Tanzania Safari Adventures

Explore the Wild Beauty of Tanzania's
Iconic National Parks and Wildlife

Tanzania offers a diverse array of safari experiences, from the lush landscapes of Ngorongoro Crater to the vast plains of the Serengeti. Whether you’re a seasoned wildlife enthusiast or a first-time traveler, there’s a safari package that suits your needs. Below are our most popular safari packages, designed to offer you an unforgettable journey into the heart of Africa’s wildlife.

Tanzania Safari Adventure

Discover the Heart of Africa’s Wildlife and Natural Wonders

This all-encompassing safari explores Tanzania’s most famous parks: Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire, and Lake Manyara. It offers the perfect combination of diverse landscapes and abundant wildlife.

Ideal for those short on time, this safari takes you to the Serengeti for game viewing and the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site teeming with wildlife.

Witness the awe-inspiring Great Migration, as millions of wildebeests and zebras move across the Serengeti. This safari includes both Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable experience.

For a quieter, more remote safari experience, explore Selous Game Reserve and Mikumi National Park. This package is perfect for those who want to get away from the crowds and enjoy Tanzania’s untouched beauty.

Combine the adventure of a safari in Serengeti and Ngorongoro with the relaxing beaches of Zanzibar. The ultimate package for both thrill-seekers and those wanting to unwind.

For those seeking luxury, this safari offers high-end accommodation and exclusive experiences in Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Tarangire. Enjoy private game drives, premium lodges, and a personalized service throughout.

Northern Circuit Itineraries

3-Day Northern Circuit Itinerary
  • Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park – Begin your journey from Arusha and drive approximately 2 hours to Tarangire National Park. Upon arrival, embark on a game drive to explore the park, famous for its large elephant herds, baobab trees, and diverse wildlife, including lions, zebras, and giraffes. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park and continue with an afternoon safari. Overnight stay at a lodge or tented camp near Tarangire.
  • Day 2: Lake Manyara National Park – After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park (1.5 hours). Explore the lush forests and scenic lake shores, where you can spot flamingos, pelicans, tree-climbing lions, hippos, and baboons. Stop for a picnic lunch near the lake and enjoy the stunning view. Continue your game drive through the diverse ecosystems before heading to a lodge in Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay.
  • Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater – Depart early for the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Descend into the crater for a game drive, where you can spot the Big Five (lions, elephants, leopards, rhinos, and buffalos) along with zebras, wildebeest, and hyenas. Stop for a picnic lunch by the hippo pool. After exploring the crater floor, ascend the rim and drive back to Arusha, arriving in the evening.
4-Day Northern Circuit Itinerary
  • Day 1: Dar es Salaam to Selous Game Reserve – Start with a morning flight or a scenic 5-6 hour drive to Selous (Nyerere National Park). After lunch, enjoy a thrilling afternoon boat safari along the Rufiji River, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and waterbirds. Witness a stunning sunset before returning to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
  • Day 2: Full Day Game Drive in Selous – Embark on a full-day game drive, exploring diverse landscapes in search of elephants, lions, giraffes, and the elusive African wild dogs. Stop for a picnic lunch in the bush before continuing your afternoon safari. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
  • Day 3: Walking Safari and Evening Game Drive – Begin the day with a guided walking safari, learning about animal tracks, plants, and the smaller wonders of the bush. After lunch and some relaxation, head out for an evening game drive, where you may spot nocturnal wildlife like leopards, civets, and genets. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
  • Day 4: Selous to Dar es Salaam – Enjoy a final morning game drive before departing. Either drive or fly back to Dar es Salaam, bringing your incredible safari adventure to an end.
5-Day Northern Circuit Itinerary
  • Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park – Travel to Tarangire National Park for a full day of game drives. Explore the park’s unique landscape, dotted with baobab trees and home to elephants, lions, and various bird species. Overnight at a nearby lodge or camp.
  • Day 2: Lake Manyara National Park – Explore Lake Manyara National Park, with its lush groundwater forest and scenic soda lake. Spot flamingos, hippos, and possibly tree-climbing lions. Enjoy an afternoon safari before heading to Karatu for an overnight stay.
  • Day 3: Serengeti National Park – Drive to Serengeti, stopping at Olduvai Gorge, an important archaeological site. Continue to Serengeti for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive to spot lions, cheetahs, and herds of wildebeest. Overnight at a tented camp.
  • Day 4: Full Day in Serengeti – Spend the entire day exploring Serengeti National Park. Visit regions based on wildlife movement, such as Seronera Valley, known for big cats. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wild and return to camp in the evening for dinner and stargazing.
  • Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater and Return to Arusha – Head to Ngorongoro Crater for a safari, spotting black rhinos, lions, and hippos. Have lunch near the hippo pool before ascending and driving back to Arusha for your departure.
6-Day Northern Circuit Itinerary
  • Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park – Begin your adventure with a drive to Tarangire National Park for a full day of wildlife viewing. Look out for elephants, warthogs, and leopards. Overnight at a lodge near Tarangire.
  • Day 2: Lake Manyara National Park – Head to Lake Manyara for a game drive through its forests and open plains. Watch flamingos feeding along the soda lake’s edge and baboons roaming the woodlands. Overnight in Karatu.
  • Day 3: Central Serengeti – Travel to central Serengeti for an afternoon game drive. Look for lions lounging on rocks and cheetahs stalking prey in the grasslands. Stay in a luxury camp for the night.
  • Day 4: Northern Serengeti or Western Corridor – Depending on the season, explore the northern Serengeti (famous for river crossings) or the western corridor (known for crocodile-filled rivers). Spend the day spotting the Great Migration or predators. Overnight in a tented camp.
  • Day 5: Ngorongoro Conservation Area – After a morning game drive in Serengeti, drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Visit a traditional Maasai village for cultural insights. Overnight near the crater rim.
  • Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater Safari – Descend into the crater for a morning safari, followed by a picnic lunch by the hippo pool. Afterward, ascend and return to Arusha for departure.
7-Day Northern Circuit Itinerary
  • Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park – Start your adventure with a morning departure from Arusha, driving 2-3 hours to Tarangire National Park. Spend the day exploring this vast park known for its iconic baobab trees, large elephant herds, and diverse wildlife.
  • Day 2: Lake Manyara National Park – Drive approximately 1.5 hours to Lake Manyara National Park. Explore the lush groundwater forest, home to baboons and monkeys, and spot the famous tree-climbing lions.
  • Day 3: Central Serengeti via Ngorongoro – Travel through Ngorongoro Conservation Area, stop at a viewpoint for breathtaking views, then continue to Serengeti for a thrilling game drive.
  • Day 4: Full Day in Serengeti National Park – Spend the day exploring Serengeti’s wildlife-rich areas, spotting lions, leopards, and wildebeests.
  • Day 5: Northern Serengeti or Western Corridor – Visit either the Mara River for the Great Migration (July–October) or the Grumeti River to see crocodiles.
  • Day 6: Ngorongoro Conservation Area and Maasai Village Visit – Explore Olduvai Gorge and visit a Maasai village for a cultural experience.
  • Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Arusha – Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a morning safari, then return to Arusha.
8-Day Northern Circuit Itinerary
  • Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park – Start your adventure with a morning drive from Arusha (2-3 hours) to Tarangire National Park. Explore the park’s open savannahs and riverbanks, known for large herds of elephants, iconic baobab trees, and predators like lions and leopards.
  • Day 2: Lake Manyara National Park – Drive approximately 1.5 hours to Lake Manyara National Park. Explore its diverse habitats, including dense forests, grassy plains, and the alkaline soda lake, home to flamingos, hippos, and tree-climbing lions.
  • Day 3: Central Serengeti via Ngorongoro – Travel through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, stop at a viewpoint for breathtaking views, then continue to Serengeti for an exciting game drive.
  • Day 4: Full Day in Central Serengeti – Spend the day exploring Serengeti’s wildlife-rich areas, spotting lions, leopards, and wildebeests.
  • Day 5: Northern Serengeti (Mara River – Seasonal) – Visit the Mara River during the Great Migration (July–October) and witness dramatic wildebeest crossings.
  • Day 6: Ngorongoro Conservation Area and Maasai Village Visit – Explore Olduvai Gorge, then visit a Maasai village to experience their culture and traditions.
  • Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Arusha – Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a morning safari, then return to Arusha.
  • Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Arusha – Enjoy a final game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater, spotting the Big Five before heading back to Arusha.

Southern Circuit Itineraries

3-Day Southern Circuit Itinerary
  • Day 1: Dar es Salaam to Selous Game Reserve – Take a morning flight or drive to Selous (Nyerere National Park). Enjoy a thrilling boat safari along the Rufiji River, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and various bird species. Overnight stay in a scenic riverside lodge.
  • Day 2: Game Drive in Selous – Embark on a full-day game drive, exploring the vast wilderness in search of lions, wild dogs, elephants, and giraffes. Wrap up the day with a sundowner overlooking the stunning African savanna.
  • Day 3: Walking Safari and Return – Experience an early morning walking safari, getting up close with nature and learning about the smaller wonders of the bush. Later, head back to Dar es Salaam.
4-Day Southern Circuit Itinerary
  • Day 1: Dar es Salaam to Selous Game Reserve – Start with a morning flight or a scenic 5-6 hour drive to Selous (Nyerere National Park). After lunch, enjoy a thrilling afternoon boat safari along the Rufiji River, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and waterbirds. Witness a stunning sunset before returning to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
  • Day 2: Full Day Game Drive in Selous – Embark on a full-day game drive, exploring diverse landscapes in search of elephants, lions, giraffes, and the elusive African wild dogs. Stop for a picnic lunch in the bush before continuing your afternoon safari. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
  • Day 3: Walking Safari and Evening Game Drive – Begin the day with a guided walking safari, learning about animal tracks, plants, and the smaller wonders of the bush. After lunch and some relaxation, head out for an evening game drive, where you may spot nocturnal wildlife like leopards, civets, and genets. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
  • Day 4: Selous to Dar es Salaam – Enjoy a final morning game drive before departing. Either drive or fly back to Dar es Salaam, bringing your incredible safari adventure to an end.
5-Day Southern Circuit Itinerary
  • Day 1: Dar es Salaam to Mikumi National Park – Drive approximately 5-6 hours from Dar es Salaam to Mikumi. Upon arrival, check into your lodge and enjoy lunch. In the late afternoon, embark on a game drive to explore Mikumi’s open savannahs, where you can spot zebras, giraffes, elephants, and lions. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
  • Day 2: Full Day in Mikumi National Park – Spend the entire day on game drives, exploring diverse landscapes, including plains, woodlands, and the Mkata Floodplain. Keep an eye out for lions, hyenas, buffalo, and antelopes. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park before continuing your safari into the afternoon. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
  • Day 3: Mikumi to Udzungwa Mountains National Park – After breakfast, drive approximately 2 hours to Udzungwa Mountains. Take a guided hike through the tropical rainforest, spotting unique plant species, endemic monkeys like the Sanje Mangabey, and colorful birds. Visit the stunning Sanje Waterfalls and enjoy a picnic lunch. Return to Mikumi for dinner and overnight stay.
  • Day 4: Morning Game Drive in Mikumi and Transfer to Selous – Start with an early morning game drive in Mikumi, witnessing wildlife at its most active. After breakfast, drive approximately 6 hours to Selous Game Reserve (Nyerere National Park). Arrive in the late afternoon, check into your lodge, and relax by the river. Overnight stay in Selous.
  • Day 5: Game Drive and Departure – Spend the morning on a game drive in Selous, spotting diverse wildlife in the park’s vast landscapes. After lunch, drive or fly back to Dar es Salaam, concluding your safari adventure.
6-Day Southern Circuit Itinerary
  • Day 1: Dar es Salaam to Selous Game Reserve – Travel from Dar es Salaam to Selous by road (5-6 hours) or flight (45 minutes). After lunch at your lodge or camp, enjoy an afternoon boat safari on the Rufiji River, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and waterbirds. Return for dinner and overnight at the lodge.
  • Day 2: Full Day Game Drive in Selous – Spend the day exploring Selous' diverse habitats, from savannahs to wetlands. Look for elephants, lions, zebras, giraffes, and African wild dogs. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush and continue your safari into the afternoon. Return for dinner and overnight at your lodge or camp.
  • Day 3: Walking Safari and Transfer to Mikumi National Park – Start the day with a guided walking safari, learning about plants, insects, and animal tracks. After breakfast, transfer to Mikumi National Park (approx. 6 hours by road). Arrive in the afternoon, settle in, and relax. Overnight at a lodge or tented camp in Mikumi.
  • Day 4: Full Day in Mikumi National Park – Enjoy a full day of game drives, visiting the Mkata Floodplain to see elephants, zebras, and buffalo in large numbers. Look out for predators such as lions and leopards. Break for a picnic lunch and continue exploring the park’s diverse landscapes. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
  • Day 5: Mikumi to Udzungwa Mountains National Park – After breakfast, drive to Udzungwa Mountains National Park. Take a guided hike through the rainforest to discover unique flora, endemic primates, and waterfalls like Sanje Falls. Enjoy a picnic lunch before returning to Mikumi for dinner and overnight.
  • Day 6: Morning Game Drive and Return to Dar es Salaam – Take an early morning game drive in Mikumi to spot wildlife at its most active. After breakfast, drive back to Dar es Salaam, arriving in the late afternoon to conclude your safari adventure.
7-Day Southern Circuit Itinerary
  • Day 1: Dar es Salaam to Selous Game Reserve (Nyerere National Park) – Start your journey with a morning drive or flight (5-6 hours by road or 45 minutes by air) to Selous. Settle into your lodge, have lunch, and embark on a boat safari along the Rufiji River. Spot hippos, crocodiles, and birds while enjoying the sunset. Return for dinner and overnight.
  • Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive in Selous – Explore Selous with a full-day game drive, spotting elephants, giraffes, zebras, lions, and African wild dogs. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush, surrounded by scenic landscapes. Continue your safari in the afternoon, visiting various habitats. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
  • Day 3: Walking Safari and Transfer to Mikumi National Park – Start with a guided walking safari to learn about animal tracks, insects, and vegetation. After breakfast, drive to Mikumi National Park (approx. 6 hours). Arrive in the afternoon, check into your lodge, and relax.
  • Day 4: Full-Day Game Drive in Mikumi National Park – Enjoy a full-day game drive in Mikumi, exploring the Mkata Floodplain with its elephants, zebras, and buffalo. Spot predators like lions and hyenas. Have a picnic lunch and continue your afternoon safari. Return for dinner and overnight.
  • Day 5: Mikumi to Udzungwa Mountains National Park – Drive to Udzungwa Mountains (approx. 2 hours). Hike through the tropical rainforest, home to rare primates like the Sanje Mangabey. Visit the stunning Sanje Waterfalls for a swim and picnic lunch. Return to Mikumi for dinner and overnight.
  • Day 6: Mikumi to Ruaha National Park – After breakfast, take a scenic drive to Ruaha National Park (approx. 7–8 hours). Arrive in the late afternoon, settle into your lodge, and relax. Ruaha is famous for its dramatic landscapes and large predator populations.
  • Day 7: Full-Day Game Drive in Ruaha and Return to Dar es Salaam – Enjoy a morning game drive in Ruaha, spotting elephants, predators, and antelopes. After lunch, take a flight or drive back to Dar es Salaam, concluding your Southern Circuit safari adventure.
8-Day Southern Circuit Itinerary
  • Day 1: Dar es Salaam to Selous Game Reserve – Travel from Dar es Salaam by road (5–6 hours) or flight (45 minutes) to Selous. Check into your lodge or tented camp, have lunch, and embark on a boat safari along the Rufiji River. Spot hippos, crocodiles, and waterbirds as the sun sets. Return for dinner and overnight stay.
  • Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive in Selous – Spend a full day exploring Selous on a game drive. Search for elephants, lions, zebras, giraffes, and African wild dogs across the reserve’s varied habitats. Break for a picnic lunch in the bush and continue your safari into the afternoon. Overnight at your lodge.
  • Day 3: Walking Safari and Transfer to Mikumi National Park – Start the day with a guided walking safari, learning about animal tracks and small wildlife. After breakfast, drive to Mikumi National Park (approx. 6 hours). Arrive in the afternoon and relax at your lodge.
  • Day 4: Full-Day Game Drive in Mikumi National Park – Spend the day exploring Mikumi’s landscapes on a game drive. The park is home to elephants, giraffes, zebras, lions, and leopards. Visit the Mkata Floodplain for incredible wildlife sightings and enjoy a picnic lunch in the park. Continue the safari in the afternoon before heading back to the lodge for dinner.
  • Day 5: Mikumi to Udzungwa Mountains National Park – Drive to Udzungwa Mountains (approx. 2 hours). Embark on a guided hike through the lush rainforest, encountering unique plant species, endemic primates, and vibrant birdlife. Visit the Sanje Waterfalls for breathtaking views and a picnic lunch. Return to Mikumi for dinner and overnight stay.
  • Day 6: Mikumi to Ruaha National Park – Take an early breakfast and drive to Ruaha National Park (approx. 7–8 hours). Arrive in the late afternoon, check into your lodge, and relax. Ruaha is renowned for its dramatic landscapes and thriving predator populations, including lions, cheetahs, and leopards.
  • Day 7: Full-Day Game Drive in Ruaha National Park – Spend the day exploring Ruaha’s diverse ecosystems, from open plains to baobab-dotted landscapes. Spot elephants, lions, wild dogs, and over 500 species of birds. Enjoy a picnic lunch before continuing your safari. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
  • Day 8: Morning Game Drive and Return to Dar es Salaam – End your safari with a morning game drive in Ruaha. After breakfast, take a flight or drive back to Dar es Salaam, concluding your adventure.

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