About the Safari

From $21,250 to $31,000 per Person

Tanzania’s game reserves boast some of the greatest wildlife concentrations anywhere in Africa. On the sweeping plains of the Serengeti, over two million wildebeest and zebra move in rhythm with the seasons, tracing ancient migration routes while predators follow in relentless pursuit.
Across this vast and varied landscape, animals by the millions roam freely through protected areas devoted entirely to conservation. Names like Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro are etched into safari history—this is where the very concept of safari was born.

Your journey reaches its pinnacle in Volcanoes National Park, where you’ll trek deep into mist-shrouded rainforest for a rare, humbling encounter with the magnificent mountain gorillas—an experience that stays with you forever.

Daily Itinerary

Your trip is 100% customizable. The following itinerary provides a starting point to craft your own journey.

Day 1

Arusha

Upon arrival in Kilimanjaro you are met and transferred to your lodge.

Arusha, Tanzania

Welcome to a vibrant city nestled at the foot of Mount Meru in Tanzania. Arusha is a bustling hub of culture, adventure, and natural beauty. Explore the colorful markets, taste the delicious local cuisine, and immerse yourself in the warm hospitality of the locals. From thrilling safaris in nearby national parks to breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro,...

Day 2

Tarangire National Park

This morning you are collected from your hotel by your private safari guide who will give you a full safari briefing before heading off to Tarangire National Park. The drive to the Park entrance is approximately 2 hours. After your guide takes care of entrance formalities, you enter the Park en route to your camp. At this point timing is flexible as you stop for wildlife you encounter on the way....

Day 3

Tarangire National Park

On safari in Tarangire National Park

Join your experienced, professional guide as you explore further into Tarangire, the sixth largest national park in Tanzania. The park is famous for its huge number of elephants, baobab trees and tree climbing lions. Visitors to the park can expect to see any number of resident zebra and wildebeest in addition to the less common animals. Other common animals include waterbuck, giraffe, and olive baboons....

Day 4

Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast you will drive to Lake Manyara National Park, departing with packed lunch. Enjoy a game drive in the Park, famed for its tree climbing lions and flamingoes on the lake! Later drive to your lodge near the Ngorongoro Crater.

Ngorongoro Crater

Located in Northern Tanzania, the Ngorongoro Crater is best known for its natural beauty and abundance of diverse wildlife; which makes it one of Africa’s most popular safari...

Day 5

Ngorongoro Crater

On safari in the Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast drive into the Crater for a full day safari with a boxed lunch.

The largest unbroken caldera in the world, Ngorongoro Crater was formed nearly 2.5 million years ago. The 100 square mile crater floor contains one of the highest concentrations of predators in Africa who are drawn by the large herds of prey animals. Although the crater is dominated by lions and...

Day 6

Northern Serengeti

Time permitting you will enjoy a morning game viewing activity followed by breakfast before being transferred to the airstrip in time for your flight.

You are met at your airstrip and taken to your camp. Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife en route!

Northern Serengeti National Park

The vast, rolling savannah of the Northern Serengeti, is known as the hub of the great migration. The landscape is characterised by vast stretches...

Days 7 - 9

Northern Serengeti

On safari in the Serengeti National Park

You spend your time on safari in the Serengeti.
As large as the state of Connecticut, the Serengeti is most famous for its seasonal migration of wildlife that traverse the length of the Serengeti in search of fresh grazing, closely followed by a host of predators including lion, cheetah, leopard and hyena – literally “a moving feast.” This mass concentration of wildlife and the...

Day 10

Volcanoes National Park

Time permitting you will enjoy a morning game viewing activity followed by breakfast before being transferred to the airstrip in time for your flight.

Arrive at Kigali International Airport in Rwanda and finalizing entry formalities, you are welcomed by your guide who will transfer you to Volcanoes National Park. The journey goes through the beautiful terraced hillsides that show much of Rwanda’s landscape, gradually climbing to the base of the awesome...

Day 11

Volcanoes National Park

Gorilla Trekking

Today you will get up early and drive to Volcanoes National Park in Ruhengeri. Visit the ORTPN offices for briefing after which you set off into the forest in search of the Gorillas. A thrilling trek through the refined foothills of the Virungas led by an experienced ranger guide provides inspiring views in all directions. The rain forest is alive with calls of colorful birds and chattering of the...

Day 12

Volcanoes National Park

Additional Day of Gorilla Trekking

A second day of Gorilla Trekking in the Volcanoes National Park. The hike through the light mountain forest on the slopes of the Virunga range, is a magical experience. Once you reach the gorillas, you can spend approximately an hour with them.

Day 13

Depart

Today you will drive back to Kigali. Enjoy the beautiful scenery on the way. Alternatively, you may choose to fly from Volcanoes to Kigali by private helicopter (extra cost).

In Kigali you will be taken on a city tour which includes a visit to the Genocide Museum in the suburb of Gisozi.

In the evening depart for the Airport for your flight.

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