Private Tour Highlights
- Visit some of the most classic safari destinations in Tanzania
- See a wide array of wildlife through taking daily game drives
- Take advantage of the guide’s intense knowledge
- Witness the geologic amazingness of the Ngorongoro Crater
- Begin the safari circuit in Tarangire National Park
- Track some of Africa’s most vicious predators
- See Ngorongoro Crater – an unflooded volcanic caldera
- Get lost in the green, rolling plains of Africa
Tour Overview
Visit the most classic and popular safari destinations in Tanzania as you journey through Tarangire National Park, the Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti. On daily game drives through all of these areas you will have a chance to track Africa’s most sought after animals including large cats, herds of elephants, wildebeest, zebra, hippos, rhinos and giraffes. At the end of your safari, escape to the picture perfect beaches of the remote Lamu Archipelago on the north coast of Kenya.
After an initial night in Dar es Salaam, you will fly to Kilimanjaro Airport to begin the safari circuit in Tarangire National Park. The park’s 2,850 square kilometers is home to many wetland areas and is especially known for large herds of elephants and majestic baobab trees. In addition to its variety of classic African animals, the park also offers a unique insight into the Maasai culture and way of life.
After two nights in Tarangire, the next two nights will be spent at the Ngorongoro Crater, a large, un-flooded volcanic caldera which formed when a giant volcano exploded and collapsed on itself millions of years ago. Within the crater’s rim are plains teeming with herds of animals, while the surrounding highlands offer views that are out of this world.
For your final time on safari, you will spend the remaining four nights in the Serengeti, which is easily the country’s most renowned park and also the largest. Its far reaching plains of endless grass, tinged with the twisted shadows of acaicia tree have made it the quintessential image of a wild and untarnished Africa. It is also home to the annual wildebeest migration, where more then a million animals make the seasonal journey into the plains.
From here, you will then transfer to Nairobi, where you will spend a night in order to catch your connecting flight to Lamu the following day. Lamu is a remote, tropical archipelago, known for its rolling dunes, long beaches, and rich cultural history. An old trading post for ivory and spices, Lamu does not have any cars and the only means of transport are by boat or donkey! The few villages that exist here are characterized by mosques, old ruins, narrow sandy lanes, tall stone houses, and small thatched huts. Spend your days exploring the quaint villages and the long golden and deserted beaches.
Inclusions
Return domestic airfare from Dar es Salaam to Arusha and Nairobi to Lamu, One way flight from Kilimanjaro Airport to Nairobi and from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam, All accommodations, All transfers between accommodations with baggage assistance and handling, All meals, non premium drinks (beverages excluded in Lamu), and game drives, Emergency evacuation insurance, National Park fees and all government taxes & levies. Local airport taxes that are payable in the country of destination are not included. Taxes and security fees that can be paid at time of ticketing are already included in the quote (if airfare has been included in the quote)
Notes:
* Daily flights are available between Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA Nairobi) and Lamu Airport. All flights land on Manda Island, just across the channel from Lamu. Porters carry your luggage while you take a short walk to the jetty, where a boat will whisk you off to your hotel.
* This program is valid Sunday – Sunday, year-round.
* Program costs vary with season: please inquire with one of our sales consultants for further details.
* Listed prices not applicable from December 21 – January 2. Please contact a Yampu travel specialist for pricing and availability.
Trip Type:
All our trips are operated on a private basis unless specified otherwise. This is only a sample itinerary; your Yampu Tour Consultant will personalize this trip for you according to your available dates, interests and type of hotels. This is your trip and we will work on making it perfect!
Tour Itinerary
International flight to Dar es Salaam
Arrive in Dar es Salaam and transfer to hotel for the night.
Arrive in Dar es Salaam and transfer to hotel for the night.
Arrival in Arusha
Transfer to the airport and fly to Arusha. Upon arrival, airport reception and transfer to accommodations.
Transfer to the airport and fly to Arusha. Upon arrival, airport reception and transfer to accommodations.
Arusha – Tarangire National Park
Awake early for a transfer into Tarangire National Park. Transfer to camp, then embark on an afternoon game drive.
Later this afternoon, return to the lodge for dinner and an evening campfire.
Awake early for a transfer into Tarangire National Park. Transfer to camp, then embark on an afternoon game drive.
Later this afternoon, return to the lodge for dinner and an evening campfire.
Safari in Tarangire National Park
Early breakfast & depart for morning game drive. Return for lunch or have pack lunch on safari and embark on an afternoon game drive.
Later this afternoon, return to the lodge for dinner and an evening campfire.
Early breakfast & depart for morning game drive. Return for lunch or have pack lunch on safari and embark on an afternoon game drive.
Later this afternoon, return to the lodge for dinner and an evening campfire.
Exploring the Ngorongoro Crater
Awake early for a morning game drive followed by a transfer north to the Ngorongoro Crater. In the afternoon after lunch go on a walk in the Ngorongoro Highlands with a guided ranger, or spend the afternoon doing a guided walk around the lodge grounds.
Awake early for a morning game drive followed by a transfer north to the Ngorongoro Crater. In the afternoon after lunch go on a walk in the Ngorongoro Highlands with a guided ranger, or spend the afternoon doing a guided walk around the lodge grounds.
Morning game drive within the crater
Early breakfast & depart for morning game drive within the Crater. Return for lunch or have pack lunch on safari and embark on an afternoon game drive.
Later this afternoon, return to the lodge for dinner and an evening campfire.
Early breakfast & depart for morning game drive within the Crater. Return for lunch or have pack lunch on safari and embark on an afternoon game drive.
Later this afternoon, return to the lodge for dinner and an evening campfire.
Tarangire – Serengeti
Awake early for a morning game drive and transfer to accommodations in the Serengeti. Embark on an afternoon game drive.
Later this afternoon, return to the lodge for dinner and an evening campfire.
Awake early for a morning game drive and transfer to accommodations in the Serengeti. Embark on an afternoon game drive.
Later this afternoon, return to the lodge for dinner and an evening campfire.
First game drive in the Serengeti
Early breakfast & depart for morning game drive. Return for lunch or have pack lunch on safari and embark on an afternoon game drive.
Later this afternoon, return to the lodge for dinner and an evening campfire.
Early breakfast & depart for morning game drive. Return for lunch or have pack lunch on safari and embark on an afternoon game drive.
Later this afternoon, return to the lodge for dinner and an evening campfire.
Exploring the Serengeti
Early breakfast & depart for morning game drive. Return for lunch or have pack lunch on safari and embark on an afternoon game drive.
Later this afternoon, return to the lodge for dinner and an evening campfire.
Early breakfast & depart for morning game drive. Return for lunch or have pack lunch on safari and embark on an afternoon game drive.
Later this afternoon, return to the lodge for dinner and an evening campfire.
Exploring the Serengeti
Early breakfast & depart for morning game drive. Return for lunch or have pack lunch on safari and embark on an afternoon game drive.
Later this afternoon, return to the lodge for dinner and an evening campfire.
Early breakfast & depart for morning game drive. Return for lunch or have pack lunch on safari and embark on an afternoon game drive.
Later this afternoon, return to the lodge for dinner and an evening campfire.
Serengeti – Nairobi
Depending on departure time, take part on a final morning game drive before transferring to Nairobi. Upon arrival in Nairobi, transfer to the hotel for the night.
Depending on departure time, take part on a final morning game drive before transferring to Nairobi. Upon arrival in Nairobi, transfer to the hotel for the night.
Nairobi – Lamu
Day flight to Lamu. Once arrived, transfer to the hotel. After unpacking, settle in and have lunch, then explore Lamu. After a siesta, head to dinner, where the hosts can be met, as well as other guests or just dine alone and watch the sunset.
Day flight to Lamu. Once arrived, transfer to the hotel. After unpacking, settle in and have lunch, then explore Lamu. After a siesta, head to dinner, where the hosts can be met, as well as other guests or just dine alone and watch the sunset.
Exploring coastal Lamu
Wake up to the sound of the ocean. Enjoy breakfast, then take it easy by the ocean or pool, read a book or perhaps try snorkeling or diving by a coastal coral reef formation. Go for a walk, take a bike ride, or just stay by the ocean or pool until dinner.
Wake up to the sound of the ocean. Enjoy breakfast, then take it easy by the ocean or pool, read a book or perhaps try snorkeling or diving by a coastal coral reef formation. Go for a walk, take a bike ride, or just stay by the ocean or pool until dinner.
Watersports in Lamu
After breakfast, try out water skiing, kite surfing, another water sport or visit the town of Lamu and Shela Village. Return for lunch. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure. Lie out on the beach, catch up on some reading or go for a spa treatment.
Later this afternoon, return to the lodge for dinner and an evening campfire.
After breakfast, try out water skiing, kite surfing, another water sport or visit the town of Lamu and Shela Village. Return for lunch. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure. Lie out on the beach, catch up on some reading or go for a spa treatment.
Later this afternoon, return to the lodge for dinner and an evening campfire.
Nautical adventures in Lamu
There will be an opportunity to try out some beach or mangrove fishing after breakfast. Return for lunch and take an afternoon dhow sailing trip around Lamu. This afternoon return to the lodge for dinner, including the fish caught today!
There will be an opportunity to try out some beach or mangrove fishing after breakfast. Return for lunch and take an afternoon dhow sailing trip around Lamu. This afternoon return to the lodge for dinner, including the fish caught today!
International flight home
After breakfast, explore the island once more. Return for lunch, pack and transfer.
After breakfast, explore the island once more. Return for lunch, pack and transfer.
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Tarangire National Park, Babati, Manyara, Tanzania
Ngorongoro Crater, Ngorongoro, Arusha, Tanzania
Serengeti, Mara, Tanzania
Nairobi, Kenya
Places You'll See
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Tarangire National Park
Witness the dry red lands of Tarangire National Park as a herd of elephants scratch for underground streams and migratory zebras quench their thirsts from the shrinking lagoons under the hot African Sun. During the rainy season, witness hundreds of animals flocking to the increasing bodies of waters and animals lounging in the magical sausage trees.
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Ngorongoro Conservation Area
The Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a crater caused by a collapsed volcano, is now home to a wide variety of wildlife and vegetation. With one of the densest populations of lions in the world, there’s a good chance of spotting one, along with zebra, buffalo, and even black rhinos. Also home to Olduvai Gorge, considered the seat of humanity.
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Serengeti National Park
Famous for its annual migration of nearly two million zebra and wildebeest, the Tanzanian national park of the Serengeti hosts many walks of wildlife including the “big five”; The Masi Lion, African Leopard, African Bush Elephant, Eastern Black Rhinoceros, and the African Buffalo. Declared a world heritage site, this national park provides a once in a lifetime opportunity to experience the local wildlife.
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Nairobi
As one of the largest cities in all of Africa, there is much to see and do in Nairobi. Visit the Nairobi National Park, home to herds of Zebra, Giraffes, Lions, Hippos, and birldlife. Or the Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage to play with baby elephants. Head to the Tana River for white water rafting, or the Nairobi National Museum to learn about Kenya’s history and culture.
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Hotel Options
3 Star Properties
Southern Sun
Nairobi , KENYA
The Southern Sun Mayfair Nairobi hotel is a picturesque holiday and business destination that is among the best Nairobi has to offer. Located in the heart of Kenya’s capital, on a sprawling and beautifully landscaped 5-acre property, the hotel’s unique architecture echoes an Out of Africa theme, and offers visitors the opportunity to appreciate authentic African hospitality while enjoying services and amenities of an international standard. The hotel’s 171 spacious rooms, modern and well-appointed with a host of facilities to ensure the comfort of guests. The hotel’s Oasis Bar and Restaurant offers exquisite breakfasts and dinners, and guests can also enjoy meals at the Golden Spur Steak Ranch.
Palacina Hotel
Nairobi , KENYA
For weary travelers who have seen many a hotel room, Palacina Residence & Suites is a breath of fresh air. Conveniently located in the State House area, it is the perfect base for a Nairobi visit. Featuring luxurious and furnished apartments, premium suites and all the amenities and services to make a stay comfortable and memorable. The rooms are equipped with flat screen TVs, Wi-Fi access, and private bathrooms. The hotel features a well-equipped fitness center, an outdoor swimming pool, and a wellness floor offering an indoor heated pool, sauna, and massage services. A delicious complimentary breakfast is served daily, and the Palacina Bistro showcases the best of Kenyan produce.
4 Star Properties
Nairobi : Windsor Golf & Country Club
Windsor Golf & Country Club
Nairobi , KENYA
The Windsor Golf Hotel & Country Club is Africa’s leading Golf Resort on Kenya’s best golf course. The hotel has a cluster of impressive Victorian style buildings with 130 deluxe rooms comprising of twins, doubles, studio suites and cottages all overlooking the spectacular 18-hole championship golf course. With free Wi-Fi internet access in all rooms and public areas (for resident guests), a jogging track, tennis & squash courts, a heated pool and other facilities guests are ensured not to miss moment of excitement. From Chinese foods, Italian pizzas, grilled meat and seafood, and authentic African dishes, the international and local Chefs bring together their excellence by creating new culinary concepts.
5 Star Properties
House of Waine
Nairobi , KENYA
House of Waine is an 11 bedroom luxury boutique hotel on 2.5 acres that blends the elegance of gracious living with the spirit of modern Africa in an exclusive and serene setting. The rooms are spacious and individually decorated, and are all equipped with air conditioning, flat screen TVs, Wi-Fi, and private bathrooms. The hotel features a beautiful outdoor pool with a poolside bar, a delicious complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast served every day, and the Garden restaurant specializing in international cuisine.
Ngong House
Nairobi , KENYA
Ngong House is a private, serene and luxurious homestay 20 minutes away from the city center. The lodge overlooks the Ngong Hills, only a few minutes away from what used to be Karen Blixen Coffee Farm. Accommodation is mainly in luxurious tree-houses designed with extreme comfort in mind. Every unit is different in design some having two levels with bedrooms upstairs and living areas on the lower floor raised up from the ground to gain an uninterrupted view of the Ngong Hills over unspoiled bush. Dining at Ngong House is a delight. From fresh succulent Molo lamb to lake fish to seafood from the Indian Ocean, meals are prepared and served accompanied by large varieties of fresh local vegetables.
Luxury Properties
Nairobi : Giraffe Manor (Halfboard)
Giraffe Manor (Halfboard)
Nairobi , KENYA
Giraffe Manor is one of Nairobi’s most iconic buildings: characterful, picturesque, and enveloped in history like the foliage creeping over its brickwork. Set in 12 acres of private land within 140 acres of indigenous forest in the Langata suburb of Nairobi and with verdant green gardens, sunny terraces and delightful courtyards, it harks back to the 1930s when European visitors first flocked to East Africa to enjoy safaris. The most fascinating thing about Giraffe Manor is not its beautiful façade or elegant interiors: it’s the herd of resident Rothschild giraffe, often visiting morning and evening, poking their long necks into the windows in the hope of a treat, before retreating to their forest sanctuary.
Testimonials
Jerome S.
Traveled May, 2013
The trip you set up for me was flawless.
The trip you set up for me was flawless. The guide met all my expectations. He was helpful and protective. I did learn that in Africa, time is a relative thing. I soon learned that when James told me we were one half hour from anywhere, I could count on an hour. I saw every major animal, but one, including the Black Rino, one of the most endangers specie in the Crater. I took 900 pictures. I can tell you without a doubt, that your people can take care of a person my age and should promote that fact. I loved Nxabega. However, I was prevented from going to my tent for a rest when a family of Elephants started eating the trees between the lunch area and my tent. They were all first rate camps, but Sopa was exceptional. If you wish me to fill out anything, let me know. One funny story. I needed to go to the bathroom. James asked me to wait while he drove about a half a mile to high ground, so he could watch out for animals while I attended to the problem behind his 4×4. As we get to about fifty yards from the place we planned to stop; three lions walked over the hill and past our vehicle. You would be surprised how fast the urge to go disappears under these circumstances.
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Rich
Traveled July, 2014
Stone Town was great fun
Stone Town was great fun! The hotel was great as was the guide. No gliches with the airlines or the return flight.
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Bob S.
Traveled June, 2013
We had a wonderful trip
We had a wonderful trip! Accommodations were very nice and our king size bed always had mosquito netting. The Service was great.
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