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Timeless Tanzania Safari Experience | Rift & Tide Africa

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Timeless Tanzania Safari Experience

Embark on an extraordinary safari through the heart of Tanzania, where every moment is filled with awe-inspiring landscapes and unforgettable wildlife encounters. This journey seamlessly blends vibrant culture, world-class game viewing, and serene luxury in four of the country's most iconic locations.

Travel and accommodation

9 Days / 8 Nights, 1 country, Arusha to Arusha

8 nights accommodation

Meals

2 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

Safari style

Mountain Trekking FIT

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Itinerary

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4 stops across the route

Trip code: AJE-014

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Timeless Tanzania Safari Experience safari image from Serengeti National Park

4 lodges and camps on this route

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Public retail pricing. Final quote confirms availability and inclusions.

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Trip overview

Safari story and highlights

Why this trip

What makes this journey stand out

Explore Serengeti National Park with expertly guided FIT safari experiences

Explore Ngorongoro Crater with expertly guided FIT safari experiences

Explore Tarangire National Park with expertly guided FIT safari experiences

Enjoy carefully planned game drives in prime wildlife areas

Trip route

Your journey from start to finish

Follow the day-by-day flow of this itinerary across East Africa.

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Arrival in Arusha

Arriving at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be greeted by our representative and transferred to your comfortable accommodation at Mountain Village Lodge. Enjoy a relaxing evening at leisure before beginning your adventure.

Meals: Bed & Breakfast - BB

Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, transfer to Arusha Airport for your scheduled flight to Serengeti National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its vast wildlife and breathtaking landscapes. Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to Kusini Permanent Tented Camp, where lunch will be served. In the afternoon, embark on your first game drive across the Serengeti's endless plains, witnessing the region's incredible wildlife.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner, Bed & Breakfast - LDBBActivities: Game drive

Serengeti National Park

This programme covers day 3 of the serengeti national park section. Spend two full days immersed in the Serengeti, one of the world’s most famous safari destinations. With expert guides, you will enjoy morning and afternoon game drives, where you may encounter the Big Five, as well as cheetahs, hyenas, and migratory herds. The Serengeti offers an exceptional wildlife experience, year-round.

Meals: LDBBActivities: Game drive Big Five safari

Serengeti National Park

This programme covers day 4 of the serengeti national park section. Spend two full days immersed in the Serengeti, one of the world’s most famous safari destinations. With expert guides, you will enjoy morning and afternoon game drives, where you may encounter the Big Five, as well as cheetahs, hyenas, and migratory herds. The Serengeti offers an exceptional wildlife experience, year-round.

Meals: LDBBActivities: Game drive Big Five safari

Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, drive to the Ngorongoro Crater, a natural wonder that is home to some of the highest wildlife densities in the world. Enjoy a game drive en route, and upon arrival at The Crater Lodge, a delicious lunch will be served. In the afternoon, descend into the crater floor for an unforgettable safari experience, observing an incredible variety of animals in this ancient volcanic caldera.

Meals: LDBBActivities: Game drive

Ngorongoro Crater

Rise early to descend once again into the Ngorongoro Crater for a unique perspective on its rich biodiversity. Capture the dramatic scenes of wildlife in the early morning light before returning to the lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy optional activities like a visit to a Maasai village or a walking safari around the crater’s rim.

Meals: LDBBActivities: Walking safari Cultural/community visit

Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Lunch will be served at Swala Camp, followed by an afternoon game drive through the park’s lush landscapes.

Meals: LDBBActivities: Game drive

Tarangire National Park

Spend a full day exploring Tarangire, enjoying morning and afternoon game drives to witness the park’s diverse wildlife, including lions, leopards, and rare species such as the fringe-eared oryx. The park’s rich biodiversity makes it a highlight of any safari.

Meals: LDBBActivities: Game drive

Departure

After breakfast, drive back to Arusha, where a dayroom has been arranged for you at KIA Lodge. Relax and refresh before your evening transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight home, leaving with lasting memories of Tanzania’s wonders. This exceptional safari experience, thoughtfully crafted by Rift & Tide Africa, offers you a seamless blend of cultural exploration, dramatic wildlife encounters, and luxury, ensuring memories that will last a lifetime.

Activities: Cultural/community visit

Inclusions

What is included

Included

Meet-and-assist services on arrival and scheduled transfers as described in the itinerary.
Accommodation in the named properties or confirmed similar alternatives, subject to availability at booking.
Meals as indicated by the itinerary meal plan for each day.
Private or shared safari activities and game drives as described in the daily programme.
Professional English-speaking driver-guide, camp guide, mountain crew, or specialist local guide where applicable.
Park, reserve, conservation, trekking, and activity fees that are confirmed as included on the final supplier quotation.
Ground transport, scheduled light-aircraft flights, or internal connections specifically stated in the confirmed itinerary.
Bottled drinking water during safari drives and operational support from Rift & Tide Africa.
Kilimanjaro park and camping/hut fees included only as confirmed on the final quotation.
Mountain guide, assistant guides, cook, and porter team for the climb section.
Rescue registration and basic mountain safety support through the operating team where applicable.

Not included

International flights, regional flights not expressly stated as included, and airline taxes unless quoted separately.
Visa fees, passport costs, travel insurance, medical costs, vaccinations, and personal evacuation cover.
Drinks, laundry, telephone calls, spa treatments, premium activities, and other personal expenses.
Optional activities such as balloon safaris, diving, cultural visits, extra treks, or extensions unless added to the quote.
Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers, camp staff, hotel staff, porters, and mountain crews.
Single-room supplements, festive supplements, child-policy supplements, or room upgrades unless stated on the final quote.
Any service not specifically listed as included, and any cost caused by flight delays, weather, park rule changes, border procedures, or force majeure.
Personal climbing equipment, sleeping bags, trekking poles, thermal layers, and mountain clothing unless hired separately.

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Timeless Tanzania Safari Experience

Safari story and highlights

What makes this journey stand out

Your journey from start to finish

Planning questions

Is the price shown final?

Can this itinerary be customized?

What should I send with a quote request?

How do agents access trade support?

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Arrival in Arusha

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

Tarangire National Park

Tarangire National Park

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