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10-Day Luxury Grand Tanzania Safari
Safari

10-Day Luxury Grand Tanzania Safari

The ultimate Tanzania journey combining the northern and southern circuits in uncompromising luxury.

10 Days / 9 Nights
2-4 Guests
Easy
From $3,800 pp
3 Accommodation Tiers
Duration 10 Days / 9 Nights
Accommodation Budget · Mid-Range · Luxury
Group Size 2-4 Guests
Tour Type private

Safari Overview

This ten-day luxury grand safari is our most comprehensive itinerary, combining the iconic northern circuit parks with a fly-in extension to either Ruaha or Nyerere in the south, creating a panoramic portrait of Tanzania's extraordinary wildlife heritage. It is designed for discerning travelers who want to experience the full breadth of Tanzania's safari offerings. The journey begins in the north with Tarangire, Ngorongoro, and three days in the Serengeti, all with luxury accommodation and private guiding. You then fly south to either Ruaha or Nyerere (Selous), where the character of the safari shifts to an even more remote and exclusive experience. Walking safaris, boat excursions, and the chance to see species not found in the north, such as African wild dog, sable antelope, and greater kudu, add new dimensions to your Tanzania story. Throughout the journey, you stay at the finest properties in each location, fly between destinations to minimize travel time, and benefit from the expertise of specialist guides who bring each ecosystem to life. This is a safari for those who have the time to do Tanzania justice, experiencing not just its headline attractions but the deeper layers of wilderness, culture, and natural beauty that make this country one of the greatest safari destinations on Earth.

Tour Highlights

  • Northern and southern circuit combination
  • Internal flights between parks
  • Finest luxury properties
  • Walking safaris and boat excursions
  • Ten days of exclusive guiding

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you are met by your private driver and transferred to the elegant Arusha Coffee Lodge, set among one of Tanzania's largest coffee plantations. Depending on your arrival time, relax by the pool or take a guided walk through the plantation to learn about Tanzanian coffee production. Enjoy a welcome dinner featuring locally sourced cuisine as you prepare for the adventures ahead.
Accommodation: Arusha Coffee Lodge
Meals: 1, 1, 1
After a leisurely breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park in your private four-wheel-drive safari vehicle. Spend the day on game drives through the baobab-studded landscape, watching massive elephant herds navigate the riverine terrain and searching for lions, leopards, and the park's incredible birdlife. Arrive at the exclusive Tarangire Treetops Lodge for an evening of luxury in the wilderness, with your treehouse suite perched among ancient baobab branches.
Accommodation: Tarangire Treetops Lodge
Meals: 1, 1, 1
Depart Tarangire and drive through the Rift Valley highlands to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, passing through Maasai lands and the bustling market town of Karatu. Arrive at the legendary Ngorongoro Crater Lodge on the crater rim, where Maasai-inspired architecture meets European elegance. Spend the afternoon on your private veranda, gazing into the vast caldera below while your butler prepares afternoon tea.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Crater Lodge
Meals: 1, 1, 1
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater at dawn for a full morning of private game driving on the crater floor. This ancient caldera is home to roughly 25,000 animals and offers the best chance in Tanzania to see the endangered black rhino. Explore the Lerai Forest, the shores of Lake Makat, and the open grasslands where lion prides and hyena clans compete for territory. Return to the lodge for a late lunch and an afternoon at leisure on the crater rim.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Crater Lodge
Meals: 1, 1, 1
Drive from the Ngorongoro highlands down into the vast Serengeti, stopping at Olduvai Gorge to explore the archaeological museum. Enter the Serengeti and feel the immensity of the endless plains unfold before you. Arrive at the Four Seasons Safari Lodge, where infinity pools overlook a natural watering hole and your luxury suite provides uninterrupted views across the savannah. Enjoy an afternoon game drive as the golden hour light transforms the landscape.
Accommodation: Four Seasons Safari Lodge
Meals: 1, 1, 1
A full day of private game drives through the Serengeti, with morning and afternoon excursions separated by a return to the lodge for a gourmet lunch and time to enjoy the spa or infinity pool. The central Serengeti offers extraordinary big cat sightings, and your guide will seek out lion prides on the kopjes, cheetahs scanning the grasslands, and leopards hidden in the riverine forest along the Seronera River.
Accommodation: Four Seasons Safari Lodge
Meals: 1, 1, 1
Your final day in the Serengeti begins with an optional hot air balloon flight at dawn, drifting silently over the plains as the wildlife awakens below, followed by a champagne bush breakfast. Spend the remainder of the day on game drives, venturing to areas of the park you have not yet explored. Your guide will ensure you encounter the full spectrum of Serengeti wildlife, from the smallest dik-dik to the largest elephant.
Accommodation: Four Seasons Safari Lodge
Meals: 1, 1, 1
Transfer to a Serengeti airstrip for your bush flight to Zanzibar, the Spice Island of the Indian Ocean. The flight offers stunning aerial views of the Tanzanian landscape as you transition from savannah to the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. Arrive in Zanzibar and transfer to the Park Hyatt Zanzibar in Stone Town, a masterpiece of restoration blending Omani and Swahili architecture. Spend the evening exploring the atmospheric lanes of Stone Town and dining on fresh seafood.
Accommodation: Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Meals: 1, 1, 1
Begin with a private guided walking tour of Stone Town, the UNESCO World Heritage historic quarter, visiting the Sultan's Palace, the House of Wonders, and the atmospheric narrow streets lined with intricately carved wooden doors. In the afternoon, venture into the island's lush interior for a spice plantation tour where you will taste fresh vanilla, cloves, cardamom, and cinnamon straight from the source. Return to the Park Hyatt for an elegant dinner.
Accommodation: Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Meals: 1, 1, 1
Enjoy a leisurely final breakfast at the Park Hyatt before your transfer to Zanzibar International Airport. Depending on your flight time, there may be time for last-minute shopping in Stone Town's curio markets or a final stroll through the historic lanes before saying goodbye to this enchanting island.

What's Included & Excluded

Included

  • Park entrance fees for all national parks
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
  • All accommodations as listed
  • All meals during safari (full board)
  • Drinking water in the vehicle
  • Airport transfers
  • Government taxes and fees

Excluded

  • International flights
  • Visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Optional balloon safari

Choose Your Experience

Same incredible itinerary, your choice of comfort level. All rates include park fees, accommodations, meals, and transport as listed above.

Budget

Camping & basic lodges

$3,800
per person (low season)
  • Peak Season (Jun-Oct): $4,500
  • Shoulder (Nov-Feb): $4,150
  • Low Season (Mar-May): $3,800
  • Single supplement: from $570
  • Child (5-12): from $2,660
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Luxury

Premium lodges & luxury camps

$10,500
per person (low season)
  • Peak Season (Jun-Oct): $12,000
  • Shoulder (Nov-Feb): $11,200
  • Low Season (Mar-May): $10,500
  • Single supplement: from $1,500
  • Child (5-12): from $7,350
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Prices are in USD per person sharing. Children aged 5-12 receive discounted rates shown above. Children under 5 are free. Request an exact quote for your group.

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