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Emnel Adventures Africa
9 Day Luxury Safari

Classic Tanzania Safaris · Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Serengeti

9 Day Luxury Safari

Discover Tanzania's most celebrated wildlife destinations on an exclusive nine-day luxury safari featuring fly-in access to the Serengeti, private game drives, handpicked luxury lodges, the Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire National Park. Designed for travellers who value comfort, exceptional wildlife and seamless travel, this journey showcases Africa at its most spectacular.

Duration

9 days / 8 nights

Destination

Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Serengeti

Starting from

$8,200.00

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Overview

About this safari

Some safaris are measured by how many parks they visit. This one is defined by how deeply you experience them.
Designed for discerning travellers, this nine-day luxury safari combines Tanzania's most iconic wildlife destinations with exceptional accommodation, personalised service and carefully planned logistics that maximise your time in the bush. Scheduled flights reduce unnecessary driving, while private game drives allow every day to unfold at your own pace.
Your adventure begins with a scenic flight into the legendary Serengeti, where you'll spend three nights immersed in one of the world's greatest wildlife destinations. Depending on the season, witness the Great Wildebeest Migration or enjoy outstanding year-round game viewing, with opportunities to encounter lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants and countless other species. Enhance your stay with an optional sunrise hot air balloon safari, followed by a champagne breakfast overlooking the endless plains.
Continue to the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its remarkable concentration of wildlife and one of Africa's best opportunities to see the Big Five in a single game drive. From there, travel to Tarangire National Park, where ancient baobab trees and vast elephant herds create a striking finale to your safari. Two nights in Tarangire allow time to explore its quieter corners while enjoying exclusive experiences such as guided walking safaris and, where available, night game drives.
Throughout your journey, stay in some of Tanzania's most sought-after luxury lodges and tented camps, each selected for its outstanding location, comfort and warm hospitality. With your own professional guide accompanying you throughout, every day is tailored to your interests, creating a safari that is as personal as it is unforgettable.

Duration

9 days / 8 nights

Style

prestige

Route

Arusha to Arusha

Minimum age

5+

Trip highlights

  • Fly-In Serengeti Safari|Private Luxury Safari|Three Nights in the Serengeti|Ngorongoro Crater Experience|Tarangire Elephant Herds|Optional Hot Air Balloon Safari|Luxury Safari Lodges|Private Guide Throughout
The route

Day by day

The itinerary stored for this trip. The Emnel team can adjust each day around your dates, lodge preference, flight timing and pace.

1

Day 1

Arrive Arusha

Legendary Lodge

Arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport and private transfer to Arusha for a night to rest after international travel, with dinner at your private lodge.

  • Accommodation: Legendary Lodge
2

Day 2

Arusha to Tarangire

Sanctuary Swala

Scenic drive of approximately 2 hours to Tarangire National Park and an exclusive tented camp set deep within the park, away from other vehicles. Afternoon game drive among elephant herds and baobabs.

  • Accommodation: Sanctuary Swala
3

Day 3

Full Day Tarangire

Sanctuary Swala

Morning and afternoon private game drives, with an optional guided walking safari, and sundowners overlooking the swamp at dusk.

  • Accommodation: Sanctuary Swala
4

Day 4

Tarangire to Ngorongoro

Ngorongoro Crater Lodge

Drive approximately 3.5 hours to the Ngorongoro Highlands and the crater rim's most exclusive address, arriving in time for sunset views into the caldera.

  • Accommodation: Ngorongoro Crater Lodge
5

Day 5

Ngorongoro Crater Floor

Ngorongoro Crater Lodge

A full private day on the crater floor with a Big Five focus, including a picnic breakfast beside Lake Magadi and the conservation area's resident black rhino population.

  • Accommodation: Ngorongoro Crater Lodge
6

Day 6

Ngorongoro to Serengeti

Singita Sasakwa

A scenic flight of approximately 30-45 minutes from a Ngorongoro-area airstrip to the Western Corridor of the Serengeti, avoiding a long road transfer. Afternoon game drive on arrival.

  • Accommodation: Singita Sasakwa
7

Day 7

Full Day Western Serengeti

Singita Sasakwa

Private morning and afternoon game drives along the Grumeti River, home to resident big cats and, seasonally, migration herds.

  • Accommodation: Singita Sasakwa
8

Day 8

Second Full Day Serengeti

Singita Sasakwa

An optional dawn hot air balloon safari followed by a champagne breakfast, or a further private game drive, with the afternoon at leisure by the infinity pool.

  • Accommodation: Singita Sasakwa
9

Day 9

Serengeti to Arusha

(departure)

Final morning activity, then a scheduled or private flight back to Arusha, approximately 60 minutes.

  • Accommodation: (departure)
What is covered

What's included

Included

  • Private guide, the same guide throughout where logistically possible
  • All park and conservation area fees
  • 8 nights exclusive-use luxury accommodation
  • All meals and premium house drinks
  • Internal scenic flights
  • Laundry service
  • One complimentary activity per camp (walking safari or balloon credit)
  • Airport and lodge transfers

Not included

  • International flights
  • Tanzania visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Spa treatments
  • Hot air balloon safari (unless specified as included at your tier)
Pricing

Tour rates

Indicative rates from the live record. Final pricing is confirmed by the Emnel team around your dates, group size and chosen lodges.

Essential

Per person

$8,200.00

Legendary Lodge, Tarangire Treetops, The Manor at Ngorongoro & Serengeti Under Canvas

Signature

Per person

$11,500.00

Legendary Lodge, Sanctuary Swala, Ngorongoro Crater Lodge & Singita Sasakwa

Prestige

Per person

$17,500.00

Legendary Lodge, Sanctuary Swala, Ngorongoro Crater Lodge & Singita Sabora, private butler service

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

  1. 01

    What does a private Tanzania safari cost?

    It depends mainly on the season, the number of days and the lodges you choose. Our private northern-circuit itineraries start from about US$3,100 per person for five days in Classic comfort, and rise with Mid-Luxury and Luxury camps. Park and conservation fees are set by the government and make up a significant share of every safari, and they are included in our prices. Every itinerary page shows a starting price per person, and we quote exactly for your dates.

  2. 02

    Is every Emnel safari private?

    Yes. You have your own vehicle and your own guide for the whole safari, and the daily pace, start times and stops are set around you, never around a group.

  3. 03

    Who will our guide be?

    One of Emnel's own guides. The team that plans your safari is the team that runs it. About two weeks before you arrive, we send your trip companion, with your guide's details and everything else you need for the journey.

  4. 04

    When is the best time to go on safari in Tanzania?

    Tanzania offers excellent game viewing all year. June to October is the classic dry season, with easy game viewing and the migration in the north. January to March brings the calving season in the southern Serengeti. The long rains of April and May are quieter and greener, and some camps close. We will recommend the best timing and route for what you most want to see.

  5. 05

    How does booking work?

    Tell us your dates and ideas, and we will design an itinerary and send a detailed proposal. To confirm, we ask for a 30% deposit plus any domestic flights, which are issued on confirmation. You then receive your official confirmation, and about two weeks before you travel, your trip companion with every final detail.

  6. 06

    Can we add Zanzibar to our safari?

    Yes. A short flight from the Serengeti or Arusha takes you to Zanzibar's beaches. We recommend at least one night in Stone Town alongside your beach stay.

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9 days / 8 nights · Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Serengeti