9-Day Northern Tanzania Safari Adventure (Superior)

9 Days / 8 Nights

This northern Tanzania journey blends iconic landscapes with some of the region’s most exceptional luxury lodges. You’ll begin in the lush foothills of Arusha before moving into the wide, baobab-studded plains of the Chem Chem Concession, a quiet wildlife corridor between Lake Manyara and Tarangire. From there, you’ll ascend the rim of the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for two unforgettable nights overlooking one of Africa’s densest wildlife havens. Your final stop is the private Singita Grumeti Reserve in the Serengeti, where sweeping savannahs, migrating herds, and elegant lodge living create a powerful finale.

DURATION

9 Days / 8 Nights

LOCATIONS

• Arusha
• Chem Chem Concession
• Ngorongoro Conservation Area
• Singita Serengeti Grumeti

STYLE

• Luxury lodges
• Flying & driving safari

BEST FOR

• Wildlife lovers
• Honeymooners, luxury travelers & photographers

Your Journey Into the Wild…

This itinerary sweeps through northern Tanzania’s greatest ecosystems. Start with a calm night in Arusha to ease into the adventure. Then move into the Tarangire-Manyara wildlife corridor, where ancient baobabs and roaming elephant herds set the scene. Next comes the Ngorongoro Crater, an extraordinary volcanic caldera packed with wildlife. The trip closes in the remote Grumeti Reserve, where luxury safari living meets spectacular Serengeti game viewing.

Day 1-2

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to Legendary Lodge, a peaceful retreat surrounded by coffee plantations. If you arrive early, spend the afternoon relaxing in the gardens, taking a coffee tour, exploring local markets, or simply unwinding by the pool. It’s the ideal reset before heading deeper into the wilderness.

Days 2-4

Fly to Lake Manyara Airstrip and continue into the Chem Chem Concession, a quiet stretch of wilderness connecting Tarangire and Lake Manyara. Your stay at Chem Chem Lodge places you among ancient baobab trees, large elephant herds, and rich birdlife. Enjoy game drives, bush walks, and the slow, immersive style that makes this area so special. Evenings are unhurried, with stargazing and fireside dining under the African sky.

hem Chem Lodge places you among ancient baobab trees,

Enjoy game drives, bush walks, and the slow, immersive style

Days 4-6

Transfer to the Ngorongoro Crater, where your suite at and Beyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge sits right on the rim with sweeping views over this volcanic wonder. Spend a full day exploring the crater floor, home to incredible concentrations of wildlife including lion, elephant, and the rare black rhino. Picnic beside hippo pools, take in the dramatic scenery, and return each evening to warm hospitality and memorable dinners overlooking the caldera.

Days 6-9

Fly into the private Grumeti Reserve for your final chapter at Singita Faru Faru Lodge. This region borders the Western Corridor of the Serengeti and lies directly on the Great Migration route. Game drives reveal big cats, large herds of plains wildlife, and classic Serengeti scenery. Between safari outings, enjoy the lodge’s calm setting, riverside views, and relaxed luxury. Nights end around the fire, sharing stories from the day’s sightings.