This 8-day safari blends wildlife, culture, conservation, and luxury into one immersive Northern Tanzania journey. Beginning in Arusha, guests explore the Serval Wildlife Sanctuary before heading into Tarangire’s elephant-rich landscapes. The experience deepens with authentic cultural encounters among the Hadzabe and Datoga communities near Lake Eyasi, followed by game viewing in the Ngorongoro Crater.
The adventure continues into the Serengeti, including a visit to Olduvai Gorge and extensive game drives across the legendary plains. A highlight of the itinerary is a sunrise hot-air balloon safari over the Serengeti, culminating in a champagne breakfast in the bush. The journey ends with a scenic flight back to Arusha, offering a seamless and memorable finale.
This itinerary is ideal for travelers seeking both meaningful cultural interaction and premium safari experiences.
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport where your private guide welcomes you and assists with a smooth arrival. Transfer to Airport Planet Lodge, enjoy a welcome drink, settle in, and unwind by the pool as you prepare for the journey ahead.
After breakfast, visit Serval Wildlife Sanctuary for a conservation-focused experience. Enjoy a guided walk, learn about resident wildlife, and take part in interactive encounters including feeding sessions. Return to the lodge for relaxation and an easy evening.
Depart for Tarangire National Park for a guided game drive through baobab-dotted landscapes and elephant country. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park and continue exploring until late afternoon before heading to your lodge near Tarangire.
Travel to Lake Eyasi for a meaningful cultural morning with the Hadzabe, learning about their hunter-gatherer traditions. Continue to meet the Datoga community and witness traditional blacksmithing and craft-making. Later, transfer to your lodge to rest for the next day’s safari.
Drive to Ngorongoro and descend into the crater for a wildlife-rich game drive. Expect strong chances to see lions, buffalo, elephants, and hyenas, with the possibility of spotting rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch at the hippo pool before ascending to your lodge on the rim for a relaxed evening.
Begin the journey to the Serengeti with a stop at Olduvai Gorge, visiting the museum and learning about the area’s deep human history. Continue into the Serengeti for an extended game drive across the vast plains before arriving at your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Start before sunrise for a hot-air balloon safari, drifting over the Serengeti plains and landing for a champagne bush breakfast. Later, enjoy a full-day game drive focused on big cats and the Serengeti’s iconic wildlife, returning to the lodge in the evening.
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast in the Serengeti before transferring to Seronera Airstrip for your flight to Arusha. On arrival, you’ll be treated to a farewell lunch featuring local cuisine before connecting to your onward journey.
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