Take to the Skies
Explore New Heights
Take to the skies on an adventure through Tanzania’s most famous parks: the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Ruaha and Nyerere National Park. The Great Migration, a stopover at Gibb’s Farm, an opportunity to track rare wildlife and a thrilling boat safari down the Rufiji River await!
Itinerary
Days of Adventure
DAY 1
Arrive in Arusha, Tanzania
Karibu! Welcome to Arusha. A guide will meet you at the airport via your Delta/KLM flight and transport you to your accommodations: a lodge set in a beautiful coffee plantation in the foothills of Mount Meru.
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Arusha Coffee Lodge
Relax in stylish and comfortable accommodations in the middle of one of Tanzania’s largest coffee plantations. With a convenient location near the city and airport, Arusha Coffee Lodge is the perfect starting place for your adventure.
DAYS 2–4
Serengeti National Park
A short bush flight brings you directly into the heart of the Serengeti.
The next three days will be filled with big cats, the Big Five and—with luck—Great Migration herds. Your seasonal mobile camp brings you as close to the wildlife as possible.
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Serengeti Nyumba Camps
Settle down in seasonal camps that move with the Great Migration to give you the greatest opportunities to see the wildlife. Eco-friendly features ensure the magic of the wilderness remains long after your departure.
DAYS 5–6
Ngorongoro Crater & Highlands
The world’s largest unbroken volcanic caldera also hosts the densest concentration of large mammals on the planet.
You’ll explore its floor over the next two days and search for the Big Five, including the rare black rhino. In the evenings, you’ll retire to Gibb’s Farm, a three-time Travel + Leisure Top Safari Lodge in Africa.
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Gibb’s Farm
Fresh food, fresh air and fresh perspectives abound at Gibb’s Farm (a three-time Travel + Leisure Top Safari Lodge in Africa). After full days of exploration, relax in your eco-friendly cottage, set amidst the farm’s lush gardens. Enjoy an outdoor shower, in-room spa treatment, farm-to-table dining, and learn about local culture from the attentive staff.
DAYS 7–9
Ruaha National Park
Rugged, raw and one of the most remote safari locations in East Africa, Ruaha is a rare treat for travelers.
It’s the only park in Africa where you can find East African and Southern African wildlife, and a prime location for finding rare species like kudu, wild dog and sable antelope with the help of local guides and expert spotters.
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Kigelia Ruaha
Rest under the shade of a sausage tree and unwind alongside the seasonal Ifiguru sand river. This beautiful tented camp is a relaxing retreat in the middle of the wilderness. Tents are outfitted with en suite bathrooms and deck space perfect for stargazing.
DAYS 10–11
Nyerere National Park
Three times larger than the Serengeti, brimming with rare creatures, Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous Game Reserve) is perfect for safari by foot, vehicle and boat.
This unique riverine environment provides a gripping end to your adventure. The opportunity to see amphibious species up close is remarkable for safari goers in East Africa, and it pairs wonderfully with a serene walking excursion.
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Sand River Selous
These luxurious riverside accommodations fit elegantly into the natural surroundings. Between the panoramic views of the waters and wildlife, the lavish décor and the stray sounds of hippos and monkeys, this is a hideaway you won’t soon forget.
DAY 13
Depart Tanzania
Fly to Dar es Salaam for your international flight home, with an opportunity to relax in a day room at Kilimanjaro Hotel.
Add-On
Fly over the Serengeti
Prepare for Takeoff
Enjoy a bird’s eye view, a hearty breakfast and a glass of champagne during a morning hot air balloon tour. Your entire trip will be unforgettable, but this will bring it to new heights.
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Trip Extensions
Enhance Your Safari
Zanzibar
From $2,000 per person
Zanzibar invites you to turquoise waters, white sands, and vibrant culture. Explore Stone Town’s lively markets, unwind on serene beaches, and uncover the island’s rich history.
Zanzibar
Indulge in Relaxation
Snorkel or dive in the clear blue Indian Ocean, or sunbathe for days on the pristine white-sand beaches of your resort. Spend a colorful day amidst the island’s bustling markets in the eclectic capital city of Stone Town, and visit historical sites from the centuries-old slave and spice trades.
Recommended Stay: 5 days, including 3 nights on the beach and 1 night in iconic Stone Town
From: $2,000 per person
Rwanda
From: $6,500 per person
Travel to Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park to trek through rugged terrain in search of endangered mountain gorillas. In Kigali, visit the city’s highlights, including the moving Kigali Genocide Memorial.
Rwanda
Spot Endangered Gorillas
Fly to Kigali, Rwanda and drive north to Volcanoes National Park. Journey on foot over wild, ungroomed mountain terrain in search of endangered mountain gorillas, of which only 1000 survive worldwide. After your arrival, tour Kigali, including the world-renowned Kigali Genocide Memorial.
Recommended Stay: 5 days
From: $6,500 per person
Cape Town
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With Table Mountain as its backdrop, Cape Town offers stunning vineyards, fine dining, penguin sightings at Boulders Beach, and a visit to historic Robben Island. This vibrant city is sure to inspire.
Cape Town
Vineyards, Views and Fine Dining
Table Mountain National Park provides the dramatic backdrop to this vibrant, colorful city. Explore South Africa’s best vineyards, enjoy fine dining in town, observe penguins at the famous Boulders Beach, and visit Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela’s—and South Africa’s—struggles echo poignantly. A visit to Cape Town is sure to inspire and delight.
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Ruaha National Park
From: $4,500 per person
Journey to the remote Ruaha National Park, a hidden gem in East Africa. Track elusive wildlife by day and enjoy torch-lit dinners by the river at night.
Ruaha National Park
Track African Wildlife
Fly to the remote wilderness of Ruaha National Park, one of the least explored parks in East Africa, where tracking is as much an art form as a practical pursuit. Explore uncharted territory by day, spotting leopard, cheetah and wild dog, and savor torch-lit dinners on the banks of the river by night.
Recommended Stay: 4–5 days
From: $4,500 per person
Nyerere National Park
From: $4,500 per person
Explore the Rufiji River’s wildlife by boat, and on foot. Spot elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and rare species like Greater Kudu on the plains.
Nyerere National Park
Traverse Vast Wilderness
Take a scenic flight to one of Africa’s largest national parks (formerly Selous Game Reserve), where you’ll view the Rufiji River’s wildlife. Travel by 4-wheel drive, boat and foot and spot elephants, hippos, and crocodiles in the riverine environment, while rare species like Greater Kudu can be spotted on the plains.
Recommended Stay: 4 days
From: $4,500 per person
Mahale Mtn. National Park
From: $6,000 per person
Fly to Lake Tanganyika’s shores and take a boat to your secluded camp. Hike the Mahale Mountains to observe chimpanzees in their natural habitat.
Mahale Mtn. National Park
Encounter Playful Chimps
Fly to the shores of Lake Tanganyika, along the westernmost border of Tanzania, and take a short boat ride to your exclusive camp, a luxurious hideaway tucked along the shore. Hike the misty slopes of the Mahale Mountains in search of free-roaming chimpanzees, grooming, feeding and playing.
Recommended Stay: 4 to 5 days
From: $6,000 per person
