7-Day Best of the Wild Luxury Safari

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your guide and transferred to your accommodation in Arusha. If time allows, you may enjoy an optional city tour, exploring local highlights such as the Cultural Heritage Centre, vibrant local markets, and the Maasai market. This offers a great introduction to the culture and atmosphere of Arusha before you relax and settle in at your lodge.

Accommodation: Gran Meliá Arusha
Meals: Dinner

Your safari adventure begins today! After an early breakfast, you’ll be picked up from your accommodation at 7:45 a.m. and drive approximately two hours to Tarangire National Park. Renowned for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees, the park offers diverse landscapes ranging from open savannahs to seasonal swamps and the wildlife-rich Tarangire River.

Enjoy an exciting game drive in an open-roof safari vehicle, with opportunities to spot giraffes, zebras, impalas, lions, leopards, elephants, elands, warthogs, and a variety of birdlife. Stop for a scenic picnic lunch before continuing your exploration. In the evening, transfer to your lodge for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay.

Accommodation: Lake Burunge Baobab Tented Lodge
Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Accommodation: Kitela Lodge
Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

After breakfast, depart for the legendary Serengeti National Park. The 4–5 hour drive winds through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands and opens onto the expansive Serengeti plains, offering rewarding wildlife sightings along the way.

Weather permitting, stop briefly at the Ngorongoro Crater Viewpoint to admire the breathtaking caldera. Enjoy a picnic lunch amidst the region’s striking landscapes before entering the park for an afternoon game drive, exploring the Serengeti’s abundant wildlife and iconic scenery. In the evening, arrive at your lodge or tented camp for dinner and a peaceful overnight stay in the heart of this world-famous wilderness.

Accommodation: Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge
Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Enjoy a full day of wildlife adventure in Serengeti National Park! From sunrise to sunset, embark on thrilling game drives across the vast plains in search of the legendary Big Five—lions, elephants, leopards, buffaloes, and rhinos.

Keep an eye out for the park’s rich birdlife, with over 500 species inhabiting the Serengeti. As the sun sets over the savannah, return to your lodge or tented camp for a delicious dinner and a restful overnight stay.

For an extra-special experience, consider adding a hot-air balloon safari or a guided walking safari for a unique perspective of the Serengeti (additional cost applies).

Accommodation: Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge
Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

After breakfast, depart for the iconic Ngorongoro Crater, enjoying approximately three hours of scenic wildlife viewing along the way. The crater, one of Africa’s most spectacular natural wonders, is home to an incredible diversity of animals, including the endangered black rhino.

Spend 5–6 hours exploring the crater floor, taking in the breathtaking landscapes and observing lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, and a variety of bird species in their natural habitat. In the evening, return to your lodge for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay.

Accommodation: Kitela Lodge
Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

After breakfast, conclude your unforgettable safari adventure with a scenic transfer back to Arusha. From here, continue to your next destination or head home, with our team ensuring a smooth and seamless journey according to your schedule.

Take some leisure time to explore Arusha’s local markets for unique souvenirs or enjoy a peaceful stroll through the town’s charming streets. As you say goodbye, reflect on the extraordinary wildlife encounters, stunning landscapes, and cherished memories created during your safari, carrying the spirit of Tanzania’s natural wonders with you forever.

Meals: Breakfast