The THREE main regions to consider in Tanzania are:
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1. The Serengeti - 4 lodges
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2. Ngorongoro Crater - 2 lodges
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3. Lake Manyara and Tarangire National Parks - 3 lodges
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The Serengeti
ahhhh, the Serengeti... distant horizon lines, big skies and endless plains accentuated by flat-topped acacia trees. Home to the largest herds on the planet and Africa’s highest concentration of predators, the Serengeti is probably THE most celebrated game reserve in the world. It's difficult to predict the exact timing and route of the Great Migration path as herd movement depend so much on weather patterns. Not to mention the unpredictable wildebeest! But with the wildebeest’s constant search for food and water, the 'general' migration route rotates through the eastern Serengeti (nov-dec) and into the wet south where almost 400 000 wildebeest calves are born around late January to mid-March. From April onwards the migration moves up through the western Serengeti, passing the Grumeti around May/June and onward to the drier plains of the north between July and August when jostling herds famously splash their way across the Mara River into Kenya's Masaai Mara... pouncing and kicking as they fight for survival. And the worst part - on their return to Tanzania (sep/oct), it's river crossing time all over again! Important to mention though, seasoned travellers claim that even if you removed the Great Migration from the picture, you still will NOT be disappointed...
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located on the banks of the infamous Mara River offering game viewing from your suite
6 nomadic-chic tented suites with art, canvas, stone & raw leather in Maasai colours
all tents are river facing with an indoor shower plus an outdoor bath with views
plains game, big cats, elephants & huge populations of crocodile and hippo
central dining/bar/deli area with plunge pool and deck overlooking river -
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3hr charter flight from Arusha (2stops en-route) plus 45min road transfer to lodge
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rates 2024
from $2045 to $2975 per person per night
high season jun-aug and 15dec-5jan - closed 15jan to 31may 2024
rates include all meals, beverages, 2 daily game drives, airstrip transfers
rates exclude French champagne, park fees, levy, charter flights and staff gratuities
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remote, perched on a hill, 10 thatched stone cottages with veranda and breathtaking views
exceptional game viewing, thrilling night game drives, Maasai culture & vintage safari style
overlooks a corridor which, twice a year, fills up with throngs of zebra and wildebeest
stone floors, deep leather armchairs and sweeping views of a game filled valley -
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1hr charter from Arusha + transfer to lodge
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rates 2024from $1050 to $1720 per person per nighthigh season jun-oct and 21dec-10jan
included: all meals, local bar brands, house wines, laundry, safari activities and refreshments, emergency evacuation insurance and return airstrip transfersexcluded: champagne, premium bar brands and staff gratuities
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2 camps with 9 luxury safari tents each moving 5 times a year following the migrationairy en-suite tents with separate toilet and his/hers outdoor al fresco bucket showersclassic safari style, Indian rugs, crisp linens, sparkling crystal and polished brassunbeatable bush dinners in dining tent lend flair to the simplicity of camping.each camp also offers one family tent and one triple tent -
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charter flight to nearest airstrip + short road transfer to camp
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rates 2024 - from $1005 to $1530 per person per nightpeak season 16jun-oct & 21dec-29febincluded: all meals, local bar brands, house wines, laundry, safari activities and refreshments, emergency evacuation insurance and return airstrip transfersexcluded: champagne, premium bar brands, levies/park/conservancy fees and staff gratuities
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the camp moves seasonally 4 -5 times a year to follow the movements of the great migrationfrom calving season in the south - all the way to the famous river crossings in the north6 large Meru-style tents with dressing room area separating the en-suite bathroomsone family tent made up of two full size en-suite tents with adjoining lounge area.central lounge/dining/bar/library tent with open safari fireplace for sundowners -
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charter flight to nearest airport + road transfer to camp
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rates 2024 – min 2night stay$865 to $1250 per person per nighthigh season jun-oct and 21dec-15marincluded: all meals, drinks (except champagne & premium wines), private game drives (no walking), bush picnics, laundry and scheduled road transfers to/from nearest airstrip.excluded: Park/Camping/Concession Fees, flights, insurance/evacuation cover and staff gratuities
Consider a 2night stop-over at the Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
Sometimes called the eight wonder of the world, the Ngorongoro Crater is indisputably home to the highest density of big game in Africa including lions, leopards, hyena’s, baboons, large flocks of crowned cranes, black/white rhinos and some of Africa’s largest tusker elephants! The crater, a perfect caldera, forms a natural bowl with a diameter of approximately 18 kilometres and features an astonishing variety of landscapes – from misty forests and rocky mountain peaks to wide open plains, valleys, rivers and an alkaline lake filled with flamingoes. And sharing the abundant grazing grounds and groundwater on the crater floor with approximately 25000 wild animals, are members of the noble Maasai tribe who can be seen grazing their sheep and cattle all over. The only place on earth where mankind and wild animals co-exist in harmony. Listed below, our 2 favourite places: from simply divine and luxurious... to affordable excellence
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Perched on the edge of the Crater itself, three separate lodges sleeps either 12 or 24 guests
probably one of the most spectacular lodges in Africa offering sumptuous safari suites baroque interiors with brocade sofas, antiques, gilt mirrors and beaded chandeliers
handcrafted mud and thatch, fireplaces, raw silk, private butlers and distant viewsa domed central dining area offer crystal, silver & airy viewing deck (no pool)frequently referred to as Versailles meets Maasai – simply extraordinary -
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40min charter flight Arusha/Lake Manyara airport + a 1.5hr road transfer to lodge
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rates 2024 - from $1460 to $2470 per person per nighthigh season 11jan-29feb; jun-oct; 21dec-10janincluded: all meals, local bar brands, game activities with refreshments, laundry and emergency evacuation insurance.
excluded: Champagne, premium bar brands, levy, airport transfers and staff gratuities
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exceptional views into Crater (on sunrise side) and over the Serengeti for sundowners
Crater game drives, guided walks, bush picnics, Masaai interaction and sundowners
seven cottage-style rooms elevated on wooden platforms right on the Crater rim
all with heating, en-suite bathrooms, hot/cold running water and flush loos
2 family units are made up of two full size rooms and a shared bathroom
central bar/lounge/dining area with fireplace and distant crater views
take a walk on the wild side – and pack warm clothes all year round… -
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40min charter flight Arusha/Lake Manyara airport + a 2.5hr road transfer to lodge
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rates 2024 - min 2night stay$995 to $1750 per person per nighthigh season jul-sep and 21dec-4janincluded: all meals,, drinks (excl champagne & premium wines), private game drives into Crater (excl Crater fees), short highland walks (seasonal), Maasai boma visit, bush picnics, sundowners; scheduled road transfers to/from Manyara airstrip and laundry.excluded: Park/Crater/Concession Fees, additional Maasai activities, flights, staff gratuities, insurance & evacuation cover and non-scheduled Manyara airport transfers
and, moving south of Lake Manyara Airport
Lake Manyara and Tarangire
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cradled in the boughs of ancient mahogany trees, nine stilted treehouse suitesgenerous decks, large windows, overhead fans and billowing mosquito netslocal timbers and makuti palm fronds make for cool, leafy surroundingsromantic free-standing bath & outdoor shower overlooking the forestsoaring central areas with interactive kitchen & open dining decksoverlooking a forest boma lined with quaint dugout canoe2 daily game drives with night drives at extra charge -
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3.5hr complimentary road transfer from Lake Manyara Airport
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rates 2024from $1060 to $1690 per person sharing per nighthigh season 16jun-sept & 21dec-10janclosed in aprilincluded: all meals, soft drinks, house wines, local bar brands, tea/coffee, laundry, emergency evacuation insurance, safari activities, refreshments on drives and , transfers from/to Lake Manyara Airport.excluded: champagne, cognac, fine wines, premium bar brands, tourism Levy, park/conservancy fees and staff gratuities
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watch herds of game wander between watering holes and savannah grasslands8 ultra-luxurious tented suites (100 m²) with wood, canvas, cotton and lava rockprivate patio and sala with day beds & bathrooms with bath and outdoor showercentral area with dining room, lounge, bar, library, fireplace and outside fire pit
also gym, spa, viewing deck, secluded pool and views of active watering holelodge located east of Lake Manyara so expect spell-binding sunset views…echoes of a vintage safari… just look & listen as it unfolds in front of youalso a private bush camp with 2 tents and family suite with 2 bedrooms -
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3-4hrs game drive from Kuro Tarangire airstrip - 2hrs transfer from Lake Manyara airportwe suggest flying into Kuro for a most memorable game drive transfer to lodge -
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rates 2024 - min 2night stay$1190 to $1655 per person per nightpeak season 23dec-2janclosed apr-14mayincluded: transfer from Kuro (excl park fees), all meals, house wines, beers, spirits, water & soft drinks (excl premium wine & French champagne), morning & afternoon game drives, guided walking safaris, anti-poaching experience, sundowners, sunrise hill climb, game drive to Tarangire National Park (excl park fees), visit with a local Maasai family, hand washed laundry & wifi.excluded: Conservation & Community Fees, Tourism levies, evacuation Insurance, premium wines and French champagne, park fees for Tarangire-, Lake Manyara- and Ngorongoro Crater National Parks.
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tucked into riverside bush with elephants often passing right through campin central Tarangire, away from busy north and within easy reach of river6 walk-in safari tents on wooden decking & all cosily covered in thatchlike understated little nests woven of wood, sisal, thatch and canvasall tents with in/outdoor showers, flush loos & veranda with views.open-sided thatched lounge/dining area for starlit fireside drinksguided day- and *night time game drives and walking safarislocation known for rather large herds of buffalo & elephant*night game drives to be pre-booked at extra chargeclosed 16 March - 31 May -
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by air into Kuro Airstrip in Tarangire National Park + 15min transfer to lodge
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rates 2024 - min 2night stay$865 to $1350 per person per nighthigh season jun-octincluded: all meals, drinks (excl champagne & premium wines), game drives, airstrip transfers and laundryexcluded: flights, park/concession fees, night drives to be pre booked at $59pp and subject to availability) staff gratuities, travel insurance & evacuation cover.
itinerary ideas
Travel when YOU want to
and combine destinations as YOU wish.
Take a look:
8 nights - Manyara, the Crater and Serengeti
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day 1arrive Arusha and overnightday 2fly Arusha to Lake Manyara Airporttransfer to lodge for 2night safari(Lake Manyara or Tarangire Parks)day 4transfer via Lake Manyara airport toNgorongoro Crater and stay 2nightsday 6transfer to Lake Manyara Airportfly Lake Manyara to the Serengetitransfer to lodge for 3night safariday 9transfer lodge to air stripfly Serengeti to Arusha Airportand connect outbound flights from Arusha
6 nights - Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti
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day 1arrive Arusha and overnightday 2fly Arusha to Lake Manyara Airporttransfer to Ngorongoro for 2nightsday 4transfer to Lake Manyara Airportfly Lake Manyara to the Serengetitransfer to lodge for 3night safariday 7transfer lodge to air stripfly Serengeti to Arusha Airportand connect outbound flights from Arusha
Little Chem Chem Lodge, Lake Burungi