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9-Day Private Lodge Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti, Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater

📅9 Days / 8 Nights
🦁Private Safari
👥Private — 2 to 6 People
💰$2,510
🌍 Safari Overview
9 Days / 8 Nights
Duration
Private — 2 to 6 People
Group Size
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Meals
June to October is the main dry-season window; January to February is another practical period for northern Tanzania.
Best Season
Private Safari
Tour Style
Private
Accommodation

This 9-day Tanzania safari follows a defined route through Tarangire, Serengeti, Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater. The sequence of parks and areas gives the itinerary its character, while the day-by-day plan sets the pace for drives, stops and overnight stays.

The daily plan moves through Arrival in Arusha, Arusha – Tarangire National Park, Mto wa Mbu – Serengeti National Park and the remaining scheduled stops.

The itinerary is arranged as a private departure, allowing the guide to manage driving time and stops around the agreed route. The published schedule should be checked against the requested travel dates before confirmation.

Overnight stays use the lodge or camp level shown in the package details, with the exact properties confirmed in the accommodation section. Group size, meal arrangements and included services should be reviewed together because they affect the practical cost of the route.

Listed inclusions include All national park entrance fees and conservation levies, Accommodation as specified, All meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.

✨ Safari Highlights

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Serengeti game drives
Drive across the Serengeti plains with time set aside for wildlife viewing.
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Ngorongoro Crater
Descend into the crater for a concentrated wildlife drive and crater-floor views.
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Tarangire landscapes
Explore Tarangire’s river corridor, baobabs and elephant country.
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Lake Manyara
Travel through Lake Manyara National Park for forest, lake and open-plain habitats.

📋 Day-by-Day Itinerary

1
Arrival in Arusha city
Arusha City
  • Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by a representative from Serengeti African Tours and transferred to your comfortable lodge in Arusha.
  • The remainder of the day is yours to relax and recover from your journey. Depending on your arrival time, you may choose to explore Arusha on an optional city tour, visit local markets, or simply enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of your lodge.
  • This overnight stay allows you to refresh and prepare for the unforgettable safari adventure that awaits across Tanzania's world-famous national parks.
🏕️Arusha Farm House
🍽️Breakfast
2
Arusha city - Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park
  • After an early breakfast, depart Arusha in your private 4×4 safari vehicle and journey to Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania's most spectacular wildlife destinations.
  • Known for its giant baobab trees and impressive elephant population, Tarangire offers outstanding game viewing throughout the year. The Tarangire River serves as the park's only permanent water source, attracting thousands of animals during the dry season.
  • Enjoy a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch while searching for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, impalas, and more than 500 bird species.
  • In the late afternoon, leave the park and continue to Mto wa Mbu for dinner and your overnight stay. Destination Information Category Details Drinks: All drinks included (excluding spirits and liquor)
🏕️Suricata Boma Lodge
🍽️Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Drinks: All drinks included (excluding spirits and liquor)
3
Mto wa Mbu - Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park
  • After breakfast, travel through the beautiful Ngorongoro Highlands before entering the legendary Serengeti National Park. Upon arrival, begin your afternoon game drive across the endless plains that have made the Serengeti famous worldwide. Search for lions, elephants, giraffes, cheetahs, leopards, hyenas, and large herds of zebras and wildebeests.
  • The Serengeti is home to the Great Migration, one of the world's greatest natural spectacles, where over two million animals move across the ecosystem in search of fresh grazing.
  • Arrive at your camp before sunset for dinner and a relaxing evening surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness. Destination Information Category Details Drinks: All drinks included (excluding spirits and liquor)
🏕️Land of Nature Camp
🍽️Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Drinks: All drinks included (excluding spirits and liquor)
4
Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti National Park
Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti National Park
  • Spend an unforgettable day exploring the endless plains of the Serengeti. Your experienced guide will lead you through different habitats in search of the Big Five and many other remarkable species. Watch predators stalking their prey, elephants roaming freely, giraffes feeding among acacia trees, and hippos relaxing in river pools.
  • Enjoy a picnic lunch in the heart of the park before continuing your afternoon game drive. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and another peaceful night beneath Africa's star-filled skies. Drinks: All drinks included (excluding spirits and liquor)
🏕️Land of Nature Camp
🍽️Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Drinks: All drinks included (excluding spirits and liquor)
5
Another Full-Day Safari in Serengeti National Park
Another Full-Day Safari in Serengeti National Park
  • Today offers another incredible opportunity to explore different regions of the Serengeti. Your guide will follow recent wildlife movements to maximise your chances of unforgettable sightings, including lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and, depending on the season, the spectacular Great Migration. Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by breathtaking scenery before continuing your afternoon safari.
  • Return to your camp for dinner and overnight. Drinks: All drinks included (excluding spirits and liquor)
🏕️Land of Nature Camp
🍽️Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Drinks: All drinks included (excluding spirits and liquor)
6
Serengeti National Park - Karatu town
Karatu
  • Enjoy one final morning game drive in the Serengeti before leaving the park. After a picnic lunch, travel through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area towards the beautiful farming town of Karatu.
  • The drive offers magnificent views of rolling hills, Maasai villages, and lush coffee plantations before arriving at your lodge. Relax and enjoy dinner while preparing for tomorrow's adventure inside the Ngorongoro Crater.
  • Drinks: All drinks included (excluding spirits and liquor)
🏕️Farm of Dreams Lodge
🍽️Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Drinks: All drinks included (excluding spirits and liquor)
7
Ngorongoro Crater Safari
Ngorongoro Crater
  • After an early breakfast, descend approximately 600 metres into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable game drive.
  • Often referred to as Africa's "Garden of Eden," the crater supports one of the highest concentrations of wildlife anywhere on the continent and provides one of the best opportunities to see the endangered black rhino.
  • Enjoy a picnic lunch beside the famous hippo pool before continuing your safari in search of lions, elephants, buffaloes, hyenas, zebras, wildebeests, and countless bird species. Later, drive to Mto wa Mbu for dinner and overnight.
🏕️Suricata Boma Lodge
🍽️Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Drinks: All drinks included (excluding spirits and liquor)
8
Lake Manyara National Park - Arusha city
Lake Manyara National Park
  • After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park, a small but incredibly diverse park nestled beneath the Great Rift Valley escarpment. Lake Manyara is famous for its lush groundwater forests, tree-climbing lions, large troops of baboons, elephants, hippos, and more than 400 bird species, including flamingos, pelicans, storks, and cormorants.
  • Following a rewarding morning game drive and picnic lunch, return to Arusha for your final overnight stay.
🏕️Arusha Farm House
🍽️Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Drinks: All drinks included (excluding spirits and liquor)
9
Departure
Arusha City Information Details
  • After breakfast, enjoy some leisure time at your lodge before being transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport for your onward flight. As your safari comes to an end, take with you unforgettable memories of Tanzania's breathtaking landscapes, remarkable wildlife, and authentic African hospitality.
  • From the giant elephant herds of Tarangire to the endless plains of the Serengeti, the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, and the lush forests of Lake Manyara, this journey offers an extraordinary safari experience that will remain with you for a lifetime.
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🍽️Breakfast

💰 Safari Pricing

Start dates Solo 2 people 3 people 4 people 5 people 6 people 7+ people
Mid-Range Lodging: n/a* $2860 $2520 $2510 $2510 $2480 Get Quote
Luxury Lodging: n/a* $4000 $3900 $3800 $3800 $3700 Get Quote

All prices per person. Group discounts available. Contact us for custom pricing.

✅ What's Included

  • All national park entrance fees and conservation levies
  • Accommodation as specified
  • All meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Soft drinks and bottled water (minimum 3 litres per person per day)
  • Transportation in a custom 4x4 safari jeep with pop-up viewing roof and guaranteed window seating
  • Expert English-speaking guide/driver (15+ years Tanzania experience)
  • Vehicle inverter for device charging, FM radio communications, electric cooler and filtered water
  • Government taxes and VAT
  • Flying Doctors insurance (AMREF) during the safari

❌ Not Included

  • Tips for guide
  • International and domestic flights
  • Tanzania e-visa
  • Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
  • Hot-air balloon safari in Serengeti ($600/person add-on)
  • Personal purchases, laundry and phone calls

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Which places are included in 9-Day Private Lodge Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti, Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater?
The planned route includes Tarangire, Serengeti, Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater. The day-by-day itinerary is the detailed reference for the order of travel, drives and activities.
How long does 9-Day Private Lodge Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti, Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater take?
The itinerary is planned for 9 days and 8 nights. Arrival, departure and transfer timing should be checked against your flight schedule before confirmation.
When is the best time for 9-Day Private Lodge Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti, Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater?
June to October is the main dry-season window; January to February is another practical period for northern Tanzania.
Where do guests stay on 9-Day Private Lodge Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti, Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater?
The source itinerary names Suricata Boma Lodge, Land of Nature Camp, Farm of Dreams Lodge, Arusha Farm House. Where a property is not named, the exact lodge or camp should be confirmed with the safari team before booking.
What meals are included on 9-Day Private Lodge Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti, Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater?
The source itinerary lists these meal arrangements where specified: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Drinks: All drinks included (excluding spirits and liquor). Check each day and the final proposal for the confirmed inclusions.
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