Luxury Designed in Arusha

12-Day Luxury Big Five Safari & Zanzibar Beach Holiday

An Iconic Safari with Refined Comfort & World-Class Wildlife Indulge in the ultimate African escape with this 10-day luxury safari through Northern Tanzania’s most celebrated parks. From the elephant-dotted landscapes of Tarangire to the dramatic plains of the Serengeti and …

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12 days July - September Up to 7 guests
Guide price USD 1234 Per-person starting estimate
Travel style Luxury Private or small-group planning
Optional experience Balloon Safari Subject to season and availability
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Your Tanzania journey

Designed around wildlife, season and pace

An Iconic Safari with Refined Comfort & World-Class Wildlife

Indulge in the ultimate African escape with this 10-day luxury safari through Northern Tanzania’s most celebrated parks. From the elephant-dotted landscapes of Tarangire to the dramatic plains of the Serengeti and the ancient wonder of the Ngorongoro Crater, this journey promises thrilling wildlife encounters wrapped in first-class comfort.

Stay in handpicked boutique lodges and luxury tented camps, where every detail — from personalized service to breathtaking views — is designed to elevate your experience. Enjoy game drives with your private safari guide and vehicle, offering unmatched flexibility and intimacy.

Witness the Big Five in their natural habitats, experience golden sunsets over endless savannahs, and unwind in settings that blend wilderness with elegance. Whether it's sipping champagne under the stars or waking to the sounds of nature in a designer suite, this safari delivers the best of both worlds — wild and refined.

Ideal for honeymooners, anniversary travelers, or anyone seeking an immersive safari without compromising on luxury, this is Africa at its most spectacular.

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Route and wildlife focus aligned to the season.

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Balanced game-drive time, transfers and rest.

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Local support from arrival through departure.

Day-by-day experience

The journey, unfolded

12-day safari with 12 carefully planned days. Final routing is reconfirmed around wildlife conditions and your travel dates.

Arrival in Arusha – Start of Your Luxury Tanzania Safari — Kilimanjaro Airport Day 1
Kilimanjaro Airport
Planned experience

Arrival in Arusha – Start of Your Luxury Tanzania Safari

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport where your private Africano Paraiso guide awaits. You’ll be transferred to a stylish boutique lodge in Arusha, nestled among lush gardens.

Relax after your flight with a welcome drink, enjoy gourmet dining, and settle into your elegant suite as your luxury safari begins.

Planet Lodge
Planned stay Planet Lodge Lodge · Arusha
Tarangire National Park – Elephants & Baobabs — Tarangire Day 2
Tarangire
Planned experience

Tarangire National Park – Elephants & Baobabs

Embark on your first game drive in Tarangire National Park, renowned for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse wildlife.

Enjoy a full-day private safari with a riverside picnic and end your day at a luxury lodge with panoramic views of the park.

Serian Tarangire Camp
Planned stay Serian Tarangire Camp Tented Camp · Tarangire
Lake Manyara National Park – Game Drive & Rift Valley Views — Lake Manyara Day 3
Lake Manyara
Planned experience

Lake Manyara National Park – Game Drive & Rift Valley Views

Drive to Lake Manyara National Park, known for its tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and dense forests. Explore its unique mix of lake, woodland, and escarpment habitats.

Later, continue to Karatu in the Ngorongoro Highlands, where your upscale lodge offers cozy ambiance, farm-to-table cuisine, and sweeping highland views.

Marera Valley Lodge
Planned stay Marera Valley Lodge Lodge · Karatu
Ngorongoro Crater Safari – Big Five in a Volcanic Caldera — Ngorongoro Day 4
Ngorongoro
Planned experience

Ngorongoro Crater Safari – Big Five in a Volcanic Caldera

Descend into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and haven for the Big Five.

Witness dense concentrations of lions, rhinos, elephants, and more, followed by a scenic crater-side picnic. Return to your luxury lodge for an evening by the fire.

The Castle at Ngorongoro
Planned stay The Castle at Ngorongoro Lodge
Scenic Transfer to Serengeti – Game Viewing En Route — Serengeti Day 5
Serengeti
Planned experience

Scenic Transfer to Serengeti – Game Viewing En Route

Enjoy a scenic drive from Karatu to Serengeti National Park, passing through Maasai territory and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Spot wildlife along the way and arrive at your luxury tented camp in time for sunset drinks overlooking the endless plains.

Olkarien Eco Safari Camp
Planned stay Olkarien Eco Safari Camp Tented Camp · Serengeti
Serengeti Full-Day Game Drive – Big Cats & Wildebeest Herds — Serengeti Day 6
Serengeti
Planned experience

Serengeti Full-Day Game Drive – Big Cats & Wildebeest Herds

Spend the day on safari in the Serengeti, tracking lions, cheetahs, giraffes, and massive herds of wildebeest during the migration (seasonal).

Take a bush lunch beneath an acacia tree, and capture the golden hour light as the plains come alive at dusk. Return to camp for a fireside dinner.

Olkarien Eco Safari Camp
Planned stay Olkarien Eco Safari Camp Tented Camp · Serengeti
Serengeti Leisure & Wildlife – Your Safari, Your Way — Serengeti Day 7
Serengeti
Planned experience

Serengeti Leisure & Wildlife – Your Safari, Your Way

Enjoy a flexible day in the Serengeti National Park, with the option to explore new game circuits or unwind at your camp with spa treatments or guided bush walks.

Spot elusive predators or simply relax in one of the world’s most iconic landscapes — where comfort meets wilderness.

Olkarien Eco Safari Camp
Planned stay Olkarien Eco Safari Camp Tented Camp · Serengeti
Fly to Zanzibar – Begin Your Luxury Beach Holiday — Zanzibar Day 8
Zanzibar
Planned experience

Fly to Zanzibar – Begin Your Luxury Beach Holiday

After a sunrise safari, take a scenic bush flight to Zanzibar Island. Arrive on the coast and transfer to your luxury beachfront resort.

Check into your ocean-view suite, take a stroll along white-sand beaches, and enjoy fresh seafood as you begin the beach phase of your Tanzania adventure.

Request Accommodation
Planned stay Request Accommodation Lodge · Kilimanjaro/Arusha
Zanzibar Beach Relaxation – Sun, Sand & Sea — Zanzibar Day 9
Zanzibar
Planned experience

Zanzibar Beach Relaxation – Sun, Sand & Sea

Spend a full day soaking in Zanzibar’s tropical beauty. Swim in turquoise waters, sip cocktails by the pool, or schedule a spa treatment at your resort.

As the sun sets, embark on a traditional dhow cruise along the coast or enjoy a private beachfront dinner.

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Planned stay Request Accommodation Lodge · Kilimanjaro/Arusha
Stone Town Tour or Safari Blue Excursion — Zanzibar Day 10
Zanzibar
Planned experience

Stone Town Tour or Safari Blue Excursion

Choose to explore Stone Town, a historic UNESCO site with spice markets, Swahili architecture, and a rich Arab-African heritage.

Or join the popular Safari Blue boat tour for snorkeling, seafood lunch, and sandbank lounging in the middle of the Indian Ocean.

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Planned stay Request Accommodation Lodge · Kilimanjaro/Arusha
Final Day in Zanzibar – Leisure & Indulgence — Zanzibar Day 11
Zanzibar
Planned experience

Final Day in Zanzibar – Leisure & Indulgence

Enjoy your final full day in paradise. Unwind at your own pace — whether paddleboarding over coral reefs, lounging on your private deck, or shopping for artisan souvenirs.

End the evening with a sunset toast and reflect on the perfect balance of wild adventure and tropical escape.

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Planned stay Request Accommodation Lodge · Kilimanjaro/Arusha
Zanzibar Departure – End of Your Safari & Beach Holiday — Zanzibar Day 12
Zanzibar
Planned experience

Zanzibar Departure – End of Your Safari & Beach Holiday

After a relaxed breakfast, transfer to Zanzibar International Airport for your return flight or onward travel.

Depart with unforgettable memories of Tanzania’s wildlife wonders and the serene rhythm of island life.

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Planned stay Request Accommodation Lodge · Kilimanjaro/Arusha
Handpicked accommodation

Rest well, close to the wild

Lodges and camps are selected for location, atmosphere and service. Final availability is reconfirmed before booking.

Planet Lodge Mid-Range

Lodge · Arusha

Planet Lodge

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Serian Tarangire Camp Mid-Range

Tented Camp · Tarangire

Serian Tarangire Camp

Tucked deep within the iconic baobab-dotted landscapes of Tarangire National Park, Serian Tarangire Camp offers a perfect blend of seclusion, comfort, and wild authenticity. …

Marera Valley Lodge Mid-Range

Lodge · Karatu

Marera Valley Lodge

Marera Valley Lodge is the newest addition to the Bougainvillea Group, situated on the outskirts of Karatu town between Lake Manyara and the Ngorongoro …

The Castle at Ngorongoro Mid-Range

Lodge

The Castle at Ngorongoro

Perched on a verdant hillside overlooking the Ngorongoro Crater, The Castle at Ngorongoro offers a truly regal safari retreat. This intimate, solar‑powered lodge features …

Olkarien Eco Safari Camp Mid-Range

Tented Camp · Serengeti

Olkarien Eco Safari Camp

Tucked within the sweeping plains of the Serengeti, Olkarien Eco Safari Camp offers a front-row seat to one of nature’s greatest spectacles — the …

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Lodge · Kilimanjaro/Arusha

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Reach out to our team to pick the ideal mid-range hotel accommodation for your stay.

Transparent planning

Guide pricing by season and group

Rates are planning estimates in US dollars per person. Your proposal confirms dates, accommodation and every included service.

Published guide price USD 1234

Start with this itinerary, then tailor the comfort level, pacing and special experiences around your priorities.

Built around your dates

Season, party size and lodge availability shape the final price. Ask for a detailed proposal with no obligation.

Prices vary by season, group size, accommodation and availability. Wildlife sightings and river crossings depend on nature and cannot be guaranteed.

Your route

Across Tanzania, one connected journey

12 mapped route points from the working itinerary. Exact roads and timings remain flexible for local conditions.

Built around you

Turn this itinerary into your safari

Share your dates, group size and travel style. Our Arusha team will refine the route and send a clear proposal.

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