7-Day Ultimate Serengeti Luxury Safari: An Exclusive Wildlife Journey

Your Ultimate Serengeti Luxury Safari starts in Arusha, which is the entry point for Tanzania’s Northern Circuit. As soon as you land at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), we will meet you with a signboard and guide you to a hotel where you will be staying for a night. It is roughly a 1-hour drive from the airport. Spend the evening adjusting to your sophisticated suite while relishing the spa and infinity pool. Later in the evening, you will be served dinner that includes a fusion of Tanzanian and international cuisine. During the dinner, your personal guide will share with you all the details for the upcoming tour, the safari jeep he prepared and much more, so do not worry there are no questions left. Go to sleep in your Royal Master Suite so you can embrace the safari starting first thing in the morning.

Accommodation: Arusha Coffee Lodge or similar

After breakfast, we leave Arusha for the iconic Serengeti National Park. You may choose to travel via a domestic flight that connects to a Serengeti airstrip (1.5 hours). This option comes at an extra cost but saves time. Otherwise, the adventurous drive takes 6 hours in your custom 4x4 vehicle, showcasing Tanzania’s stunning landscapes. After settling in the centrally located Seronera region, well-known for wildlife activity, you will go on a private game drive in the afternoon. Your guide will be familiar with the terrain and will take you to areas where you will spot predators like lions, giraffes, and early signs of herds that are part of the Great Migration. You may tell your guide if you want the drive customized to photograph certain animals or if you want him to follow the predators as they hunt. You may also choose to do both. Later in the evening, you will check into the luxurious Four Seasons Safari Lodge. You will discover that it has an infinity pool, panoramic views over the savannah, and large, well-furnished suites. Your dinner, which you will have at the special dining room, is gourmet as are most meals served in the lodge. After dinner, a detailed briefing of the next day’s adventures is shared while a restful night is spent soaking in the marvelous ambiance of Serengeti.

Accommodation: Four Seasons Safari Lodge or similar.

Wake up early to start the sunrise drive as it is the best time to catch cheetahs and leopards. Your private guide will ensure to explain various animal behaviors as they track the Great Migration of the zebras and wildebeests. The rich landscapes of the Serengeti overflowing with rivers, kopjes (rocky outcrops) are a habitat for countless animals and ever so captivating. Relish a scrumptious bush breakfast in a picturesque location and then continue by mid-morning drive to Seronera River to see the hippos or Moru Kopjes for leopards. After enjoying your prepped lunch, continue with the afternoon game drive. Depending on your preferences like photography, bird watching, or any other hobby, the guide will tailor the remaining portions of the route. Wind down your day with an invigorating spa treatment or taking a dip in the infinity pool, followed by a gourmet dinner under the stars, and reflecting on a truly spectacular day filled with wildlife wonders.

Accommodation: Four Seasons Safari Lodge or the same standard hotel.

Savor a delicious breakfast before setting on an expansive game drive in Serengeti National Park. This could include searching for leopards or various bird species that you have not previously spotted. The wildlife view is not restricted as your private vehicle allows flexibility to linger at key sightings. Your guide will be giving you instructions on the socio-ecological aspects of the park and its conservation work, expanding your understanding of the context. To unwind, enjoy a gourmet lunch in the bush with stunning views of the savannah's. Later in the day, culturally Maasai village is visited where the center of focus will be on pastoral traditions. Participants will take part in beadwork and traditional dances helping the guests to understand their migratory lifestyle. Spend the evening at the Four Seasons Safari Lodge with a drink by the pool and enjoying the sunset. Dinner is gourmet while the wine selection showcases Tanzania’s finest alongside local dishes.

Accommodation: Four Seasons Safari Lodge or somewhere similar.

Your journey begins with a morning game drive in the Serengeti. After completing your drive, you will head to Ngorongoro Conservation Area, which is a three hour drive in a private four-by-four. During the drive, you will reach a luxury lodge at the edge of the crater where you will be served gourmet lunch while enjoying the majestic views of the Ngorongoro Highlands. In the afternoon, dive into Ngorongoro Crater which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site famed for heavy wildlife concentration. Your private game drive will take you over the floor of the Crater where black rhinos, lions, and flamingos can be seen amidst Soda lakes and lush forests. Your guide will tailor the drive to your preference whether it be rare species tracking, photographing, or even listening to detailed narratives about the ecosystem, loose rhinos, and lions in led zeppelins to your heart's content. The drive will promise enriched insights. As part of the tour, indulge in a curated picnic lunch by an idyllic hippo pool. Later, check into Ngorongoro Crater Lodge, where you can unwind in elegant suites while enjoying breathtaking views of the crater while relishing a gourmet dinner.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Crater Lodge and similar.

Enjoy a full day in the Ngorongoro Crater starting with a sunrise game drive using your private vehicle for maximum wildlife viewing. The compact ecosystem of the crater includes the famous Big Five, several species of hyenas and jackals, flamingos, and even crowned cranes. Your guide will customize the drive based on your photography desires, animal watching preferences, or driving through the soda lakes. Savor a private gourmet bush breakfast and drive mid-morning to uncover more parts of the crater. After receiving a curated picnic lunch, continue your game drive toward prominent leashed like the Lerai Forest for leopards or Gorigor Swamp for waterbirds. Return back to the lodge for an evening of relaxation. Indulge in spa treatments or enjoy a private sundowner with views of the crater. End the night with fine dining and curated wines.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Crater Lodge or similar.

Following a lavish breakfast, partake in a morning activity in Ngorongoro Conservation Area that interests you. Enjoy a private short game drive in the crater to view more wildlife or take a guided cultural visit to a Maasai village to learn about their famous traditions and crafts (additional cost if selected). Proceed towards Arusha, a 3.5 hour ride in a 4x4 vehicle, stopping in a craft market to pick up some exclusive souvenirs like beadwork from Maasai or Tanzanite jewelry. Arriving in Arusha by early afternoon, savor farewell lunch at a major eatery reflecting on your safari with the guide. Drive straight to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for departure, cherishing memories of the Serengeti’s vast plains and the Ngorongoro Crater’s majestic wildlife experienced in unparalleled luxury.