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10 Days Treasures of Tanzania Luxury Safari – The Ultimate Northern Circuit

This 10-day luxury safari takes you on an unforgettable journey through Tanzania's most iconic destinations. From the elephant-filled plains of Tarangire National Park to the tree-climbing lions of Lake Manyara, the endless savannahs of the Serengeti, the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater, and the pristine beaches of Zanzibar – this is the ultimate Tanzanian adventure.

You travel with a private guide and private safari vehicle, which means the schedule stays flexible and the experience feels personal. Your guide adjusts game drive timing to the best wildlife hours, includes photo stops whenever you want, and keeps the pace comfortable with well planned breaks.

To finish, Zanzibar gives you a true luxury reset, with beach time, ocean activities, and optional cultural moments in Stone Town. It is the ideal way to end the trip feeling refreshed, not tired, while still keeping every detail professionally handled by Tanzania Safari Source Tours.

Duration: 10 Days / 9 Nights Parks: Tarangire • Manyara • Serengeti • Ngorongoro • Zanzibar Style: Private Luxury Safari Offer: 20% Promotion From: On request
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Why This Safari?

  • Complete Northern Circuit: Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Zanzibar.
  • Great Migration viewing: Witness the wildebeest migration and river crossings (seasonal).
  • Luxury lodges: Handpicked premium accommodations with exceptional service.
  • Private guide & vehicle: Flexible game drives and personalised attention.
  • Bush & beach: The perfect combination of wildlife adventure and Zanzibar relaxation.

Scroll to the Day by Day Itinerary tab above for the full ten-day breakdown, or jump to Pricing & Includes for what's covered.

Your Complete Safari Itinerary

A complete day by day breakdown of your 10-day luxury safari and Zanzibar adventure, written to help you picture each day clearly. Expect private guiding, flexible pacing, and hand picked lodges that keep the journey comfortable from the first welcome in Arusha to your final beach morning in Zanzibar.

Each day includes what you will do, what you are likely to see, and how the experience flows, with enough Serengeti time for big cat tracking and photography, a high impact Ngorongoro Crater descent, and relaxed island days to finish.

Day 1: Arrival Arusha – Welcome to Tanzania

Arusha

Your private guide meets you at Kilimanjaro International Airport. Transfer to a luxury lodge on the outskirts of Arusha. Welcome dinner and briefing on your upcoming adventure.

Day Highlights

Arrive at JRO, private transfer, and welcome briefing. Relax at a premium lodge before the safari begins.

Meals & Service

Dinner included. Meals are arranged as per the itinerary and your lodge schedule.

Day 2: Tarangire National Park – Elephant Country

Tarangire

Drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its massive elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. Afternoon game drive – spot elephants, giraffes, zebras, and lions. Overnight at a luxury lodge overlooking the park.

Day Highlights

Big elephant herds, iconic baobabs, and predator sightings along the Tarangire River corridor.

Meals & Service

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included. Meals arranged per your lodge schedule.

Day 3: Lake Manyara – Tree-Climbing Lions & Flamingos

Lake Manyara

Morning game drive in Tarangire, then transfer to Lake Manyara National Park. Spot tree-climbing lions, flamingos, hippos, and diverse birdlife. Overnight at a luxury eco-lodge with stunning views.

Day Highlights

Forest and lake edge scenery with hippos, elephants, and (seasonally) tree-climbing lions.

Meals & Service

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included. Meals arranged per your lodge schedule.

Day 4: Central Serengeti – Big Cats & Migration

Serengeti

Fly from Manyara to Central Serengeti. Afternoon game drive in the Seronera Valley – famous for lions, leopards, and cheetahs. Overnight at a luxury camp in the heart of the Serengeti.

Day Highlights

Arrive in the Serengeti and begin tracking wildlife immediately, focusing on the Seronera Valley and its famous big cat populations.

Meals & Service

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included. Meals arranged per your camp schedule.

Day 5: Central Serengeti – Full Day Safari

Serengeti

Full day exploring Central Serengeti. Follow the Great Migration herds, watch predators in action, and enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush. Return to camp for sunset drinks.

Day Highlights

Full-day game drives with private guiding – stay longer at sightings, pause for photography, and enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch.

Meals & Service

Breakfast, picnic lunch, and dinner included.

Day 6: Northern Serengeti – Mara River Crossings

Northern Serengeti

Transfer north to Kogatende. Spend the day near the Mara River, watching wildebeest and zebras cross crocodile-infested waters (seasonal). Overnight at a luxury camp with river views.

Day Highlights

Mara River crossing action (seasonal), plus resident wildlife along the river corridor.

Meals & Service

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.

Day 7: Northern Serengeti – Morning Game Drive

Northern Serengeti & Ngorongoro

Final morning game drive in Northern Serengeti. Return to camp for brunch. Afternoon flight to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Overnight on the crater rim.

Day Highlights

Morning game drive, then a scenic flight to the Ngorongoro highlands for a rim-side overnight.

Meals & Service

Breakfast, brunch, and dinner included.

Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater – The Garden of Eden

Ngorongoro

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full day of game viewing – see the Big Five in a natural amphitheater. Picnic lunch by the hippo lake. Overnight on the crater rim with breathtaking views.

Day Highlights

Exceptional wildlife density on the crater floor – rhino, lions, buffalo, and vast herds in one protected ecosystem.

Meals & Service

Breakfast, picnic lunch, and dinner included.

Day 9: Fly to Zanzibar – Beach & Relaxation

Zanzibar

After breakfast, transfer to Arusha and fly to Zanzibar. Check into a luxury beach resort. Spend the afternoon swimming, snorkelling, or simply relaxing on the white sand. Sunset drinks and dinner at the resort.

Day Highlights

Transition from safari to the coast with a smooth flight, then unwind at a luxury Zanzibar beach resort.

Meals & Service

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.

Day 10: Departure – Farewell Zanzibar

Departure

Last morning at the beach. Transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your international flight home or onward adventures.

Day Highlights

Final beach morning and private transfer to Zanzibar Airport for a smooth departure.

Meals & Service

Breakfast included. No overnight stay on departure day.

Pricing & What's Included

Rates vary by season, accommodation tier, and group size. Ask about the 20% promotion.

GroupTotalOffer
2 AdultsOn request20% promotion
4+ AdultsOn requestContact us
Custom (Tailor-made)On requestPlan together

Included

  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle + professional guide
  • 9 nights luxury accommodation (lodges, tented camps, beach resort)
  • Meals as per itinerary (full board on safari, half board on Zanzibar)
  • All park entry fees & Ngorongoro Crater fees
  • Internal flights: Manyara → Serengeti, Serengeti → Ngorongoro / Zanzibar

Excluded

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance, visa fees
  • Optional water sports on Zanzibar
  • Personal expenses, souvenirs, extra drinks

Why This is the Ultimate Tanzania Luxury Safari

Complete Northern Circuit

Experience all of Tanzania's iconic destinations – Tarangire, Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Zanzibar.

Luxury Lodges

Stay in handpicked premium accommodations with exceptional service, gourmet cuisine, and stunning views.

Bush & Beach

The perfect combination of wildlife adventure and Zanzibar relaxation – the best of both worlds.

Frequently Asked Questions

This 10-day safari covers the Northern Circuit: Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara, Central Serengeti, Northern Serengeti (Kogatende), Ngorongoro Crater, and Zanzibar Island.
Yes. We spend 3 days in Serengeti (Central & Northern) to maximise your chances of seeing the Great Migration and river crossings (seasonal).
Private vehicle and guide, luxury accommodation, meals, park entry fees, and internal flights from Serengeti to Zanzibar.
Yes. The itinerary can be adapted for families with child-friendly lodges, flexible game drive times, and activities suitable for all ages.
June–October offers dry weather and excellent wildlife viewing. January–March is also great with calving season in the Serengeti.

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