Day 1
Arusha arrival
Arusha National Park
Airport transfer, briefing and rest. Meals: Dinner
Tonight's Accommodation
Arusha Planet Lodgemid-range
9 days Tanzania Safari
9-Day Wildlife & Culture Safari
This nine-day journey combines major wildlife parks with a cultural stop around Mto wa Mbu or the Karatu area. The cultural component is designed as a respectful guided experience rather than a staged photo stop. Three Serengeti nights protect the safari quality.
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This nine-day journey combines major wildlife parks with a cultural stop around Mto wa Mbu or the Karatu area. The cultural component is designed as a respectful guided experience rather than a staged photo stop. Three Serengeti nights protect the safari quality.
Route: Arusha - Arusha NP - Tarangire - Mto wa Mbu/Manyara - Serengeti - Serengeti - Serengeti -Ngorongoro - Karatu - Arusha
Best for: Travelers who want wildlife plus local cultural context
Price note: Price basis: from USD 3,250 per person, based on 2 adults sharing on a private mid-range safari. Peak-season and migration-zone departures can cost more; 4-6 travelers in one vehicle may reduce the per-person rate.
Important Booking Notes
The exact itinerary order can change because of lodge availability, road conditions, park rules or seasonal wildlife movement.Wildlife sightings, Great Migration locations and river crossings cannot be guaranteed.Accommodation is subject to availability at the time the deposit is received.Children's rates depend on age, rooming and government fee definitions; request a family quotation.Single-room supplements apply when one traveler occupies a room alone.For confirmed sales, issue a formal quotation showing total price, deposit amount, payment deadline and cancellation terms.
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Day 1: Arusha arrival
Day 2: Arusha National Park
Day 3: Arusha to Tarangire
Day 4: Mto wa Mbu cultural experience - Karatu
Day 5: Karatu to Serengeti
Day 6: Full day Serengeti
Day 7: Serengeti second full day
Day 8: Serengeti to Karatu
Day 9: Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha
Day by Day
Itinerary and Accommodation
9 planned days
Day 2
Arusha National Park
Arusha National Park
Game drive and optional approved activity depending on preference. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Tonight's Accommodation
Arusha Planet Lodgemid-range
Day 3
Arusha to Tarangire
Tarangire National Park
Full Tarangire game drive. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Tonight's Accommodation
Sangaiwe Tented Lodgemid-range
Day 4
Mto wa Mbu cultural experience - Karatu
Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Travel toward Mto wa Mbu for a guided cultural and local-food experience. Continue to Karatu. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5
Karatu to Serengeti
Serengeti National Park
Drive through Ngorongoro to Serengeti, game viewing on arrival. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Tonight's Accommodation
Into Wild Africa / comparablemid-range
Day 6
Full day Serengeti
Serengeti National Park
Full-day wildlife viewing. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Tonight's Accommodation
Into Wild Africa / comparablemid-range
Day 7
Serengeti second full day
Serengeti National Park
Second full day for a different sector, photography or seasonal wildlife focus. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Tonight's Accommodation
Into Wild Africa / comparablemid-range
Day 8
Serengeti to Karatu
Serengeti National Park
Morning game drive and transfer to the highlands. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9
Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha
Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Crater game drive and return to Arusha. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Group Pricing
Per Person Price by Group Size
Guide prices for private safari planning. The final quote is confirmed after availability, season, and exact routing are checked.
| Travelers | Per Person | Estimated Group Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $ 3,250 | $ 3,250 |
| 2 people | $ 2,795 | $ 5,590 |
| 3 people | $ 2,535 | $ 7,605 |
| 4 people | $ 2,340 | $ 9,360 |
| 5 people | $ 2,245 | $ 11,225 |
| 6 people | $ 2,145 | $ 12,870 |
| 7 people | $ 2,080 | $ 14,560 |
| 8 people | $ 2,080 | $ 16,640 |
| 9 people | $ 2,015 | $ 18,135 |
| 10 people | $ 2,015 | $ 20,150 |
| 11 people | $ 1,950 | $ 21,450 |
| 12 people | $ 1,950 | $ 23,400 |
| 13 people | $ 1,885 | $ 24,505 |
| 14 people | $ 1,885 | $ 26,390 |
| 15 people | $ 1,885 | $ 28,275 |
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Included, Not Included & Travel Tips
Included
- +Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof for the itinerary stated
- +Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- +National park entry and conservation fees included in the confirmed quotation
- +Ngorongoro Conservation Area and crater-related fees where the itinerary includes crater descent
- +Accommodation stated in the final confirmation or an approved comparable alternative
- +Meals as listed day by day; full board during most safari nights
- +Bottled or filtered drinking water in the safari vehicle
- +Airport transfer(s) when specifically stated in the confirmed package
- +Game drives and road transfers shown in the itinerary
- +Government taxes applicable to the quoted safari services at the time of confirmation
Not Included
- -International flights to and from Tanzania
- -Visa fees, passport costs and travel insurance
- -Tips/gratuities for safari guide and lodge staff
- -Alcoholic drinks, premium soft drinks and personal minibar purchases unless specifically included
- -Laundry, souvenirs, telephone/data charges and personal expenses
- -Optional activities such as balloon safari, walking safari, canoeing, cultural visits or domestic flights unless specifically listed as included
- -Medical costs, evacuation costs and expenses caused by events outside the operator's control
- -Any service not clearly listed under "Included" in the final quotation
Travel Tips
- +Book early for July to October and Christmas travel dates because Serengeti and Ngorongoro rooms sell quickly.
- +Pack neutral colors, a warm layer for early game drives, sun protection, binoculars, and any personal medication.
- +Bring small USD notes for tips and personal purchases; card acceptance can be limited inside remote parks.
- +Wildlife sightings depend on season and animal movement, so flexible timing improves the experience.
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