Arusha National Park
Meru foothills & Momella Lakes
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12-Day Ultimate Tanzania Wildlife Safari
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12 Days
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Lodge & Tented Camp
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Private 4x4 Safari Vehicle
Your Tanzania safari at a glance
For travellers who want to see it all without feeling rushed anywhere, this twelve-day route takes in Arusha National Park's Meru foothills, Tarangire's elephants, Lake Manyara, an extended stay in the Serengeti positioned around the migration's current location, and a finishing sweep through Ngorongoro Crater. Every park gets the time it deserves.
Arusha
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Arusha National Park
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Tarangire National Park
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Lake Manyara National Park
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Serengeti National Park
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Ngorongoro Crater
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Arusha
Destinations Visited
Tarangire National Park
Elephant herds & baobabs
Lake Manyara National Park
Tree-climbing lions
Serengeti National Park
Extended, migration-positioned stay
Ngorongoro Crater
Crater floor game drive
Safari Highlights
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Arrival in Arusha
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, transfer to your lodge and a trip briefing with your guide.
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Arusha National Park
A day trip to Arusha National Park, in the shadow of Mount Meru, for giraffe, buffalo and the…
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Arusha to Tarangire
Drive to Tarangire National Park for an afternoon game drive among elephant herds and baobabs.
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Full Day in Tarangire
A full day exploring the Tarangire River system, the park’s most reliable dry-season game viewing.
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Tarangire to Lake Manyara
Drive to Lake Manyara National Park for an afternoon game drive through forest, grassland and lakeshore.
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Lake Manyara to the Serengeti
Continue through the Ngorongoro highlands into the central Serengeti.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, transfer to your lodge and a trip briefing with your guide.
Accommodation: Arusha lodge · Dinner
A day trip to Arusha National Park, in the shadow of Mount Meru, for giraffe, buffalo and the Momella Lakes.
Accommodation: Arusha lodge · Full Board
Drive to Tarangire National Park for an afternoon game drive among elephant herds and baobabs.
Accommodation: Tarangire lodge · Full Board
A full day exploring the Tarangire River system, the park’s most reliable dry-season game viewing.
Accommodation: Tarangire lodge · Full Board
Drive to Lake Manyara National Park for an afternoon game drive through forest, grassland and lakeshore.
Accommodation: Manyara lodge · Full Board
Continue through the Ngorongoro highlands into the central Serengeti.
Accommodation: Serengeti lodge · Full Board
A full day of game drives around the Seronera Valley, tracking resident predators.
Accommodation: Serengeti lodge · Full Board
Relocate within the Serengeti toward the migration’s current position for the strongest game viewing of the season.
Accommodation: Serengeti lodge · Full Board
A full day tracking the herds and the predators that follow them.
Accommodation: Serengeti lodge · Full Board
Drive toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, stopping at the Olduvai Gorge viewpoint.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro lodge · Full Board
A full day game drive on the crater floor, one of the most concentrated wildlife arenas on Earth.
Accommodation: Karatu lodge · Full Board
Drive back to Arusha for your onward flight.
Accommodation: Own arrangement · Breakfast
Where You’ll Stay
Lodge & Tented Camp properties are matched to your route and dates. The accommodation photo for each day is managed separately from its itinerary image.
Day 1
Arusha lodge
Meals
Dinner
Day 2
Arusha lodge
Meals
Full Board
Day 3
Tarangire lodge
Meals
Full Board
Day 4
Tarangire lodge
Meals
Full Board
Day 5
Manyara lodge
Meals
Full Board
Day 6
Serengeti lodge
Meals
Full Board
Day 7
Serengeti lodge
Meals
Full Board
Day 8
Serengeti lodge
Meals
Full Board
Day 9
Serengeti lodge
Meals
Full Board
Day 10
Ngorongoro lodge
Meals
Full Board
Day 11
Karatu lodge
Meals
Full Board
Day 12
Own arrangement
Meals
Breakfast
Safari Pricing
Price per person
$4,280
Your exact quote depends on travel dates, group size and accommodation level.
What’s Included
✓ Included
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof and charging ports
- English-speaking professional driver-guide throughout
- All park entry and conservation fees
- Accommodation as listed in the itinerary
- Meals as specified (full board on safari)
- Bottled water during game drives
- Airport and hotel transfers on arrival and departure
✕ Not Included
- International and domestic flights (unless noted)
- Tanzania visa fees
- Travel and medical insurance
- Tips and gratuities for guides and camp staff
- Alcoholic and premium beverages
- Optional activities such as hot air balloon safaris
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
Exact accommodation, meal plan and final pricing are confirmed with you at booking.
What to Pack for Safari & Tours
Clothing
- Lightweight neutral layers
- Warm jacket
- Sun hat
Footwear
- Walking shoes
- Sandals
- Spare socks
Gear & Essentials
- Binoculars and camera
- Water bottle
- Power bank
Health & Personal
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Personal medication
What Our Guests Say
★★★★★
“Kate praised Hamidu’s wildlife knowledge, careful driving, photographic positioning and respect while guiding her five-night solo safari.”
Kate14478 · January 19, 2026 · TripAdvisorView source ↗
★★★★★
“Badr described a once-in-a-lifetime safari, highlighting guides Victor and Rasol and the memorable photographs captured by Laurent.”
Badr A · July 9, 2025 · TripAdvisorView source ↗
★★★★★
“Nasra valued Hamidu’s tracking, attentive service and local-market help, along with Ezekiel’s excellent meals and dietary flexibility.”
Nasra M · March 18, 2025 · TripAdvisorView source ↗
Good to Know
The planned journey follows Arusha, Arusha National Park, Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha. The exact driving order may be adjusted when wildlife conditions or park logistics make another sequence more rewarding.
This package is designed around Lodge & Tented Camp accommodation. The named properties remain subject to availability, and comparable alternatives are confirmed with you before booking.
The starting price is per person based on the sharing arrangement shown on this page. Core inclusions currently include Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof and charging ports, English-speaking professional driver-guide throughout, All park entry and conservation fees, Accommodation as listed in the itinerary. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and room configuration.
Items normally paid separately include International and domestic flights (unless noted), Tanzania visa fees, Travel and medical insurance, Tips and gratuities for guides and camp staff. Your final proposal clearly identifies every included and excluded service before payment.
Yes. We can adjust the pace, accommodation level, activities and route around your dates, interests, party size and budget while preserving realistic travel times.
A Tanzania safari specialist reviews your details, checks current availability and replies with a tailored itinerary and quotation. You can request revisions before confirming.
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