Tanzania Private Safari 2028 - 10 Day Package from Arusha to Arusha

Welcome to Africa! Hotel rooms are available for mid-afternoon check-in

Drive south this morning to Tarangire National Park, a picturesque landscape defined by towering baobab trees, wide open savannas, and umbrella-shaped acacias. The Tarangire River serves as a vital permanent water source, drawing wildlife throughout the year and creating excellent game viewing opportunities. The park is especially renowned for its large elephant population, often seen gathering along the riverbanks or moving in impressive herds across the plains. After lunch, set out on your first game drive in search of the iconic “Big Five”, lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo, as well as the many other species that thrive in this beautiful and less visited reserve. As part of Globus family of brands Lighthouse Project, your visit contributes to Wildlife Conservation Network’s Lion Recovery Fund, aimed at recovering the lion population in Africa after more than half have been lost over the past 25 years. This is one example of our commitment to supporting the people and places we share with you.

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Includes meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives, venturing deeper into Tarangire’s diverse landscapes as wildlife gathers around the park’s many natural waterholes. These vital oases attract large herds of elephant, along with eland, zebra, Cape buffalo, and numerous other species drawn to the reliable water supply. Each outing provides fresh opportunities to observe animals up close, appreciate the park’s dramatic scenery, and experience the rhythms of Tarangire’s thriving ecosystem.

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Includes meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy a final morning game drive as you bid farewell to Tarangire and its sweeping baobab studded landscapes. Afterwards, continue your journey to your lodge in the Lake Manyara area, arriving in time for lunch. The afternoon is yours to relax and unwind at leisure, soaking in the serene surroundings before the adventures ahead.

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Includes meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Nestled among groundwater forests, open grassy plains, and the shimmering alkaline waters of its namesake lake, Lake Manyara National Park is a small but remarkably diverse sanctuary. It boasts the world’s largest concentration of baboons, and your morning game drive offers the perfect chance to observe these lively primates along with giraffe, hippo, and a wide array of other wildlife drawn to the park’s varied habitats. After exploring this vibrant ecosystem, continue your journey to your lodge set along the slopes of the Ngorongoro Crater, where sweeping views and cooler highland air await.

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Includes meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner

Spend the day exploring the remarkable Ngorongoro Crater, one of the world’s most extraordinary natural wonders. Formed millions of years ago, this is the largest intact, unflooded caldera on Earth, dropping more than 2,000 feet from rim to floor and spanning over 102 square miles of grasslands, swamps, forests, and freshwater springs. Its enclosed environment creates a thriving sanctuary for wildlife, offering some of the most reliable game viewing in Africa. Because many animals remain in the crater year round, you’ll have opportunities to see a stunning variety of species, including prides of lion, large bull elephants, colorful flocks of flamingos, hyena, buffalo, and more. Midday, you’ll pause to enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor, surrounded by breathtaking scenery and the abundance of animals that call this unique ecosystem home.

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Includes meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Journey today to the iconic Serengeti National Park, Tanzania’s largest and most celebrated wildlife sanctuary. Known worldwide as the stage for the spectacular Great Migration, where millions of wildebeest and zebra traverse the plains in search of fresh grazing, the Serengeti offers unforgettable game viewing in every season. After arriving and enjoying lunch, you’ll set out on an afternoon game drive across the park’s sweeping savannas, where predators, plains game, and dramatic scenery await at every turn.

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Includes meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Spanning approximately 5,700 square miles, Serengeti National Park lives up to its name, derived from the Maasai word siringit, meaning “endless plains.” This vast ecosystem stretches toward the horizon in every direction, creating an awe inspiring backdrop for some of Africa’s most iconic wildlife encounters. With your expert Driver/Guide, you’ll set out on both morning and afternoon game drives to delve deeper into these sweeping grasslands. Keep your eyes open for elusive leopard and the endangered black rhino, along with an abundance of other species such as cheetah, giraffe, gazelle, eland, hyena, and more. Each drive reveals new movement, new landscapes, and new opportunities to witness the Serengeti’s extraordinary concentration of wildlife.

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Includes meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Savor your final magical full day in this wildlife lover’s paradise with both morning and afternoon game drives. Follow your expert guide in search of your favorite animals, revisiting beloved sightings or venturing into new areas of the reserve. With a bit of luck, today may even reveal species that have eluded you so far, adding an exciting sense of anticipation to each outing.

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Includes meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy one final game drive this morning, taking in the last sights and sounds of the Serengeti as wildlife comes to life in the early hours. Later, you’ll fly back to Arusha, where a day room has been reserved at the Mount Meru Hotel for those with late flights, providing a comfortable place to relax, refresh, and prepare for your journey home. Please schedule departing flights for after 5:00 p.m. to allow ample time for transfers and check in. (B)