5-day luxury safari

Overview

Experience the magic of Tanzania’s Great Migration in style with this 5-day luxury safari. Beginning with a warm welcome at Kilimanjaro International Airport, unwind at the opulent Gran Meliá Hotel in Arusha. Explore the giant baobabs and diverse wildlife of Tarangire National Park, known for its vast elephant herds. Journey to the Ngorongoro Highlands and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a natural wonder teeming with wildlife. Then, venture into the Southern Serengeti, particularly the Ndutu region, where the Great Migration unfolds between December and March. Enjoy two nights at Lake Ndutu Luxury Lodge, perfectly positioned to witness calving season and predator action. Finally, conclude with a scenic bush flight from Ndutu Airstrip to the exotic white sands of Zanzibar Island, the perfect post-safari escape. This itinerary offers both wildlife spectacle and supreme comfort.

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Day 1
Arrival – Kilimanjaro Airport to Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, a professional guide will warmly welcome you and transfer you in a luxury vehicle to the prestigious Gran Meliá Hotel in Arusha. Nestled between Mount Meru and Mount Kilimanjaro, this 5-star hotel offers sweeping views, lush gardens, and fine dining. After check-in, unwind with premium amenities, perhaps taking a dip in the rooftop pool or enjoying a spa treatment. If time allows, stroll through the beautifully manicured grounds or sip a sundowner while soaking in the panoramic vistas. The evening is yours to relax and acclimate, as your guide provides a briefing for the exciting safari ahead. Dinner is served in the hotel’s world-class restaurant, offering a mix of Tanzanian and international cuisine. Rest well in plush surroundings, as tomorrow begins your unforgettable adventure into the wild.
Day 2
Arusha to Tarangire National Park – Overnight Neptune Ngorongoro
After an early breakfast, depart Arusha in a private 4x4 safari vehicle toward Tarangire National Park. Famed for its towering baobab trees and dense elephant population, Tarangire offers exceptional game viewing, especially during the dry season when animals gather around the Tarangire River. You may encounter lions, giraffes, zebras, and over 550 bird species. Enjoy a picnic lunch in a scenic spot before continuing your game drive through varied landscapes of acacia woodland and grassy savannas. By late afternoon, exit the park and ascend to the cool Ngorongoro Highlands. Arrive at Neptune Ngorongoro Luxury Lodge, an elegant eco-lodge offering forested serenity and exquisite hospitality. Relax on your private terrace with views over the hills, and enjoy a gourmet dinner by the fireplace. This charming retreat sets the perfect tone for your journey into the crater and beyond.
Day 3
Ngorongoro Crater to Southern Serengeti – Overnight Lake Ndutu Lodge
Depart early with breakfast for a descent into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site often dubbed “Africa’s Eden.” This 600-meter-deep caldera shelters an incredible array of wildlife, including black rhinos, large prides of lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, and countless plains game. Enjoy a morning game drive on the crater floor, witnessing one of the highest densities of wildlife in Africa. After a scenic picnic lunch, ascend the crater walls and continue driving through the expansive plains of the Southern Serengeti toward the Ndutu region. Between December and March, this area becomes the stage for the Great Migration’s calving season, attracting large predators. Arrive at Lake Ndutu Luxury Lodge in time for sunset. Nestled on the lake’s edge, the lodge provides a tranquil setting and upscale comfort in the heart of wildlife country. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Day 4
Full Day in Ndutu Region – Overnight Lake Ndutu Lodge
Today is devoted to a full day exploring the rich ecosystem of the Southern Serengeti and Ndutu area. This is prime time for the Great Migration’s calving season, where over 500,000 wildebeest give birth, drawing predators like lions, cheetahs, and hyenas in dramatic pursuit. The landscape varies from grassy plains to woodland and alkaline lakes, offering rich biodiversity and ideal photography opportunities. Guided by your expert safari guide, you'll track wildlife action and witness the intimate survival stories of Africa’s wilderness. A hot lunch or well-packed gourmet picnic can be enjoyed in a shaded bush setting. You’ll also explore off-road game driving areas permitted only in Ndutu, allowing closer encounters. Return in the afternoon to Lake Ndutu Luxury Lodge, where you can relax with a drink by the firepit and reflect on the day’s memorable sightings.
Day 5
Ndutu to Zanzibar – Departure
Enjoy a leisurely morning breakfast at the lodge while watching wildlife graze near Lake Ndutu. After check-out, your guide will drive you to the nearby Ndutu Airstrip. Board a scenic flight that soars over the Serengeti plains and the Great Rift Valley en route to Zanzibar Island. Upon landing, you’ll be welcomed with ocean breezes and tropical beauty. From golden savannah to turquoise shores, this transition marks the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. If continuing your stay, transfer to your beachfront resort to begin your island escape. If flying home, connect through Zanzibar’s international airport. This journey ends with a heart full of unforgettable wildlife encounters, breathtaking landscapes, and luxury hospitality from start to finish. Optional extensions in Zanzibar can include spice tours, historic Stone Town visits, or pure beachside relaxation.

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4wd top up roof land cruiser
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Unlimited drinking water
Free Wi-Fi
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5-day luxury safari

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Day 1

Arrival – Kilimanjaro Airport to Arusha

Day 2

Arusha to Tarangire National Park – Overnight Neptune Ngorongoro

Day 3

Ngorongoro Crater to Southern Serengeti – Overnight Lake Ndutu Lodge

Day 4

Full Day in Ndutu Region – Overnight Lake Ndutu Lodge

Day 5

Ndutu to Zanzibar – Departure

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