This 8-day high-end luxury safari takes you through Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations, offering a blend of adventure and elegance.
8 Days Tanzania High-End Luxury Safari
Your journey begins in Tarangire National Park, where ancient baobab trees and large elephant herds dominate the landscape. Then continue to Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions, hippos, and rich birdlife.
The highlight of your safari will be an extended stay in the legendary Serengeti National Park, where endless plains are home to the Great Migration and some of the highest concentrations of predators in the world. Multiple game drives maximize your chances of spotting unforgettable wildlife moments.
Finally, descend into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site often called Africa’s Eden. With luxury lodges and tented camps throughout your safari, you’ll enjoy unmatched comfort, fine dining, and warm Tanzanian hospitality at every stop.
8 Days Tanzania High-End Luxury Safari
From elephant herds in Tarangire and flamingos at Lake Manyara to the vast Serengeti plains and the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, each day brings new wonders.
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you’ll be warmly welcomed by your professional guide and transferred to your luxury lodge in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, you can relax by the pool, enjoy the lush gardens, or simply rest after your journey. In the evening, a delicious dinner awaits as you prepare for the start of your Tanzanian adventure.
Meals: Dinner | Accommodation: Luxury Lodge in Arusha
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, a true gem known for its massive herds of elephants and centuries-old baobab trees. The Tarangire River runs through the park, attracting an incredible variety of wildlife, especially during the dry season. You’ll enjoy an afternoon game drive, with opportunities to spot elephants, lions, giraffes, wildebeest, and over 500 bird species. In the evening, unwind at your high-end lodge with sweeping views of the wilderness.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Luxury Lodge in Tarangire
Today is devoted entirely to exploring Tarangire. A full-day game drive allows you to go deeper into the park, where fewer crowds ensure a more intimate safari experience. Look out for predators on the prowl, playful elephant calves, and majestic kudu or oryx grazing in the grasslands. Between drives, enjoy a picnic lunch in a scenic spot before returning to your lodge for a gourmet dinner and a relaxing evening under the stars.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Luxury Lodge in Tarangire
After breakfast, head toward the scenic Lake Manyara National Park, set against the dramatic backdrop of the Great Rift Valley escarpment. Famous for its tree-climbing lions and flocks of pink flamingos, the park also offers lush forests filled with baboons and blue monkeys. On your game drive, you may also see elephants, hippos, and giraffes. In the evening, check in to a luxurious lodge with panoramic views of the lake or surrounding landscapes.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Luxury Lodge near Lake Manyara
This morning, journey toward the world-famous Serengeti National Park. Along the way, you’ll pass through the Ngorongoro Highlands, where rolling hills and Maasai villages dot the landscape. Upon entering the Serengeti, game viewing begins immediately. Expect to encounter wildebeest herds, zebras, gazelles, and predators lurking nearby. Arrive at your luxury tented camp in time to enjoy a sundowner and dinner in the heart of the Serengeti wilderness.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Luxury Tented Camp in Serengeti
Spend the entire day exploring the Serengeti’s endless plains, which teem with wildlife. Depending on the season, you may witness the awe-inspiring Great Migration, where thousands of wildebeest and zebras move in search of greener pastures. Even outside migration months, the Serengeti offers some of the best predator sightings in Africa, from lions to cheetahs and leopards. After an adventurous day, return to your camp for a warm shower, fine dining, and stories by the campfire.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Luxury Tented Camp in Serengeti
After breakfast and a final morning game drive in the Serengeti, you’ll head toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. En route, you can stop at Olduvai Gorge, one of the world’s most significant paleoanthropological sites, often called the “Cradle of Mankind.” Arrive at your luxury lodge perched on the crater rim, where you can enjoy breathtaking views of this natural wonder while relaxing with a drink as the sun sets.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Luxury Lodge on Ngorongoro Crater Rim
On your final day, descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most wildlife-rich areas in Africa. The crater floor is home to elephants, hippos, buffalo, lions, and the elusive black rhino. With its unique ecosystem of grasslands, swamps, and forests, this natural sanctuary offers spectacular wildlife viewing in a single day. After a picnic lunch, begin your return journey to Arusha, where you’ll either be dropped off at your hotel or transferred to the airport for your departure.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
8 Days Tanzania High-End Luxury Safari
Includes
- 7 nights in high-end luxury lodges/tented camps
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- All park entry fees and crater service fees
- Daily meals as per itinerary
- Bottled drinking water during safari
- Airport transfers
Excludes
- International flights
- Visa fees for Tanzania
- Travel insurance
- Tips for driver/guide and lodge staff
- Drinks at lodges and camps
- Optional activities not listed
8 Days Tanzania High-End Luxury Safari FAQs
Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater.
Two nights, offering plenty of time for game drives and migration viewing.
High-end luxury lodges and tented safari camps with top-class service.
Yes, if you visit during migration months (June–October or December–March).
Yes, your safari vehicle and guide are exclusively for you.
Yes, full board meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) are provided daily.
Yes, it’s suitable for families. Some lodges have family suites and child-friendly services.
Most luxury lodges and camps provide Wi-Fi, though coverage can be limited.
Yes, most travelers need a visa, available online or on arrival.
Absolutely, many travelers choose to end their safari with a luxury stay in Zanzibar.
