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Right after landing in Tanzania, you will be welcomed with a private transfer in an exquisite car from Kilimanjaro International Airport that takes you to Arusha, where you will begin your safari. Arusha is the center of Tanzanian safaris. Upon arrival, check into a 5-star luxury lodge that comes equipped with elegant furnishings, splendid gardens, and provides peace as Arusha's cultural center is a short distance away. In the evening, relax and sip on a welcome cocktail while looking forward to the adventure that lies ahead. Your knowledgeable guide briefs you about the private game drives you will be taking alongside the elegant accommodations you will be staying at throughout the Northern Circuit. Dinner is optional unless you want to indulge in the lodge's international Tanzanian cuisine they have incorporated into fine-dining style. The start to your journey is smooth and swift, providing rest for the mind and body while preparing you for the safari experience of a lifetime.

Accommodation: 5-Star Lodge in Arusha

Meals: N/A

Activities: VIP airport transfer, activity overview

Drive Time: 2 hours

After enjoying a gourmet breakfast with artisanal pastries and an assortment of fresh juices, depart Tarangire National Park with a private premium 4x4 vehicle. The drive will take you 2 hours through the gorgeous Maasai plains. Spanning 2,850 km², Tarangire is renowned for its elephant herds. ancient baobab trees, and diverse wildlife offering a serene yet captivating introduction to a mesmerizing safari. Experience a full day of Private Game Drive where you will feast on a gourmet lunch served in the illusionary beauty of the chef’s selected bush setting. Explore the dense riverine forests, marshes, open plains, and the dry season wildlife magnet, Tarangire River. With your guide’s insightful ecological knowledge, we revel in spotting various animals, including giraffes, zebras, lions, over 550 bird species such as the ashy starling, and more. Check-in is at the luxurious tented camp just outside the park, boasting elegant en-suite tents with private verandas. Savor multi-course dinners reflecting on the day's wildlife sightseeing, complemented with select wine, all beneath the stars in posh settings.

Accommodation: Luxurious Tented Camp Near Tarangire
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Activities: Private full-day game drive in Tarangire, gourmet picnic lunch

Drive Time: 4-5 hours

After savoring a hearty breakfast, head towards the spectacular landscape of Serengeti National Park, a UNESCO site that covers 14,763 square kilometers and is home to over 3 million creatures. Along the way, you will visit the ancient archaeological site where you will take a private guided tour highlighting some of humanity’s early civilizations. By lunchtime, check in at a five-star lodge located in the wildlife-abundant Seronera region, featuring lavish en-suite bathrooms, private plunge pools, and exceptional amenities. After lunch, set off on a private game drive in the afternoon, tracking down lions, leopards, and the Great Wildebeest Migration (July-September). Throughout the ride, your guide’s expertise will bring the rich and diverse ecosystems of the Serengeti to the forefront. Later, return to the lodge where a sumptuous multi-course dinner will be waiting to enjoy within the elegantly decorated dining room, complemented with fine wines.

Accommodation: 5-star lodge in Serengeti.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Activities: Archaeological site visit, private afternoon game drive in Serengeti.

Time Spent Driving: 3-4 hours

Following a sumptuous breakfast, leave for a morning private game drive in the direction of Ngorongoro Crater while tracking the big cats and migration herds, capturing unforgettable memories along the way. Drive towards Barsangais Village to Ngorongoro Crater while visiting a Maasai village where their traditional dances and beadwork will fascinate you. For a nominal amount, they will allow you to purchase some culturally important crafts to help support their economy. Ngorongoro is a UNESCO heritage site consisting of a 19km wide cauldron. You will do a full day game drive within the crater, getting the opportunity to see black rhinos, lions, and flamingos on Lake Magadi. Have picnic lunch served in a private setting by a Hippo Pool while your guide tells you tales about the ecosystem of the crater. Finish the day off by checking into a luxury Lodge set on the rim of the crater. These lodges offer elegant en-suite rooms with stunning views of the crater and have sophisticated amenities, including jewel bathtubs and comfortable beds outfitted with lavish bedding. Have a sophisticated dinner while reflecting on an eventful day filled with wondrous wildlife and rich culture.

Accommodation: Luxury lodge on Ngorongoro Crater rim
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Activities: Private morning game drive in Serengeti, Maasai village visit, private full-day game drive in Ngorongoro Crater, gourmet picnic lunch

Drive Time: 3 hours

After enriching the Ngorongoro excursion with a lavish breakfast, it is time to depart for Arusha, a three-hour tranquil drive, with a last-minute artisan market to grab some souvenirs, adding a further touch of cultural exploration. Delight in a light gourmet lunch at a refined cafe in Arusha, which adds to the moments during the Tanzanian adventure. Your guide gives you a seamless, private, VIP transfer straight to Kilimanjaro International Airport for departure, giving you treasured memories of Tanzania's overflowing wildlife and cultural richness, having a luxurious safari formed with exclusive sophistication.

Accommodation: None
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Activities: Transfer to Arusha, airport transfer