Day 1: Arrival in Arusha 

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you are warmly welcomed and transferred to your deluxe lodge in Arusha. The day is reserved for rest and relaxation after your international journey. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings, lush gardens, and high-quality amenities offered by the lodge. In the evening, meet your professional safari guide for a detailed briefing about the journey ahead. A delicious welcome dinner is served, allowing you to unwind and prepare for the adventure. Overnight in Arusha provides a comfortable start to your safari, ensuring you are refreshed and ready for the days of wildlife exploration to follow.

Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park 

After breakfast, depart Arusha and drive to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its vast elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Upon arrival, enjoy an afternoon game drive through open savannah and riverine habitats. The Tarangire River attracts wildlife throughout the year, offering excellent opportunities to see lions, giraffes, buffalo, zebras, and a wide variety of bird species. The park’s dramatic scenery provides outstanding photographic moments. Later, proceed to your deluxe lodge or luxury tented camp. Dinner and overnight are spent surrounded by nature, listening to the sounds of the African wilderness.

Day 3: Tarangire – Lake Manyara – Ngorongoro Highlands 

After breakfast, depart Tarangire and travel to Lake Manyara National Park for a guided game drive. The park is known for its lush groundwater forests, open plains, and alkaline lake, home to flamingos and other birdlife. Wildlife sightings may include elephants, hippos, buffalo, and the famous tree-climbing lions. After lunch, continue the journey to the Ngorongoro Highlands, ascending into cooler temperatures and scenic landscapes. Arrive at your deluxe lodge near the crater rim, where you can relax, enjoy panoramic views, and savour dinner. Overnight in the Ngorongoro Highlands.

Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater Safari 

Begin the day early with breakfast before descending into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day safari. This natural wildlife sanctuary hosts one of the highest concentrations of animals in Africa, including lions, elephants, buffalo, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, and the rare black rhino. Explore diverse habitats such as grasslands, forests, and soda lakes while enjoying close wildlife encounters. A picnic lunch is served on the crater floor, surrounded by breathtaking scenery. In the late afternoon, ascend back to the crater rim and return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Day 5: Ngorongoro – Serengeti National Park 

After breakfast, depart the Ngorongoro Highlands and drive towards the world-famous Serengeti National Park. The journey offers spectacular views as the landscape opens into vast savannah plains. Upon entering the Serengeti, enjoy an en-route game drive while heading to your lodge or luxury tented camp. The Serengeti is home to large herds of wildebeest and zebra, as well as predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards. After lunch, continue with an afternoon game drive across the plains. Dinner and overnight are spent in the heart of the Serengeti wilderness.

Day 6: Full Day Serengeti Safari 

This day is dedicated to extensive game drives in Serengeti National Park, one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations. After an early breakfast, explore different regions of the park, following wildlife movements and predator activity. The Serengeti offers exceptional opportunities for photography and unforgettable sightings of big cats and large herbivore herds. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush or return to the lodge for a relaxed meal. In the afternoon, continue game viewing across the endless plains. Return to your luxury camp in the evening for dinner and overnight under the African sky.

Day 7: Serengeti Exploration 

After breakfast, continue exploring the Serengeti, focusing on areas with high wildlife activity. Your guide tailors the day’s game drives according to animal movements and your interests, allowing for a more personalised safari experience. This flexible approach increases the chances of witnessing unique wildlife behaviour and capturing outstanding photographs. Enjoy lunch in the bush or at the camp, followed by relaxed afternoon game viewing. The day balances adventure and leisure, giving you time to appreciate the vast landscapes and tranquillity of the Serengeti. Dinner and overnight at your luxury tented camp.

Day 8: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Highlands 

Enjoy a final morning game drive in the Serengeti, taking advantage of the early hours when wildlife is most active. After breakfast, begin the scenic drive back to the Ngorongoro Highlands. Along the way, admire changing landscapes from open plains to rolling hills. Arrive at your deluxe lodge near the crater rim in the afternoon and spend time relaxing, enjoying the cool highland air and stunning views. This peaceful afternoon offers time to reflect on your safari experiences. Dinner and overnight at the lodge provide a comfortable and scenic conclusion to your Serengeti adventure.

Day 9: Ngorongoro – Arusha / Departure 

After breakfast, depart the Ngorongoro Highlands and drive back to Arusha through fertile farmlands and scenic countryside. Depending on time, enjoy optional stops for photography or cultural experiences along the way. Upon arrival in Arusha, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward international flight. This marks the end of your Tanzania Deluxe Safari, leaving you with unforgettable memories of extraordinary wildlife encounters, diverse landscapes, and warm hospitality. The journey concludes with a deep appreciation of Tanzania’s natural beauty and a truly enriching safari experience that will remain with you long after departure.