15-Day Grand Northern Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Escape
Safari Overview
Embark on an extraordinary 15-day journey across Tanzania’s most captivating landscapes, designed for travelers seeking depth, exclusivity, and seamless comfort.
This extended safari allows for a slower, more immersive exploration of the Northern Circuit—featuring Tarangire, Lake Natron, the cultural richness of Lake Eyasi, the iconic Ngorongoro Crater, and a comprehensive Serengeti experience from Central to the remote northern regions of Lobo and Lamai.
Thoughtfully paced with a strategic overnight in Central Serengeti, the itinerary ensures both comfort and optimal wildlife viewing. The experience concludes with a serene escape to Zanzibar’s idyllic coastline.
Throughout your journey, enjoy the refined hospitality of the Amani Safari Collection, elevated by curated experiences such as private bush dining, sunset sundowners in breathtaking settings, guided walking safaris, and optional hot air balloon adventures.
Optional Enhancements
- Serengeti hot air balloon safari with champagne breakfast
- Private charter flights
- Extended Zanzibar luxury stay
- Honeymoon & special occasion arrangements
Day1: Arrival – Kilimanjaro to Arusha
Travel / Activity
Upon arrival, you will be warmly welcomed and transferred to your lodge in Arusha.
• Meet & greet at the airport
• Private transfer to lodge
• Safari briefing
• Optional coffee tour or guided nature walk
- Meals: Dinner
- Overnight: Amani Safari Lodge ( within Mringa Estate )
Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
Travel / Activity
Depart for Tarangire, renowned for its majestic baobabs and large elephant herds.
• Scenic drive through Maasai landscapes
• Full-day game drive
• Gourmet picnic lunch in the bush
• Evening sundowner overlooking the savannah
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Overnight: Amani Silale Lodge (within Silale Swamp Area in the Tarangire National Park)
Day 3: Tarangire National Park Exploration
Travel / Activity
Enjoy a full day immersed in Tarangire’s wilderness.
• Morning and afternoon game drives
• Guided walking safari
• Sunset sundowner in a scenic location
• Private bush dinner under the stars
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Overnight: Amani Silale Lodge. ( within Silale Swamp Area in the Tarangire National Park)
Day 4: Tarangire – Lake Natron
Travel / Activity
Journey into the dramatic and remote Lake Natron region.
• Drive along the Great Rift Valley escarpment
• Cultural encounters with Maasai communities
• Explore flamingo-lined lake shores
• Sundowner with views of the volcanic landscape
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Overnight: Exclusive luxury camp near Lake Natron
Day 5: Lake Natron – Manyara Airstrip – Flight to Central Serengeti
Travel / Activity
After breakfast, transition seamlessly into the Serengeti.
• Scenic drive to Manyara Airstrip
• Bush flight to Central Serengeti
• Game drive en route to camp
• Sunset sundowner upon arrival
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Overnight: Luxury Camp – Central Serengeti
Day 6: Central Serengeti – Full Day Safari
Travel / Activity
Discover the wildlife-rich heart of the Serengeti.
• Morning and afternoon game drives
• Exceptional predator sightings
• Optional hot air balloon safari
• Bush lunch in a scenic setting
• Evening sundowner
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Overnight: Luxury Camp – Central Serengeti
Day 7: Central Serengeti – Northern Serengeti (Lobo/Lamai)
Travel / Activity
Continue your journey toward the remote northern Serengeti.
• Scenic game drive northwards
• En-route wildlife encounters
• Arrival with sundowner overlooking vast plains
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Overnight: Amani Lobo Lodge ( On Lobo hills at northern Serengeti National Park (or Amani Lamai Luxury Camp)
Day 8: Northern Serengeti – Signature Safari Experience
Travel / Activity
Explore one of Africa’s most exclusive wildlife regions.
• Morning and afternoon game drives
• Seasonal Great Migration viewing
• Bush lunch in the wilderness
• Sunset sundowner in a panoramic location
• Private bush dinner experience
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Overnight: Amani Lamai Luxury Camp ( (located along mara river on Lamai Side) )(or Amani Lobo Luxury Camp)
Day 9: Northern Serengeti – Extended Exploration
Travel / Activity
Enjoy another day in this pristine wilderness.
• Flexible game viewing
• Optional balloon safari with champagne breakfast
• Guided walking safari
• Sundowner experience
- Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
- Overnight: Amani Lamai Luxury Camp ( located along mara river on Lamai Side ) (or Amani Lobo Luxury Camp)
Day 10 : Northern Serengeti – Ngorongoro Highlands
Travel / Activity
After breakfast, begin your journey toward Ngorongoro.
• Scenic game drive southwards
• Visit Olduvai Gorge
• Lunch at Amani Olduvai Museum Restaurant
- Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
- Overnight: Amani Eserian Lodge
Day 11: Ngorongoro Crater Experience
Travel / Activity
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable safari.
• Early morning crater descent
• Full-day game drive
• Picnic lunch on crater floor
• Evening sundowner at the lodge
- Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
- Overnight: Amani Eserian Lodge (at Olduvai Area within Ngorongoro Conservation Area)
Day 12: Ngorongoro – Lake Eyasi Cultural Experience
Travel / Activity
Travel to Lake Eyasi for immersive cultural encounters.
• Visit Hadzabe bushmen
• Interaction with Datoga tribe
• Scenic exploration of the lake surroundings
- Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
- Overnight: Luxury lodge near Lake Eyasi
Day 13: Lake Eyasi – Arusha
Travel / Activity
Return to Arusha at a relaxed pace.
• Scenic drive through highlands
• Leisure time upon arrival
- Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
- Overnight: Amani Safari Lodge
Day 14: Arusha – Zanzibar Island Escape
Travel / Activity
Fly to Zanzibar for a refined coastal retreat.
• Transfer to airport
• Flight to Zanzibar
• Transfer to beachfront resort
• Sunset beach experience
- Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
- Overnight: Luxury Beach Resort – Zanzibar
Day 15: Zanzibar – Leisure & Departure
Travel / Activity
Enjoy your final moments in tropical serenity.
• Optional: Stone Town tour, spice tour, snorkeling, dhow cruise
• Transfer to airport for departure
- Meals: Breakfast
Luxury Enhancements Included
- Bush dinners under the African sky
- Sundowners in carefully selected scenic locations
- Bush lunches in the wilderness
- Walking safaris (where permitted)
- Cultural visits with Maasai, Hadzabe & Datoga communities
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