Best Tanzania Safari 2026
(May – October)

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, meet your driver and head to Gran Meliá Arusha by comfortable private transfer.

Set against the backdrop of Mount Meru and surrounded by coffee and tea plantations, this elegant hotel provides an ideal start to your safari journey. It features spacious guest rooms, landscaped gardens, and a wellness spa perfect for a rest after a long international flight. Settle in and spend the rest of the day at leisure.

Accommodation: Gran Melia Arusha

Enjoy a free day at leisure, taking the time to recharge before the next stage of your Tanzania adventure. You may choose to unwind at the hotel, where modern comforts, landscaped gardens, a spa, and an infinity pool provide a peaceful retreat. You may also immerse in the views of Mount Meru or simply take a leisurely walk around the hotel grounds.

Accommodation: Gran Melia Arusha

Depart from Arusha and journey approximately 3 hours to Tarangire National Park, one of northern Tanzania's most scenic wildlife reserves. Known for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and rich birdlife, the park offers great safari experiences throughout much of the year.

Go on a 6-hour game drive across the varied landscapes of open plains and woodlands. Along with elephants, you may spot lions, giraffes, zebras, and numerous bird species in their natural habitat.

After your safari, continue to Lake Manyara Kilimamoja Lodge. Relax in your comfortable room and soak up panoramic views of the surroundings before dinner and Accommodation stay.

Accommodation: Lake Manyara Kilimamoja Lodge

This morning, journey toward central Serengeti National Park, with a scenic drive of approximately 7 hours. Enjoy an en-route game drive, with chances to spot iconic animals such as lions, leopards, elephants, and giraffes.

Later, check into Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti. The lodge offers opportunities to observe wildlife directly from the property, along with spacious rooms featuring private terraces, an outdoor infinity pool, and spa facilities designed for relaxation between safari activities. Settle in, and the rest of the day is at leisure for you to enjoy the lodge's amenities.

Accommodation: Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti

Rise early for an unforgettable safari experience in Serengeti National Park. Go on either a full-day game drive with picnic lunch or two half-day safari excursions (morning and afternoon). Accompanied by an experienced driver, search for the legendary Big Five - lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino - across the park's vast plains and woodland areas.

After the safari, return to the lodge to unwind by the infinity pool overlooking the watering hole or admire the sunset with a drink in hand.

Accommodation: Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti

After breakfast, set out for a morning game drive when wildlife is most active across the open savannah. With your experienced driver, explore diverse habitats in search of lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and other wildlife.

Have a picnic lunch in the bush or return to your lodge for a break before continuing with an afternoon game drive. The changing light and cooler temperatures often bring increased predator activity, offering excellent photography opportunities.

Accommodation: Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti

Enjoy your final morning in Serengeti National Park with a half-day game drive or have some time at leisure at your lodge. This is a great opportunity to spot more wildlife before leaving the park.

Around midday, check out and begin your scenic drive toward the Karatu region, located near the Ngorongoro Crater. The journey takes about 5 hours, passing through changing landscapes and rural villages.

Arrive at Ngorongoro Oldeani Mountain Lodge, beautifully set on the hillside with sweeping views of the surrounding countryside. After check-in, unwind in spacious rooms and prepare for the next day's safari adventure.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Oldeani Mountain Lodge

In the morning, depart for the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater and descend into its remarkable caldera for a game drive. This UNESCO-listed site is one of the best places in Tanzania to encounter the rare black rhino, along with lions, elephants, buffaloes, and a wide variety of wildlife.

Have a picnic lunch on the crater floor while surrounded by stunning natural scenery before ascending back to the rim.

Continue to Neptune Ngorongoro Luxury Lodge, an all-suite retreat set among beautiful highland scenery. After check-in, relax in your cozy cabin-style suite, take a refreshing dip in the swimming pool, or optionally treat yourself to a soothing spa experience (at your own expense).

Accommodation: Neptune Ngorongoro Luxury Lodge

Enjoy a free morning at the lodge, taking time to unwind after your safari experiences. Later, depart by road for the KIA Lodge, located close to Kilimanjaro International Airport. The journey typically takes around 4.5 hours, passing through scenic landscapes, small towns, and coffee-growing regions along the way.

Upon arrival, check in and settle into your accommodation, designed for convenience ahead of international travel. Spend your last evening in Tanzania at leisure, taking advantage of the lodge's amenities or reflecting on your safari journey.

Accommodation: KIA Lodge

At the appointed time, take the shuttle bus to Kilimanjaro International Airport. Say goodbye to Tanzania and board your flight to the next destination.