Price: Twelve (12) nights 

$7,799 per person/double occupancy 

OR 

$9,499 per person/single occupancy

Arrive: Wednesday September 16th, 2026

Depart: Sunday September 27th, 2026

Day 1 - 2 

2 Nights in city of Arusha, Tanzania.

Arusha, in Africa, is the gateway to Tanzania's treasures.

Arrival at Kilimanjaro airport, meet your Nature Responsible Safari guides and transfer to Arusha. Depart the airport and drive to Arusha, driving distance 1h 20min. The safari guides have gone through COVID 19 standard procedure course and are vaccinated, and they will make sure to follow all the protocols.    

Arusha is one of the most industrialized cities in Tanzania after Dar es Salaam and Mwanza. You'll spend 2 nights in Arusha at the Haradali Homestay, where you'll enjoy local hospitality, African cuisine and rest & replenish for the upcoming safari.

It has been a long flight from the US, and the time difference can make you feel exhausted, you need time to relax a little bit, before starting your safari. Take the first day slowly, swimming, walking, sightseeing, shopping or visiting a school in the city, can be an option for you.

HARADALI HOME - FULL BOARD (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER)  Click here for Haradali Home

Day 3  

Depart after breakfast to Arusha airport for a flight to  Northern Serengeti (included flight departs at 9.00 am) 1 hr flight. In  Serengeti you will find your safari guide already waiting for you eagerly to show you the beauty of Tanzania. He will receive you and start with the first game drive towards the hotel for lunch. After lunch and a little rest, you will depart for an afternoon game drive. Late evening drive back to your luxury tented accommodations,  MARA UNDER CANVAS for dinner and overnight.  

Link: MARA UNDER CANVAS

Why northern Serengeti? After the heavy rains in April and May, in July  the ground begins to dry again, and availability of green grass and water become a problem, large herds of wildebeests accompanied by zebras begin to search for water and green grass. At this time of the year you will find  most of them in the Grumenti and Mara river areas.  Imagine seeing thousands of wildebeest singing solidarity song while crossing the river.  MARA UNDER CANVAS  (BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER AND DRINKS)  

Day 4

Full day game drive in Mara Serengeti at the Mara River - we are expecting to see the crossing of the wildebeest! After breakfast have full day game drive in Serengeti National Park. This will be the only day in the Serengeti park, you will have packed lunch with you.  Late afternoon, we proceed to Central Serengeti.

Serengeti National Park is undoubtedly the best known wildlife sanctuary in the world, unequalled for its natural beauty and scientific value, it has the greatest concentration of plains game in Africa. The Serengeti ecosystem is one of the oldest on earth. The essential features of climate, vegetation and fauna have barely changed in the past million years. with our knowledgeable guides, you will get a chance to know and understand Serengeti and its ecosystem. Late evening arrive at your luxury accommodations, relax and enjoy the view from your  balcony. MARA UNDER CANVAS  (BREAKFAST, LUNCH, AND DRINKS)  

Day 5

After breakfast, depart with packed lunch for morning game drive in the northern Serengeti and proceed with game drive to Central Serengeti. After lunch proceed with game drive exploring this beautiful park with an award of being the best National Park in Africa. Late afternoon arrive at your hotel, relax and enjoy the views.  https://www.melia.com/en/hotels/tanzania/serengeti-national-park/hotel-serengeti-lodge-melia-collection

MELIA SERENGETI FULL BOARD (BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER AND DRINKS)  

Day 6

Full day game drive in Serengeti National Park.

MELIA SERENGETI FULL BOARD (BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER AND DRINKS)    

Day 7

It is time to say goodbye again to the lodge staff, depart with packed lunch for morning game drive on your way to Ngorongoro Conservation Area Authority. (Optional activities on the way and time permitting, we will visit the Olduvai George and or Masai Bomma) Arrive at your lodge late afternoon and enjoy the view of the crater and sun set - 3 hrs drive.  Remember it is never easy to drive from one park to another without too many stops as there is much to see on the way and you will want to stop for photos as well. LION'S PAW KARIBU LODGE (breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Click here: LION'S PAW KARIBU LODGE

LION'S PAW KARIBU LODGE (breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 8 

The Ngorongoro crater is very beautiful and animals are more active early in the morning, you can decide to have breakfast at the hotel  or depart with packed breakfast and packed lunch. Our group will discuss and decide with our safari guide.  Today you will descend into the crater some 600 meters to experience the true spirit of Africa, the Africa of bygone days when you explore the crater as permanent home of wildlife population, long regarded as Africa’s “Garden of Eden”.

From the comfort of your 4 x 4 vehicle crafted exclusively for game viewing to give an opportunity to spot Big Five – Elephant, buffalo, leopard, black mane lion and the rare black rhino  as well as hyenas, jackals, flamingos and the yawning hippos. Enjoy a delightful picnic lunch in the heart of this ancient volcanic crater close to the hippo pool. Late afternoon drive back to your lodge for dinner and overnight

LION'S PAW KARIBU LODGE (breakfast, lunch and dinner) 

Day 9

After a relaxed breakfast, it is time to say goodbye. Thank you for choosing us to be part of our safari experience in Tanzania. Your safari guide will be ready to transfer you to the airport for your departure flight to Zanzibar.    2-3 hrs drive  Kilimanjaro airport JRO.

Day 9 - Day 12: Rest & Relaxation in beautiful Zanzibar 

From Arusha Airport ARO take a flight to Zanzibar, Airport ZNZ (included).

Stay 3 nights in the North Coast Zanzibar at an all-inclusive beach resort, eg. RIU Jambo or similar, then 1 night in Stone Town at local hotel BB (Bed & Breakfast), eg Maru Maru Hotel or similar .

Day 9 

Drive to the south to Stone town. Sightseeing and pictures on the way.

Maru Maru - Stone Town Hotel or similar. (Bed & breakfast only). 1 night

1/2 day walking tour of Stone town. Evening and dinner on your own or with the group.

Day 13 - September 27th   

Check out of hotel and transfer to  Airport to return to the  USA. Book a late night/red-eye flight.

Zanzibar Airport ZNZ

Important Group Notes:

• This is a LAND-ONLY tour, unless specifically stated.
• International flights from the USA to JRO (Kilimanjaro, TZ) and back to the USA are NOT included.
• Visa Requirements for entering Tanzania:  Tanzania E-Visa for US citizens $100 pp
• To visit the United Republic of Tanzania, you can now apply for a visa online (for both Tanzania Mainland and Zanzibar). You must complete the online form, pay the fee, and submit your application online. Internally, your form will be reviewed and processed. 
• Applicants will be notified whether their applications have been approved or denied via e-mail. They can also check the status of their applications using the online system.
• It is recommended that you apply for a visa online at least 4 weeks prior, to expedite your arrival through immigration & customs. The visa requirements and expenses for visitors to Tanzania have not changed and are determined by the passport holder's nationality.
• Please check out our Tanzania Visa Guide for US citizens

Embassy of the United Republic of Tanzania in Washington, D.C.:
For any questions, we always recommend reaching out to the Tanzanian embassy directly.
Phone: (202) 939-6125
Address: 1232 22nd St. NW, Washington, D.C. 20037
Visa Information Tel: (202) 884-1085
Visa Processing Tel: (202) 884-1092
Fax: (202) 797-7408

Health Requirements/Recommendations:

• Please meet with your doctor as soon as you book or before to review the recommendations and what is right for YOU. 
• They are recommendations only. Click here: Health Recommendations and Requirements for Tanzania

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