8 Days Tanzania Luxury Safari Experience

Start & End: Arusha, Tanzania
Destinations: Arusha – Tarangire – Ngorongoro – Serengeti – Lake Manyara – Arusha
Style: High-End Lodges & Tented Camps | Private Guided Safari

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha – Welcome to Tanzania

Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, a private driver-guide will greet you and escort you to your luxury lodge nestled on the outskirts of Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, relax in lush gardens, enjoy a spa treatment, or explore nearby coffee plantations.

Accommodation: Legendary Lodge / Arusha Coffee Lodge
Highlights: Personal welcome, relaxation, luxury retreat
What to Expect: Smooth arrival, personalized service, peaceful surroundings

Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park

After a gourmet breakfast, depart in your private safari vehicle for Tarangire National Park, known for its dense elephant population and iconic baobab trees. Enjoy a luxury picnic lunch and a full day of game viewing. Arrive at your elegant safari lodge overlooking the savannah just in time for sundowners.

Accommodation: Tarangire Treetops by Elewana / Lemala Mpingo Ridge
Highlights: Elephant herds, baobabs, dramatic scenery
What to Expect: Exceptional game drives, romantic bush ambiance

Day 3: Full Day in Tarangire – Walking Safari & Game Drives

Spend a full day exploring Tarangire’s remote wilderness. In addition to traditional game drives, enjoy a guided walking safari for a more intimate encounter with the land and wildlife. Return to your lodge for an outdoor dinner under the stars, complete with Maasai entertainment.

Accommodation: Tarangire Treetops by Elewana / Lemala Mpingo Ridge
Highlights: Walking safari, giraffes, lions, sunset over the plains
What to Expect: Immersive nature experience, close-up wildlife moments

Day 4: Tarangire to Ngorongoro Highlands

After breakfast, begin your journey toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Stop at a traditional Maasai village en route, then ascend into the lush, forested highlands surrounding the Ngorongoro Crater. Arrive at your luxurious lodge with sweeping views of the crater rim.

Accommodation: Neptune Ngorongoro Luxury Lodge / &Beyond Crater Lodge
Highlights: Maasai culture, scenic drive, crater views
What to Expect: Cultural immersion, high-altitude beauty, cozy luxury

Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater Safari

Descend early into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and natural wonder. Spend the day on a luxury game drive searching for rhinos, lions, and elephants. Enjoy a gourmet bush lunch by a hippo pool before ascending back to your lodge for a serene evening.

Accommodation: Neptune Ngorongoro Luxury Lodge / &Beyond Crater Lodge
Highlights: Big Five sightings, dramatic landscapes, rare species
What to Expect: One of Africa’s best safari days, high wildlife density

Day 6: Ngorongoro to Central Serengeti

After breakfast, set out for the Serengeti via the endless plains of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Enjoy a scenic drive and game viewing en route before arriving at your luxurious tented camp in the heart of the Serengeti. Settle in and head out for an afternoon game drive.

Accommodation: Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti / Lemala Nanyukie Lodge
Highlights: Journey across wild plains, first views of Serengeti wildlife
What to Expect: Safari luxury in the wild, possible big cat sightings

Day 7: Full Day Serengeti Safari – Hot Air Balloon Optional

Today, indulge in a full day of Serengeti exploration. Optionally begin your day with a sunrise hot air balloon safari, followed by a champagne bush breakfast (optional, at extra cost). Game drives focus on big cats, elephants, and the famous migration herds depending on the season. Return to camp for relaxation and dinner under the stars.

Accommodation: Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti / Lemala Nanyukie Lodge
Highlights: Big cats, great migration (seasonal), hot air balloon safari
What to Expect: Unforgettable wildlife encounters, refined wilderness comfort

Day 8: Serengeti to Arusha – Departure

Enjoy a final early morning game drive or relaxed breakfast at camp. Then, board a scheduled flight from Serengeti to Arusha Airport. On arrival, a driver will transfer you to a day room or directly to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your international departure. Optional souvenir shopping can be arranged.

Accommodation (Day Room): Arusha Coffee Lodge (if required)
Highlights: Scenic flight over the savannah
What to Expect: Smooth return, relaxed end to a luxury safari