10-Days Luxury Ultimate Safari & Zanzibar

Welcome to Tanzania! Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, your private driver-guide will greet you and assist with your luggage before transferring you to your hotel in Arusha Town.

Enjoy a smooth and scenic drive through the foothills of Mount Meru as you settle into the rhythm of East Africa.

Once at the hotel, take time to relax and refresh. A warm dinner awaits you, followed by a restful overnight stay in one of Arusha’s finest accommodations.

Main Destination: Arusha Town

Activity: Airport pickup and hotel transfer

Distance Covered: Approx. 50 km

Travel Time: 1–1.5 hours depending on traffic

Meals & Drinks: Dinner included. Drinking water provided

Accommodation: Gran Meliá Arusha

Optional Add-on: City walk or cultural visit in Arusha (on request)

After an early breakfast, we will depart for Tarangire National Park. The park is named after the Tarangire River, which runs through it. This ‘river of warthogs’ is the only source of water for wildlife in the region during the dry season. In some places, the vegetation is quite dense with elephant grass and acacia woodlands. The park is well known for its elephant families, which can often be seen congregating by the river. Tarangire is the best place to see these gentle giants in their natural habitat, from the adorable calves all the way up to the intimidating bulls. You may also see giraffe, bushbuck, and hartebeest. These animals are closely followed by a range of predators, including lions and leopards. There are more breeding species of birds found in Tarangire National Park than anywhere else on the planet. After lunch and an extensive game drive, we will head to our accommodation. Dinner and your overnight stay will be at The Manor Ngorongoro.

Accommodation: The Manor Ngorongoro

Meals & drinks: All meals are included, and drinking water and other soft drinks are included.

After an early breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park, a hidden gem nestled between the Great Rift Valley escarpment and the shimmering alkaline lake. This compact park is rich in biodiversity and famous for its tree-climbing lions, lush forests, and vibrant birdlife.

As you enter the park, you’ll explore a mix of habitats from evergreen groundwater forests to open savannah and the lake’s edge, where thousands of flamingos gather during the rainy season. Keep your eyes open for elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, and a variety of monkeys and birds.

Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge, then head out for an afternoon game drive to discover the park’s unique wildlife and dramatic landscapes. Your guide will share stories about the lake’s seasonal changes and the animals that depend on it.

After your safari, return to the lodge for dinner and a peaceful overnight stay surrounded by nature.

Main Destination: Lake Manyara National Park

Activity: Afternoon game drive

Distance Covered: Approx. 70 km from Tarangire

Travel Time: 1.5–2 hours by road

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included. Drinking water provided

Accommodation: Escapement Lake Manyara

Optional Add-on: Cultural visit to Mto wa Mbu or Treetop Walkway experience ($80 per person, book in advance)

After breakfast, leave Lake Manyara behind and head toward the legendary Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera. Formed over 2–3 million years ago, this dramatic crater plunges nearly 600 meters deep and spans over 260 square kilometers, creating a natural sanctuary for wildlife.

Upon arrival, enjoy lunch before descending into the crater for an afternoon game drive. The descent itself is an adventure, revealing breathtaking views as you approach the crater floor—home to one of the densest concentrations of large mammals in Africa.

Inside the crater, you’ll encounter wildebeests, zebras, gazelles, elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, and if you’re lucky, the endangered black rhino. The open grasslands and freshwater springs also attract over 500 bird species, including flamingos, storks, and raptors.

After your safari, ascend back to the crater rim and settle into your luxury lodge for dinner and a peaceful overnight stay surrounded by misty highland forest.

Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater

Activity: Crater floor game drive

Distance Covered: Approx. 140 km from Lake Manyara

Travel Time: 3–4 hours by road

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included. Drinking water provided

Accommodation: Lemala Ngorongoro – a luxury tented lodge nestled in the forest near the crater rim, offering warmth, comfort, and stunning views

Optional Add-on: Visit to a Maasai boma or guided walk along the crater rim (available on request)

After an early breakfast, set off for the legendary Serengeti National Park, one of the world’s most iconic wildlife destinations and Tanzania’s oldest national park. Stretching across vast plains, the Serengeti is home to one of Earth’s most ancient and untouched ecosystems.

The park is best known for the Great Migration, where millions of wildebeests, zebras, and antelopes move in search of fresh grazing and water. This natural spectacle is guided by the rhythm of the rains and offers unforgettable sightings throughout the year.

Upon arrival, check into your lodge and enjoy lunch surrounded by the wild beauty of the Serengeti. In the afternoon, head out for an extensive game drive across the endless plains. Your guide will help you spot cheetahs, lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, leopards, hyenas, wild dogs, and more.

As the sun dips below the horizon, return to your lodge for dinner and a peaceful overnight stay under the Serengeti stars.

Main Destination: Serengeti National Park

Activity: Afternoon game drive

Distance Covered: Approx. 145 km from Ngorongoro

Travel Time: 3–4 hours by road

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included. Drinking water provided

Accommodation: One Nature Nyaruswiga an ultra-luxury safari lodge set in the heart of the Central Serengeti, offering elegant tented suites, personalized service, and panoramic views of the savannah

Optional Add-on: Hot air balloon safari at sunrise (available next morning, advance booking required)

Wake up in the heart of the Serengeti, surrounded by the sounds of nature. After a hearty breakfast, set out for a full-day game drive across the endless plains one of the best ways to experience the park’s incredible diversity.

Today offers a chance to see wildlife up close in their natural habitat. Expect thrilling encounters with lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, buffaloes, and more often just meters from your vehicle. The feeling of being so near to these majestic creatures is unforgettable.

Beyond the famous Big Five, you’ll also spot giraffes, zebras, gazelles, elands, hyenas, crocodiles, baboons, monkeys, hippos, rhinos, and countless antelope species. The Serengeti is alive with movement, color, and drama.

If your visit aligns with the season, you may witness the awe-inspiring Great Migration, where millions of wildebeests and zebras cross the plains in search of fresh grazing. It’s one of the world’s greatest wildlife spectacles.

Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic spot within the park, then continue your exploration into the afternoon. As the sun begins to set, return to your lodge for dinner and a restful night under the stars.

Main Destination: Serengeti National Park

Activity: Full-day game drive

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, picnic lunch, and dinner included. Drinking water provided

Accommodation: One Nature Nyaruswiga a luxury eco-lodge offering panoramic views, elegant tented suites, and exceptional wildlife sightings right from your doorstep

Optional Add-on: Sunrise hot air balloon safari or private photographic guide (advance booking recommended)

Begin your day with a warm cup of coffee or tea before heading out for an early morning game drive in the Serengeti. As the sun rises over the plains, the wilderness awakens, this is one of the most magical times to witness wildlife in motion.

Watch nocturnal animals like hyenas and serval cats return from their nightly hunts, while big cats such as lions and cheetahs begin their morning patrols. You may also spot zebras, impalas, African wild dogs, and other species moving gracefully through the golden light.

This final Serengeti safari offers a chance to see animals you may have missed earlier and to experience the raw beauty of the landscape one last time.

After your game drive, return to the lodge for lunch. Then, you’ll be transferred to Seronera Airstrip for your scheduled flight to Zanzibar—a seamless journey from the savannah to the sea.

Upon arrival, you’ll be welcomed to The Mora, a luxurious beachfront retreat where you’ll spend the next three nights soaking in the turquoise waters, white sands, and relaxed island atmosphere.

Main Destination: Zanzibar Island

Activity: Morning game drive & domestic flight

Flight Route: Seronera Airstrip (Serengeti) → Zanzibar Airport

Flight Duration: Approx. 2.5–3 hours depending on stops

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included. Drinking water provided

Accommodation: The Mora a stylish beachfront hotel offering elegant rooms, ocean views, and exceptional hospitality

Welcome to Zanzibar Island, where the soft white coral sands of Nungwi Beach meet the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. Upon arrival, settle into your beachfront retreat and take time to unwind after your safari adventure.

Spend the afternoon relaxing on the beach, enjoying the ocean views, or taking a refreshing swim in the warm waters. As the sun begins to set, prepare for a serene traditional dhow sunset cruise, gliding along the coast as the sky turns shades of gold and pink.

After the cruise, return to your hotel for dinner and a relaxing evening by the ocean.

Main Destination: Nungwi Beach, Zanzibar
Activities: Beach leisure, sunset dhow cruise
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast and dinner included.
Accommodation: The Mora a luxury beachfront hotel offering elegant rooms, ocean views, and exceptional service, just steps from the sand.

Enjoy a relaxed morning at Nungwi Beach, one of Zanzibar’s most beautiful coastal destinations. Spend your day swimming, snorkeling, or simply enjoying the soft white sands and spectacular Indian Ocean scenery.

For those seeking adventure and cultural experiences, a variety of optional activities are available at an additional cost, including:

Guided Stone Town walking tours and cultural experiences
Spice farm visits
Dolphin-watching excursions in Kizimkazi
Scuba diving or snorkeling at Mnemba Atoll
Parasailing, jet skiing, or quad biking
Full-day island tours
Private seafood dinner on the beach

After your chosen activities, return to The Mora for dinner and a relaxing final evening on the Zanzibar coast.

Main Destination: Nungwi Beach, Zanzibar
Activities: Beach leisure, swimming, snorkeling, optional tours and water activities
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast and dinner included. Lunch available à la carte. Drinking water provided
Accommodation: The Mora luxury beachfront accommodation with elegant rooms, ocean views, and exceptional hospitality.

After breakfast, enjoy a leisurely morning at your hotel, taking in the last moments of your stay in Zanzibar. Depending on your departure time, you may have a chance for a short walk along the beach or a final glimpse of the island’s stunning scenery. When it’s time to leave, you will be transferred from your hotel to Zanzibar Airport in a comfortable vehicle. Sit back and relax as you journey through the island, passing by local villages and lush tropical landscapes. Upon arrival at the airport, your guide will assist you with check-in procedures, ensuring a smooth transition for your onward journey.

Meals & drinks: Breakfast