What to Expert
Luxurious 12-Day Private Wilderness Journey in Tanzania
Start on an exclusive 12-day safari through Tanzania’s most spectacular and untouched landscapes. Beyond the renowned Serengeti, explore hidden gems, pristine wilderness areas, and rich cultural sites. Experience personalized service, luxurious accommodations, and the thrill of discovering Tanzania’s diverse wildlife and scenic beauty. This journey promises to create unforgettable vacation memoirs.
Your Itinerary
Day to day
Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania
Arrive in Tanzania to discover the beauty and safety of our land. Leave behind your preconceptions and let our welcoming guide greet you with a charming smile. Enjoy a professional transfer to your hotel in West Kilimanjaro for relaxation, briefings, and an overnight stay. Enjoy dinner at your hotel.
Day 2: Spend Time at West Kilimanjaro
Awaken to the serenity of dew-kissed mornings and bird songs, a delightful start to your day. After enjoying a fresh organic breakfast, a Maasai guide will lead you on a nature walk to shake off any jet lag. Explore the enchanting West Kilimanjaro, a wildlife haven where you can spot giraffes, zebras, buffalos, and elusive cats around the picturesque field. Take in scenic views of Mount Kilimanjaro and Meru, immersing yourself in the beauty of the landscape. Conclude your day with a local lunch and spectacular sunset views before returning to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 3: Head to Lake Natron
After a fresh breakfast and bidding farewell to your hosts, head east towards Lake Natron via the Longido district. Prepare to be amazed by spectacular landscapes along the way, experiencing diverse climates that enrich your journey. Lake Natron, a designated Ramsar site under strict conservation, awaits your arrival. After a premium check-in and a hot lunch, embark on a mindful walk to the Ngaresero Waterfall. Return to your camp for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 4: Full Day Adventure at Lake Natron
Enjoy scenic views of Lake Natron from the hotel, adding comfort and beauty to your day. Your guide will escort you to the lake area for a close-up view of the flamingoes and to dispel the myths about its supposed deadliness. Nature walks in the area provide unforgettable encounters with wild animals. In the evening, unwind and relax at your camp with dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 5: Unveil the Olkerian Gorge
Rise to an early morning wake-up call and journey through the Rift Valley, traversing the Loliondo District en route to the captivating Olkerian Gorge. Located on the outskirts of the Gol Mountains in northern Tanzania, this archeological site offers a glimpse into the region's past. Marvel at the deep narrow canyon cutting through quartzite rocks while wildebeest roam the surrounding plains and baboons scale its sides. Take in the diverse birdlife that inhabits this unique landscape. After the adventure, head to Nasera for an overnight stay, enjoying dinner at your camp.
Day 6: Get Enchanted with Nasera Rockfields
Start your day in awe amidst one of the wonders of the world, the Nasera Wonder Fields. Embark on game drives through untamed wilderness where spectacular wildlife thrives, including wildebeest, zebras, giraffes, serval cats, bat-eared foxes, caracals, and the iconic Rüppell's Vulture, all under the watchful gaze of the Nasera Rock. This unique inselberg, meaning "drawing" in the Maasai language, is the area's sole exposed wonder. After a picnic lunch, explore the archaeological sites before settling in for a meticulous overnight stay with dinner.
Day 7: Spectacular Time at Ndutu
"Isn't Africa incredible?" Witness the sunrise over vast fields, enjoy a hearty breakfast to fuel your day, then embark on a drive to Ndutu's northern region. It's a wildlife haven teeming with new life, nurturing mothers with their newborns, and dramatic interactions by Lake Ndutu. Experience the extraordinary beauty of the plains before retiring for the night with dinner and an overnight stay at your lodge.
Day 8: Experience the Dramatic Sceneries of Ndutu
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Ndutu: short grasses, acacia woodlands, marshes, and Lake Ndutu. Witness the spectacle of wildlife birth, with wildebeests taking center stage. Predators thrive in this landscape, making hunting seamless. Ndutu is where the wilderness comes alive anew. Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives, with dinner and an overnight stay at your lodge.
Day 9: Into the Legendary Serengeti
After breakfast, explore the Central Serengeti. This area boasts an unparalleled abundance of big cats and serves as the permanent residence for a diverse array of wildlife, including antelopes, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, giraffes, and various bird species. It's a unique African sanctuary where the opportunity for unforgettable wildlife viewing experiences is unmatched. Enjoy a picnic lunch amidst your adventures and return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 10: Ultimate Exposure at the African Mecca
The Serengeti's landscape diversity mirrors childhood animations, but real-life marvels await. Witness the circle of life firsthand. Predators and herbivores coexist vividly in their habitat. Iconic granite kopjes reminiscent of Pride Rock from "The Lion King" serve as predator hideouts. Enjoy a picnic lunch and scenic drives before your overnight stay at your lodge with dinner.
Day 11: Thrilling Encounter at the Ngorongoro Crater
Enjoy a hot breakfast to prepare for an exciting day ahead. Drive through the Ngorongoro Highlands and descend into the African Eden Garden – the Ngorongoro Crater. Explore the crater, home to over 300 species of wildlife, including the majestic rhinoceros. Enjoy a picnic lunch by a hippo pool before continuing with game drives in the crater. Afterward, ascend and drive to Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay at your lodge.
Day 12: Departure
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast, savoring the last moments in the Tanzanian lands. Depending on your flight time, you can visit curio shops in the town, stop for a local lunch, and then head to the airport for your flight home. Wishing you safe travels!
