Luxury Safaris
12-Day Tanzania Grand Safari & Selous–Zanzibar Retreat
- Overview
- Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha – Welcome to Tanzania
You’ll be met upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transferred to your luxury retreat on the edge of Arusha. Spend the afternoon relaxing in your private garden cottage, enjoying personalized service, and sampling fine cuisine with mountain views.
Accommodation
Legendary Lodge
Amenities
- Private garden cottages with fireplaces
- Spa, fine-dining restaurant & premium wines
- Personalized butler service
- Mountain views & lush coffee estate
Day 2: Tarangire National Park – Elephant Kingdom
After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, home to East Africa’s largest elephant populations and ancient baobab trees. Embark on a privately guided game drive with a luxury picnic lunch along the Tarangire River.
Keep your eyes peeled for giraffes, lions, zebras, and leopards in the acacia woodlands. Enjoy a sundowner before heading to your luxurious treehouse-style lodge.
Accommodation
Tarangire Treetops by Elewana
Amenities
- Elevated treehouse suites with private decks
- Infinity pool and bush bar
- Night game drives and sundowner deck
- All-inclusive gourmet meals
Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park – Forests & Flamingos
Depart for nearby Lake Manyara National Park, a beautiful reserve set between the Great Rift escarpment and the shimmering lake. Known for tree-climbing lions, hippos, and seasonal flamingos, it offers a refreshing and compact wildlife experience.
After a scenic game drive and lakeside picnic, continue to your luxury lodge on the outer rim of the Ngorongoro Highlands.
Accommodation
Gibbs Farm
Amenities
- Historic farmhouse suites with verandas
- Organic gardens and coffee estate
- Spa, fireplace lounges, and cultural activities
- Views of Ngorongoro & the Great Rift Valley
Day 4: Fly to Serengeti – Big Cat Country
Board a chartered flight to Serengeti National Park, one of the most wildlife-rich ecosystems on Earth. Upon arrival, begin your game drive through golden savannahs, kopjes, and predator hotspots en route to your lodge.
Expect herds of zebra and wildebeest, prides of lions, and frequent leopard sightings. Relax in your tented suite with a view before a multi-course dinner in the bush.
Accommodation
Lahia Tented Lodge
Amenities
- Elevated tented suites with en-suite bathrooms
- Infinity pool with panoramic savannah views
- Sundowner terrace & fine dining tent
- Solar-powered luxury with eco-conscious design
Day 5: Full-Day Serengeti Safari
Experience a full day of private safari in the Central Serengeti, following wildlife along the Seronera River. Your expert guide will tailor the drive to your interests—whether tracking big cats, photographing scenery, or observing migratory herds (seasonal).
Stop for a gourmet picnic under an acacia tree before continuing into lesser-explored areas. Return to camp for sunset cocktails and a three-course bush dinner.
Accommodation
Lahia Tented Lodge
Amenities
- Elevated tented suites with en-suite bathrooms
- Infinity pool with panoramic savannah views
- Sundowner terrace & fine dining tent
- Solar-powered luxury with eco-conscious design
Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater Safari
Depart Serengeti and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day safari inside the largest intact volcanic caldera on earth. The crater hosts over 25,000 animals, including rare black rhinos, massive tuskers, lions, and thousands of grazers.
Enjoy lunch beside a hippo pool before continuing your game drive. In the evening, settle into a lodge perched above the crater.
Accommodation
Ngorongoro Lion’s Paw Camp
Amenities
- Canvas suites with en-suite bathrooms & hot showers
- Fireplaces and panoramic views
- Private dining & crater sunrise breakfasts
- High-altitude luxury in a secluded forest setting
Day 7: Fly to Selous Game Reserve – The Southern Secret
After breakfast, transfer to Manyara airstrip and fly to Selous Game Reserve (Nyerere National Park). This remote wilderness is famous for boat safaris, walking safaris, and low-density tourism.
Upon arrival, enjoy a scenic drive to your luxury riverside camp and take an afternoon boat safari to spot hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and birdlife along the Rufiji River.
Accommodation
Siwandu Camp
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Amenities
- Riverside tents with wrap-around decks
- Open-air bathrooms with hot water
- Swimming pool, gourmet bush dining
- Boat, walking, and vehicle safaris included
Day 8: Selous Safari – Walk, Drive & Float
Explore Selous in three unique ways: morning walking safari with an armed guide, mid-day game drive, and afternoon boat ride. Selous offers a chance to see wild dogs, herds of buffalo, elephants, and lions with far fewer tourists.
Siwandu’s flexible schedule allows you to choose your activities and enjoy personalized service throughout.
Accommodation
Siwandu Camp
Amenities
- Riverside tents with wrap-around decks
- Open-air bathrooms with hot water
- Swimming pool, gourmet bush dining
- Boat, walking, and vehicle safaris included
Day 9: Fly to Zanzibar – Tropical Paradise Begins
After a relaxed breakfast and short game drive, board your direct flight to Zanzibar Island. Transfer to your private villa at Zuri Zanzibar on Kendwa Beach, known for its turquoise waters and white sands free from high tides.
Spend the evening watching the sun melt into the Indian Ocean with a cocktail in hand.
Accommodation
Zuri Zanzibar – Kendwa Beach
Amenities
- Luxury beachfront bungalows & villas
- Infinity pool, yoga deck & full-service spa
- Farm-to-table fine dining
- Private beach with sunset views
Days 10–11: Zanzibar Leisure – Spice Island Bliss
Spend two days doing as much—or as little—as you wish. Lounge on the beach, snorkel in coral gardens, visit a spice plantation, or take a cultural tour of Stone Town.
Zuri offers daily activities, wellness treatments, cooking classes, and ocean adventures. Toast your final night with a private beachfront dinner under the stars.
Accommodation
Zuri Zanzibar – Kendwa Beach
Amenities
- Luxury beachfront bungalows & villas
- Infinity pool, yoga deck & full-service spa
- Farm-to-table fine dining
- Private beach with sunset views
Day 12: Departure from Zanzibar
Accommodation
- Included in this Tour
- All private transfers (Arusha, Selous, Zanzibar)
- All regional charter flights: Serengeti, Selous, Zanzibar
- Private luxury safari vehicle (Northern Circuit)
- All park fees and conservation charges
- 8 nights luxury lodges on safari (FB)
- 3 nights Zuri Zanzibar (HB)
- Boat, walking, and game drives in Selous
- All meals on safari + water and wine at most lodges
- Flying doctor emergency evacuation
- Not Included in this Tour
- International flights
- Travel insurance and Tanzania visa
- Optional balloon safari in Serengeti
- Premium beverages, tips, and personal expenses
- Optional excursions in Zanzibar (spice tours, diving, etc.)
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