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You're in good hands

Book your trip with confidence — We only work with the best local guides that know the area like the back of their hand.

About Your Trip

Type

Eco Tour, Birding, Sunset Cruise

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

About Your Trip

Discover northern Tanzania on a 12-day guided safari that combines world-renowned national parks, cultural experiences, and comfortable accommodations at a relaxed pace. Designed for first-time visitors, families, couples, solo travelers, and private groups, this itinerary offers the opportunity to experience some of Tanzania's most celebrated landscapes while learning about the country's wildlife, history, and local cultures.

Your journey begins with your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you'll be met and transferred to your lodge to settle in before the adventure begins. From there, you'll travel to Tarangire National Park, known for its diverse landscapes and abundant wildlife. You'll spend two days exploring the park with your guide, giving you time to experience different areas and habitats.

Next, you'll travel to Karatu, stopping in Mto wa Mbu along the way before visiting the Hadzabe and Datoga communities. This cultural experience offers insight into traditional ways of life and the customs that continue to shape these communities today.

The safari continues to the Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa's most recognizable natural landmarks, before heading into Serengeti National Park. Over several days, you'll explore different areas of the Serengeti on guided game drives. Depending on the season and wildlife movements, you may have the opportunity to observe the Great Migration along with a variety of other wildlife species that inhabit the park. During your stay, you may also choose to add an optional hot air balloon safari for a different perspective of the Serengeti.

Throughout the trip, you'll stay in luxury safari camps and lodges that combine modern comforts with convenient access to the surrounding wilderness. The itinerary is designed to balance time on safari with opportunities to relax and enjoy each destination without feeling rushed.

Your tour includes all national park fees, accommodations, ground transportation, domestic flights included in the itinerary, a local tour leader, experienced driver-guides, airport transfers, Flying Doctor emergency evacuation coverage, all taxes and VAT, 24/7 onsite support, and all meals, bottled water, and soft drinks throughout the tour. Gratuities for your driver-guides and lodge staff are also included.

International airfare, Tanzanian visa fees, travel and health insurance, the optional hot air balloon safari, gratuities for the trip leader, and personal expenses are not included.

From the baobab-dotted landscapes of Tarangire to the open plains of the Serengeti and the dramatic scenery of the Ngorongoro Crater, this itinerary provides a well-rounded introduction to northern Tanzania while combining wildlife viewing, cultural experiences, and comfortable accommodations throughout your journey.

Amenities

Type

Eco Tour, Birding, Sunset Cruise

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Lodging

Lodging is included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 29 days before the trip.

Lunch

Lunch / light snacks are included.

Physicality

This trip requires an average level of physical activity.

Kid Friendly

This trip is not suited for small children.

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Pricing Matrix

	12 days
1 Person	$5,900.00
2 People	$5,900.00
3 People	$5,900.00
4 People	$5,900.00
5 People	$5,900.00
6 People	$5,900.00

Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

Add-On	Price
Lodging	Included in the trip price

Add-ons can be added on the checkout page.

About Your Guide

Jartan M.

Independent Guide

Talkative

Quality

Adventurous

Instructional

Expert Oriented

Laid-back

I am Jartan Laizer born and raised in Arusha,Tanzania. Home of the great African lakes and rivers. Meeting new people and showcasing the beauty of my destination has always been a great thing for me. I lead and guide private and group travelers through various natureful areas and water bodies in East Africa including Kenya and Tanzania. Our unique tours and journeys gets the travelers under the skin of the destination for an authentic experience....

About Your Guide

Jartan M.

Independent Guide

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

Nile Perch

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Chapati and Vegetables,Rice and Beans plus greens

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

Nile Perch

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Chapati and Vegetables,Rice and Beans plus greens

What’s your favorite band?

The Script

What’s your favorite movie?

Knives Out

What’s your favorite sports team?

Manchester United

What’s your drink of choice?

Water

What was your last halloween costume?

Freddy Krueger

What do you want for Christmas this year?

To Grow

How did you get started guiding?

A passion which led me to take further studies in college about hospitality and guiding.

What makes you different from other guides?

I love my job and willing to go extra miles to make my clients happy

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About The Lodge

This lodging is included in the cost of your trip.

Lodge photo for Serengeti Birding Experience

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Arusha, Arusha Region, Tanzania

Trip Details & Amenities

Type

Eco Tour, Birding, Sunset Cruise

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Lodging

Lodging is included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Weather

You won't lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 29 days before the trip.

Lunch

Lunch / light snacks are included.

Physicality

This trip requires an average level of physical activity.

Kid Friendly

This trip is not suited for small children.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

Get it while it's HOT!
This species is in play.
You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Everything Else to Know

What's Included

Your safari includes everything needed for your guided journey through northern Tanzania, including:
All national park and conservation area fees
All scheduled activities (unless listed as optional)
All accommodations throughout the itinerary
A local tour leader and experienced driver-guides
All ground transportation during the tour
All domestic flights included in the itinerary
All applicable taxes and VAT
Flying Doctor emergency evacuation coverage
24/7 onsite and on-call support
Roundtrip airport transfers
All meals, bottled water, and soft drinks

What's Not Included

The following items are not included in the tour price:

International airfare to and from Tanzania
Optional hot air balloon safari
Tanzanian visa fees
Travel and health insurance
Personal expenses and other items of a personal nature

We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).

Cancel for free up to 29 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 29 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.

In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

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We vet our guides and only partner with the best of the best. Our guides do their very best to keep you safe, show you a great time, and send you home with a memorable experience shared with family and friends.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.

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