Wildhorn Safaris

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Safaris

LuxuryTanzania

Elephant Springs, Craters Edge and a fly-in to the Serengeti's Mara River crossings.

Duration
9 Days
Style
Luxury
Country
Tanzania
Format
Private
The Journey

9 days · Luxury

A 9-day safari combining wildlife encounters, cultural immersion and natural wonders. Witness the Great Migration, explore the Ngorongoro Crater, meet the Hadzabe and enjoy Tarangire and the Serengeti, ending with the dramatic Mara River crossings. Accommodation is in luxury lodges and camps.

Tarangire National Park Ngorongoro Crater Olduvai Gorge Serengeti Mara River

At a glance

9
Days
8
Nights
4
Places to stay
Private
Group

Where you'll stay

  • Arusha Coffee Lodge
  • Tarangire Elephant Springs Camp
  • Craters Edge
  • Star Savannah Camp
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Your Route

5 stops across Tanzania

  1. 1ArushaDay 1
  2. 2TarangireDay 2
  3. 3Ngorongoro CraterDays 3–5
  4. 4NdutuDay 5
  5. 5SerengetiDays 6–7
Day by Day

Every day is flexible — we tune the pace, lodges and game drives to you.

  1. Day 1

    Warm Welcome to the Heart of Tanzania

    Touch down in Tanzania and transfer to a charming lodge among coffee plantations with views of Mount Meru. Your safari coordinator briefs you on the journey ahead.

    Where you stay

    Arusha Coffee Lodge

    Meals

    Breakfast

  2. Day 2

    Giants of Tarangire

    Enter Tarangire National Park, renowned for massive elephant herds and baobab trees. Enjoy game drives for lions, leopards and diverse wildlife along the Tarangire River, with a seasonal concentration of animals.

    Where you stay

    Tarangire Elephant Springs Camp

    Meals

    All inclusive

  3. Day 3

    Meet the Last Hunter-Gatherers

    Visit the Hadzabe, witnessing ancient hunting techniques and food gathering and learning about their clicking language and sustainable lifestyle. Transfer to your lodge on the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater.

    Where you stay

    Craters Edge

    Meals

    All inclusive

  4. Day 4

    Ngorongoro Crater

    Descend into the world's largest intact volcanic caldera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site teeming with wildlife including the Big Five and rare black rhinos.

    Where you stay

    Craters Edge

    Meals

    All inclusive

  5. Day 5

    Olduvai Gorge & Maasai Culture

    Explore Olduvai Gorge, the Cradle of Mankind, and its museum of ancient fossils and tools. Continue to a traditional Maasai village to learn about their warrior traditions and pastoral lifestyle, with traditional dances.

    Where you stay

    Craters Edge

    Meals

    All inclusive

  6. Day 6

    Fly to the Serengeti

    Transfer to Lake Manyara airstrip for a scenic flight to the Serengeti, arriving at your camp as a base for the Great Migration.

    Where you stay

    Star Savannah Camp

    Meals

    All inclusive

  7. Day 7

    Mara River Drama

    Witness the Mara River crossing, where thousands of wildebeest and zebras brave crocodile-infested waters.

    Where you stay

    Star Savannah Camp

    Meals

    All inclusive

  8. Day 8

    Following the Migration

    Follow the migration herds across the Serengeti's plains, with predators such as lions, cheetahs and leopards capitalising on the abundance.

    Where you stay

    Star Savannah Camp

    Meals

    All inclusive

  9. Day 9

    Farewell Tanzania

    Fly back to Arusha and transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward journey.

    Meals

    Breakfast

Investment

Rates are in US dollars, per person sharing, based on the lodges in this itinerary. We'll confirm exact pricing for your dates and party.

2 people sharing (per person)

$9,700

per person sharing

3 people sharing (per person)

$7,990

per person sharing

4 people sharing (per person)

$6,970

per person sharing

5 people sharing (per person)

$5,072

per person sharing

Best value

6 people sharing (per person)

$4,909

per person sharing

Solo traveller

$15,752

single room

Per person, USD, depending on group size (2 to 6 sharing); solo traveller $15,752. Prices are guides and may change with season, availability and exchange rates. See our terms for payment and cancellation details.

The Details

Included

  • All accommodation as specified (luxury lodges and camps)
  • All meals as indicated in the itinerary
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • 4WD safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • All park fees and conservation fees
  • Domestic flights (Lake Manyara to Serengeti)
  • Airport transfers in Arusha
  • Hadzabe tribe cultural visit
  • Maasai village cultural experience
  • Olduvai Gorge museum visit
  • Game drives as per itinerary
  • Bottled water during game drives

Not Included

  • International flights to/from Tanzania
  • Tanzania visa fees
  • Travel insurance (mandatory)
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Alcoholic beverages (except where specified)
  • Tips for guides and camp staff
  • Optional activities not mentioned
  • Medical expenses and medications
  • Laundry services
  • Telephone calls and internet charges
  • Additional accommodation before/after safari
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