Explore three of Tanzania's most iconic wildlife destinations
Explore three of Tanzania's most iconic wildlife destinations
Private luxury Tanzania safari from Arusha
Luxury safari lodges & premium tented camps
Private 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser
Professional English-speaking safari guide
Lake Manyara National Park game drive
Tree-climbing lions & elephant viewing
Seasonal flamingos and abundant birdlife
Full Serengeti luxury safari experience
Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal)
Big Five Tanzania safari experience
Ngorongoro Crater luxury safari
Black rhino viewing opportunities
Spectacular Great Rift Valley landscapes
Optional Olduvai Gorge visit
Optional Serengeti Hot Air Balloon Safari
Ideal for honeymooners, couples, families, photographers, and luxury travelers
What makes this itinerary stand out for discerning East Africa travellers
Explore three of Tanzania's most iconic wildlife destinations
Enjoy a fully private safari with your own vehicle and professional guide
Experience exceptional Big Five wildlife viewing
Discover the legendary Serengeti National Park
Explore the diverse habitats of Lake Manyara
Experience the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater
Stay in carefully selected luxury accommodation
Enjoy personalized game drives at your own pace
Excellent opportunities for wildlife photography
Experience the Great Wildebeest Migration when seasonally available
Perfect balance of luxury, comfort, adventure, and authentic African experiences
Ideal for honeymooners, couples, families, photographers, and first-time Tanzania visitors
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and transferred by private vehicle to your luxury hotel in Arusha. Settle into your comfortable accommodation and enjoy the remainder of the day relaxing after your flight. Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy an optional Arusha city experience, visit a local coffee estate, or simply relax at your hotel before your unforgettable Tanzania luxury safari begins.
Accommodation: Luxury Hotel in Arusha
After breakfast, depart Arusha in your private 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser and journey towards Lake Manyara National Park, travelling through the scenic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley. Upon arrival, begin your private game drive through the park's diverse habitats, including groundwater forests, open grasslands, acacia woodlands, and the shores of Lake Manyara. Watch for large elephant herds, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, hippos, monkeys, flamingos, and numerous bird species. You may also encounter Lake Manyara's famous tree-climbing lions. After your wildlife adventure, continue to your luxury lodge for dinner and relaxation.
Accommodation: Luxury Safari Lodge or Luxury Tented Camp near Lake Manyara
After breakfast, depart Lake Manyara and travel towards the legendary Serengeti National Park, enjoying spectacular views of the Tanzanian countryside and highlands along the way. As you enter the Serengeti, the landscape gradually transforms into vast golden savannah plains renowned for some of Africa's finest wildlife viewing. Enjoy an afternoon game drive in search of lions, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, cheetahs, leopards, hyenas, and other wildlife. Depending on the season and location of the herds, you may also witness the Great Wildebeest Migration. Return to your luxury safari lodge or premium tented camp for dinner and an unforgettable evening in the African wilderness.
Accommodation: Luxury Safari Lodge or Luxury Tented Camp in the Serengeti National Park
Spend a full day exploring the spectacular Serengeti National Park on private game drives accompanied by your professional English-speaking safari guide. Follow the movement of wildlife across the endless plains and search for the legendary Big Five, including lions, elephants, leopards, buffaloes, and, with good fortune, rhinos. Depending on the season, explore areas where wildebeests and zebras gather during the Great Wildebeest Migration, while watching for dramatic predator-prey interactions involving lions, cheetahs, leopards, and hyenas. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your afternoon game drive. For an unforgettable experience, an optional sunrise Hot Air Balloon Safari can be arranged before returning to your luxury accommodation.
Accommodation: Luxury Safari Lodge or Luxury Tented Camp in the Serengeti National Park
Enjoy an early morning game drive in the Serengeti as the African wilderness comes alive. After breakfast, begin your scenic journey towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with opportunities for additional wildlife viewing along the way. Continue through the dramatic landscapes of the Ngorongoro Highlands before arriving at your luxury lodge on or near the crater rim. Enjoy breathtaking views across the ancient volcanic caldera and relax as the sun sets over the highlands. An optional visit to a traditional Maasai village or Olduvai Gorge can be arranged depending on your interests and itinerary timing.
Accommodation: Luxury Safari Lodge or Luxury Tented Camp in the Ngorongoro Highlands
After an early breakfast, descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for a private Big Five game drive. Explore the crater floor in search of lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, hyenas, flamingos, and the endangered black rhino. The crater's enclosed ecosystem provides exceptional opportunities for wildlife viewing and photography. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the designated crater area before ascending the crater walls and beginning your transfer to Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward journey.
Key reserves, habitats, and wildlife encounters on this safari route
The ideal months for wildlife viewing and safari experiences in East Africa
Private 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser throughout the safari
Professional English-speaking safari driver-guide
Luxury hotel accommodation in Arusha
Luxury safari lodges and premium tented camps
Full board meals during the safari
All scheduled private game drives as per the itinerary
Park entrance fees to Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Ngorongoro Crater service and conservation fees
Bottled drinking water during game drives
Airport transfers from Kilimanjaro International Airport
Government taxes and statutory levies
International and domestic flights
Tanzania visa fees (where applicable)
Comprehensive travel insurance
Drinks, beverages, and personal expenses
Tips and gratuities for your safari guide and lodge staff
Optional Serengeti Hot Air Balloon Safari
Optional Maasai cultural village visit
Optional Olduvai Gorge visit
Optional activities not specified in the itinerary
Practical advice to help you prepare for a smooth and rewarding safari
Common questions about this safari itinerary and travelling with Pita Safaris
Explore the beauty of our safari destinations through our photo gallery
Kenya
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport · Nairobi · Masai Mara National Reserve · Lake Nakuru National Park · Lake Naivasha · Hell’s Gate National Park · Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Kenya
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport · Nairobi · Aberdare National Park · Samburu National Reserve · Ol Pejeta Conservancy · Lake Nakuru National Park · Masai Mara National Reserve · Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Tanzania
Kilimanjaro International Airport · Arusha · Arusha National Park · Arusha · Tarangire National Park · Lake Manyara National Park · Ngorongoro Highlands · Ngorongoro Crater · Kilimanjaro International Airport