7-Day Luxury Tanzania Safari

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you’ll be warmly welcomed by a representative from Paul Tours Safari. After a brief introduction, you’ll transfer to Arusha Coffee Lodge, nestled on the verdant grounds of a working coffee estate.

Settle into your charming cottage-style room and take time to relax after your journey. Depending on your arrival time, you can enjoy a guided tour of the coffee plantation or unwind in the lodge’s tranquil gardens with a cup of freshly brewed Tanzanian coffee.

In the evening, enjoy a gourmet dinner at the lodge’s restaurant as your guide briefs you on the exciting days ahead.

Accommodation: Arusha Coffee Lodge
Meal Plan: Dinner

After a delicious breakfast at Arusha Coffee Lodge, meet your private safari guide and begin your journey southwest toward Tarangire National Park, a hidden gem known for its dramatic landscapes, ancient baobab trees, and large herds of elephants.

Arrive at Tarangire Treetops in time for lunch. Perched in the branches of marula and baobab trees, this unique lodge offers an immersive experience in the heart of the wild. After some time to relax, head out for a late afternoon game drive, where you may spot lion, leopard, giraffe, and migratory wildebeest drawn to the Tarangire River.

As the sun sets, return to your treetop suite and enjoy a lantern-lit dinner under the stars.

Accommodation: Tarangire Treetops
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Start your day with a leisurely breakfast high among the baobab canopy. If you wish, enjoy an optional early morning game drive for a final glimpse of Tarangire’s enchanting wildlife before departing.

Your journey continues northward through the scenic Great Rift Valley toward the lush Ngorongoro Highlands. Arrive at The Manor at Ngorongoro, nestled on a working coffee estate adjacent to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, in time for a gourmet lunch.

Spend your afternoon relaxing at the manor, enjoying the gardens, or partaking in optional activities such as horseback riding, a plantation tour, or high tea. The colonial-style charm and elegant ambiance offer the perfect setting to unwind before tomorrow’s crater adventure.

Accommodation: The Manor at Ngorongoro
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Rise early at The Manor at Ngorongoro and enjoy a hearty breakfast in the elegant dining room or on your private verandah overlooking the lush gardens. Today’s adventure takes you into the legendary Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera and one of the most biodiverse wildlife havens on earth.

Descend 600 meters to the crater floor for a full-day game drive inside this natural amphitheater. The Ngorongoro Crater is home to nearly 25,000 animals including elephant, lion, buffalo, spotted hyena, and the rare black rhino. The crater's soda lakes and freshwater springs attract flocks of flamingos and a rich variety of birds.

As you explore the grasslands, forested areas, and swamps, your expert guide will interpret the crater’s complex ecosystems and help you spot elusive species. Midday, enjoy a bush-style picnic lunch beside a hippo pool, where you can dine with a view of wallowing hippos and perhaps a few curious zebra.

In the late afternoon, ascend the scenic crater walls and make your way back to The Manor. You’ll have time to freshen up before enjoying sundowners in the lounge followed by a gourmet three-course dinner with wine. The Manor’s charming ambiance, fireplaces, and colonial-era design create the perfect setting for a restful evening.

Accommodation: The Manor at Ngorongoro
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner

After a delicious breakfast at The Manor, embark on a scenic journey from the Ngorongoro Highlands to the iconic Serengeti National Park. You can opt for a short scenic flight or a comfortable road transfer, both offering breathtaking views of the vast landscapes below.

Upon arrival at the Serengeti, you’ll be warmly welcomed and transferred to Serengeti Pioneer Camp, an elegant tented camp that evokes the romance of classic safaris. Settle into your spacious, beautifully appointed tent, complete with en-suite facilities and private verandah overlooking the sweeping plains.

Spend your afternoon on a private game drive through the central Serengeti, where you can expect to encounter large prides of lions, elusive leopards, herds of buffalo, graceful giraffes, and, during migration season, the awe-inspiring spectacle of wildebeest and zebra crossing the plains.

As the sun sets over the horizon, enjoy a classic sundowner with panoramic views of the Serengeti, followed by a gourmet dinner beneath the star-studded African sky.

Accommodation: Serengeti Pioneer Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Start your day early with a delicious breakfast before setting out on a full-day private game drive in the Serengeti. Your expert guide will tailor the experience to your interests, whether it’s tracking big cats like lions, leopards, and cheetahs, or following the migratory herds during peak season.

Explore the varied Serengeti landscapes—from endless grassy plains to rocky kopjes, where predators often lounge and watch for prey. Enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch set in the heart of the wilderness, surrounded by the sights and sounds of nature.

In the afternoon, continue your safari adventure with visits to watering holes, hippo pools, and shaded riverbanks, where diverse wildlife congregates. As the day ends, relax with sundowners overlooking the savannah before returning to your luxurious tented camp.

Delight in a candlelit dinner under the vast African sky, recounting the day’s incredible sightings.

Accommodation: Serengeti Pioneer Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy an early breakfast at Serengeti Pioneer Camp before a final morning game drive, soaking in the last sights of this spectacular wilderness. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have time to relax at camp or take a short nature walk.

Later, you will be transferred to Serengeti’s airstrip for your scenic flight to Arusha or directly to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward travel. Your Paul Tours Safari representative will assist you through the departure process to ensure a smooth and comfortable journey.

Take with you unforgettable memories of Tanzania’s incredible wildlife, stunning landscapes, and luxurious safari experiences.

Meal Plan: Breakfast