Throughout our four decades in Tanzania, we’ve perfected our ideal itinerary: a thorough exploration of northern Tanzania blended with authentic cultural experiences and luxurious touches. It’s the itinerary we do ourselves when we visit Tanzania, so you can experience Tanzania like we do. Discover our most popular offering.
DAY 1
Upon arrival at Arusha Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your Shiri Adventures guide and transferred to your luxury lodge in Arusha. The rest of the day is at leisure to relax after your journey.
Meals: Dinner
Upon arrival at Arusha Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your Shiri Adventures guide and transferred to your luxury lodge in Arusha. The rest of the day is at leisure to relax after your journey.
Meals: Dinner
DAY 2
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, renowned for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Enjoy a full game drive through diverse landscapes of riverine forests and open savannah.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, renowned for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Enjoy a full game drive through diverse landscapes of riverine forests and open savannah.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, renowned for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Enjoy a full game drive through diverse landscapes of riverine forests and open savannah.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 3
After breakfast, travel through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area en route to the vast plains of Serengeti National Park. Game viewing begins immediately upon entering the park.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, travel through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area en route to the vast plains of Serengeti National Park. Game viewing begins immediately upon entering the park.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, travel through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area en route to the vast plains of Serengeti National Park. Game viewing begins immediately upon entering the park.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 4
Spend a full day exploring the Serengeti with extended game drives led by an experienced professional guide. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush before continuing your afternoon safari.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend a full day exploring the Serengeti with extended game drives led by an experienced professional guide. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush before continuing your afternoon safari.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend a full day exploring the Serengeti with extended game drives led by an experienced professional guide. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush before continuing your afternoon safari.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 5
After a morning game drive in the Serengeti, travel toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Visit an authentic Maasai village followed by a guided sunset walk along the Ngorongoro Crater rim.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After a morning game drive in the Serengeti, travel toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Visit an authentic Maasai village followed by a guided sunset walk along the Ngorongoro Crater rim.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After a morning game drive in the Serengeti, travel toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Visit an authentic Maasai village followed by a guided sunset walk along the Ngorongoro Crater rim.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive inside this UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to an incredible concentration of wildlife.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive inside this UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to an incredible concentration of wildlife.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive inside this UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to an incredible concentration of wildlife.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7
Visit Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its diverse birdlife and scenic landscapes, before transferring back to Arusha.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Visit Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its diverse birdlife and scenic landscapes, before transferring back to Arusha.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Visit Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its diverse birdlife and scenic landscapes, before transferring back to Arusha.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Wear neutral colors like khaki or light grey to stay cool and blend in with nature. Avoid white (shows dust), blue (attracts tsetse flies), and camouflage (reserved for military). Bring a light jacket for cool mornings, sturdy closed shoes for game drives, and a hat and sunglasses for sun protection. Check our Safari Packing List
The best time for a Tanzania safari depends on your preferences:
Yes, you can! Many Tanzania safari tours are family-friendly, offering unique experiences for children. With Shiri Adventures, families can enjoy customized safaris featuring engaging activities like nature walks and wildlife tracking. Many lodges also provide child-friendly amenities and babysitting services, ensuring your Tanzania safari is both fun and stress-free for parents and kids alike.
East Africa is home to idyllic beaches perfect for unwinding after your safari:
Yes, you can! Many Tanzania safari tours are family-friendly, offering unique experiences for children. With Shiri Adventures, families can enjoy customized safaris featuring engaging activities like nature walks and wildlife tracking. Many lodges also provide child-friendly amenities and babysitting services, ensuring your Tanzania safari is both fun and stress-free for parents and kids alike.
Tanzania offers world-class safari destinations, each with its own charm. The Serengeti is famous for the Great Migration, while the Ngorongoro Crater guarantees Big Five sightings. Tarangire dazzles with elephants and baobabs, and Lake Manyara is home to tree-climbing lions. For a wilder, offbeat experience, explore Selous, Ruaha, or Mahale Mountains.
ADD-ON
Enjoy a bird’s eye view, a hearty breakfast and a glass of champagne during a morning hot air balloon tour. Your entire trip will be unforgettable, but this will bring it to new heights.
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Set against lush coffee plantations with views of Mount Meru, it offers serene luxury before or after safari. Spacious suites, elevated dining, and discreet five-star service define every stay. A polished sanctuary for travelers who expect comfort, calm, and distinction.
