Customize your safari itinerary
The safari trip for those who only want to go on safari
Create your perfect safari itinerary
We offer several different safari packages that can be tailored to your wishes, interests, and the time you have available. We will help you find the right package.
If you want to experience the vast savannahs of the Serengeti, we recommend at least a 4-day safari, as the Serengeti is about a 7-hour drive from Arusha.
For those who want to keep travel time and costs down, there are many good options closer to Arusha. National parks such as Tarangire and Ngorongoro are about 2-3 hours away and offer fantastic wildlife experiences. Arusha National Park is also a nice option for a shorter safari.
2-day safari
A perfect itinerary for those who are short on time but still want to experience a safari. This tour combines Tarangire and Ngorongoro, giving you a great chance to see lots of animals in a short time.
3-day safari
This is our most popular safariitinerary. Here you will have plenty of time in parks located near Arusha, with short transfers and lots of safari action. On this itinerary, you have a very good chance of seeing Africa's big animals, and there is also the possibility of seeing the Big Five.
4-day safari
With fourdays, you have the opportunity to visit the Serengeti and combine it with, for example, the Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire. For those who want to end their trip in Zanzibar, there is also the option of flying there directly from the Serengeti.
5-day safari or longer
For those who want to experience safari at a more leisurely pace and really take in the nature and wildlife, this is perfect. You get the ultimate wildlife experience and the opportunity to enjoy the lovely lodges. There is no upper limit on the number of safari days, but for most people, a 6-day safari is enough.
We are happy to book international flights if you wish.
Feel free to combine with Zanzibar
Includes
- Private 4*4 Toyota Land Cruiser
- Transport and free miles in the parks
- Knowledgeable English-speaking guide
- Insurance with Flying Doctor
- Accommodation and meals according to itinerary
- Crater rim walk Ngorongoro
- Round-the-clock service during the journey
- Parking fees and taxes
- Transfer to and from the airport
- Water in the safari jeep all days
- Contributions to local projects
- Safe travel – we comply with the Package Travel Act and have provided a travel guarantee.
Tips
- Your passport must be valid for 6 months after the planned date of return.
- You can choose to obtain a visa either online before travelling or at the airport in Tanzania. The cost of a visa is 50 USD
- Tanzania is one hour ahead of Sweden in summer time, and two hours ahead in winter time
- In Tanzania, the USD and the Tanzanian Shilling are used. Shillings can be withdrawn from ATMs.
- In Tanzania, tipping is expected. It is therefore customary to tip the guide at the end of your safari.
Days included in the package
Day 1 - Arrival in Arusha
Upon arrival, you will receive a warm welcome from one of our representatives, who will be waiting outside the airport with a sign bearing your name. You will then be driven to your hotel, where you will have time to relax and unwind after your journey. The area is characterized by coffee and banana plantations and is situated at a high altitude, which contributes to a pleasant climate year-round.
The trip to the hotel takes about an hour. Already on the way there, you’ll get a first glimpse of everyday life in Tanzania, with its countryside and bustling city life.
If you want to go directly to the national parks, this is possible at an additional cost.
- No meals included on arrival day
Day 2 - Tarangire - Visit to the kingdom of elephants
In the morning, you’ll meet your guide and set out on a safari in Tarangire National Park. The park is one of our guests’ absolute favorites and offers a varied landscape with palm trees, rolling savannas, and majestic baobab trees. Compared to many other national parks, there are significantly fewer visitors here, which makes for a more authentic safari experience.
Tarangire is particularly known for its large herds of elephants, and you can often get very close to them. There are also excellent opportunities to see lions, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, and many other animals. The only one of Africa’s classic animals missing here is the rhinoceros.
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Day 3 - Tarangire - A mix of palm forest, wetland, and savanna
Breakfast is served early in the morning, after which you’ll set out on a new safari adventure and spend a full day in Tarangire. Since the park is large and diverse, today you’ll have the opportunity to explore new areas and experience other parts of the landscape.
The Tarangire River flows through the park, serving as a vital water source for the area’s wildlife during the dry season. Here, large numbers of animals gather to drink, often creating opportunities for exciting wildlife encounters.
If everyone in your group is over 13 years old, you can start the day with a walking safari lasting about 1.5 hours, accompanied by an armed ranger. Exploring the savanna on foot is a unique experience that brings you closer to nature, allowing you to experience its sounds, scents, and details in a whole new way.
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Day 4 - Serengeti - Felines on an endless savannah
After breakfast, you’ll continue on to the Serengeti. The drive takes you through beautiful, rolling countryside where you’ll often see Maasai herding their cattle while wearing their traditional red-checked cloth wraps. The final few hours of the journey are on gravel roads, which makes for a bumpy ride. Even along the way, there are good chances of spotting animals. As soon as you enter the national park, your first safari tour awaits. The Serengeti is known for its vast plains, incredible wildlife, and large populations of big cats. Here, you have excellent chances of seeing lions, leopards, and cheetahs.
You’ll stay in luxurious safari tents right in the middle of the savanna, surrounded by nature and wildlife. This offers an authentic safari experience and a wonderful sense of being in the heart of the African wilderness.
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Day 5 - Serengeti - Among zebras and wildebeests
Today promises an exciting full day of safari in the Serengeti. You’ll rise early in the morning to witness the sun rising over the savanna as the wilderness slowly comes to life. The day is spent looking for animals such as giraffes, ostriches, hyenas, antelopes, zebras, cheetahs, hippos, elephants, and much more. The guide will tailor the safari to where the animals are located and is happy to share their knowledge of the area and its wildlife.
At dusk, you’ll return to your accommodation in the heart of the Serengeti. Sitting in the middle of the savanna and gazing up at the starry sky is a truly special experience. It’s not uncommon to see animals moving about near the camp, and at night you can often hear the sounds of the savanna outside your tent.
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Day 6 - Serengeti - Morning magic in the Serengeti
Waking up early in the morning, breathing in the fresh air, and watching the sun rise over the Serengeti is something truly special. A sense of calm settles over the savanna as the wildlife slowly comes to life. The Seronera area, where you’ll be staying, is particularly rich in wildlife, and the early morning hours are often the best time for a safari.
After an early breakfast, it’s time for your final safari tour. No two safaris are alike, and it’s impossible to predict what experiences await, but your camera will likely be filled with photos and memories of some of Africa’s most iconic animals.
After this morning’s safari, the journey continues toward the Ngorongoro Crater. If everyone in the group is over 10 years old, there is an opportunity to join a short hike along the crater rim with a guide. You rarely see large animals here, but the view of the crater is spectacular.
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Day 7 - Ngorongoro - The eighth wonder of the world
Early in the morning, you will begin your descent into the Ngorongoro Crater. For many predators, this is the time of day when they are most active. The trip down to the crater itself is an exciting experience, with an elevation difference of almost 600 meters from the crater rim to the crater floor. The crater is called the Garden of Eden because there are between 25,000 and 30,000 wild animals in this area. With a little luck, you may see the endangered black rhino. Ngorongoro was once as high as Kilimanjaro, but three million years ago, the mountain collapsed after a volcanic eruption and formed this mighty crater.
After the safari, you’ll head to Arusha and be dropped off at your hotel. You can also choose to stay another night in this area.
- Breakfast and lunch included
Day 9 - Departure
Today is the last day of your trip, and we’ll drive you to the airport at your convenience. Depending on your flight time, you can spend your final hours taking one last dip in the pool or enjoying a relaxing lunch.
If you’d like to continue on to Zanzibar, we can arrange a domestic flight there.
- Breakfast
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Meet your travel advisors
We have Helen on site in Zanzibar, who has lived on the island for many years and has a deep knowledge of both Zanzibar and Tanzania in general. We can therefore offer personally unique experiences. Whether you dream of a private villa, an exclusive resort, or a bungalow, we will help you find what suits you best.
Our tour guides are always ready to help with any questions you may have about your trip. They are knowledgeable and dedicated, and their goal is to make your experience as smooth and memorable as possible.
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Robust and reliable safari jeeps
We use four-wheel drive Toyota Land Cruisers for all our safari tours in Tanzania. To ensure high quality and reliability, each jeep undergoes servicing after every trip. The roads to the parks are often paved, but inside the parks the terrain is more uneven, which makes for a slightly bumpy ride. However, our vehicles are equipped with comfortable soft seats for the most pleasant experience possible.
All our jeeps offer:
- seating for up to 7 passengers, all with their own window seat
- retractable roof offering unobstructed views of the savannah
- power outlets for charging mobile phones, cameras, and other equipment
- cool box where you can store any beverage
We are happy to help you book your airline tickets.
We have access to a system where we can compare a large number of flights and come up with several options based on your preferences, such as departure date, airline, number of stopovers, or departure city. We can book flights from most countries, not just Sweden.
The journey from Sweden usually takes around 14 hours, depending on the route.
If we find an option that suits you, we can also reserve the tickets, which means that the price is locked in for a short period while you consider your options. A reservation is not binding and can be canceled at any time if you decide not to proceed.
You are also welcome to book your own flight if you prefer.
- For a pure safari trip in Tanzania, it is easiest to fly to and from Kilimanjaro (JRO).
- If you combine a safari with Zanzibar, we recommend a multi-city ticket: fly to Kilimanjaro and home from Zanzibar (or vice versa if you want to end with the safari).
During certain periods in high season, we also have pre-booked airports on selected dates, which usually makes the price a little cheaper.
We usually book domestic flights between the mainland and Zanzibar, but you can also choose to do this yourself.
Currency & payment in Tanzania
Tanzania primarily uses Tanzanian shillings (TZS), but USD is sometimes accepted. However, it is often more expensive to pay in USD.
- Withdrawing money
Tanzanian shillings cannot be exchanged in Sweden, so you will need to withdraw money locally. There are ATMs at the airport, in Arusha, and in Moshi. - Card payments
Most restaurants and hotels acceptcard payments, but there are still places where you can only pay in cash or where the card machine does not work. Therefore, it is important to always have cash as a backup. - Small bills
It is smart to have small bills for buying fruit, water, snacks, or souvenirs. Therefore, be sure to ask for small bills when you shop at the beginning of your trip. A good plan is to withdraw a small amount at the airport when you arrive, and then withdraw more as needed after the safari. - Haggle with consideration
Prices are often negotiable, but do so with respect. Avoid haggling just for the sake of it, as many sellers operate on very small margins.
Clothing tips for your safari in Tanzania
This may be good to keep in mind before going on a safari
- The roof of the safari jeep provides good sun protection, so full-coverage clothing is not necessary. Feel free to choose light, airy, and loose-fitting garments.
- Avoid bright colors, black, and dark blue, as these can attract insects.
- The Ngorongoro area is located at high altitude and can be quite cold, especially in the mornings and evenings. Therefore, bring a warm sweater or jacket.
- When visiting Moshi, Arusha, or other cities, it is advisable to dress respectfully.
- Bring shoes with thick soles that can handle uneven terrain and protect against sharp thorns.
Tanzania offers unique and fascinating wildlife experiences all year round
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January - March
This is a fantastic time to travel. The lush, green landscapes create beautiful contrasts with the savannah, and the abundance of newborn animals attracts many predators. Temperatures are at their highest during these months. January and February are often dry, while the long rainy season usually begins at the end of March. If you travel in early March, you will usually experience the parks at their best, as it is beautiful, peaceful, and there are fewer tourists than during the high season.
April - May
This is the long rainy season, when it can rain for several days at a time. The parks are at their greenest and most lush, and the temperature is pleasant. The advantage of traveling now is that there are very few tourists. The disadvantage is that the roads can be difficult to navigate, and during heavy downpours, the car's roof and windows must be kept closed, which affects the experience. Many animals also seek shelter when it rains the most. Therefore, we do not recommend this period.
June - September
The long dry season is considered one of the best times for safaris. The vegetation is low, making it easier to spot animals, and many gather at waterholes. The weather is clear and dry, and this is the coolest period of the year. In Tarangire, this is a fantastic safari season as large numbers of animals make their way to the Tarangire River. During July and August, there are many visitors to the parks, so if possible, June or September is preferable.
October - December
Autumn is an excellent time to travel, with relatively few tourists and wonderful wildlife experiences. The migration returns south and the animals are often seen entering the Serengeti. There may be short rain showers, but they usually fall in the evening and disappear quickly, leaving a greener landscape and pleasant temperatures. The October break is a perfect week for a safari. December is also good, but Christmas and New Year's Eve are peak season with more tourists. If you can travel in early December or early January, that's even better.
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Your request is not binding and you can of course change the number of days or make other requests. We will get back to you as soon as possible!
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