9 Days Tanzania Last Minute Safari

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Safari Highlights

This last-minute private safari offers a stylish and comfortable journey through Tanzania’s most iconic parks. Explore Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area with your personal driver and guide, staying in carefully selected luxury lodges and tented camps.

This safari combines breathtaking landscapes, abundant wildlife, and premium services, making it ideal for travelers seeking a seamless, last-minute Tanzanian safari experience without compromising on comfort or adventure.

Day by day

Day 1: Arrival and Rest in Arusha

Your Tanzanian adventure begins upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where a friendly representative from Tanzania Private Safari will greet you with a warm “Karibu Tanzania!” and escort you in a comfortable private vehicle to Forest Hill Lodge.

Nestled in the lush foothills of Mount Meru, this tranquil lodge is the perfect place to relax and acclimate. Unwind by the pool, stroll through the gardens, and enjoy your first authentic Tanzanian dinner as you prepare for the exciting safari ahead.

Accommodation: Under the Shade
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, meet your guide and drive to Tarangire National Park. Explore the rare baobab woodlands and observe large herds of elephants, along with lions, leopards, and over 400 bird species. Enjoy a full-day game drive before retiring to Baghayo Garden Suites for dinner and a comfortable overnight stay.

Accommodation: Baghayo Garden Suites
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park

Travel via the Ngorongoro Conservation Area en route to Serengeti National Park, where you’ll spend three days exploring its vast plains on morning and afternoon game drives. Spot lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, and seasonal migrations of wildebeest and zebras. Evenings at Sound Of Silence offer tented comfort, campfires, and the sounds of the wilderness.

Accommodation: Marera Valley
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4–6: Serengeti National park

Depart the Serengeti National Park and head to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Early the next morning, descend into the iconic Ngorongoro Crater for a thrilling game drive. With its high concentration of wildlife, the crater offers excellent chances to spot the Big Five, including the rare black rhinoceros. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at Marera Valley Lodge.

Accommodation: Sound Of Silence
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater

Today, leave the Serengeti National Park and travel to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The highlight is a descent into the iconic Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site often called “Africa’s Eden.”

This unique caldera is home to an extraordinary concentration of wildlife, including the rare black rhinoceros, offering an unforgettable game-viewing experience. Explore the crater floor amid breathtaking scenery before ascending to the rim and continuing to Marera Valley Lodge, where panoramic views and a tranquil highland setting await.

Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8–9: Arusha, and Farewell

Your final full day in Tanzania is a perfect opportunity to relax and enjoy the scenic highlands. Spend a leisurely morning at Marera Valley Lodge before a scenic drive back to Arusha. Along the way, you can take part in optional experiences such as a coffee tour, visiting a local market, or exploring the vibrant town to engage with the local culture and pick up souvenirs.

After breakfast on departure day, you’ll be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport, ensuring a smooth, stress-free journey home with unforgettable memories from the heart of Africa.