Experience the Ultimate Luxury Safari in Tanzania

6 Days
From $0
Activity Level
Light
Transport
4X4 Land cruiser
Comfort Level
Mid Range

Trip Overview

Experience the best of Tanzania with our exclusive safari. The tour, departing between January and May or in November/December, will take you to the Lake Manyara National Park on Day 2.

Day 1: Begin your journey with a warm welcome to Tanzania

Day 2: Explore the beauty of Lake Manyara National Park OR visit Tarangire National Park

Day 3: Take a scenic drive to the Serengeti

Day 4: Spend a whole day exploring the Serengeti National Park with game drives

Day 5: Continue game drives in the Serengeti and take a tour of the Ngorongoro Crater

Day 6: Depart or extend your tour for more adventures

Itinerary

Begin Your Adventure in Tanzania - Day 1

You will be picked up from Kilimanjaro International Airport and transported to your lodge for the night.

Meals included: No Meals
Accommodation: Arumeru River Lodge /Lake Duluti Lodge (luxury)
Day 2A: Visit to Lake Manyara National Park

On Day 2A, embark on a drive to the “Mto wa Mbu” village for a cultural tour that explores the local farming community. You will visit farms, schools, churches, and markets and interact with the 18,000 residents of this area, who come from 120 different tribes. Witness the skilled Makonde carpenters as they craft intricate wooden household items, masks, and figurines. Take the opportunity to visit local markets and put your bargaining skills to use when buying produce, meats, and spices from the vendors’ stalls. Lake Manyara National Park, though one of the smallest in Tanzania, is home to the only evergreen forest in the country, which is home to baboons and a variety of water birds such as flamingos and pelicans. Additionally, it is a popular spot for migratory birds, such as the grey-headed kingfisher, and is known for its tree-climbing lions. Note: Tours departing between June and October will visit Tarangire National Park.

Meals included: No Meals
Accommodation: No accmmodation
Day 2B: Excursion to Tarangire National Park

Begin your morning with a game drive in Tarangire National Park, which is renowned for its large herds of elephants that congregate at the Tarangire River to drink. For bird enthusiasts, this park offers a wealth of opportunities with over 500 bird species to observe. Additionally, Tarangire is the only place in Tanzania where you can spot the gerenuk and oryx, and it boasts one of the largest wildlife populations in the country outside of the Serengeti.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Escarpment Luxury Lodge
Day 3: Journey through the Serengeti

Take a visit to the Serengeti National Park, a tour highlight known for its vast wild game population and pristine ecosystem. The park is divided into three sections: the North (Lobo area), South (Seronera Valley), and West corridor. The North area is particularly notable for the great wildebeest migration, one of the most awe-inspiring natural events in the world. After your visit, return to your hotel for the evening.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: No accmmodation
Day 4: Full-Day Game Drives in the Serengeti National Park

Spend a full day exploring the Serengeti with close-up encounters during the game drives in the wild. To make the most of this experience, set off early in the morning when most predators are active and hunting. Visit the Seronera Valley, known for its lions and mongooses. A pre-packed picnic lunch will be provided during the day.

Optional Activity: Hot Air Balloon Safari Take a Hot Air Balloon Safari to float over the stunning scenery of the Serengeti from a bird’s-eye view. This activity is best done early in the morning while it is still dark to see nocturnal animals heading to water shores to drink. Enjoy a bush breakfast with champagne in the middle of the park. This optional activity costs US$500 per person.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Tortilis Camp
Day 5: Game Drives in the Serengeti National Park and Exploration of the Ngorongoro Crater

On Day 5, begin your morning with a game drive as you leave the Serengeti National Park and head towards the Ngorongoro Crater for an afternoon game drive. The crater is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including cheetahs, jackals, Thompson’s gazelles, flamingos, and the Big 5: lions, elephants, buffaloes, rhinos, and leopards. Birders will also have a great time with over 400 bird species to spot during the drive.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Country Inn Karatu
Day 6: Farewell and Departure

On Day 6, depending on your scheduled departure time, you may have the option to participate in an additional activity to end your safari.

Optional Activity: Ngorongoro Highland Walks Take a guided walk in the Ngorongoro highlands with an armed ranger and explore this scenic area that combines culture and wildlife. See volcanoes, forests, and craters all in one place, and encounter the Masai people who inhabit the area’s highlands.

If you do not want your tour to end here, inform your AA Safaris tour consultant to book you another tour in another destination in Africa.

Meals included: Breakfast Only
Accommodation: No accmmodation

Expectations

Experience the best of Northern Tanzania with AA Safaris’ tailored tour. Explore the beauty of national parks and conservation areas such as Lake Manyara or Tarangire National Park, The Serengeti, and the Ngorongoro Crater. Enjoy the luxury of staying in accommodations that are conveniently located near the parks and offer impeccable service throughout your stay.

Accomodations

Arumeru River Lodge /Lake Duluti Lodge (luxury)
Experience top-notch, five-star personalized service, luxurious amenities, and environmentally-friendly architecture and operations.
Escarpment Luxury Lodge
Luxurious Lodge on the Edge of Lake Manyara National Park with Stunning Views and Amenities" This beautiful lodge is situated on the rift escarpment overlooking Lake Manyara National Park. Guests can enjoy spacious cottages with en-suite bathrooms, including bathtubs and outdoor showers. Relax at the lodge's swimming pool or take in the breathtaking views of the lake and gorge from the main lodge's sprawling deck while enjoying sundowners. Watch pelicans soar in the sky as the sun sets and let the sounds of Africa surround you as night falls.
Tortilis Camp
Country Inn Karatu
The rooms at Country Lodge are elegantly decorated with tasteful furnishings, soft lighting, and comfortable beds with mosquito netting. On chilly evenings, request for your fireplace to be lit and return from dinner to the warm ambiance it provides.

Availability and Prices

Jan 27 - Feb 1, 2020
Double Occupancy
$ 3,290
Per Person
Single Occupancy
$ 0
Per Person
Mar 1 - 31, 2020
Double Occupancy
$ 3,090
Per Person
Single Occupancy
$ 0
Per Person
Apr 1 - May 31, 2020
Double Occupancy
$ 2,790
Per Person
Single Occupancy
$ 0
Per Person
Jun 1 - Jan 31, 2020
Double Occupancy
$ 3,250
Per Person
Single Occupancy
$ 0
Per Person
Jul 1 - Aug 31, 2020
Double Occupancy
$ 3,290
Per Person
Single Occupancy
$ 0
Per Person
Sep 1 - Jan 31, 2020
Double Occupancy
$ 3,250
Per Person
Single Occupancy
$ 0
Per Person
Nov 1 - 30, 2020
Double Occupancy
$ 3,090
Per Person
Single Occupancy
$ 0
Per Person
Dec 1 - 31, 2020
Double Occupancy
$ 3,290
Per Person
Single Occupancy
$ 0
Per Person
Included
  • Transfers upon arrival and departure
  • Accommodation as indicated in the itinerary
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary
  • Daily activities and excursions as indicated in the itinerary
Excluded
  • All gratuities
  • Airfare to and from destination
  • Trip cancellation insurance or any other travel insurance
  • Visas
  • Alcoholic beverages