Overview
Embark on the 6-Day Private Wildlife & Cultural Tanzania Rollers Special for a thrilling Tanzanian adventure! Explore Tarangire’s elephant herds, Serengeti’s Great Migration, and Ngorongoro’s Big Five. End with cultural immersion in Mto wa Mbu. Stay in cozy mid-range lodges, savor Swahili cuisine, and enjoy private game drives. Tanzania Roller Safari ensures a seamless 2025 journey, blending wildlife and culture. Thus, you’ll connect with Tanzania’s wild heart in comfort. Book your private safari today!
Trip Highlights
- See Tarangire’s elephant herds and baobabs.
- Witness Serengeti’s Great Migration and lions.
- Spot Big Five in Ngorongoro Crater.
- Explore Mto wa Mbu’s cultural diversity.
- Stay in comfy mid-range lodges.
Safari Itinerary
Start your 6-Day Private Wildlife & Cultural Tanzania Rollers Special in Arusha. Drive 2–3 hours to Tarangire National Park in a 4x4. Spot elephant herds and baobabs on a game drive. Settle into your lodge, enjoy a Swahili dinner, and rest.
- Budget (~$1,250): Camp at Tarangire Public Campsite with basic amenities.
- Mid-range ($1,580 base): Stay at Tarangire Safari Lodge with scenic views.
- Luxe (~$1,900–$2,100): Choose Tarangire Treetops. Add ~$320–$520.
- Ultra Luxe (~$3,000–$3,500): Book Swala Camp. Add ~$1,420–$1,920.
- Note: Tarangire is famous for elephants; June–October offers best wildlife viewing.
Wake for a full-day private game drive in Tarangire. See giraffes, zebras, and rare antelopes among baobabs. Picnic by the Tarangire River. Your guide shares park ecology insights. Return to your lodge for dinner and stargazing.
- Budget (~$1,250): Camp at Tarangire Public Campsite, near wildlife.
- Mid-range ($1,580 base): Stay at Tarangire Safari Lodge, cozy and central.
- Luxe (~$1,900–$2,100): Choose Tarangire Treetops. Add ~$320–$520.
- Ultra Luxe (~$3,000–$3,500): Relax at Swala Camp. Add ~$1,420–$1,920.
- Note: Binoculars are included; dry season ensures concentrated wildlife.
Drive 4–5 hours from Tarangire to Serengeti National Park. Enjoy a private afternoon game drive in Seronera, spotting Great Migration wildebeest and lions. Settle into your lodge, dine on Swahili cuisine, and rest under stars.
- Budget (~$1,250): Camp at Seronera Campsite with basic facilities.
- Mid-range ($1,580 base): Stay at Kati Kati Tented Camp for comfort.
- Luxe (~$1,900–$2,100): Choose Lemala Ewanjan Tented Camp. Add ~$320–$520.
- Ultra Luxe (~$3,000–$3,500): Book Singita Mara River Camp. Add ~$1,420–$1,920.
- Note: Serengeti’s migration peaks July–October; park fees are included.
Rise for a full-day private game drive in Serengeti’s Seronera. Track wildebeest herds and Big Five, including leopards. Picnic under acacias. Your guide explains migration patterns. Return to your lodge for dinner and starry views.
- Budget (~$1,250): Camp at Seronera Campsite, immersed in nature.
- Mid-range ($1,580 base): Stay at Kati Kati Tented Camp, cozy and scenic.
- Luxe (~$1,900–$2,100): Choose Lemala Ewanjan. Add ~$320–$520.
- Ultra Luxe (~$3,000–$3,500): Relax at Singita Mara River Camp. Add ~$1,420–$1,920.
- Note: Bottled water is provided; bring sunscreen for open-vehicle drives.
Drive 2–3 hours to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a private game drive. Spot rhinos, elephants, and lions in this 260 km² caldera. Picnic inside the crater. Overnight at a lodge near the rim.
- Budget (~$1,250): Camp at Simba Campsite with basic amenities.
- Mid-range ($1,580 base): Stay at Ngorongoro Serena Lodge with crater views.
- Luxe (~$1,900–$2,100): Choose The Highlands Ngorongoro. Add ~$320–$520.
- Ultra Luxe (~$3,000–$3,500): Book Ngorongoro Crater Lodge. Add ~$1,420–$1,920.
- Note: Crater has high Big Five density; warm layers needed for early drives.
Drive 1–2 hours to Mto wa Mbu. Join a guided cultural tour, visiting Maasai markets and banana plantations. Learn about local tribes. Enjoy a Swahili lunch, then drive 2–3 hours to Arusha for departure.
- Budget (~$1,250): Rest at an Arusha eco-hostel for ~$20/night (if needed).
- Mid-range ($1,580 base): Stay at Arusha Serena Lodge (if overnight).
- Luxe (~$1,900–$2,100): Choose Arusha Serena Lodge. Add ~$320–$520.
- Ultra Luxe (~$3,000–$3,500): Book One Nature Nyaruswiga. Add ~$1,420–$1,920.
- Note: Mto wa Mbu tours support local communities; departure aligns with flight schedules.
Costing
Inclusion
- Accommodation: 5 nights in mid-range lodges/tented camps (e.g., Tarangire Safari Lodge, Kati Kati Tented Camp) or adjustable to Budget/Ultra Luxe.
- Meals: Full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner) with Swahili cuisine, including picnic lunches.
- Transport: Round-trip transfers from Arusha to Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Mto wa Mbu in a 4x4 safari vehicle.
- Activities: Private game drives, Maasai village visit in Mto wa Mbu, and expert-guided tours.
- Fees: Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro park entry and conservation fees.
- Guide: Professional English-speaking safari guide.
- Water: Bottled drinking water during game drives.
Exclusion
- Flights: International or domestic flights to/from Arusha.
- Visa: Tanzania visa fees.
- Insurance: Travel or medical insurance.
- Tips: Gratuities for guides and camp staff (suggested $10–$20/day/guide).
- Personal Expenses: Souvenirs, alcohol, or additional activities (e.g., hot air balloon rides, ~$550).
- Upgraded/Downgraded Accommodations: Costs for Budget or Ultra Luxe lodging unless specified.
FAQS
Your private safari features Tarangire’s elephants, Serengeti’s Great Migration, and Ngorongoro’s Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, rhino.
The dry season (June–October) is ideal. Wildlife concentrates at water sources, and the Great Migration peaks in 2025.
Yes, our safari supports sustainability. Mid-range lodges and ethical Mto wa Mbu visits promote conservation and Tanzanian communities.