Luxury Tanzania 2019

Day 3 - Tarangire/Ndutu

After breakfast at the lodge you will depart Tarangire for Ndutu. Arrive for lunch at Lake Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge situated on the southern section of Serengeti National Park, home to some of the most incredible wildlife and scenery.

This amazing tented lodge has all the comforts – en suite washrooms with hot & cold running water for the indoor & outdoor showers, flush toilets, cozy queen beds, sitting area and deck all with African inspired decorations. All of the luxury but with canvas walls to hear the sounds of the African bush.

This afternoon participate in a game drive in the Ndutu Region of the Ngorongoro Conservation area.

Accommodation: Lake Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge – Standard Tent (B, L, D)

Day 4 - Ndutu/Serengeti

After breakfast at the Lake Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge, you will either remain here for another three days of stunning wildlife viewing or enjoy a drive to the heart of the Serengeti where your accommodation will be at Kirawira Serena Camp or Mbuzi Mawe Serena Camp.

The next 3 nights are especially chosen to provide the best opportunity to experience the fantastic wildlife of the Great Wildebeest Migration. Accommodation depends on the season and will either be in the Ndutu Region of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area or the Western Corridor or central area of the Serengeti National Park.

Lake Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge

Lake Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge situated on the southern section of Serengeti National Park, home to some of the most incredible wildlife and scenery. This amazing tented lodge has all the comforts – en suite washrooms with hot & cold running water for the indoor & outdoor showers, flush toilets, cozy queen beds, sitting area and deck all with African inspired decorations. All of the luxury but with canvas walls to hear the sounds of the African bush. 

Kirawira Serena Camp

Kirawira Serena Camp in the Serengeti offers the epitome of classic ‘Out of Africa' safari camp luxury. The camp has just 25 widely-spaced luxury tents, raised on timber platforms, each with a glorious view of the plains. Each tent has a spacious furnished deck leading to a bedroom furnished in antique Edwardian style with steamer-trunks, writing desk, brass lamps, rugs, sepia photographs and four-poster bed with patchwork quilt. Each tent has its own personal valet. Kirawaira is situated adjacent to the famous western corridor of the Serengeti National Park - arena of the ‘Greatest Wildlife Show on Earth', the annual migration of over one million wildebeest.

Mbuzi Mawe Serena Camp

Mbuzi Mawe Serena Camp, a unique luxury tented camp. Located on one of the main annual migration corridors for over one million wildebeest, half a million zebras and gazelles, and their accompanying cast of predators it is also located at the very epicenter of one of the world's most famous national parks. The large canvas tents are widely spaced throughout the rocky glades of the camp and connected by winding stone paths. Each thatched tent stands on a stone platform and features a spacious bedroom with two queen-sized four-poster beds, a tented bathroom, with twin basins, shower and flush toilet. There is also a seating area with stylish lamps and easy chairs. On the spacious private terrace are both safari chairs and sun loungers

This afternoon enjoy a game drive in Serengeti National Park. The grasslands and savannahs of the Serengeti National Park sustain a huge animal population and are world-famous for the Great Wildebeest Migration. Golden-manned lion, leopard, cheetah, hyena, elephant, jackals, wild dogs, topi and impala are just a few of the hundreds of different species that live in the massive park.

Alternatively enjoy exploring the plains around Ndutu, the main holding ground for migratory animals where vast herds congregate and linger for more than four months, from December to April, before they start moving across the Serengeti in search of greener pastures and water. Ndutu area forms an important part of the Serengeti ecosystem, in particular the short grass plains which provide calving grounds for wildebeest and other migratory animals, usually taking place between January and March. Big herds of migratory animals in their hundreds of thousands can be seen here from December before they start fanning out into central Serengeti in April / May, with predators including lions, cheetah, hyenas, and jackals closely following.

Accommodation: Kirawira Serena Camp/Mbuzi Mawe Serena Camp/Lake Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge (B, L, D)

Day 5 - Ndutu or Serengeti

This morning why not enjoy a magnificent balloon safari?  This optional activity is often the highlight of a Tanzanian safari. See the options and add-ons section for details.

Experience exciting morning and afternoon game drives in the vast Serengeti plains or Ndutu area.

Accommodation: Kirawira Serena Camp/Mbuzi Mawe Serena Camp/Lake Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge (B, L, D)

Day 6 - Ndutu or Serengeti

Another day to discover the amazing wildlife of Africa. Explore the grass plains during morning and afternoon game drives when the animals are most active. Early morning watch hippos return to water; giraffes foraging from trees; and lions returning from the evening hunt to relax in the shade of a tree. In the afternoon look out for cheetahs, crocodiles and leopards.

Accommodation: Kirawira Serena Camp/Mbuzi Mawe Serena Camp/Lake Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge (B, L, D)

Day 7 - Serengeti/Karatu

After breakfast at the lodge drive to the peaceful sanctuary of Gibbs Farm arriving in time for lunch. The 4.5-star Gibb’s Farm continues the Gibb’s legacy of stewardship, protecting the farm and over 75 acres of land through sustainable practices that include grey-water recycling, solar water heating and organic farming. Enjoy a stroll through the nine floral gardens and English herb garden that attract over 200 bird species.

The guest cottages each feature a unique theme, with artwork commissioned through the farm’s artist-in-residence program. The cottages feature eucalyptus floors, hand-crafted furniture, two queen-size beds, indoor and outdoor showers, a fireplace and private verandah.

This afternoon enjoy one of the optional activities. Whether you wish to relax and recharge, explore the diverse natural surroundings or learn more about the local culture and traditions, you have many experiences to choose from.

Accommodation: Gibbs Farm (B, L, D)

Day 8 - Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, descend through the early morning mists and 2000ft/600m into Ngorongoro Crater.

The Crater is a world heritage site that is a haven for a variety of wildlife. Ngorongoro is the remnant of a volcano that blew apart, leaving a flat plain area ringed with steep walls, which now has a large soda lake, fresh springs and sheltering forests.

There is a large concentration of animals in the Crater and sightings of the "Big Five" - Lion, Elephant, Buffalo, Rhino and Leopard - are almost guaranteed. The structure of the Crater and the wildlife it attracts makes for a great African wildlife experience.

You will enjoy a picnic lunch in the crater before returning to the lodge in the late afternoon.

Accommodation: Gibbs Farm (B, L, D)

Day 9 - Karatu/Lake Manyara

After breakfast drive to Lake Manyara National Park, a small but scenic safari park, excellent for bird watching and a good area to find elephant, as well as the potential excitement of spotting a legendary Lake Manyara tree-climbing lion.

One can easily pick out the mosaic of the Park's different habitats; in the tall trees of the ground water forest monkeys leap from branch to branch, on the slope of the escarpment, elephants stand in the shade of a baobab. In the acacia woodland the legendary tree-climbing lions lie draped along the branches of umbrella trees, in the pools along the lake shore the hippos wallow, and in the lake itself colorful flamingos wade. The large variety of animals and birds, and the different types of vegetation, all within a small area, make Lake Manyara a diverse and particularly memorable place to visit.

The 4.5-star lodge has 16 well-appointed, private chalets, all with private decks offering incredible views of the lake or surrounding area. Each room also features an indoor and outdoor shower. Drinks are served as the sun sets over the magnificent lake while dinner is served under the stars.

Surrounding the main lodge there is a huge deck, ensuring breath-taking views of the lake and the gorge upon which the lodge is perched. There is also a paddling pool and overflow swimming pool with surrounding deck that directly overlooks Lake Manyara below. Inside Escarpment Luxury Lodge is a lovely bar area with comfortable sofas and private spaces.

This afternoon you will venture out into the park for a game drive.

Accommodation: Escarpment Luxury Lodge (B, L, D)

Day 10 - Lake Manyara/Arusha/Kilimanjaro

After breakfast at the lodge, head back to Arusha for lunch. Later transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight. (B, L)