Luxury Northern Tanzania Safari Itinerary
(8 Days / 7 Nights)
This luxury fly-in safari showcases the iconic highlights of Northern Tanzania in comfort and style. Stay in handpicked five-star lodges and exclusive tented camps as you explore the world-renowned Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park, and Lake Manyara. Enjoy private game drives, gourmet dining, and seamless travel logistics throughout.
Luxury Tanzania Highlights Safari: The Ultimate African Escape
From the endless plains of the Serengeti to the caldera of the Ngorongoro Crater, and on to the turquoise waters of Zanzibar, a Luxury Tanzania Highlights Safari delivers Africa at its most spectacular — and sophisticated. This is a journey for discerning travellers who seek the very best of Tanzania: the finest wildlife encounters, the most exclusive camps, and seamless, fly-in comfort from start to finish.
Enjoy private game drives in predator-rich reserves, sunrise hot-air balloon flights over migrating herds, and candlelit dinners in the bush under a sky full of stars. Then unwind on the coast, where barefoot luxury meets world-class service at Zanzibar’s top beach retreats or on a secluded private island.
Expect personalised service, elegant design, award-winning cuisine, and the kinds of unforgettable moments only Tanzania can provide.
Why Choose a Luxury Tanzania Safari?
A luxury safari in Tanzania combines the thrill of Africa’s wildest landscapes with five-star comfort, personalised service, and once-in-a-lifetime experiences. It’s not just about where you go — it’s how you experience it.
Imagine watching a pride of lions from the comfort of a private vehicle, with a professional guide who knows how to avoid the crowds. After a day of adventure, return to a tented suite with a plunge pool overlooking the plains, gourmet meals prepared by private chefs, and fine wines under the stars.
With luxury safaris, every detail is taken care of — from private airstrips and custom game drives to spa treatments and exclusive access to wildlife-rich areas far from the beaten path.
Whether you’re celebrating a honeymoon, travelling with family, or marking a milestone, a luxury Tanzania safari offers unparalleled intimacy, exclusivity, and elegance in the heart of the wild.
Luxury Tanzania Safari Overview
Discover the wild heart of Africa without compromising on comfort. Our luxury Tanzania safaris are designed for discerning travellers who seek extraordinary wildlife encounters, exceptional service, and effortless style.
From the vast, lion-stalked plains of the Serengeti to the misty rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, your journey unfolds in some of the world’s most iconic landscapes. Travel by light aircraft between destinations, enjoy the expertise of private guides, and stay in handpicked camps and lodges that combine exclusivity with natural beauty.
Expect personalised touches at every stage — whether it’s a private sundowner on a remote kopje, a champagne breakfast after a hot-air balloon flight, or a candlelit dinner served in the bush beneath a canopy of stars.
Every itinerary is tailor-made, balancing adventure with indulgence, privacy with immersion. Whether you’re travelling for a honeymoon, a milestone celebration, or simply to experience Africa at its best, our luxury safaris deliver unforgettable moments in wild, beautiful places — with every detail seamlessly taken care of.
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you’ll be met by a VIP host and transferred to your luxury lodge in Arusha. Relax in beautiful garden surroundings, enjoy spa treatments, or simply recover from your journey in comfort.
Overnight: Legendary Lodge or Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge.
Fly from Arusha to Tarangire. Enjoy your first game drive en route to your boutique camp on a private reserve. Spend two days exploring the baobab-dotted landscapes, known for large elephant herds, predators, and walking safaris.
Highlights: Private sundowners, night drives, and guided walks.
Overnight: Chem Chem Lodge or Nimali Tarangire.
Drive to Lake Manyara for a day of game viewing in this diverse park famous for tree-climbing lions and flamingos. Enjoy a picnic lunch and afternoon safari before continuing to your crater rim lodge.
Overnight: &Beyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge or Entamanu Private.
Descend early into the Ngorongoro Crater for a private game drive. Spot rhinos, lions, elephants, and hippos within this remarkable caldera. Enjoy a gourmet picnic on the crater floor.
Overnight: &Beyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge or Entamanu Private.
Descend early into the Ngorongoro Crater for a private game drive. Spot rhinos, lions, elephants, and hippos within this remarkable caldera. Enjoy a gourmet picnic on the crater floor.
Overnight: &Beyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge or Entamanu Private.
Fly into the Serengeti and transfer to your luxury lodge or mobile migration camp. Spend two days on safari in one of Africa’s greatest wildlife areas. Track big cats, witness the Great Migration (seasonal), and enjoy champagne bush breakfasts.
Overnight: Singita Sasakwa Lodge, Mwiba Lodge, or One Nature Nyaruswiga Serengeti.
Enjoy a final game drive before your scheduled flight back to Arusha. Relax at a day room or lodge before your international departure flight from Kilimanjaro.
Luxury Accommodation
Experience the wild in total comfort. Your safari accommodation blends seamlessly into Tanzania’s most breathtaking landscapes while offering the highest levels of service, privacy, and style.
Stay in elegantly designed tented suites or exclusive safari lodges set in prime wildlife locations — from the crater rim to the remote corners of the Serengeti. Each property offers spacious interiors, en-suite bathrooms, and private verandas with sweeping views of the savannah or forest. Many feature plunge pools, open-air showers, in-room fireplaces, and personal hosts to ensure a seamless stay.
Whether perched on a hilltop with panoramic views or tucked into a riverine forest where elephants wander past at sunset, these handpicked retreats combine world-class comfort with authentic safari atmosphere. Expect gourmet cuisine, carefully curated wines, and interiors that reflect the natural beauty and cultural richness of Tanzania.
This is safari living at its finest — luxurious, immersive, and utterly unforgettable.
Best Time for a Southern Tanzania Safari
June to October – Dry Season (Best Game Viewing)
– Ideal for game drives and walking safaris
– Wildlife is easier to spot
– Comfortable weather with little rainfall
Fly Camps & Mobile Setups
– Temporary, ultra-light setups in the wild
– For guests seeking a raw, adventurous connection with nature
– Often used as one-night add-ons during walking or boating safaris
November to March – Green Season
– Lush landscapes and fewer tourists
– Excellent birdwatching
– Some areas may be harder to access due to rain
April to May – Rainy Season
– Some lodges close due to heavy rains
– Limited access to certain parks
Travel created for your family
Each activity offers a unique experience depending on the season, so coordinating your visit with Ngasini Travel The company can ensure a well-timed adventure.
