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Tanzania – 10-day Tanzania Exclusive Sky Safari – Private fly-in

10 days / 9 nights
Arusha • Randilen • Central Serengeti • Karatu

Country

Tanzania

Duration

10 days

Highlights

Arusha

Randilen

Central Serengeti

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Tanzania – 10-day Tanzania Exclusive Sky Safari – Private fly-in

From $12,130
Elewana Serengeti Pioneer Camp
Central Serengeti
Central Serengeti
Randilen
Elewana Serengeti Pioneer Camp
Elewana The Manor at Ngorongoro

Includes

All domestic flights in SkySafari's executive aircraft (depending on schedule of international outbound flight)
All transfers, including to / from Kilimanjaro International Airport
All statutory taxes for the flights mentioned above
ViP fast track at Kilimanjaro International Airport (subject to change)
9 nights of fully inclusive safari accommodation
Shared daytime game drives in specially adapted 4x4 game drive vehicles
Services of an English-speaking driver-guide
Safari activities such as: Plantation Coffee Tour, authentic cultural village visit, guided bush walks, sundowners in the bush, night game drive, massage treatment, and others as per itinerary
Last day lunch and day room at Arusha Coffee Lodge subject to availability and outbound flight departure timings
Medical Emergency Evacuation Insurance
Park Fees

Excludes

International Flights
Premium brand drinks
Balloon Safari comes at an additional cost of US$ 540 per person (min age 6 years)
Private safari vehicle comes at an additional cost of US$ 3,240 per party
Gratuities - we recommend US$ 15 per person/day per guide and $20 per person/day for lodge staff
Entry visa
Travel insurance
Increase in government tax and park fees

Itinerary

Arusha, Tanzania

Resting at the foot of Mount Meru, the sprawling city of Arusha is known as the safari capital of northern Tanzania. It serves as an excellent base from which to explore the remarkably scenic surrounding area which includes majestic Mount Kilimanjaro, as well as the Manyara, Tarangire and Ngorongoro National Parks. Arusha is a good spot to take a day or two off from the safari circuit as it features a temperate climate and lush surrounds. Visitors can look forward to exploring the wildlife-abundant Serengeti National Park; the magnificent Arusha National Park; and taking on the challenge of climbing Mount Meru, Africa’s fifth highest mountain.
Arusha
Arusha
Arusha
Arusha
Arusha
Arusha
  • Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge

    Day 1 - 2

    Located in the middle of a verdant coffee plantation, Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge is a sanctuary of aromatic tranquility and a welcome retreat after a long international flight, or the dust and excitement of a thrilling bush safari.
    Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge
    Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge

Day 1

Day Notes:

Touching down in the shadow of the continent’s highest mountain is quite the arrival: welcome to Africa. We’ll fast-track you through Kilimanjaro Airport to Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge, where the stresses of travel will lift as soon as you’re shown your elegant suite, tucked into this leafy and aromatic working plantation. Enjoy a Shanga cultural experience depending on arrival time.

  • Transfer from Kilimanjaro International Airport [JRO] to Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge

  • Check-in to Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge

  • Shanga cutural experience (if time allows)

Randilen, Tanzania

Designated by the Maasai people, Randilen is a community wildlife management area of 327 km², which extends organically from Tarangire National Park's north-eastern boundary and adheres to strict ecological principles that benefit both wildlife and the community. In the dry season between July and October, wildlife is concentrated around a few water sources, particularly the Tarangire River Valley. Wildlife moves into the surrounding hills during the green season, which comes alive with lushness, flowering blooms, epic skies, and exuberant wildlife. Aside from elephant and buffalo, species most likely to be seen are giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, waterbuck, bushbuck, impala, lesser kudu, eland and warthog. Among the predators are lion and leopard, as well as jackals and mongoose.
Randilen
Randilen
Randilen
Randilen
Randilen
Randilen
  • Elewana Tarangire Treetops

    Day 2 - 5

    On the path of an annual elephant migration, Elewana Tarangire Treetops sits alone in a 312km2 community wildlife area bordering Tarangire National Park, amid a landscape of rolling and baobab-studded hills. Our elevated "treehouse" suites are perched high up with views over the adjacent baobab and marula trees, giving Elewana Tarangire Treetops an adventurous and exotic feel.
    Elewana Tarangire Treetops
    Elewana Tarangire Treetops
    Elewana Tarangire Treetops
    Elewana Tarangire Treetops
    Elewana Tarangire Treetops
    Elewana Tarangire Treetops
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Day 2

Day Notes:

After breakfast, you are whisked off on your SkySafari flight to Tarangire. Tarangire bursts with great game – especially in the dry season, when animals flock to its perennial river – but sees few other tourists. That means safaris crammed full of wildlife, but blissfully crowd-free.

There is a full-day game drive through Tarangire National Park with private picnic lunch in the bush. You’ll be scouting for game on the drive from the airstrip to Elewana Tarangire Treetops. Elephants are a particular speciality – more than 3,000 (one of the largest populations in East Africa) roam here.

After a late afternoon arrival to Elewana Tarangire Treetops, it is time for sundowners and then a traditional Maasai boma dinner at the camp.

  • Check-out from Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge

  • Transfer from Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge to Arusha Airport [ARK]

  • Charter Flight from Arusha Airport [ARK] to Kuro Airstrip

  • Full day game drive through Tarangire National Park

  • Transfer from Kuro Airstrip to Elewana Tarangire Treetops

  • Check-in to Elewana Tarangire Treetops

  • Sundowners and a traditional Maasai boma dinner

Day 3 - 4

Day Notes:

Start the day with a bush walk with a Masai guide. There’s nothing more electrifying than exploring the bush on foot, getting up-close to the flowers, insects, and animal tracks you might miss from a vehicle. After enjoying breakfast in the bush, you can also visit a Masai village to find out more about the custodians of this land.

Take a glorious afternoon game drive in custom-designed jeeps, looking for a whole host of species – from zebra, buffalo, eland and kudu to lion, leopard and hyena.  As the afternoon cools, there’s only one thing to be done: sit on Sunset Hill, Sundowner in hand, the classic way to toast a day on safari. Enjoy a night drive (permitted within the conservancy) and a chance to see the after-dark shift, from prickly porcupines to elusive leopards. A delicious dinner will follow.

  • Shared morning and afternoon safari activities

Central Serengeti, Tanzania

Situated in the heart of Tanzania, the Central Serengeti encompasses the world-famous Seronera Valley which is known for its prime wildlife-viewing opportunities. This picture-perfect landscape is characterised by endless stretches of savannah-covered open plains interspersed by rocky outcrops of granite and scattered with acacia woodlands and covered in a network of rivers and streams. The Central Serengeti forms part of the great wildebeest and zebra migration and provides an ideal habitat for a variety of wildlife such as giraffe, impala, waterbuck, hippo, elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard, hyena, jackal, serval and much more. Popular activities include: game viewing, cultural tours, horse riding safaris, and hot air ballooning over the spectacularly scenic terrain.
Central Serengeti
Central Serengeti
Central Serengeti
Central Serengeti
Central Serengeti
Central Serengeti
  • Elewana Serengeti Pioneer Camp

    Day 5 - 8

    Located in the Southern Serengeti (within the Moru Kopjes area), Elewana Serengeti Pioneer Camp is ideally situated to offer superlative access to the annual migration and the ‘Big 5’ with sweeping views overlooking Moru Kopjes, Lake Magadi and the endless plains.
    Elewana Serengeti Pioneer Camp
    Elewana Serengeti Pioneer Camp
    Elewana Serengeti Pioneer Camp
    Elewana Serengeti Pioneer Camp
    Elewana Serengeti Pioneer Camp
    Elewana Serengeti Pioneer Camp
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Day 5

Day Notes:

Enjoy a game drive en route to the airstrip. You'll be whisked off on your flight to the Serengeti and delivered to your lodge in time for lunch, though the exact lodge depends in part on the season. You will experience a game drive en-route to camp where you will be introduced to the bygone-luxe tents of Elewana Serengeti Pioneer Camp, perched on a kopje in the south of the park. As well as being renowned for its immense wildebeest herds, the area is rich in prehistoric paintings while nearby Lake Magadi is popular with flamingos. It is time for your afternoon game drive followed by dinner at camp.

  • Check-out from Elewana Tarangire Treetops

  • Shared morning game drive en-route to airstrip

  • Transfer from Elewana Tarangire Treetops to Kuro Airstrip

  • Charter Flight from Kuro Airstrip to Seronera Airstrip [SEU]

  • Transfer from Seronera Airstrip [SEU] to Elewana Serengeti Pioneer Camp

  • Check-in to Elewana Serengeti Pioneer Camp

  • Shared afternoon game drive

Day 6 - 7

Day Notes:

Exploring from Elewana Serengeti Pioneer might mean witnessing the replenishing of the Serengeti’s mighty herds: each year, 400,000 wildebeest calves are born in the park’s south, a staggering number, which draws many predators… 

Indeed, big cats are a particular pleasure around the Pioneer camp. Lions love to sun-bask on the rocks of Moru Kopje (where Masai paintings can also be seen). Also, the camp supports the Serengeti Cheetah Project, and talks by experts will introduce you to the local cats, and help you identify them when you’re scanning the plains. 

After a full, fabulous day, it’s time to raise a final Sundowner to the Serengeti, as the light softens, the earth cools, the horizon glows. Enjoy dinner back at camp, then sit out and listen one last time: to the eerie call of the nightjar and the whoop of a hyena, to the hippos’ belly guffaw and the lion’s nerve-trembling roar…

Karatu, Tanzania

Travellers heading for the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater will pass through the town of Karatu in the green hills of Tanzania’s northern highlands. Presided over by the towering Ol Deani Volcano, this small, colourful town serves as a popular overnight stop for visitors exploring the area’s many game parks. The town offers a variety of activities including browsing the bustling marketplace, sampling beer at a local brewery, visiting a traditional homestead, or taking a guided walk through the Ngorongoro Forest in search of waterfalls and caves. Whether you are looking for cultural tours, hiking and biking opportunities, a chance to enjoy an authentic rural Tanzania experience, or simply a break between safari game drives, this underrated town has plenty to offer.
Karatu
Karatu
Karatu
Karatu
Karatu
Karatu
  • Elewana The Manor at Ngorongoro

    Day 8 - 10

    Poised adjacent to the famous Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Elewana The Manor at Ngorongoro is a grand mansion that exudes old-world charm in north-west Tanzania. The manor is comprised of 18 cottage suites, each with its own private entrance and adjoining private sun terrace. In-room amenities include an en-suite bathroom with a rain shower, Wi-Fi and tea and coffee making facilities. Guests can enjoy an array of activities such as lunch on the Ngorongoro Crater Floor, a game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara National Park, and horse riding around the 1500-acre coffee estate.
    Elewana The Manor at Ngorongoro
    Elewana The Manor at Ngorongoro
    Elewana The Manor at Ngorongoro
    Elewana The Manor at Ngorongoro
    Elewana The Manor at Ngorongoro
    Elewana The Manor at Ngorongoro
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Day 8

Day Notes:

Game drive transfer back to Kuro airstrip. It’s a scenic flight to Manyara airstrip, and a lovely drive through the highlands to reach the epitome of elegance that is The Manor. Quite possibly the most enviable address on the safari circuit, this handful of Cape Dutch-styled cottages sits within the lush gardens of a working coffee farm, near the edge of the Ngorongoro Crater. You’ll arrive in time for high tea, taken with views over the rippling forest, while your butler sorts the luggage. Activities include horse riding, a coffee tour, and a massage treatment. Then soak in your Victorian bathtub, cosy up by your suite’s open fire, enjoy a delicious dinner, maybe have a game of billiards and retire for the night. 

  • Check-out from Elewana Serengeti Pioneer Camp

  • Shared morning game drive en-route to airstrip

  • Transfer from Elewana Serengeti Pioneer Camp to Seronera Airstrip [SEU]

  • Charter Flight from Seronera Airstrip [SEU] to Lake Manyara Airstrip

  • Transfer from Lake Manyara Airstrip to Elewana The Manor at Ngorongoro

  • Check-in to Elewana The Manor at Ngorongoro

  • Shared afternoon safari activities

Day 9

Day Notes:

Spend a full day in Ngorongoro – our expert guides will introduce you to its vast cast of characters: lions, elephants and buffalo, cheetah and serval cats, hyena, jackal and black rhino. Plus The Manor has special permission to host beautiful bush lunches in a private part of the crater, away from the crowds. You can picnic in exclusive style without missing a wildlife-packed minute.

Sundowners and dinner back at The Manor will be abuzz, as you exchange stories with your fellow travellers about what you’ve seen on this once-in-a-lifetime day.

  • Shared full day Ngorongoro crater tour

Day 10
  • Check-out from Elewana The Manor at Ngorongoro

  • Transfer from Elewana The Manor at Ngorongoro to Arusha Airport [ARK]

  • Charter Flight from Arusha Airport [ARK] to Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge

  • Transfer from Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge to Kilimanjaro International Airport [JRO]

End of Itinerary

Destinations

Arusha
Tanzania
Day 1

Arusha

Resting at the foot of Mount Meru, the sprawling city of Arusha is known as the safari capital of northern Tanzania.
Randilen
Tanzania
Day 2-3

Randilen

Designated by the Maasai people, Randilen is a community wildlife management area of 327 km², which extends organically from Tarangire National Park's north-eastern boundary and adheres to strict ecological principles that benefit both wildlife and the community.
Central Serengeti
Tanzania
Day 5-6

Central Serengeti

Situated in the heart of Tanzania, the Central Serengeti encompasses the world-famous Seronera Valley which is known for its prime wildlife-viewing opportunities.
Karatu
Tanzania
Day 8-9

Karatu

Travellers heading for the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater will pass through the town of Karatu in the green hills of Tanzania’s northern highlands.

Accommodations

Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge
Arusha
Day 1-2

Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge

Located in the middle of a verdant coffee plantation, Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge is a sanctuary of aromatic tranquility and a welcome retreat after a long international flight, or the dust and excitement of a thrilling bush safari..
Elewana Tarangire Treetops
Randilen
Day 2-5

Elewana Tarangire Treetops

On the path of an annual elephant migration, Elewana Tarangire Treetops sits alone in a 312km2 community wildlife area bordering Tarangire National Park, amid a landscape of rolling and baobab-studded hills.
Elewana Serengeti Pioneer Camp
Central Serengeti
Day 5-8

Elewana Serengeti Pioneer Camp

Located in the Southern Serengeti (within the Moru Kopjes area), Elewana Serengeti Pioneer Camp is ideally situated to offer superlative access to the annual migration and the ‘Big 5’ with sweeping views overlooking Moru Kopjes, Lake Magadi and the endless plains..
Elewana The Manor at Ngorongoro
Karatu
Day 8-10

Elewana The Manor at Ngorongoro

Poised adjacent to the famous Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Elewana The Manor at Ngorongoro is a grand mansion that exudes old-world charm in north-west Tanzania.

17 January, 26 January, 29 January, 4 February, 8 February, 17 February, 23 February, 2 March, 8 March, 27 March, 4 June, 10 June, 18 June, 24 June, 6 November, 11 November, 24 November, 4 December, 9 December 2025

  • Per person sharing: US$ 13,495
  • Single/solo traveller*: US$ 15,610
  • Per child sharing, age 5-11 years: US$ 5,880

6 April, 14 April, 25 April, 9 May, 22 May & 27 May 2025

  • Per person sharing: US$ 12,130
  • Single/solo traveller*: US$ 13,785
  • Per child sharing, age 5-11 years: US$ 5,880

3 July, 13 July, 15 July, 22 July, 31 July, 4 August, 14 August, 21 August, 3 September, 8 September, 15 September, 22 September, 24 September, 28 September, 9 October, 14 October, 16 October, 28 October, 20 December, 28 December 2025

  • Per person sharing: US$ 14,565
  • Single/solo traveller*: US$ 17,465
  • Per child sharing, age 5-11 years: US$ 5,880

 

*Single supplement will not be charged for the first single room per booking

Tanzania – 7-day Taste of the North Safari

Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater & Tarangire combined Safari
Dickson our driver is a true gentleman and has been driving Safari trips for over 20 years. His knowledge about animals and the Reserves is hard gained and invaluable.
Other Safari drivers acknowledged him everywhere we went and it is obvious he is well respected. The descent into the crater is steep and takes driving skills. We again saw a lot of wildlife within the crater. The lodge at Tarangire is to die for. Wow the views worth the whole safari trip.

Would I book with Indigo Safaris again. 110%. Another country and another experience.

Rowland Davies
Would I book with Indigo Safaris again? 110%

17-Day Northern Tanzania Safari Expedition with Zanzibar Beach Break

Some days passed since we got back to Argentina. We just wanted to thank you for your support and assistance in our trip to Tanzania, which was an incredible experience for us as a family, one of the most beautiful trips we made by far! Send our regards to Christopher as well please. Hope we can plan a trip again soon!

Hernan Hoiak
The most beautiful trip we made by far

Tanzania – Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater Safari

Our safari in Tanzania was truly unforgettable. From the moment we arrived at Serengeti National Park, everything was fantastic — the camp was perfect, and the experience exceeded our expectations. The warm welcome, enthusiasm, attention, and constant smiles from everyone made our stay even more special.

At Tarangire, we once again enjoyed excellent service, a beautiful tent, and wonderful hospitality. Everything was perfectly organized. We were still delighted with our stay and overall experience.

From start to finish, the trip went smoothly and was perfectly managed. For a first safari in Tanzania, it was an incredible success. Thank you, Christopher, and the entire team for making this such a memorable adventure!

Caroline Hummel
An incredible success

Adam Beach & Safari, Tanzania

3 weeks in Tanzania including safari and time on the coast on Pemba and Zanzibar. Ines really worked well with us suggesting a great trip outline.

Adam
Switzerland

Family Safari to Tanzania: Arusha, Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Central Serengeti, Northern Serengeti, Zanzibar

We had a a great time! This was our first family safari, and it really hit the spot. The planning was thorough and detailed, and the choice of camps and hotel perfect. All the transfers worked seamlessly, and Christopher found us places to stay that we would not have found on our own. Thank you so much.

Jeremie Manza
We had a great time!

Honeymoon Safari in Tanzania

I cannot recommend this experience enough. Indigo Safaris went above and beyond to make sure our trip was special and they certainly achieved just that. We went to some of the most breath taking places and stayed in some incredible accommodation. Our driver Dickson was fabulous, we learned so much from him and thoroughly enjoyed spending a few days with him. This was all made possible because of indigo safaris professional and knowledgeable approach and we are so grateful to them. They were happy to work with our budget and tailor make an experience to our exact needs. The whole process was completely seamless and we would certainly book with them again!

Nicola Rusted
Rrofessional and knowledgeable approach

Northern Tanzania

Indigo Safaris exceeded our expectations. The accommodations were top-notch, and every detail was handled impeccably. I can't wait to book again.

Ahmed K.
Impeccable handling