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Luxury Tanzania Safari
Golden Plains & Crater Dreams: 6-Day Serengeti & Ngorongoro Luxury Escape
- Dream Trails Expeditions
- 6 Day Luxury Safari
- Exclusive Wildlife Experience
From - $6500
Tour Overview
This 6-day/5-night luxury safari immerses you in Tanzania's iconic Northern Circuit, offering an exclusive blend of wildlife, culture, and unparalleled comfort. Begin with a seamless arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (KIA), followed by three days in the Serengeti National Park, home to the Great Migration and abundant predators. Spend one day exploring the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site teeming with the Big Five. Conclude with a relaxed departure day in Arusha. Stay in world-class lodges and camps, enjoy private transfers, and experience curated activities like game drives, sundowners, and cultural visits, all tailored for discerning travelers.
- Duration: 6 days, 5 nights
- Destinations: Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha
- Accommodation Type: Luxury lodges and tented camps (5-star equivalent)
- Travel Style: Private, fully guided, luxury safari
- Group Size: Private (2-6 guests recommended for optimal experience)
- Transport: Private 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof, private light aircraft for Serengeti transfer
- Physical Rating: Low; suitable for all ages (no strenuous activities required)
🦁 Serengeti National Park
- Witness the Great Migration (June-October)
- Track the Big Five and enjoy exclusive game drives in a private concession
- Stay at the ultra-exclusive Mwiba Lodge with private plunge pools
🌋 Ngorongoro Crater
- Explore the world's largest intact volcanic caldera
- Home to dense wildlife populations, including rare black rhinos
- Stay at Ngorongoro Serena Lodge with panoramic crater views
🌟 Luxury Experience
- Private airport transfers with VIP treatment
- Domestic flights to maximize wildlife viewing time
- Exclusive experiences: sundowners, bush dinners, and optional hot-air balloon safaris
- Cultural immersion with optional Maasai village visits
🎒 Packing
- Lightweight, neutral-colored clothing (beige, khaki)
- Warm layers for early mornings
- Sturdy shoes, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and binoculars
- Luxury lodges provide toiletries and laundry services
💊 Health
- Consult a doctor for malaria prophylaxis and vaccinations
- Yellow fever vaccination may be required
- Carry insect repellent
📸 Photography
- Bring a camera with a zoom lens (200-400mm) for wildlife
- Drones are restricted in national parks
💰 Currency & Tipping
- US dollars widely accepted
- Carry small bills for tips ($10-$20/day for guides, $5-$10/day for lodge staff)
📱 Connectivity
- Wi-Fi available at lodges
- Mobile signal varies in parks
- Consider a local SIM for emergencies
🙏 Respect
- Follow guide instructions during game drives
- Respect wildlife and local customs during cultural visits
🛂 Visa
- Obtain a Tanzanian e-Visa online at least 2 weeks prior at visa.go.tz
✈️ Flights
- Book international flights to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
- Recommended airlines: Qatar Airways, Emirates, or KLM
🏥 Insurance
- Purchase comprehensive travel insurance covering medical evacuation
- AMREF Flying Doctor emergency evacuation included in tour
📄 Documents
- Carry a printed itinerary
- Passport valid for 6+ months
- Vaccination records
🧳 Luggage
- Soft-sided bags (max 15kg) for light aircraft transfers
- Lodges provide laundry services
🌞 Optimal Season
- June-October (dry season): Best wildlife viewing, clear skies, and Great Migration in the Serengeti
- August: Peak season for migration crossings
🌧️ Alternative Season
- January-February (short dry season): Fewer crowds and lush scenery
- Migration may be in southern Serengeti during this period
📅 July 2025 Note
- Falls in the peak dry season, ensuring excellent game viewing
- Comfortable weather (20-30°C/68-86°F)
✔️ What's Included
- Private airport transfers in luxury 4x4 Land Cruiser
- Domestic flights (Arusha to Serengeti, Serengeti to Manyara)
- Accommodation in 5-star lodges/camps (full-board basis)
- All meals, premium drinks (excluding premium imports), and laundry services
- Private game drives with expert Tanzanian guides (multi-lingual options)
- Park and conservation fees
- AMREF Flying Doctor emergency evacuation insurance
- Wi-Fi in vehicles and lodges
- Sundowners, bush dinners, and coffee-tasting session
- Farewell gift
❌ What's Excluded
- International flights to/from JRO
- Tanzanian visa
- Optional activities (hot-air balloon safari, Maasai village visit)
- Premium imported drinks
- Travel insurance (beyond AMREF)
- Tips for guides and lodge staff
- Personal expenses (e.g., souvenirs)
- Zanzibar Extension: Add a 2-3 night beach getaway at a 5-star resort with snorkeling and Stone Town tours
- Additional Activities: Include a walking safari in Ngorongoro or a cultural tour in Arusha
- Photography Focus: Hire a professional wildlife photographer to accompany game drives
- Family-Friendly: Add child-friendly activities like Maasai bead-making or junior ranger programs
- Honeymoon Package: Upgrade with romantic touches like private dinners, couples' spa treatments, or champagne balloon safari
🌟 Our Advantages
- Unparalleled Luxury: Stay in Tanzania's most exclusive lodges and camps with private suites, gourmet dining, and personalized service
- Seamless Experience: Private flights and transfers maximize time for wildlife and relaxation, eliminating long drives
- Exclusive Wildlife: Access prime Serengeti concessions and the Ngorongoro Crater for uncrowded Big Five sightings and Great Migration views
- Tailored Service: Dedicated guides, butlers, and concierges ensure every detail is perfect, from dietary preferences to activity pacing
- Cultural Depth: Optional community visits add authenticity and connection to Tanzania's heritage
- Memorable Moments: From sundowners to bush dinners, every experience is crafted for lasting memories
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6-Day Serengeti & Ngorongoro Luxury Escape Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Kilimanjaro International Airport → Arusha
- Distance: 1-hour drive from JRO to Arusha
- Elevation: 1,400m | Habitat: Urban
- Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
- Private VIP transfer in a luxury 4x4 Land Cruiser with Wi-Fi, chilled champagne, and safari concierge briefing
- Relax with a private coffee-tasting session
- Gourmet Swahili-inspired welcome dinner
- Optional spa treatment or garden walk
Overnight: Legendary Lodge (private garden cottages with fireplaces and personal butlers)
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Day 2: Serengeti National Park
Arusha → Serengeti National Park
- Flight: 230km air distance | Travel Time: 1.5 hours
- Habitat: Savannah plains and woodlands
- Private light aircraft transfer to Seronera Airstrip
- Afternoon game drive in a private 4x4 to track the Great Migration
- Spot lions, cheetahs, and leopards
- Evening sundowner with premium cocktails
Overnight: Mwiba Lodge (ultra-exclusive tented camp with private plunge pools and all-inclusive gourmet dining)
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Day 3: Serengeti Exploration
Full Day in Serengeti National Park
- Full-day game drives | Habitat: Diverse ecosystems
- Optional: Hot air balloon safari at sunrise
- Full-day private game drive focusing on predator-prey interactions and the Great Migration
- Picnic lunch in the bush
- Optional hot-air balloon safari at sunrise
- Evening bush dinner with Maasai storytelling
Overnight: Mwiba Lodge
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Day 4: Serengeti to Ngorongoro
Serengeti → Ngorongoro Conservation Area
- Flight to Lake Manyara Airstrip + 1-hour drive
- Distance: 60km drive from airstrip to Ngorongoro
- Habitat: Highland forest and volcanic caldera
- Morning walking safari with an armed ranger for an intimate bush experience
- Afternoon at leisure with lodge amenities (spa, infinity pool)
- Optional visit to a local community or anti-poaching unit
- Private light aircraft transfer to Lake Manyara Airstrip
- Transfer to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Overnight: Ngorongoro Serena Lodge (perched on the crater rim with panoramic views, private balconies, and elegant stone-and-vine suites)
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Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater Exploration
- Crater descent: 600m vertical | Area: 265 sq. km caldera
- Habitat: Diverse ecosystems within the crater
- Early descent into the Ngorongoro Crater for a 6-hour private game drive
- Spot the Big Five, including rare black rhinos
- Gourmet picnic lunch by a hippo pool
- Evening sundowner overlooking the crater
Overnight: Ngorongoro Serena Lodge
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Day 6: Departure
Ngorongoro → Arusha → Kilimanjaro International Airport
- Distance: 55km to Arusha, 50km to JRO
- Travel Time: 3-hour drive to Arusha
- 3-hour private transfer to Arusha
- Dayroom access at Legendary Lodge for relaxation
- Optional Arusha city tour, shopping at the Maasai Market, or visit to the Cultural Heritage Centre
- Enjoy the lodge's spa or pool
- Private transfer to JRO for departure
- Farewell gift (e.g., Maasai bracelet)
End of Tour: Kilimanjaro International Airport
