10 Days · Tanzania

Days 1–2 — Tarangire National Park

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Tour Overview

A fully private Northern Circuit itinerary — private vehicle, private guide, and camps selected for exclusivity throughout, for travellers who want no shared game drives or fixed group schedule at any point in the trip.

Luxury Highlights

  • Exclusive-use vehicle and guide for the full ten days
  • Private concession camps prioritised over parks with higher vehicle density
  • Flexible daily schedule set by you, not a fixed group itinerary
  • Optional private-guide continuity across the entire trip

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Days 1–2

Tarangire National Park

Private-concession lodge bordering Tarangire, with flexible-timing game drives.

Days 3–4

Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Crater-rim lodge, with a private full-day crater floor descent.

Days 5–9

Serengeti National Park

An extended five nights across two Serengeti regions, positioned for both density and privacy, with your guide continuing throughout.

Day 10

Depart

Final game drive and private transfer back to Kilimanjaro/Arusha for departure.

Accommodation on This Safari

Accommodation is selected from our recommended lodge directory for each region visited, matched to your preferences on privacy, style, and budget tier during planning — see the relevant region and lodge pages for specific property options.

Meals Included

All meals are included throughout the safari portions of this itinerary; specific inclusions for any city or beach nights should be confirmed at booking, as these can vary by property.

Flights & Transfers

Internal transfers combine light-aircraft flights and road transfers as appropriate to each leg; specific routing is confirmed once your season and exact camps are set.

Wildlife Expectations

Private routing generally allows more flexibility to reposition toward reported wildlife activity than a fixed-schedule itinerary. As with all our itineraries, we do not guarantee specific sightings.

Best Season for This Itinerary

Dry season (June–October) generally strongest, though a private itinerary can be built around any season.

Optional Experiences & Add-Ons

Hot air balloon safaris, private guided walks, cultural visits, and helicopter transfers can be added to most legs of this itinerary on request. Internal link: Experiences

Packing Guide

Neutral-toned clothing, layers for early-morning game drives, comfortable closed shoes, and a wide-brimmed hat are recommended across all legs of this itinerary. Internal link: The Tanzania Safari Packing Guide

What's Included / What's Excluded

Included: accommodation, meals as specified, park and conservation fees, private guiding, and internal transfers listed above. Excluded: international flights, visas, travel insurance, gratuities, and optional add-on experiences unless otherwise agreed.

Why Choose This Safari

A fully private Northern Circuit itinerary — private vehicle, private guide, and camps selected for exclusivity throughout, for travellers who want no shared game drives or fixed group schedule at any point in the trip.

Upgrade Options

Add a private-guide-accompanied Zanzibar extension to maintain full continuity through the beach portion.

FAQs

Can this 10-day itinerary be shortened or extended?
Yes — every itinerary on this page is a starting template; nights per region can be added or reduced based on your available time and interests.
Is this itinerary fully private?
Yes — all game drives and transfers on this itinerary use a private vehicle and guide rather than shared group departures, unless you specifically request a group option.

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