9 Days / 8 Nights
Deluxe Tanzania Safari
Arusha → Tarangire → Lake Manyara → Serengeti → Ngorongoro Crater → Arusha
VIP travellers, honeymooners, luxury seekers, special celebrations
Safari Overview
Experience Tanzania in absolute style with Globotrek’s 9-Day Deluxe Safari. This carefully crafted journey combines the best wildlife destinations in the Northern Circuit with world-class luxury lodges and premium tented camps.
You will enjoy private game drives, gourmet dining, personalized service, and exclusive touches throughout your safari. From the elephant herds of Tarangire to the endless plains of the Serengeti and the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, every moment is designed for comfort and wonder.
This is more than a safari — it is a deluxe African adventure.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Highlights: VIP airport meet & greet, welcome dinner, luxury lodge relaxation
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be met by a Globotrek representative and transferred to your luxury lodge in Arusha. Enjoy a welcome drink and freshen up as you prepare for your deluxe safari. In the evening, enjoy a gourmet welcome dinner with views of Mount Meru.
Accommodation: Arusha Coffee Lodge or Gran Melia Arusha (Bed & Breakfast)
Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Arusha → Tarangire National Park
Highlights: Private game drive, giant baobabs, elephant herds, luxury bush lunch
After a leisurely breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park with your private driver-guide. Tarangire is famous for its massive elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse wildlife. Enjoy a private game drive with a gourmet picnic lunch in the bush. In the late afternoon, retire to your luxury lodge for sundowners and dinner.
Accommodation: Tarangire Treetops or Sanctuary Swala (Full Board)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Tarangire → Lake Manyara National Park → Karatu
Highlights: Tree-climbing lions, flamingos, Rift Valley escarpment, luxury lodge
After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park. Enjoy a private game drive through the lush groundwater forest and along the lake shore. Lake Manyara is known for its tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and stunning Rift Valley views. After a gourmet lunch, continue to Karatu for dinner and overnight at a deluxe lodge.
Accommodation: Gibb’s Farm or The Manor at Ngorongoro (Full Board)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Karatu → Central Serengeti
Highlights: Scenic drive through Ngorongoro, first Serengeti game drive
After an early breakfast, depart for the Central Serengeti via the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Stop at viewpoints along the crater rim before continuing to the Serengeti. Enjoy a game drive en route. Arrive at your luxury camp in the late afternoon for sundowners and dinner.
Accommodation: Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti or Singita Sasakwa Lodge (Full Board)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Full Day Central Serengeti
Highlights: Sunrise game drive, big cats, optional hot air balloon safari
Spend a full day exploring the Central Serengeti with morning and afternoon private game drives. Start early to witness predators on the hunt and the sunrise over the savannah. Optional: hot air balloon safari at dawn followed by a champagne breakfast in the bush (at extra cost). Enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch in the wild and continue your wildlife adventure.
Accommodation: Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti or Singita Sasakwa Lodge (Full Board)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Full Day Serengeti (Western Corridor or Northern Serengeti)
Highlights: Deeper wilderness, Great Migration (seasonal), photography
Another full day in the Serengeti. Depending on the season, you may explore the Western Corridor or the Northern Serengeti. Enjoy private game drives, gourmet meals, and the stunning landscapes. This is your chance to see the Great Migration river crossings (July–October) or the calving season (December–February).
Accommodation: Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti or Singita Sasakwa Lodge (Full Board)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Serengeti → Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Highlights: Game drive en route, Maasai cultural visit, crater rim views
After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in the Serengeti before departing for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Stop for a cultural visit to a Maasai village (optional). Arrive at your luxury lodge perched on the crater rim for breathtaking views. Enjoy sundowners and a gourmet dinner overlooking the crater.
Accommodation: &Beyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge or The Highlands (Full Board)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater Full Day
Highlights: Big Five, crater floor game drive, gourmet picnic lunch
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day private game drive. The crater is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best places in Africa to see the Big Five in a single day. Enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch on the crater floor surrounded by wildlife. In the late afternoon, ascend the crater rim and return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: &Beyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge or The Highlands (Full Board)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9: Ngorongoro → Arusha → Departure
Highlights: Scenic drive, souvenir shopping, VIP airport transfer
After breakfast, drive back to Arusha. Enjoy a farewell lunch in Arusha and, if time allows, visit a local market or cultural centre. Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your departure flight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
INCLUDES
Professional, English-speaking safari guide
Accommodation in Arusha before the safari
All safari accommodation (full board during safari)
Park entry fees and government taxes (VAT included)
Private 4×4 Toyota Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
Unlimited game drives with no mileage restrictions
Unlimited bottled drinking water during safari
Airport transfers (arrival & departure)
EXCLUDES
International and domestic flights
Visa fees and travel insurance
Personal expenses (laundry, souvenirs, drinks, etc.)
Tips and gratuities for guides and camp staff
Alcoholic and soft drinks at lodges/camps
Optional activities (Maasai village, balloon safari, etc.)
Accommodation upgrades or extra nights in Arusha
Any services not mentioned under Price Includes
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