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12-Day Todo Wild Signature Tanzania Safari

12 days Tanzania Safari

12-Day Todo Wild Signature Tanzania Safari

Our signature 12-day route is built around time, not speed. It begins gently in Arusha, gives Tarangire two nights, includes Lake Manyara and the highlands, spends four nights across Serengeti and finishes with Ngorongoro Crater. Seasonal departures can move part of the Serengeti stay to the north or south without rebuilding the entire safari.

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Our signature 12-day route is built around time, not speed. It begins gently in Arusha, gives Tarangire two nights, includes Lake Manyara and the highlands, spends four nights across Serengeti and finishes with Ngorongoro Crater. Seasonal departures can move part of the Serengeti stay to the north or south without rebuilding the entire safari.

Route: Arusha - Arusha NP - Tarangire (2 nights) - Manyara/Karatu - Serengeti (4 nights) - Ngorongoro -Karatu - Arusha

Best for: Travelers who want the fullest Todo Wild northern Tanzania experience

Price note: Price basis: from USD 4,350 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.

Book with Todo Wild: Ready to customize this safari? Contact Todo Wild Tours & Safaris and send your travel dates, number of travelers, preferred hotel level and whether you are arriving through Kilimanjaro, Arusha or Zanzibar. Website: todowild.com

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Day 2: Arusha National Park
Day 3: Arusha to Tarangire
Day 4: Full day Tarangire
Day 5: Lake Manyara - Karatu
Day 6: Karatu to Central Serengeti
Day 7: Central Serengeti full day
Day 8: Serengeti seasonal exploration
Day 9: Serengeti second seasonal/full day
Day 10: Serengeti to Ngorongoro highlands
Day 11: Ngorongoro Crater
Day 12: Karatu to Arusha / departure
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Itinerary and Accommodation

12 planned days

Day 1

Arrival in Arusha

Arusha National Park

Meet your Todo Wild representative at the airport and transfer to Arusha. Rest, recover from the flight and meet your guide for a briefing. Meals: Dinner

Tonight's Accommodation

Arusha Planet Lodge

mid-range

Day 2

Arusha National Park

Arusha National Park

Game drive around Momella Lakes, forest and Mount Meru landscapes. Optional approved walking or canoe activity can be quoted separately. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Tonight's Accommodation

Arusha Planet Lodge

mid-range

Day 3

Arusha to Tarangire

Tarangire National Park

Travel to Tarangire and begin game viewing. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Tonight's Accommodation

Sangaiwe Tented Lodge

mid-range

Day 4

Full day Tarangire

Tarangire National Park

Explore a different part of Tarangire with time for elephants, baobabs and birdlife. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Tonight's Accommodation

Sangaiwe Tented Lodge

mid-range

Day 5

Lake Manyara - Karatu

Lake Manyara National Park

Drive to Lake Manyara for a game drive, then continue to Karatu. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6

Karatu to Central Serengeti

Serengeti National Park

Travel through Ngorongoro Conservation Area into Serengeti and game drive toward camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Tonight's Accommodation

Into Wild Africa / comparable

mid-range

Day 7

Central Serengeti full day

Serengeti National Park

Full-day game drive in Central Serengeti. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Tonight's Accommodation

Into Wild Africa / comparable

mid-range

Day 8

Serengeti seasonal exploration

Serengeti National Park

Use this day to explore a seasonal wildlife zone or another central sector depending on travel month. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Tonight's Accommodation

Seasonal or Central Serengeti camp

mid-range

Day 9

Serengeti second seasonal/full day

Serengeti National Park

A fourth Serengeti-focused day allows patient wildlife viewing, photography and route flexibility. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Tonight's Accommodation

Seasonal or Central Serengeti camp

mid-range

Day 10

Serengeti to Ngorongoro highlands

Serengeti National Park

Enjoy a final morning game drive, then travel back toward the highlands. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 11

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Early crater descent for a full game-drive experience, then return to Karatu for a final relaxed safari evening. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 12

Karatu to Arusha / departure

Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After breakfast, drive to Arusha. Depending on flight time, stop for lunch or a local shopping opportunity before airport transfer. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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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 $ 4,350 $ 4,350
2 people $ 3,740 $ 7,480
3 people $ 3,395 $ 10,185
4 people $ 3,130 $ 12,520
5 people $ 3,000 $ 15,000
6 people $ 2,870 $ 17,220
7 people $ 2,785 $ 19,495
8 people $ 2,785 $ 22,280
9 people $ 2,695 $ 24,255
10 people $ 2,695 $ 26,950
11 people $ 2,610 $ 28,710
12 people $ 2,610 $ 31,320
13 people $ 2,525 $ 32,825
14 people $ 2,525 $ 35,350
15 people $ 2,525 $ 37,875
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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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