tanzania journey
tanzania journey
arusha - tarangire - ngorongoro - serengeti - polOleti | 11 days - 10 nights
arusha - tarangire - ngorongoro - serengeti - poleleti
11 days - 10 nights
Tanzania, Unbound
Tanzania Unbound
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The ultimate Tanzania safari
Journey through Tanzania’s iconic Northern Circuit, from the highland landscapes of Arusha and the baobab-dotted plains of Tarangire to the extraordinary wildlife of the Ngorongoro Crater and the endless horizons of the Serengeti. With two distinct Serengeti stays, this is a journey designed to experience Tanzania from every angle.
Highlights
overview
- Ideal for wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, couples, and multi-generational families
- Expert guiding, game viewing and hospitality
Day 1: Arusha
Overnight: Gran Meliá Arusha (day 1)
Day 2-3: Tarangire National Park
Overnight: Siringit Tarangire Camp (day 2-3)
Day 4-5: Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Overnight: Meliá Ngorongoro Lodge (day 4-5)
Day 6-7: Serengeti Ecosystem
Overnight: TAASA Migration Camp (day 6-7)
Day 8-10: Serengeti Private Concession
Overnight: TAASA Lodge (day 8-10)
Day 11: Departure
Tanzania Unbound | Overview
day 1
Day 1 | Arusha
The Tanzanian journey opens in Arusha, the vibrant gateway to the northern safari circuit. Arrive and settle into Gran Meliá Arusha. Set against the majestic backdrop of Mount Meru, Arusha serves as the lush, vibrant gateway to Tanzania’s iconic Northern Circuit. Surrounded by sprawling coffee plantations and fresh mountain air, this historic safari hub offers a rich taste of local culture, leafy avenues, and serene highland landscapes, setting an inviting tone before venturing into the wild.
day 1 | accommodation
Stay - Gran Meliá Arusha
Set on 18 acres of tea and coffee estates along the slopes of Mount Meru, Gran Meliá Arusha blends contemporary elegance with peaceful natural surroundings.
The hotel features beautifully appointed guest rooms with private balconies, a full-service spa, a fitness center, a rooftop bar boasting panoramic mountain views, lavish swimming pool and stylish restaurants. Its location provides an ideal launchpad for the bush flights and overland transfers ahead.
day 2 -7
Day 2 - 3 | Tarangire National Park
Journey south into Tarangire National Park, a wilderness defined by giant ancient baobab trees, red dust paths, and the meandering Tarangire River. During game drives, guests will encounter Africa’s largest concentration of elephants, alongside tree-climbing lions, giraffes, and hundreds of bird species drinking from the riverbanks. Evenings conclude back at camp with handcrafted cocktails around the campfire under brilliant starlit skies.
day 2 - 4 | accommodation
Stay - Siringit Tarangire Camp
Located deep inside Tarangire National Park, Siringit Tarangire Camp offers an intimate, design-forward canvas safari experience.
The camp features classic luxury tents set on raised wooden decks, complete with en-suite bathrooms and open-air sitting areas. Guests enjoy personalized game viewing, alfresco dining, and peaceful lounge spaces overlooking wild savannah corridors.
day 4-5
Day 4 - 5 | Ngorongoro Crater
Ascend into the cool, cloud-draped highlands of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Perched high on the volcanic rim, guests enjoy sweeping views over the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera. A dedicated game drive descends 600 meters down into the crater floor, home to an extraordinary density of wildlife including endangered black rhinos, pride lions, golden jackals, and vast herds of wildebeest and zebra feeding across lush grasslands.
day 4-5 | Accommodation
Stay - Meliá Ngorongoro Lodge
Positioned directly on the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, Meliá Ngorongoro Lodge delivers front-row views over one of Africa’s greatest geological wonders.
The lodge features contemporary rooms with floor-to-ceiling glass, an infinity pool spilling toward the caldera, a luxury wellness spa, and two restaurants serving gourmet East African and international cuisine. Unwind in contemporary luxury as you take in the iconic Ngorongoro Crater from above.
day 6-7
Day 6 - 7 | Serengeti
The Serengeti ecosystem encompasses over 12,000 square miles of pristine wilderness, defined by endless acacia-dotted plains, granite kopjes (small hills), and one of the highest concentrations of wildlife on Earth. Flying directly into this ancient landscape reveals the immense scale of the savannah. A two-night stay at a luxury mobile canvas camp places the journey at the center of the Great Migration’s natural rhythms, whether following millions of wildebeest across sweeping grasslands, witnessing southern calving season, or observing dramatic northern river crossings, accompanied by constant big cat activity.
day 6-7 | accommodation
Stay - TAASA Migration Camp
Moving twice yearly between key migration corridors, TAASA Migration Camp provides luxury tented accommodation directly within the path of the herds.
Featuring spacious canvas suites with private verandas and en-suite facilities, the camp blends classic safari romance with high-level comfort, bush dining under African skies, expert-led wildlife tracking and renowned TAASA Moments.
day 8-10
Day 8 - 10 | polOleti game reserve
Transition to a private wildlife sanctuary situated adjacent to the northern Serengeti. Pololeti Game Reserve is a wildlife haven, home to an abundance of resident wildlife and a chance to witness the Big and Little Five. Spend three unhurried days enjoying off-road game tracking, cultural encounters with local Maasai villagers, and thrilling night game drives in search of nocturnal wildlife before gathering for private bush dinners.
day 8-10 | accommodation
Stay - TAASA Lodge
Tucked into a hillside overlooking the Lobo Valley, TAASA Lodge offers an exclusive luxury retreat a stone's throw away from the Serengeti National Park.
The lodge features stone and canvas suites with private outdoor verandas, an infinity pool overlooking the valley, indoor and outdoor dining opportunities, and dedicated private safari vehicles for total flexibility. TAASA Moments include night game drives, Maasai cultural experiences and dedicated host services.
day 11
inclusions
From the moment of arrival in Tanzania until departure, Selara Africa takes care of every detail of this journey.
This experience includes all accommodation, operational logistics, transfers, safari experiences and activities, with our team coordinating each element seamlessly behind the scenes. You will also have 24/7 ground support from the Selara Africa team, providing assistance whenever you need it.
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Stays at premier luxury lodges featuring private butler service, intuitive field guides, gourmet dining, and unhurried wellness treatments overlooking the African horizon.
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