8-Day Ultimate Serengeti Wildlife Luxury Safari

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you’ll be greeted by a warm smile from your Buffalo Grass Safaris representative. Sit back and relax as you are transferred to your elegant hotel in Arusha, nestled at the foothills of Mount Meru. This peaceful garden city offers the perfect place to rest and recover from your journey. Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy a stroll through the lush grounds, a spa session, or a relaxed dinner with mountain views.

Gran Meliá Arusha or similar

After a hearty breakfast, begin your journey into the wild with a drive to Tarangire National Park, a hidden gem known for its dramatic landscapes and large elephant herds. Your guide will help you spot a variety of animals, from giraffes and buffalo to lions and impalas, all set against a backdrop of ancient baobab trees and golden savannah. A hot lunch in the park allows you to savor nature uninterrupted. After an exciting day of wildlife viewing, head to your scenic lodge near Ngorongoro conservation area for a tranquil evening.

Accommodation: Kitela Lodge or similar

After breakfast, set off for the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most biodiverse natural areas on Earth. Descend 600 meters into the caldera, often called "Africa’s Eden," where you’ll be surrounded by abundant wildlife including black rhinos, large herds of wildebeest, zebras, and pink flamingos shimmering along the crater lake. The dramatic scenery and concentration of animals make this one of the highlights of the safari. After a full day of game viewing, ascend and drive back to Karatu, a charming town on the green crater rim, for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Kitela Lodge or Similar

After breakfast, transfer to the Lake Manyara Airstrip for your scheduled flight to the Serengeti. Upon arrival, you’ll be warmly welcomed by your driver-guide and begin game drives en route to your lodge or camp, where you’ll check in and enjoy a hot lunch. In the afternoon, you may choose to relax at the lodge and soak in the stunning views of the endless plains or head out for an optional game drive in search of the park’s rich wildlife, including lions, leopards, elephants, and the vast herds of wildebeest and zebras that roam the savanna. Dinner and overnight at your lodge or camp in the Serengeti.

Serengeti Four Season Safari Lodge or similar

Today is dedicated to discovering the vast and wildlife-rich plains of the Serengeti. With your experienced guide, set out in search of elephants, cheetahs, hyenas, hippos, and, with some luck, a pride of lions on the hunt. You may choose to spend the entire day out on safari with a packed picnic lunch in the bush, maximizing your chances of witnessing incredible wildlife action, or return to the lodge for a hot lunch followed by a relaxing break before heading out again for an afternoon game drive. Depending on the season, you might encounter the awe-inspiring Great Migration, where thousands of wildebeest and zebras thunder across the plains in search of greener pastures. End the day with a serene evening at your camp or lodge, sharing stories by the campfire and soaking in the sounds of the African night.

Serengeti Four Season Safari Lodge or Similar

After an early breakfast, set off for another exciting day of wildlife exploration across different areas of the Serengeti. The park’s landscapes range from acacia-dotted plains to rocky kopjes, each offering a unique setting to observe diverse animals and birdlife. You can opt for a full-day safari with picnic lunch or return to the lodge for a warm meal and short rest before resuming your afternoon game drive. For a truly unforgettable experience, an optional hot air balloon safari can be arranged at dawn-soaring silently over the golden plains as the sun rises, followed by a champagne bush breakfast. Overnight at your lodge or camp in the Serengeti.

Accommodation: Nyota Luxury Camp or similar

Enjoy your final full day of adventure in the Serengeti. Choose between a relaxed morning at the lodge or an early game drive when predators are most active. Explore new sections of the park, following the movements of wildlife and soaking in the magnificent views that stretch endlessly to the horizon. You may once again opt for a full-day safari with picnic lunch or return to the lodge for a hot meal and later head out for an afternoon drive as the sun dips low over the plains. In the evening, unwind at your camp or lodge, reflecting on your unforgettable Serengeti experience under the starlit African sky.

Accommodation: Nyota Luxury Camp or similar

Wake up early for an optional morning game drive to catch the Serengeti at its most active, when predators hunt and the soft morning light paints the plains in golden hues. Return to the lodge for breakfast, then gather your belongings and enjoy one last scenic drive through the park en route to the airstrip. From here, board your scheduled flight to Zanzibar for a relaxing beach extension or to Kilimanjaro for your onward journey home. Take with your unforgettable memories of Africa’s wild beauty and the extraordinary adventures you’ve experienced in the Serengeti.