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Tanzania's Hidden Gems Safari

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey through the lesser-known yet awe-inspiring landscapes of Tanzania. From the bustling market town of Arusha to the remote wonders of Mahale National Reserve, this extensive safari brings you up close to diverse wildlife and serene environments, with exclusive stays and expertly guided game drives.

Travel and accommodation

21 Days / 20 Nights, 1 country, Arusha to Dar es Salaam

20 nights accommodation

Meals

3 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 2 Dinners

Safari style

Mountain Trekking FIT

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Itinerary

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9 stops across the route

Trip code: AJE-015

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Tanzania's Hidden Gems Safari safari image from Serengeti National Park

8 lodges and camps on this route

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Trip overview

Safari story and highlights

Why this trip

What makes this journey stand out

Trek one of Mount Kilimanjaro’s classic routes with acclimatization built into the programme

Explore Ndarakwai Ranch with expertly guided FIT safari experiences

Explore Tarangire National Park with expertly guided FIT safari experiences

Explore Lake Manyara National Park with expertly guided FIT safari experiences

Enjoy carefully planned game drives in prime wildlife areas

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Arrival in Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be welcomed by our representative and transferred to your lodge at the foot of Mt. Meru. The evening is at your leisure.

Meals: Bed & Breakfast - BB

Ndarakwai Ranch

This programme covers day 2 of the ndarakwai ranch section. After breakfast, we head to the Kilimanjaro Conservancy and enjoy lunch at Ndarakwai Camp. The afternoon includes a game drive in this scenic area. The following day will be spent with morning and afternoon game drives, exploring the wildlife and landscape of the ranch.

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

Ndarakwai Ranch

This programme covers day 3 of the ndarakwai ranch section. After breakfast, we head to the Kilimanjaro Conservancy and enjoy lunch at Ndarakwai Camp. The afternoon includes a game drive in this scenic area. The following day will be spent with morning and afternoon game drives, exploring the wildlife and landscape of the ranch.

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

Tarangire National Park

This programme covers day 4 of the tarangire national park section. After breakfast, we drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its unique wildlife and stunning landscapes. Lunch will be served at Olivers Camp, followed by an afternoon game drive. The next day, enjoy full-day game drives in Tarangire, observing elephants and other remarkable creatures.

Meals: LDBBActivities: Game drive

Tarangire National Park

This programme covers day 5 of the tarangire national park section. After breakfast, we drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its unique wildlife and stunning landscapes. Lunch will be served at Olivers Camp, followed by an afternoon game drive. The next day, enjoy full-day game drives in Tarangire, observing elephants and other remarkable creatures.

Meals: LDBBActivities: Game drive

Ngorongoro Highlands

This programme covers day 6 of the ngorongoro highlands section. On the morning of day 6, we head to the Ngorongoro Highlands, with a stop at Lake Manyara National Park en route for a game drive. After arriving at Gibbs Farm Lodge, the afternoon is free to relax. The next day, experience the extraordinary Ngorongoro Crater floor, home to the ‘Big Five’, before returning to the lodge for lunch.

Meals: LDBBActivities: Game drive Big Five safari

Ngorongoro Highlands

This programme covers day 7 of the ngorongoro highlands section. On the morning of day 6, we head to the Ngorongoro Highlands, with a stop at Lake Manyara National Park en route for a game drive. After arriving at Gibbs Farm Lodge, the afternoon is free to relax. The next day, experience the extraordinary Ngorongoro Crater floor, home to the ‘Big Five’, before returning to the lodge for lunch.

Meals: LDBBActivities: Game drive Big Five safari

Serengeti National Park

This programme covers day 8 of the serengeti national park section. A morning flight takes you to the Serengeti, one of Africa's most iconic wildlife areas. After arriving, embark on a game drive to your luxury camp, Lemala Luxury Camp, for an unforgettable stay. Spend the next three days exploring the Serengeti with shared morning and afternoon game drives.

Meals: LDBBActivities: Game drive

Serengeti National Park

This programme covers day 9 of the serengeti national park section. A morning flight takes you to the Serengeti, one of Africa's most iconic wildlife areas. After arriving, embark on a game drive to your luxury camp, Lemala Luxury Camp, for an unforgettable stay. Spend the next three days exploring the Serengeti with shared morning and afternoon game drives.

Meals: LDBBActivities: Game drive

Serengeti National Park

This programme covers day 10 of the serengeti national park section. A morning flight takes you to the Serengeti, one of Africa's most iconic wildlife areas. After arriving, embark on a game drive to your luxury camp, Lemala Luxury Camp, for an unforgettable stay. Spend the next three days exploring the Serengeti with shared morning and afternoon game drives.

Meals: LDBBActivities: Game drive

Serengeti National Park

This programme covers day 11 of the serengeti national park section. A morning flight takes you to the Serengeti, one of Africa's most iconic wildlife areas. After arriving, embark on a game drive to your luxury camp, Lemala Luxury Camp, for an unforgettable stay. Spend the next three days exploring the Serengeti with shared morning and afternoon game drives.

Meals: LDBBActivities: Game drive

Ruaha National Park

This programme covers day 12 of the ruaha national park section. Fly from Serengeti to the remote and untouched Ruaha National Park, where you will be greeted and transferred to Ruaha River Lodge. Enjoy two full days of game drives, spotting diverse wildlife in this stunning park.

Meals: LDBBActivities: Game drive

Ruaha National Park

This programme covers day 13 of the ruaha national park section. Fly from Serengeti to the remote and untouched Ruaha National Park, where you will be greeted and transferred to Ruaha River Lodge. Enjoy two full days of game drives, spotting diverse wildlife in this stunning park.

Meals: LDBBActivities: Game drive

Ruaha National Park

This programme covers day 14 of the ruaha national park section. Fly from Serengeti to the remote and untouched Ruaha National Park, where you will be greeted and transferred to Ruaha River Lodge. Enjoy two full days of game drives, spotting diverse wildlife in this stunning park.

Meals: LDBBActivities: Game drive

Katavi National Park

This programme covers day 15 of the katavi national park section. From Ruaha, fly to Katavi National Park, another hidden treasure of Tanzania. Enjoy game drives and the incredible wilderness that surrounds Katavi Wildlife Camp, your base for the next two days.

Meals: LDBBActivities: Game drive

Katavi National Park

This programme covers day 16 of the katavi national park section. From Ruaha, fly to Katavi National Park, another hidden treasure of Tanzania. Enjoy game drives and the incredible wilderness that surrounds Katavi Wildlife Camp, your base for the next two days.

Meals: LDBBActivities: Game drive

Katavi National Park

This programme covers day 17 of the katavi national park section. From Ruaha, fly to Katavi National Park, another hidden treasure of Tanzania. Enjoy game drives and the incredible wilderness that surrounds Katavi Wildlife Camp, your base for the next two days.

Meals: LDBBActivities: Game drive

Mahale National Reserve

This programme covers day 18 of the mahale national reserve section. Fly to Mahale National Reserve, located on the shores of Lake Tanganyika. The serene setting provides the perfect opportunity for relaxation and exploration, with activities such as tracking chimpanzees and enjoying the tranquil lake waters. Spend three days in this paradise, staying at Nkungwe Camp.

Meals: LDBBActivities: Chimpanzee trekking

Mahale National Reserve

This programme covers day 19 of the mahale national reserve section. Fly to Mahale National Reserve, located on the shores of Lake Tanganyika. The serene setting provides the perfect opportunity for relaxation and exploration, with activities such as tracking chimpanzees and enjoying the tranquil lake waters. Spend three days in this paradise, staying at Nkungwe Camp.

Meals: LDBBActivities: Chimpanzee trekking

Mahale National Reserve

This programme covers day 20 of the mahale national reserve section. Fly to Mahale National Reserve, located on the shores of Lake Tanganyika. The serene setting provides the perfect opportunity for relaxation and exploration, with activities such as tracking chimpanzees and enjoying the tranquil lake waters. Spend three days in this paradise, staying at Nkungwe Camp.

Meals: LDBBActivities: Chimpanzee trekking

Departure

After breakfast, take a charter flight to Ruaha, where you will connect with your scheduled flight to Dar es Salaam and onward journey home. This meticulously crafted safari by Rift & Tide Africa takes you deep into Tanzania’s hidden gems, offering an exceptional experience across diverse landscapes, unique wildlife, and immersive cultural encounters.

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.
Gorilla, chimpanzee, or primate trekking arrangements as described, with permits included only where confirmed on the final quotation.
Specialist ranger or park-guided primate tracking activities as required by local authorities.

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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Tanzania's Hidden Gems Safari

Safari story and highlights

What makes this journey stand out

Your journey from start to finish

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Can this itinerary be customized?

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Day-by-day journey

Arrival in Arusha

Ndarakwai Ranch

Ndarakwai Ranch

Tarangire National Park

Tarangire National Park

Ngorongoro Highlands

Ngorongoro Highlands

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

Ruaha National Park

Ruaha National Park

Ruaha National Park

Katavi National Park

Katavi National Park

Katavi National Park

Mahale National Reserve

Mahale National Reserve

Mahale National Reserve

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