Arusha * Tarangire * Lake Manyara * Ngorongoro Crater * Serengeti National Park
An extraordinary adventure into the wild heart of Tanzania! This 8-night safari using the luxurious Melia safari lodges takes you on a thrilling journey through the mesmerizing landscapes and incredible wildlife of Tanzania.
If you arrive into Kilimanjaro Airport, the 8 night version gives you a night near Arusha (to allow for the timing of some international arrival flights, and also giving you time to recover from jetlag/travelling.) The safari itself starts in Arusha town after lunch on the following day. You drive to Tarangire National park, then to Lake Manyara. The you continue to the Ngorongoro Crater and you end with the magnificent Serengeti National Park. It is ideal if you want to visit the main game parks in Tanzania and like the comfort of a safari lodge rather than staying under canvas.
Note on Number of people
The main price assumes a privately guided road safari for 2 people. We show the price if you are 4 people as well. If you are more, then the price will reduce a little as well. Contact us for a tailormade quote.
This safari can also be offered on a scheduled seat-in-vehicle basis. This is ideal if you are a single person or you need to bring the price down. The scheduled version departs every Sunday. But for 2 people or more. we strongly recommend it as a privately guided safari, as it is hardly any more. Contact us if you want a quote on this.
Enquire with us about an optional extension to Zanzibar. This is easily arranged as there are direct flights from Arusha to the island, and sometimes even from Seronera Airstrip at certain times of year (with refueling in Arusha).
We can tailor a 3-5 night extension to suit your preferred accommodation style.
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Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport by scheduled flight (booked by agent or on own arrangements). You clear customs and immigration formalities and are met outside opposite the Arrivals Hall by our Ranger Safaris representative. They will assist you to your transfer vehicle for your transfer to the hotel.
An oasis within Arusha set in 18 acres of beautiful, landscaped coffee and tea plantations. Pure tranquillity with spectacular views of Mount Meru. Gran Meliá Arusha offers a unique experience with luxuriously decorated rooms and a variety of dining options.
Following breakfast and your safari briefing, you depart by private 4×4 safari vehicle to Tarangire National Park. Once you pass the park gate, you game view en route to the lodge arriving for lunch.  Following lunch and a chance to enjoy the lodge’s facilities, you have an afternoon game drive returning to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Tarangire Ndovu Tented Lodge is located in the heart of Tarangire National Park, Tanzania’s wild land of elephant herds and landscapes.
The camp is open all year around and especially during the dry months, the massive elephant herds travel through the corridor between Manyara and Tarangire and spend their time in and around the park. This is because of their ability to uncover permanent sources of fresh water. We endeavour to retain the uniqueness and intimacy of the camp, while being directed by the location, wildlife and other factors of responsible tourism.
Depart to Lake Manyara and the Great Rift Valley region. Stop at Ol Mesera Manyara Restaurant in Mto wa Mbu for lunch (excludes drinks) with Makonde carving show and experience. Then continue to Ngorongoro Conservation Area arriving at the lodge in the afternoon for a chance to enjoy the views of the Ngorongoro Crater. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Ngorongoro Lodge belongs to a collection of unique and exclusive hotels with their own personality. Enjoy a magnificent experience in a fascinating natural environment full of history, culture, and biodiversity.
Early departure and descend to the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater. You game drive in this paradise. With a space of only 102 square miles and a resident wildlife population of more than 30,000 mammals, there is a great chance that you might see all the big five. A picnic lunch box is provided at a scenic picnic site within the crater. In the afternoon, you return to the rim of the crater and your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Depart to Serengeti National Park arriving at the lodge for lunch. You stop at Olduvai Gorge for a chance to see the site where the Leakey family made several important archaeological discoveries. A small museum with some of the artifacts found can be viewed. You also visit a cultural Maasai village.  Continue into Serengeti National Park and a hot lunch provided at the Miracle Experience Seronera restaurant (from set menu) (excludes drinks).  Following lunch, you depart and head west towards the Mbalageti Hills with game viewing en route viewing the abundant wildlife. Arrive at your lodge in the late afternoon for time to freshen up followed by dinner and overnight.
In harmony with the fabulous natural surroundings of the Serengeti National Park, this hotel offers an intense wildlife experience accompanied by all the comforts of the most exclusive accommodation.
You have a choice of early morning, morning and afternoon game drives with meals at the lodge or depart on a full day game drive with picnic lunch. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Optional Hot Air Balloon ride
Early morning shared transfer in the balloon company vehicle to the balloon staging site. You meet the pilot who provides a safety briefing while the crew inflate the hot air balloon. At sunrise, your shared hot air balloon lifts off over the African plains. At times, your pilot will ascend to a higher altitude to give you an overview of the ecosystem. Then you descend to treetop level to silently observe the wildlife from above. After about 50 minutes, you land and are met by the balloon staff to transport you to your shared bush breakfast. You then return to your camp or lodge.
Please note that the cost is NOT included in the main quotation and shown separately.
Morning and afternoon game drives with meals and overnight at the lodge.
Final game drive en route to Seronera airstrip. Fly by scheduled flight to Arusha Airport departing 11:00 arriving 12:20. You are met on arrival and transferred to Saana Restaurant for lunch (excludes drinks). Then transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight (Note: Onward flight is not included at this stage).
You could also opt to continue to Zanzibar for some beach R&R.
This is a set tour using specific camps. However many tours can be adapted. Chat to us about your options. It excludes international flights but includes an estimate for all domestic or regional flights within the tour.
Full Board basis, all meals, bottled/filtered water, juice, local beer, house wine by the glass, non-premium spirits
EXCLUDESExcludes premium drinks and laundry. Optional shared hot air balloon safari
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