10-Day Ultimate Luxury Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Zanzibar
Go on a 10-day journey of discovery through Tanzania’s most famous wildlife areas and unwind with a luxurious stay on the pristine beaches of Zanzibar. This comprehensive safari combines exhilarating game drives in Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater with the ultimate relaxation in Zanzibar. Experience the best of African wildlife and scenery, followed by a rejuvenating island escape, all while enjoying the finest accommodations and services.
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you will be welcomed and transferred to a luxury hotel in Arusha. Spend the day at leisure, enjoying the hotel’s amenities or an optional tour of the city. Relax and prepare for the adventure ahead.
Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, travel to Tarangire National Park. Known for its large elephant herds and majestic baobab trees, enjoy your first game drive in the afternoon. Stay at a luxury lodge within the park, experiencing the first night surrounded by nature.
Day 3: Explore Tarangire National Park
Spend a full day in Tarangire, exploring diverse areas of the park. Morning and afternoon game drives offer opportunities to see large numbers of elephants, as well as lions, leopards, and an incredible variety of birds. Enjoy luxury accommodation and dine under the stars.
Day 4: Tarangire to Serengeti National Park
Depart for the Serengeti National Park via a scenic flight. The Serengeti is renowned for its large predator population and the Great Migration of wildebeest and zebras. Afternoon game drive upon arrival, then relax at a premier lodge in the heart of the park.
Day 5 & 6: Serengeti National Park
Two full days of game viewing in the Serengeti. Explore different regions, witnessing the diversity of wildlife and possibly catching the migration in action. Luxurious lodge stays ensure comfort and superb viewing of the surrounding landscape.
Day 7: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
Travel to Ngorongoro, viewing game along the way. Check into a luxury lodge on the crater rim. Enjoy a late afternoon nature walk or relax with spa treatments, enjoying the panoramic views.
Day 8: Explore Ngorongoro Crater
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day safari. This conservation area is known for its vibrant wildlife and is one of the best places in Africa to see the Big Five. After a picnic lunch on the crater floor, return to the lodge for dinner.
Day 9: Ngorongoro to Zanzibar
After breakfast, fly to Zanzibar for the final leg of your journey. Check into a luxury beach resort and spend the afternoon relaxing by the Indian Ocean. Enjoy fine dining with fresh seafood and local spices.
Day 10: Zanzibar Leisure Day
Spend a full day at leisure in Zanzibar. Relax on the white sandy beaches, opt for a spice farm tour, or explore the historic Stone Town. Enjoy the amenities of your luxury resort, perhaps ending with a sunset dhow cruise.
Day 11: Departure from Zanzibar
Enjoy breakfast at the resort before your transfer to Zanzibar International Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your luxurious Tanzanian adventure.
Inclusives:
Luxurious accommodations throughout the safari and beach stay.
All meals, including gourmet dining experiences.
All park entrance fees and conservation charges.
Professional guide and private safari vehicle.
Domestic flights within Tanzania.
All transfers, including to/from airports.
Optional cultural tours and nature walks.
Comprehensive travel and medical insurance.
Exclusives:
International airfares.
Travel insurance.
Visa fees.
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, tips, alcoholic beverages, and laundry.
Sleeping bags and other personal camping gear.
Optional activities and excursions not mentioned in the itinerary.