Highlights of Tanzania
Tanzania
9 days from $10,295 per person
* Based on double occupancy, incl. taxes & fuel surcharges, restrictions apply.
TAILOR-MADE SAFARI
This safari showcases Tanzania’s iconic national parks and extraordinary wildlife. Explore Tarangire’s baobab-studded landscapes and elephant herds. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for Big Five encounters, and end on the sweeping plains of the Serengeti, home to the great migration and Africa’s top predators.
Highlights
Explore the famed Serengeti plains, the greatest wildlife region of East Africa, in search of migratory herds of zebras and wildebeest and their territorial predators: lion, leopard and cheetah.
Discover Ngorongoro Crater, hailed as one of the Natural Wonders of the World.
Experience Tarangire National Park, home to gigantic baobab trees and one of the greatest concentrations of elephants.
Enjoy enchanting safari lodges and luxurious tented camps, offering sweeping views of the breathtaking landscapes.
Accommodations
1. Rivertrees Country Inn
Arusha, Tanzania
Set on a former coffee farm at the foothills of Mount Meru, Rivertrees Country Inn is a charming country estate that retains the warmth and nostalgia of a well-loved homestead. Spanning ten acres of lush gardens and riverfront greenery, the grounds offer a peaceful sanctuary for local birdlife and wildlife. Rustic yet elegant cottages are tucked along the riverbanks and beneath tall trees, creating a tranquil, nature-filled retreat. Garden-fresh cuisine and family-inspired recipes are served in the inviting restaurant, from oven-fired pizzas to locally grown coffee, with candlelit dinners enjoyed by the fire or beneath the stars. Rivertrees offers an unpretentious, welcoming pause surrounded by nature and culture.
2. Nimali Tarangire Camp
Tarangire, Tanzania
Tucked within its own private conservancy on the edge of Tarangire National Park, Nimali Tarangire offers a serene escape surrounded by wildlife-rich landscapes. The camp’s eight tented suites, including two spacious family units with private plunge pools, blend modern organic design with artisanal Maasai touches. Each suite features a private deck overlooking a dry riverbed, ideal for quiet reflection. Earthy textures, recycled glass, and locally woven fabrics create a calming, tactile atmosphere. At the heart of the camp lies an underground hide, where guests can quietly observe wildlife up close as they gather to drink. With its immersive setting and thoughtful design, Nimali Tarangire captures the spirit of safari in refined comfort.
3. Wilderness Collection – Craters Edge
Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tanzania
Set on the northeastern rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, Craters Edge offers an intimate safari retreat with uninterrupted views directly into the caldera below. Nestled among indigenous acacia trees and just minutes from the crater floor, the lodge is perfectly positioned for early game drives within this extraordinary ecosystem. Spacious tented suites blend rugged canvas, teak flooring, and natural stone with authentic African décor and modern comforts, creating a refined sense of place. From private decks, guests awaken to birdsong and sweeping crater vistas. Personalized service, guided game drives, and thoughtfully prepared cuisine define each stay, while evenings bring dramatic sunsets and exceptional stargazing beneath the southern hemisphere skies.
4. Nimali Central Serengeti Camp
Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
Set near Makoma Hill with sweeping views of the Serengeti’s iconic plains, Nimali Serengeti offers an elegant retreat immersed in nature. Twelve tented suites, including two connected family units, feature private verandahs, deep soaking bathtubs, and open-air showers. Interiors reflect the rhythms of the landscape, blending earthy tones with organic textures and subtle nods to the Great Migration. The central lounge, dining area, and pool deck provide serene spaces to unwind between game drives, all framed by uninterrupted views of the kopjes and grasslands beyond. Stylish yet grounded, Nimali Serengeti captures the essence of modern safari living, offering both comfort and a front-row seat to the wild.
Itinerary
Day 1. Arrive Arusha, Tanzania
With a warm welcome upon your arrival, you’ll be transferred to your delightful accommodations in Arusha, northern Tanzania’s safari capital. (D)
Rivertrees Country Inn
Day 2. Arusha / Tarangire National Park
Set off in a classic safari vehicle to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its abundant wildlife and iconic baobab trees. After a leisurely lunch, settle into your lodge before joining your expert guide for a thrilling late-afternoon game drive. Don’t forget your camera to capture the stunning wildlife and landscapes during this unforgettable experience. (BLD)
Nimali Tarangire Camp
Day 3. Tarangire National Park
Join your expert ranger for morning and afternoon game drives in the Tarangire/Manyara corridor. Pause midday to enjoy a scenic picnic lunch surrounded by nature. Tarangire National Park, with its river providing the only permanent water source during the dry season, supports an incredible diversity of wildlife, including elephants, giraffes, buffalo, lesser kudu, zebra, lion, leopard, and cheetah. (BLD)
Nimali Tarangire Camp
Day 4. Tarangire / Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Leave the baobab-dotted plains of Tarangire behind and ascend into the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where open savannah gives way to cool, forested highlands. The scenic drive unfolds with glimpses of traditional villages and sweeping views before climbing toward the crater rim. Arrive at your lodge overlooking the caldera, where uninterrupted vistas reveal one of Africa’s most extraordinary natural amphitheaters. The afternoon is yours to relax and take in the setting ahead of tomorrow’s crater exploration. (BLD)
Wilderness Collection Crater's Edge
Day 5. Ngorongoro Crater
Descend some 2,000 feet to explore the crater floor of this extinct, collapsed volcano. You’ll be in awe of the wildlife concentrated here. Zoom in on the elephants wandering along well-worn tracks. Listen for the roaring lion guarding its large pride. Gazelle quietly graze, surrounded by zebra and wildebeest, and you might spot the endangered rhino feeding down by the lake. Enjoy a picnic lunch before returning to your lodge. (BLD)
Wilderness Collection Crater's Edge
Day 6. Ngorongoro / Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, journey onward to the iconic Serengeti, the legendary “endless plains” of the Maasai. En route, pause for a Miracle Experience bush lunch, an elegant open-air meal set deep in the wilderness, where gourmet cuisine is served amid acacia trees and the sounds of the savannah. Following lunch, enjoy a rewarding game drive through this wildlife-rich landscape, with opportunities to spot the Serengeti’s famed animals in their natural habitat. Continue to your lodge in the late afternoon, settling in for a relaxed evening surrounded by the vast, serene beauty of the plains. (BLD)
Nimali Central Serengeti Camp
Day 7. Serengeti National Park
Begin your day with an early morning game drive as the sun rises over the Serengeti, revealing a world alive with movement and sound. After breakfast back at camp, enjoy some time to relax or choose to experience an unforgettable hot air balloon safari, drifting over the sweeping plains and wildlife below. This afternoon, continue your exploration on another game drive before returning to camp for dinner beneath the stars. (BLD)
Nimali Central Serengeti Camp
Day 8. Serengeti National Park
During morning and afternoon game viewing activities, your ranger continues to lead you to the locations where you are able to observe the wildlife quietly and at your leisure. Watch the many species of game grazing in close proximity to your camp as the sun sets over the savanna. (BLD)
Nimali Central Serengeti Camp
Day 9. Serengeti National Park / Depart
It is time to savor your last morning in Tanzania. After a short flight to Arusha, you’ll enjoy lunch and a place to relax at a day room reserved for your use at a charming lodge. Later tonight, you are transferred to the airport for your onward arrangements. (BL)
Pricing
Land Arrangements (Price per person)
Low season pricing shown; this fully customizable independent travel itinerary is available year-round with pricing on request. Please note surcharges apply April 03 - 06, and Dec 24, 25, 26, 31 and Jan 01.
Air Arrangements (Internal Airfare)
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