7 DAYS LUXURY LODGE SAFARI

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha – Welcome to Tanzania

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your professional safari guide and transferred to a luxury lodge in Arusha. Nestled at the foothills of Mount Meru, Arusha is the gateway to Tanzania’s northern safari circuit.

Relax after your journey, enjoy the tranquil surroundings, and prepare for the adventure ahead. Depending on your arrival time, you may explore the lodge grounds or unwind with a spa treatment.

Accommodation: Luxury lodge in Arusha
Meals: Dinner

Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, approximately a 2–3 hour scenic drive.

Tarangire is famous for its ancient baobab trees, large elephant herds, and rich wildlife concentrations, especially during the dry season. Enjoy your first game drive through the park, spotting lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and an abundance of birdlife.

In the afternoon, head to your luxury lodge or tented camp overlooking the savannah for relaxation and sundowners.

Accommodation: Luxury lodge/tented camp in Tarangire
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Tarangire – Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park, a compact yet diverse park nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment.

Enjoy a full-day game drive through lush groundwater forests, open plains, and the lakeshore. The park is known for its tree-climbing lions, large troops of baboons, hippos, and seasonal flocks of flamingos.

Later in the day, transfer to a luxury lodge set along the escarpment with breathtaking views of the lake below.

Accommodation: Luxury lodge near Lake Manyara
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Lake Manyara – Central Serengeti

After breakfast, journey toward the legendary Serengeti National Park. The drive takes you through the Ngorongoro Highlands, offering spectacular landscapes and cultural glimpses of Maasai communities.

Arrive in the Serengeti in time for an afternoon game drive. The endless plains are home to abundant wildlife, including lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, and vast herds of wildebeest and zebras.

Settle into your luxury tented camp, where comfort meets the wild.

Accommodation: Luxury tented camp in Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Full Day in Serengeti National Park

Spend a full day exploring the vast plains of Serengeti National Park with morning and afternoon game drives.

Depending on the season, you may witness the Great Migration, one of the most spectacular wildlife events on Earth. Even outside migration periods, the Serengeti offers exceptional predator sightings and diverse ecosystems.

Optional experiences include a sunrise hot air balloon safari followed by a champagne bush breakfast.

Return to camp for relaxation, fine dining, and an evening under the African sky.

Accommodation: Luxury tented camp in Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After breakfast and a final morning game drive, depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Arrive at the crater rim in the afternoon, where you’ll be greeted with breathtaking views of the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera. Spend the evening relaxing at your luxury lodge perched on the rim, offering spectacular sunset views.

Accommodation: Luxury lodge on Ngorongoro Crater rim
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater Tour – Departure

Early morning descent into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive.

The crater is home to an incredible density of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffalo, hippos, and the rare black rhino. This is one of the best places in Africa to see the Big Five in a single day.

After a picnic lunch on the crater floor, ascend and drive back to Arusha, where you will be transferred to the airport for your onward journey.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

✔️ Package Inclusions

• All Park Entrance Fees
  Conservation and park fees for Serengeti National Park, Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, and Lake Manyara National Park.
• Luxury Accommodation
  Handpicked luxury lodges and tented camps as per the itinerary, offering premium comfort, en-suite facilities, and exceptional service.
• All Meals
  Full-board meals during the safari (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner), including bush lunches and picnic meals during game drives.
• Private 4x4 Safari Vehicle
  Exclusive use of a customized safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for optimal game viewing and photography.
• Professional Safari Guide
  Services of an experienced, English-speaking driver-guide with in-depth knowledge of wildlife and the region.
• Game Drives & Activities
  All scheduled game drives as outlined in the itinerary.
• Airport Transfers
  Pick-up and drop-off at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfers in Arusha.
• Bottled Drinking Water
  Complimentary mineral water provided daily during safari drives.
• Government Taxes & VAT
  All applicable taxes and levies included in the package price.

❌ Package Exclusions

• International & Domestic Flights
  Airfare to and from Tanzania and any internal flights unless specified.
• Visa Fees
  Entry visa to Tanzania (if required).
• Travel Insurance
  Personal travel, medical, and evacuation insurance.
• Optional Activities
  Activities not mentioned in the itinerary such as hot air balloon safari in the Serengeti, cultural visits, or spa treatments.
• Alcoholic & Premium Beverages
  Drinks not included unless specified by the lodge.
• Personal Expenses
  Laundry, telephone calls, souvenirs, and other personal items.
• Tips & Gratuities
  Tips for guides, drivers, and lodge staff (recommended but not mandatory).
• Additional Accommodation
  Pre- or post-safari accommodation in Arusha (unless requested and added).