Best of Tanzania Safari
9 Days Best of Tanzania Safari with Mawe Lodges
Discover the breathtaking wilderness of northern Tanzania with All Mawe Lodges’ all-inclusive safari experience. Witness majestic wildlife in their natural habitat, explore stunning landscapes, and immerse yourself in Tanzania’s rich cultural heritage for an unforgettable adventure.
9-Day Safari to Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro, and Serengeti with Mawe Lodges
Join us on a 9-day adventure through northern Tanzania’s renowned wildlife destinations, with seamless road and airport transfers for a hassle-free experience.
Your journey begins in Arusha, nestled at the base of Mount Kilimanjaro. After a restful night, your private guide will take you to Lake Manyara National Park, known for its vibrant birdlife and tree-climbing lions. Enjoy a relaxing evening at Mawe’s Karatu Tented Lodge.
Next, head to the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Descend into the crater, home to a diverse range of wildlife including rhinos, lions, and buffalo, set in one of the most stunning natural environments.
Continue to Serengeti National Park, where the expansive plains offer thrilling game drives. Discover an abundance of big cats and wildlife in this iconic region, staying at Mawe Camp in the heart of the Serengeti.
Your journey concludes in Tarangire National Park, where you’ll explore the ancient baobab trees and encounter large elephant herds. Stay at Baobab Camp, a peaceful retreat nestled within the park.
Experience the best of Tanzania’s wildlife and culture with Mawe Lodges’ expertly curated safari package.
- Availability: All Year
- Duration: 9 days
- Locations: Tanzania – Lake Manyara, Tarangire, Serengeti National Park, and Ngorongoro Crater
- Start: Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport Tanzania
- End: Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport Tanzania
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1-: Welcome to Tanzania! Safari Magic Awaits!
- Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK), your private guide will meet you.
- Transfer to your hotel in Arusha, where you can relax after your journey.
- If time allows, explore the vibrant city of Arusha or visit the Cultural Heritage Centre.
- Overnight at Mawe’s Lodge’s selected lodge in Arusha.
Upon arrival at the airport, you’ll receive a warm welcome before being transferred to your hotel in Arusha for an overnight stay. After a long journey, take time to relax and enjoy a restful night. If time allows, you can explore Arusha’s vibrant streets, offering a glimpse into Tanzanian life and culture.
As the gateway to some of Africa’s most breathtaking landscapes, Arusha sits at the base of Mount Meru, the second-highest mountain in Tanzania. This lively town is a perfect stopover before or after your safari, with opportunities to visit local markets, coffee plantations, museums, and craft shops. If you’d like to dive deeper into the city’s charm, we can arrange a guided tour to help you discover Arusha’s rich history, delicious cuisine, and warm hospitality.
Day 2-: Lake Manyara National Park
- After breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park (approx. 2.5-hour drive).
- Enjoy a full-day game drive, searching for tree-climbing lions, large elephant herds, and an abundance of birdlife, including flamingos along the lake.
- Break for a picnic lunch in the park.
- In the afternoon, continue exploring the park’s diverse landscapes, from lush forests to open plains.
- Head to Karatu for the night.
- Dinner and overnight at Mawe’s Karatu Tented Lodge.
Lake Manyara National Park – A compact yet diverse park famous for its tree-climbing lions, large elephant herds, and abundant birdlife, including flamingos along the soda lake.
Karatu Tented Lodge – A cozy retreat in the lush Karatu Highlands, offering a peaceful atmosphere with comfortable tented accommodations, perfect for unwinding after a day of safari adventures.
Day 3 -: Serengeti National Park
- Early morning breakfast and depart for Serengeti National Park, via the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
- Stop at a viewpoint over the Ngorongoro Crater for breathtaking scenery.
- Arrive in the Central-Eastern Serengeti in the afternoon.
- Enjoy an afternoon game drive, spotting big cats such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards.
- Arrive at Mawe Camp, surrounded by wildlife in the Serengeti plains.
- Dinner and overnight at Mawe Camp.
Serengeti National Park – One of Africa’s most renowned wildlife destinations, home to the Great Migration, big cats, and endless savannah landscapes teeming with wildlife.
Mawe Camp – Serengeti – Located in the central-eastern Serengeti, this tented camp is surrounded by vast savannahs and abundant wildlife, providing a front-row seat to the Great Migration and big cats of the region.
Day 4 -: Serengeti National Park
- Start with an early morning game drive, when predators are most active.
- Return to camp for a hearty breakfast.
- Mid-morning at leisure, followed by an afternoon game drive.
- Serengeti’s vast plains offer opportunities to see elephants, zebras, giraffes, and, if lucky, a hunt in action!
- Option to visit a Maasai village to learn about their traditional way of life.
- Dinner and overnight at Mawe Camp.
Serengeti National Park – One of Africa’s most renowned wildlife destinations, home to the Great Migration, big cats, and endless savannah landscapes teeming with wildlife.
Mawe Camp – Serengeti – Located in the central-eastern Serengeti, this tented camp is surrounded by vast savannahs and abundant wildlife, providing a front-row seat to the Great Migration and big cats of the region.
Day 5 - 6 -: Great Migration in Serengeti National Park
Watch the Great-migration in Serengeti
June – November: North Serengeti (Mara River)
- Begin your day with an early morning game drive, the best time to spot predators in action as they stalk the migrating herds.
- Return to Gnu Mara River Camp for a hearty breakfast and some relaxation.
- Spend your mid-morning at leisure or enjoy a guided nature walk (optional).
- In the afternoon, embark on another game drive along the Mara River, where thousands of wildebeest and zebras gather, braving crocodile-infested waters.
- Witness elephants, giraffes, and big cats roaming the vast savannah, and if you’re lucky, a dramatic hunt in progress.
- Optional: Experience a Balloon Safari for a breathtaking aerial view of the migration.
- End the day with dinner and overnight at Gnu Mara River Camp, surrounded by the sounds of the wild.
December – March: Ndutu (Southern Serengeti)
- Start with an early morning game drive, exploring the Ndutu plains, where wildebeest calving season attracts predators like lions, cheetahs, and hyenas.
- Return to Gnu Ndutu Camp for a delicious breakfast and time to relax.
- Enjoy a leisurely mid-morning walk or opt for a guided bush walk to learn about the Serengeti’s smaller wonders.
- The afternoon game drive takes you through the open grasslands, teeming with elephants, zebras, and giraffes. Watch thrilling predator-prey interactions as big cats hunt among the herds.
- Optional: A Balloon Safari offers a stunning bird’s-eye view of the calving season below.
- Conclude your day with a fireside dinner and overnight stay at Gnu Ndutu Camp, immersed in the wilderness.
Serengeti National Park – One of Africa’s most renowned wildlife destinations, home to the Great Migration, big cats, and endless savannah landscapes teeming with wildlife.
Gnu Migration Camp – Serengeti – Situated in prime locations of the Serengeti, this intimate tented camp offers an unparalleled view of the Great Migration, where vast herds of wildebeest and zebras cross the plains. Surrounded by the region’s rich wildlife, it provides an exceptional base to witness the dramatic predator-prey interactions and the iconic big cats of the Serengeti.
Day 7 -: Ngorongoro Crater
- After breakfast, depart for Ngorongoro Conservation Area with a game drive en route.
- Stop at Olduvai Gorge, one of the world’s most important paleoanthropological sites.
- Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a wildlife paradise and UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Enjoy a full-day game drive, spotting rhinos, lions, buffalo, elephants, and hippos.
- After the safari, ascend from the crater and drive to Karatu.
- Dinner and overnight at Mawe’s Karatu Tented Lodge.
Ngorongoro Crater – A UNESCO World Heritage Site and a natural wonder, this massive volcanic caldera shelters a high concentration of wildlife, including the endangered black rhino.
Karatu Tented Lodge – A cozy retreat in the lush Karatu Highlands, offering a peaceful atmosphere with comfortable tented accommodations, perfect for unwinding after a day of safari adventures.
Day 8-: Tarangire National Park
- After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its massive elephant herds and ancient baobab trees.
- Enjoy a full-day game drive, exploring the Tarangire River, where wildlife gathers for water.
- Picnic lunch in the park.
- Continue searching for big cats, giraffes, and diverse birdlife.
- Arrive at Mawe’s Baobab Camp, nestled inside the park.
- Dinner and overnight at Baobab Camp
Tarangire National Park – Known for its vast elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and seasonal wildlife migration, Tarangire offers an off-the-beaten-path safari experience.
Baobab Camp – Tarangire – Nestled in the heart of Tarangire National Park, this intimate camp is surrounded by majestic baobab trees and thriving wildlife, offering an authentic safari experience with close-up animal encounters.
Day 9-: Tarangire National Park to Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport
- Enjoy a final early morning game drive in Tarangire.
- Return to camp for breakfast and check-out.
- Drive back to Arusha, with an optional stop at a local market or cultural center.
- Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your departure flight.
Enjoy a final delicious breakfast as you take in the sight of elephants, zebras, and wildebeest wandering past the camp. Afterward, your guide will transfer you for your flight to Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport, your last stop, before heading home—taking with you unforgettable safari memories.
Baobab Camp – Tarangire – Nestled in the heart of Tarangire National Park, this intimate camp is surrounded by majestic baobab trees and thriving wildlife, offering an authentic safari experience with close-up animal encounters.
Safari Tour "9 Days" Price
Safari Price
Per Person
9 Days Safari Pricing
2 Person
3 Person
4 Person
6+ Person
$5,605
$5,515
$4,474
$4,105
