AUTHENTIC TANZANIA
From $6,315/Person
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Tanzania, where breathtaking landscapes and rich wildlife experiences await.
This itinerary begins in Arusha, the vibrant gateway to the northern safari circuit, nestled at the foot of Mount Meru. From there, explore the serene beauty of Lake Burunge, a hidden gem near Tarangire National Park known for its birdlife and peaceful surroundings. Continue to the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world’…
Highlights
- Half Board Accommodation for 1 Night in Arusha incl. breakfast dinner
- Full Board Accommodation for 8 Nights on safari incl. breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Extra Meals: Packed Lunches while on safari
- Water throughout the safari incl. 1x Refillable Water Bottle
- Local Drinks at Neptune Ngorongoro & Kubu Kubu (except champagne & premium brands)
- Airport Transfer on day of arrival between JRO and Arusha/Katambuga
- Exclusive Use & Unlimited Mileage in 1x Safari Vehicle on safari
- 4x4 customized Toyota Landcruiser
- No fuel or mileage limitation
- Pop-up roof, sliding windows, seat belts, refrigerator, charging outlets for cameras/phones
- Professional English-Speaking Driver/Guide
- Scheduled Flight with Auric Air from Serengeti/Seronera to JRO
- Luggage Limitation of 20 kg per person incl. hand luggage
- Note Plane Size: Cessna 12-Seater Plane
- Park Entrance Fees for Tarangire NP; Manyara NP; NCA + Ngorongoro Crater; Serengeti NP
- Wildlife Management Fees for overnight at Burunge Tented Lodge
- Concession Fees for overnight at Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge
- Game Drives in Tarangire NP, Manyara NP; Ngorongoro Crater; Serengeti NP
- Government Taxes and VAT
Excluded
International Flights
Visa to enter the country
Items of personal nature
Gratuities & Tipping
Drinks & Laundry Service
Optional Activities
Itinerary
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- Day 01
Arrival | Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport and after clearing immigration and passport control, you will be warmly welcomed by your driver/guide waiting outside the terminal. You will then be transferred to the western side of Arusha Town for check-in, followed by dinner and an overnight stay. (D) - Day 02
Arusha | Lake Burunge
In the morning, a representative will provide a detailed safari briefing—an excellent opportunity to ask any final questions about your upcoming adventure. Later in the day, travel to the Tarangire region for an enriching cultural experience with the Maasai community. Visit a traditional Boma, a homestead typical of Maasai life, and gain authentic insight into their customs, lifestyle, and heritage. This visit is arranged in the Tarangire area, where the experience remains more genuine. After the visit, continue to your lodge, located just outside Tarangire National Park within a protected wildlife corridor, where you’ll spend the night surrounded by nature. (B,L,D) - Day 03
Lake Burunge
Today is dedicated to exploring the wildlife-rich Tarangire National Park on full-day game drives, with packed lunches enjoyed in the bush. Renowned for its impressive populations of elephants and iconic baobab trees, Tarangire offers a classic safari experience. As part of a larger ecosystem, the park’s wildlife concentration varies with the seasons, offering unique sightings and dynamic landscapes throughout the year. (B,L,D) - Day 04
Lake Burunge
Spend the day on exhilarating game drives through Tarangire National Park, setting off with packed lunches to make the most of your time in the wild. This remarkable park is famed for its massive elephant herds and ancient, towering baobab trees that dominate the landscape. As part of a broader ecosystem, Tarangire’s wildlife sightings vary with the seasons—densely populated during the dry months as animals gather around the Tarangire River, and more dispersed during the rains when water becomes plentiful. (B,L,D) - Day 05
Karatu
After breakfast, depart with packed lunches for a game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, a scenic gem nestled between the towering Rift Valley escarpment and the shimmering, alkaline lake. The park offers diverse habitats and wildlife experiences: the dry season (June to October) is ideal for spotting large mammals like elephants, giraffes, zebras, and predators, while the wet season (November to May) transforms the area into a birdwatcher’s paradise. In the afternoon, continue to Karatu, a charming highland town, for check-in, dinner, and an overnight stay. (B,L,D) - Day 06
Karatu
After breakfast, depart with a picnic lunch for a full-day game drive in the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, one of the world’s largest intact volcanic calderas and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This natural haven supports an incredible diversity of wildlife, including prides of lions, large-tusked elephants nourished by the mineral-rich soil, abundant plains game, hippos, and a wide variety of bird species. With a bit of luck, you may even spot the elusive and critically endangered black rhinoceros. In the afternoon, return to your lodge in Karatu for dinner and overnight. (B,LD) - Day 07
Serengeti National Park
Today, journey by road to the legendary Serengeti National Park, enjoying a picnic lunch en route. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1981, the Serengeti is Tanzania’s most iconic safari destination, celebrated for its abundant wildlife and sweeping savannahs. Game viewing here is exceptional year-round, with resident species including buffalo, elephants, giraffes, hippos, crocodiles, cheetahs, leopards, hyenas, servals, lions, wildebeest, zebras, warthogs, and many more. Depending on the season, you may also witness the awe-inspiring Great Wildebeest Migration, as vast herds of wildebeest—joined by gazelles and zebras—move across the Central Serengeti in search of fresh grazing. The park is also a paradise for bird enthusiasts, home to over 500 recorded bird species. Beyond the wildlife, the Serengeti’s landscapes are breathtaking—endless golden plains stretching to the horizon, especially magical at sunset. Spend the next three days immersed in game drives across the park’s diverse ecosystems. (B,L,D) - Day 08
Serengeti National Park
Today you will spend the day on a game drive within the park. (B,L,D) - Day 09
Serengeti National Park
Today, enjoy a full day of thrilling game drives through the vast and wildlife-rich Serengeti National Park, exploring its diverse landscapes and encountering its incredible array of animals. (B,L,D) - Day 10
Departure | Serengeti National Park | Seronera Airstrip
Transfer to Seronera Airstrip within Serengeti National Park. After bidding farewell to your driver/guide, board your scheduled flight back to Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you’ll either catch your flight home or continue to your next exciting adventure! (B)
Accommodation
Hotels

KATAMBUGA HOUSE
1 Nights
Set in lush gardens filled with birdsong and surrounded by coffee estates, Katambuga House is an oasis of tranquility within Arusha – the gateway to your immersive Tanzanian safari experience. Located in expansive tropical gardens with Mount Meru in the background. An excellent starting point for a safari to the national parks of Tanzania. Only 10 minutes to Arusha’s domestic airport.The main house features four bedrooms with king-sized beds. The…

NEPTUNE NGORONGORO LODGE
2 Nights
Set in 50 acres of virgin Tanzanian bush in the Ngorongoro volcanic landscape, this all suites wood log cabin style retreat is located a few steps from the Game Reserve Gate and 20 minutes drive away from the Ngorongoro Crater that is said to have the densest concentration of wildlife in Africa. This all-inclusive property features 20 spacious private log cabins with a fireplace, a restaurant, a bar, and conference facilities. Indulge in moments…

KUBU KUBU TENTED LODGE
3 Nights
Kubu Kubu is the latest addition to the portfolio of properties of Tanganyika Wilderness Camps. This camp is strategically located to ensure that all areas of the Serengeti are within reach of our guests, including legendary locations like the famous Maasai kopjes, Seronera and the Grumeti River. It has been designed with a modern African decorative style that creates a fresh and bright atmosphere, but very cozy and with the right amount of luxur…

LAKE BURUNGE TENTED LODGE
3 Nights
Located just 10 minutes from Tarangire National Park, accessible through the Sangaiwe Gate and 30 to Tarangire main entrance. Lake Burunge Tented Camp offers 38 rooms, including 20 standard tents and 8 family tents, all nestled in a shady grove with breathtaking views of Lake Burunge. Nearest Airstrip: Tarangire/Manyara, approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes away. Activities: Game drives in Tarangire National Park Guided nature walks Visits to a lo…





