Overview
Tanzania Private Safari
Your Globus Independent tour gives you the freedom to explore with the free time you crave–with all the perks you'd expect from Globus. Our wildest dreams come true on this Globus Independent African safari in Tanzania. Discover a kingdom of magical menageries that rule the endless plains of the Serengeti, the caldera of Ngorongoro, and the wildest places of Africa in the company of the king of the beasts, elephant queens, legions of thundering wildebeest, and the jesting antics of baboons. Get the royal treatment with plenty of free time to experience local cultures, luxurious accommodations, and game drives in a private safari vehicle with an expert Driver/Guide in the most spectacular parks and reserves of Tanzania. Explore the expanses and estuaries where the big cats' rule, gazelles graze, and leopards lurk, along with the “Big 5” (lion, leopard, Cape buffalo, elephant, and rhino) to inspire your independent spirit!
Highlights of Tanzania Private Safari
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Transportation
Notes
The Great Migration is a natural event with herds typically in the Serengeti from late November to July. Movements and river crossings of migrating herds can be challenging to predict year to year. When possible, we’ll modify game viewing when advised of reported sightings. All game viewing is done at your own risk and requires a signed liability waiver prior to travel. Due to rough driving on/off road and in/between game parks, this vacation is not recommended for guests with serious back problems or mobility issues.
Travelers Notes
Special features included on this tour: •4 game drives in Tarangire National Park •A game drive in Lake Manyara National Park •A full day game drive in Ngorongoro Conservation Area with picnic lunch inside the crater •6 game drives in Serengeti National Park •Private 4-wheel-drive safari vehicle, limited to just 6 of your guests and equipped with a pop-up roof for unfettered game viewing •Hand selected safari lodges and tented camps plus a day room in Arusha for late flight departures!
Product Group
Tanzania Private Safari
UNESCO Sites
Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Independent Tour
Venture further to enjoy the world your way without the group. The experts at Globus put Peace of Mind first in travel planning. We take care of the details with included hotel accommodations, daily breakfasts and select meals, guided sightseeing, and transportation between cities. Explore confidently, knowing your Globus Local Hosts and GlobusGO mobile app provide you with tips and recommendations to personalize your tour and see the world your way.
Meals
Breakfast daily, 7 Lunches, 8 Dinners
Itineraries
Day 1
ARRIVE IN ARUSHA, TANZANIA Welcome to Africa! Hotel rooms are available for mid-afternoon check-in.
Day 2
ARUSHA–TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK AREA•Drive south to Tarangire National Park this morning, where baobab and acacia trees dot the landscape. The Tarangire River provides the park a permanent water source, which makes for great game viewing year round. This is highlighted by a large population of elephants. •After lunch, embark on your first game drive in search of the “Big 5”—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo. •Your visit contributes to Wildlife Conservation Network’s Lion Recovery Fund, aimed at recovering the lion population in Africa after more than half have been lost over the past 25 years.(B,L,D)
Day 3
TARANGIRE AREA•Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives searching for elephants, elands, zebras, and Cape buffalos that congregate around the waterholes.(B,L,D)
Day 4
TARANGIRE AREA–LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK AREA•Say goodbye to Tarangire on a final morning game drive. •Drive to your lodge in the Lake Manyara area in time for lunch, followed by time at leisure.(B,L,D)INSIDER PICKS Visit a local village to learn more about day-to-day life.
Day 5
LAKE MANYARA AREA–NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA•Lake Manyara National Park is a small, ecologically diverse park with groundwater forests, grassy plains, and alkaline namesake, Lake Manyara. The park is home to the world’s largest concentration of baboons. Watch for the mischievous primates, giraffe, hippo, and more on your morning game drive. •Drive to your lodge on the slopes of Ngorongoro Crater.(B,D)
Day 6
NGORONGORO AREA•Today, enjoy a full-day game drive in Ngorongoro Crater. The crater is the world’s largest unflooded caldera—at more than 2,000 feet deep with a floor covering over 102 square miles. Game viewing here is fantastic, as most of the animals stay in this area year-round. You can see lions, elephants, flamingos, and a variety of other animals. This is also your best chance to see the rare black rhinoceros. A picnic lunch will be served in the crater.(B,L,D)
Day 7
NGORONGORO AREA–SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK•Today, drive to Serengeti National Park, Tanzania’s largest and most famous park. Home to the annual Great Migration of wildebeest and zebra, it attracts visitors from around the world and is great for game viewing year-round. •Enjoy lunch prior to your afternoon game drive.(B,L,D)
Day 8
SERENGETI•Covering an area of roughly 5,700 square miles, the name Serengeti comes from the Maasai word siringit (endless plains). •Join your expert Driver/Guide for morning and afternoon game drives to further explore this vast park. Search for the elusive leopard and rhino, and an abundance of other animals, including cheetah, giraffe, gazelle, and eland.(B,L,D)INSIDER PICKS Between game drives, relax by the pool or take a safari siesta!
Day 9
SERENGETI•Your final magical day exploring this wildlife lovers dream destination on morning and afternoon game drives. Set out in search of some of your favorites or, with some luck, spot animals that have eluded you!(B,L,D)
Day 10
SERENGETI–ARUSHA•One last game drive this morning. •Fly back to Arusha and transfer to the Mount Meru Hotel, where a day room has been reserved for your use. Schedule departing flights after 5 pm. (B)
Departures
Hotels
| # | Name | Description | City | Address | Rating |
| 1 | Mount Meru Hotel | Situated at the foothills of Mount Meru in the city of Arusha, Tanzania, the Mount Meru Hotel lies on 9 acres of lush landscape, surrounded by some of Africa's most breath-taking vistas, rich with a diverse array of wildlife, etched against the fertile slopes of this beautiful mountain. Bask in the Tanzanian warmth and kindness, renowned all over the world. | Arusha | Church Road | First-Class |
| 2 | Tarangire Sopa Lodge | Hidden among the kopjes, lies Tarangire Sopa Lodge, surrounded by ancient baobab trees. It is the home of the greatest concentration of elephants in Africa, and other game including the elusive leopard. Over 400 bird species can be spotted here as well. With water constantly available in the area, the greenery is lush providing a wonderful contrast to the burnt ground. | Tarangire National Park | First-Class | |
| 3 | Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge | Standing high on the edge of a towering terracotta escarpment with panoramic views over the glittering alkaline waters of Lake Manyara, Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge offers a unique blend of tranquility, wildlife discovery, and ornithological richness. | Lake Manyara National Park Area | Lake Manyara National Park Area | First-Class |
| 4 | Kitela Lodge | Kitela Lodge offers peace and comfort on a hillside with beautiful views of a coffee plantation and a waterfall within the incredible highlands bordering Ngorongoro Crater. Spacious rooms feature a private terrace and overlook beautiful gardens. | Ngorongoro Conservation Area | Superior First-Class | |
| 5 | Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge | Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge is located in the central Serengeti and features a modern decor with fresh and bright atmosphere. Elegant tents built on raised wood platforms feature en-suite facilities, an outdoor shower, and a private terrace with sweeping views. | Serengeti National Park | Superior First-Class |
