What makes the 10-Day Best of Tanzania Safari unique?

This safari combines 4 nights in Serengeti National Park for the Great Migration, a day in Ngorongoro Crater, and relaxation on Zanzibar’s beaches, offering a perfect blend of wildlife and beach experiences.

What is included in the 10-Day Tanzania Safari package?

The package includes luxury lodge and tented camp accommodations, all meals, park fees, guided game drives, domestic flights to Zanzibar, and airport transfers.

When is the best time for the Serengeti Migration Safari?

The best time is June to October for the Great Migration in Serengeti, with dry weather and excellent wildlife viewing. February is ideal for the calving season.

What is the group size for this Tanzania safari?

Group sizes range from 4 to 12 people, ensuring a personalized experience with expert guides from Travel Luxuries Adventure.

10-Day Best of Tanzania Group Safari 2026

10-Day Best of Tanzania Safari with 4 Nights in Serengeti

Price Starting from$4,800 / per person

10D/9N
pax: 4-12
Category: Wildlife & Beach
Arusha, Tanzania

Serengeti wildlife on a 10-day Tanzania safari

Quick Facts

Duration10 Days / 9 Nights

ParksSerengeti · Ngorongoro · Tarangire · Lake Manyara

TypeGroup Joining

Start Price$2,800 / person

Group SizeUp to 6

Best SeasonJun–Oct · Jan–Feb

Overview: 10-Day Best of Tanzania Group Safari

Ten days across four northern parks — Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire, Lake Manyara — in a small group vehicle from $2,800 per person.

This itinerary suits travelers who want to see Tanzania properly rather than tick boxes quickly. Four Serengeti days means you can explore genuinely different zones on each day. Full park days in Tarangire, Lake Manyara, and Ngorongoro Crater complete the picture.

Group joining: up to six travelers per vehicle, fixed departure dates, same experienced guides.

10-Day Group Safari — Maximum Coverage

Four full Serengeti game drive days — most of any group joining option

Complete northern circuit: Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire, Lake Manyara

Small group — up to 6 travelers

All accommodation and meals included

Fixed departure dates throughout the year

Experienced guide-driver throughout

This Safari Is Well Suited For

Solo travelers and pairs looking for shared-cost savings
Social travelers happy to meet and share game drives with others
Budget-conscious visitors who still want experienced professional guides
Those on fixed dates who can match a scheduled departure

This Safari May Not Suit

Travelers who want a private vehicle and guide exclusively for their group
Those with specific timing requirements not matching group departure dates
Families with young children who need complete flexibility on schedules
Anyone who strongly prefers not sharing their safari experience

10-Day Group Safari Itinerary

Fixed departure dates. Camps vary by season.

Day1

Arusha/Moshi → Lake Manyara

~2 hours Afternoon game drive

Lake Manyara for afternoon game drive. Groundwater forest, tree-climbing lions, flamingos.

Day2

Lake Manyara → Serengeti

Morning game drive Full day transfer

Morning Manyara game drive. Full day drive to Serengeti via Ngorongoro Highlands.

Day3

Full Day — Serengeti Central

Full day

Central Serengeti — lion prides, cheetah, open savanna.

Day4

Full Day — Serengeti North or East

Full day

Different Serengeti zone — riverine forest, kopjes, different wildlife mix.

Day5

Full Day — Serengeti

Full day

Third full Serengeti day. Any remaining areas or return to best sightings.

Day6

Full Day — Serengeti (North/Migration zone)

Full day

Northern Serengeti — Migration herds and crossing activity in season.

Day7

Serengeti → Ngorongoro Crater Rim

Morning game drive Transfer

Morning game drive. Drive to Ngorongoro crater rim lodge.

Day8

Ngorongoro Crater → Tarangire

Crater descent Drive to Tarangire

Full crater floor game drive. Drive to Tarangire for afternoon. Overnight in Tarangire.

Day9

Full Day — Tarangire

Full day

Full Tarangire game drive — elephant herds at their most impressive in dry season.

Day10

Tarangire → Return

Morning game drive Return to Arusha/Moshi

Morning game drive. Return to Arusha or Moshi by early afternoon.

Price & What Is Included

Included

Return airport transfers (Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport)
All Tanzania National Parks entry and conservation fees
4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof and experienced guide-driver
All accommodation as specified in the itinerary
All meals (breakfast, packed lunch, dinner) throughout the safari
Bottled water throughout each game drive day
All gate and park fees

Not Included

International flights to/from Tanzania
Tanzania visa fees (~$50 USD on arrival)
Personal travel insurance (required)
Gratuities for guide-driver and lodge/camp staff
Alcoholic beverages
Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
Personal medication and health supplies

What to Know Before You Go

Best Time to Visit

Tanzania's dry seasons — late June to October and January to February — provide the best overall conditions. Vegetation is thinner, animals concentrate around water, and the Great Wildebeest Migration river crossings peak July to September. The wet seasons bring lower prices and fewer visitors but more challenging roads.

Health Requirements

Yellow fever vaccination is required if arriving from an endemic country and recommended regardless. Malaria prophylaxis is advisable for all mainland Tanzania. Consult a travel health clinic at least four to six weeks before departure.

What to Bring

Neutral-coloured clothing (khaki, olive, tan) is standard on safari. Bright colours attract insects. Bring a wide-brimmed hat, high-SPF sunscreen, insect repellent with DEET, and binoculars (8x magnification minimum). A headlamp is useful for early morning departures.

Frequently Asked Questions

On a 10-day safari through Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, you can expect excellent Big Five sightings. The Serengeti has the highest lion density in Africa and strong leopard populations in riverine areas. Ngorongoro Crater has one of the highest wildlife concentrations per square kilometre anywhere on earth. Tarangire is exceptional for elephants. Wildebeest migration crossings peak July-September.

From $2,800 per person: return airport transfers, all park and conservation fees, 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof, experienced guide-driver, all accommodation as specified, all meals during the safari, and bottled water. Not included: international flights, Tanzania visa fees (~$50), travel insurance, gratuities, and personal expenses.

Late June to October is the main dry season — best overall for Big Five sightings and the Great Migration river crossings (July-September). January-February is excellent for predator activity. April-May (main rains) and November-December (short rains) are lower-season with lower prices.

We use purpose-built 4x4 Toyota Land Cruisers with pop-up roofs. Private safaris have the vehicle exclusively for your group. Group joining shares with up to 5 other travelers.

Michael Mwampegete

Founder & CEO — Travel Luxuries Adventure

Michael has guided and managed Tanzania tours since 2012. The information on this page reflects direct operational experience across thousands of trips.

Package Pricing

All prices per person. Every quote is built individually — these are starting points based on standard-tier accommodation. Contact us for a precise quote.

Group Size	Price Per Person	Notes
Solo Traveler	$3,200 / person	Single supplement applies to vehicle cost
2 Travelers	$2,900 / person	Most popular group size
4–6 Travelers	$2,800 / person	Best per-person value

Group joining — maximum 6 per vehicle. Private upgrade available.

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What Travelers Say

“Ten days felt exactly right — enough time to see Serengeti properly and still have two full days for Ngorongoro. The guide knew every pride territory in Seronera.”

Thomas & Mia K.

Germany · January 2025

“Solo traveler joining a group — my second safari and far better value than I expected. Three other travelers in the vehicle and a guide who clearly loved his work.”

Rachel O.

Australia · September 2024

“The four-park circuit was exactly what we wanted. Manyara on arrival was a gentle start; Serengeti over two days was the highlight. No issues at all.”

Sanjay & Priya M.

India · July 2024

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10-Day Best of Tanzania Safari: 4 Nights in Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Zanzibar