wa Mbu, and tour a coffee plantation in Arusha.
- Scenic Landscapes: From Serengeti’s endless plains to Ngorongoro’s crater, Tarangire’s baobabs, and Lake Manyara’s Rift Valley views, experience Tanzania’s best. Inclusions
- Luxury Accommodations: Stay in premier properties like Four Seasons Serengeti, The Highlands Ngorongoro, and Gran Melia Arusha, offering top-tier amenities and service.
Itinerary
2:00 PM – Arrival in Arusha
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). A private driver will transfer you to Gran Melia Arusha, a luxury hotel in the heart of Arusha with views of Mount Meru.
3:00 PM – Check-In & Relaxation
Settle into your elegant room at Gran Melia Arusha. Enjoy the hotel’s amenities, such as the infinity pool or a welcome massage at the spa (included in your package).
7:00 PM – Welcome Dinner
Dine at the hotel’s rooftop restaurant, savoring a 3-course meal of Tanzanian and international cuisine with Mount Meru as your backdrop. Overnight at Gran Melia Arusha.
7:00 AM – Breakfast
Have breakfast at Gran Melia Arusha, featuring fresh tropical fruits and made-to-order dishes.
8:00 AM – Drive to Tarangire (2.5 Hours)
Drive to Tarangire National Park in a luxury 4x4 Landcruiser with a pop-up roof (1 vehicle per 6-7 people, additional vehicles as needed).
10:30 AM – Arrival & Check-In
Check into Tarangire Ndovu Tented Lodge, a luxury tented camp with spacious tents, private decks, and views of the park’s baobab-dotted landscape.
11:00 AM – Morning Game Drive (2 Hours)
Start a game drive in Tarangire, known for its large elephant herds (up to 300) and iconic baobab trees. Spot four of the Big Five—lions, elephants, buffaloes, and leopards—along with zebras, giraffes, and over 550 bird species like the kori bustard.
1:00 PM – Gourmet Lunch
Return to Tarangire Ndovu for a gourmet lunch, featuring farm-to-table Tanzanian dishes, served on your private deck.
3:00 PM – Afternoon Game Drive (3 Hours)
Continue your game drive, exploring the Tarangire River, a magnet for wildlife. Look for leopards in trees and rare species like the fringe-eared oryx.
6:00 PM – Sundowner Experience
Enjoy a private sundowner in the bush, sipping champagne as the sun sets over the savannah, a luxury touch unique to this tour.
7:00 PM – Dinner & Overnight
Return to Tarangire Ndovu for a candlelit dinner, enjoying a 4-course meal with paired wines. Overnight in your luxury tent.
7:00 AM – Breakfast
Have breakfast at Tarangire Ndovu, enjoying views of the park.
8:00 AM – Drive to Lake Manyara (2 Hours)
Drive to Lake Manyara National Park, known for its tree-climbing lions and flamingo-filled lake.
10:00 AM – Game Drive (3 Hours)
Embark on a game drive in Lake Manyara, spotting four of the Big Five (lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards), giraffes, hippos, and over 400 bird species, including pelicans and storks, amidst groundwater forests and acacia woodlands.
1:00 PM – Check-In & Lunch
Check into Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge, a luxury lodge with panoramic views of the Rift Valley. Enjoy a gourmet lunch overlooking the lake.
3:00 PM – Mto wa Mbu Cultural Visit
Visit the nearby town of Mto wa Mbu for a cultural experience. Tour a local banana plantation, interact with the Chaga and other tribes, and join a cooking demonstration to make a traditional dish like ugali with vegetable stew.
5:30 PM – Return to Lodge
Return to Lake Manyara Serena, relaxing by the infinity pool or enjoying a cocktail at the bar.
7:00 PM – Dinner & Overnight
Dine at the lodge’s restaurant, savoring a fusion of Tanzanian and international cuisine. Overnight in your luxury room.
7:00 AM – Breakfast & Check-Out
Have breakfast at Lake Manyara Serena, then check out.
8:00 AM – Drive to Serengeti (4 Hours)
Drive to Serengeti National Park, passing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area with scenic views. Stop for a packed gourmet lunch en route.
12:00 PM – Arrival & Check-In
Check into Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti, a luxury lodge in the heart of the park with an infinity pool overlooking a waterhole.
1:00 PM – Relaxation
Settle into your luxury suite and relax, perhaps with a dip in the pool or a spa treatment (additional cost).
3:00 PM – Afternoon Game Drive (3 Hours)
Take a game drive in the Serengeti, known for its endless plains. Spot lions, elephants, giraffes, and if in season, the Great Migration herds (July-October).
6:00 PM – Return to Lodge
Return to Four Seasons as the sun sets, offering breathtaking views.
7:00 PM – Dinner & Overnight
Enjoy a gourmet dinner at the lodge, with panoramic views of the Serengeti. Overnight in your suite.
6:00 AM – Morning Game Drive (3 Hours)
Embark on an early game drive in the Seronera Valley, a hotspot for big cats. Look for cheetahs, leopards, and lion prides, plus over 500 bird species like ostriches and secretary birds.
9:00 AM – Breakfast in the Bush
Enjoy a luxury bush breakfast with linen tablecloths, set up in a scenic spot, surrounded by wildlife.
10:00 AM – Continue Game Drive
Resume your game drive, visiting areas like the Grumeti River (if in migration season) or the kopjes (rocky outcrops) for leopard sightings.
1:00 PM – Picnic Lunch
Break for a gourmet picnic lunch near a waterhole, possibly with elephants drinking nearby, complete with shaded seating and chilled drinks.
2:00 PM – Afternoon Game Drive
Continue exploring, spotting hyenas, jackals, and more birdlife.
5:00 PM – Return to Lodge
Return to Four Seasons for relaxation, perhaps with a cocktail at the poolside bar.
7:00 PM – Dinner & Overnight
Dine at the lodge’s restaurant, enjoying a 4-course meal with paired wines. Overnight in your suite.
5:00 AM – Hot Air Balloon Safari
Experience a luxury hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti (included in the package). Soar above the plains at sunrise, spotting wildlife from above, followed by a champagne breakfast in the bush upon landing.
9:00 AM – Return to Lodge
Return to Four Seasons for relaxation or a brief rest.
11:00 AM – Morning Game Drive (2 Hours)
Take a shorter game drive to catch any wildlife you may have missed, such as a pride of lions or a herd of wildebeest.
1:00 PM – Lunch at the Lodge
Enjoy a gourmet lunch at Four Seasons, with views of the waterhole.
3:00 PM – Afternoon at Leisure
Spend the afternoon relaxing—opt for a spa treatment (additional cost), swim in the infinity pool, or enjoy a private yoga session (included).
7:00 PM – Dinner & Overnight
Dine under the stars at a private bush dinner setup, a luxury highlight of your Serengeti stay. Overnight in your suite.
7:00 AM – Breakfast & Check-Out
Have breakfast at Four Seasons, then check out.
8:00 AM – Drive to Ngorongoro Crater (4 Hours)
Drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with scenic views of the Great Rift Valley.
12:00 PM – Arrival & Check-In
Check into The Highlands Ngorongoro, a luxury camp with dome-shaped suites offering panoramic views of the crater rim.
1:00 PM – Gourmet Lunch
Enjoy a gourmet lunch at The Highlands, with views of the surrounding landscape.
2:30 PM – Crater Game Drive (3 Hours)
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, for a game drive. This 260 km² caldera hosts the Big Five, including a dense population of lions and rare black rhinos, offering a better chance to see all five compared to parks like Tarangire. Spot flamingos on Lake Magadi and hippos in the pools.
5:30 PM – Return to Camp
Return to The Highlands as the sun sets over the crater.
7:00 PM – Dinner & Overnight
Dine at the camp’s restaurant, enjoying a 4-course meal with paired wines. Overnight in your luxury dome suite.
6:00 AM – Morning Game Drive (3 Hours)
Return to the Ngorongoro Crater for another game drive, focusing on areas you may have missed, such as the Lerai Forest for leopards or the Gorigor Swamp for waterbucks.
9:00 AM – Breakfast in the Crater
Enjoy a luxury bush breakfast in the crater, surrounded by wildlife.
10:00 AM – Continue Game Drive
Resume your game drive, capturing more photos of the Big Five and the crater’s dramatic landscapes.
1:00 PM – Picnic Lunch
Break for a gourmet picnic lunch in the crater, set up with shaded seating and chilled drinks.
2:00 PM – Maasai Village Visit
Visit a Maasai village in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Learn how they coexist with wildlife, graze cattle alongside zebras, and maintain traditions like beadwork and storytelling. Participate in a traditional dance.
4:30 PM – Return to Camp
Return to The Highlands for relaxation, perhaps with a hot shower in your dome suite.
7:00 PM – Dinner & Overnight
Dine at the camp, enjoying a private dinner setup with crater views. Overnight in your dome suite.
7:00 AM – Breakfast & Check-Out
Have breakfast at The Highlands, then check out.
8:00 AM – Drive to Lake Manyara (2 Hours)
Drive back to Lake Manyara National Park for a final game drive.
10:00 AM – Game Drive (3 Hours)
Explore Lake Manyara again, focusing on its tree-climbing lions, flamingo-filled lake (seasonal), and diverse birdlife. Spot elephants, giraffes, and hippos in the groundwater forests.
1:00 PM – Check-In & Lunch
Return to Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge for a gourmet lunch, enjoying the same luxury accommodations as earlier.
3:00 PM – Afternoon at Leisure
Spend the afternoon relaxing—lounge by the pool, enjoy a spa treatment (additional cost), or take a guided nature walk around the lodge (included).
7:00 PM – Dinner & Overnight
Dinner at the lodge, savoring a farewell dinner with Rift Valley views. Overnight in your luxury room.
7:00 AM – Breakfast & Check-Out
Have breakfast at Lake Manyara Serena, then check out.
8:00 AM – Drive to Arusha (2 Hours)
Drive back to Arusha, stopping en route for a cultural experience.
9:30 AM – Coffee Plantation Tour
Visit a coffee plantation near Arusha to learn about Tanzania’s coffee production. Tour the farm, participate in a bean-roasting session, and enjoy a fresh cup of coffee while learning about its cultural significance in the region.
11:30 AM – Arrival & Check-In
Return to Gran Melia Arusha for your final night, settling back into your luxury room.
1:00 PM – Lunch
Enjoy a gourmet lunch at the hotel’s rooftop restaurant, with views of Mount Meru.
3:00 PM – Afternoon at Leisure
Spend the afternoon relaxing—opt for a spa treatment (included), swim in the infinity pool, or explore Arusha’s local markets with a guide (optional, additional cost).
7:00 PM – Farewell Dinner
Dine at Gran Melia’s fine-dining restaurant, enjoying a 5-course meal with paired wines to celebrate your safari journey. Overnight at Gran Melia Arusha.
7:30 AM – Breakfast
Have a final breakfast at Gran Melia Arusha, soaking in the views.
9:00 AM – Check-Out & Transfer
Check out and transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), a 1-hour drive, for your onward flight.
10:30 AM – Departure
Depart from Kilimanjaro International Airport, concluding your luxury safari
Includes/Excludes
Cost Includes
- -Park entry fees and Crater fees (24hrs single entry)
- -Professional English-Speaking Driver guide
- – A Friendly, Experienced and Passionate Driver Guide expert at a wide variety of skills: Flora and Fauna, Tanzania’s cultural and natural history
- 4X4 Custom built – Toyota Land cruiser
- – Pop-up Roof, Opening Sliding windows, Seat Belts, Heavy duty wheels, and Extra Fuel tanks
- – Refrigerator for cooling drinks, one pair of binoculars per couple, Eco friendly Trash Bag,
- – Wi-Fi on board during safari, Charging Outlets type Plug G for charging Cameras and smart phones
Cost Excludes
- International flights (from/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and after safari
- Tips.
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees,etc)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Alcohol drinks
- Travel insurance and medical repatriation
- Beverage in the accommodation you will be staying
FREQUENTLY ASSKED QUESTIONS
Serengeti: The dry season (June to October) is ideal for the Great Migration, but the Serengeti also offers excellent wildlife viewing throughout the year, especially until February,
Ngorongoro Crater: The dry season (June to October) is generally the best for wildlife viewing, but the crater’s unique ecosystem offers a diverse array of wildlife throughout the year
Lake Manyara: The dry season (June to October) is good for wildlife, but the park’s unique features like tree-climbing lions and birdlife make it attractive year-round,
Serengeti: Known for the Great Migration of wildebeest and zebras, the Serengeti also boasts a diverse range of wildlife, including lions, leopards, cheetahs, and more,
Ngorongoro Crater: A wildlife haven with high concentrations of animals, including the “Big Five,” black rhinos, and various bird species
Lake Manyara: Famous for its tree-climbing lions, abundant birdlife, and unique landscape, Lake Manyara offers a different safari experience than the other parks,