When you arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, a Serengeti Wildlife Safaris representative welcomes you warmly. Then we transfer you to your luxurious accommodation at Gran Melia Arusha, one of the premier hotels in Tanzania. As a trusted local expert in tailor-made luxury safaris, we make sure your journey starts smoothly and comfortably.

If time permits, you can join an optional city tour that we arrange for you. For example, you can explore the Cultural Heritage Art Gallery, vibrant local markets and the Maasai market. This gives you a glimpse into the rich culture of Arusha before you settle in.

This first day sets the stage for your safari. From here on, we provide personal service, luxury accommodation and expert-guided tours throughout your trip, including Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater and beyond.

Your Tanzania luxury safari with Serengeti Wildlife Safaris truly begins on Day 2 at the prestigious Gran Meliá Arusha. First, you enjoy a delicious breakfast. Then your private guide picks you up at 8:00 AM in a customized 4x4 open-roof safari vehicle.

Next, you travel to the spectacular Tarangire National Park, one of the most iconic parks in Tanzania's Northern Circuit. It is known for its large elephant herds, giant baobab trees and rich wildlife. During expertly guided game drives through varied landscapes, you may see lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and buffalo. The park also hosts over 500 bird species.

At lunchtime, you enjoy a gourmet picnic in a scenic spot inside the park, with panoramic views of the Tarangire River. After an exciting afternoon of wildlife viewing, we transfer you to the exclusive Manyara Secret Luxury Hotel. We chose it for its refined comfort, personal service and elegant atmosphere, so it is perfect for relaxing before the next day’s adventure.

After a hearty breakfast at Manyara Secret, your journey continues with a scenic drive to the world-famous Serengeti National Park. It is one of the best safari destinations in Africa. First, you spend 3 to 4 hours driving through the picturesque Ngorongoro Highlands, often with wildlife sightings along the way.

Weather permitting, you pause at the Ngorongoro Crater viewpoint for stunning panoramic views of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then you enjoy a fresh picnic lunch en route. After that, you enter the vast plains of Serengeti National Park, recently crowned Africa’s Leading National Park for the fourth consecutive year.

Afternoon game drive in the Serengeti

Your expert Serengeti Wildlife Safaris guide leads a captivating afternoon game drive in a private 4x4 vehicle with a pop-up roof. So keep your camera ready as you search for the Big Five: lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino. You may also see cheetahs, zebras, wildebeest, giraffes and a wide variety of birdlife. Throughout the day, you stay close to nature while enjoying total comfort.

Finally, as the sun sets over the golden savannah, you arrive at the luxurious Meliá Serengeti Lodge, one of the best safari lodges in Tanzania. We handpicked it for its elegance, service and eco-friendly design. The lodge also offers fine dining, exceptional views and a peaceful night in the heart of the Serengeti.

Experience a Full-Day Serengeti Safari with Serengeti Wildlife Safaris

Today you discover the magic of Tanzania on a full-day game drive in Serengeti National Park. From sunrise over the iconic plains to peaceful dusk, you enjoy thrilling wildlife encounters. The Serengeti is also the ultimate place to look for the Big Five in Tanzania: lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino.

Seasoned local guides drive you in a private 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof. Together you explore the park’s diverse habitats, which teem with cheetahs, zebras, wildebeest and giraffes. In addition, the park hosts over 500 species of birds.

This Serengeti National Park safari also offers optional extras, such as a breathtaking Serengeti hot air balloon safari or an intimate walking safari. After a rewarding day on the savannah, you then retreat to the elegant Meliá Serengeti Lodge. It is one of the top luxury safari lodges in Serengeti, with fine dining, modern comforts and serene views. Whether you book a honeymoon, a family holiday or a custom Serengeti safari package, we craft every moment with care.

Discover the magic of a luxury safari in Tanzania, starting with a sunrise game drive in Serengeti National Park. At 7:00 am, you set out in a private 4x4 safari vehicle. During these early hours, predators are most active, and the plains come alive with wildlife, including the Big Five.

As part of your Serengeti safari package, you then enjoy a gourmet bush breakfast in a scenic location. Afterwards, your expert guide continues the game drive, spotting lions, elephants, giraffes, cheetahs and some of the park’s 500-plus bird species. For a once-in-a-lifetime extra, you can also book a Serengeti hot air balloon safari over the savannah at sunrise (additional cost).

Around midday, you continue toward the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for dramatic landscapes and dense wildlife. Finally, in the evening, you relax and dine in style at the exclusive Meliá Ngorongoro Luxury Lodge, with world-class service and crater views. We manage every detail of this day, so you can simply enjoy the best of the Serengeti and Ngorongoro.

Your final safari day starts with an early adventure to the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You depart at 6:00 am with your expert guide in a private 4x4 safari vehicle. Then you descend into the 260-square-kilometer caldera for a game drive, with a packed breakfast in hand.

This natural wonder offers excellent chances to spot the Big Five, including the rare black rhino. You may also see lions, elephants, buffalo, hippos and some of more than 500 bird species. After 5 to 6 hours of wildlife viewing, we drive back to Arusha, arriving between 5:00 and 6:00 pm.

Onward travel from Arusha

From there, we transfer you to Gran Melia in Arusha, where you can reflect on your adventure. Alternatively, we drop you at Kilimanjaro International Airport for your international departure. We can also arrange a domestic flight to Zanzibar for a tropical beach extension.

If you are heading to the Spice Island, we recommend an evening flight between 7:00 pm and 10:00 pm, so the transition after your safari is smooth. For reliable connections, we suggest Air Tanzania or Precision Air. In this way, your luxury Tanzania safari ends as beautifully as it began.

As your journey with Serengeti Wildlife Safaris comes to a close, we offer a smooth and flexible airport transfer. Depending on your plans, we take you from Arusha to Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport. Whether you are heading home or continuing to the exotic Spice Island of Zanzibar, we also help you every step of the way.

If you are flying to Zanzibar, flights leave throughout the day from Arusha Airport. Trusted local airlines include, for example, Air Tanzania, Precision Air, Flightlink and Auric Air. In addition, our team can arrange your domestic flights, so your transfer is seamless and stress-free.

Thank you for choosing Serengeti Wildlife Safaris for your adventure in Tanzania. We truly appreciate your trust, and we look forward to welcoming you again for more incredible safaris. Safe travels and karibu tena!