13 Days Tanzania Safari – Peak Season Luxury Safari Package and Itinerary is a 13 Days private Tanzania safari that follows Arusha, Moshi, Tarangire, and Serengeti. It is planned for travelers who want a well-paced itinerary with strong game viewing, sensible driving days, and enough time in each area to enjoy the landscapes rather than only passing through them.
The route brings together two of the country’s most rewarding wildlife areas. The Serengeti gives you wide-open plains, predator country, and long game drives, while the Ngorongoro Crater adds concentrated wildlife viewing in a compact and dramatic setting. When Tarangire or Lake Manyara are included, the trip also gains elephant herds, baobab scenery, forest edges, and rich birdlife.
Throughout the safari, you travel with a private driver-guide in a dedicated vehicle and stay in accommodations that match the overall style of the package. The day-by-day flow is designed to keep travel practical, maintain comfort, and give you proper time in the locations that matter most on the itinerary.
Overall, it is a balanced safari for travelers who want a dependable private itinerary, clear logistics, and a route that shows different sides of Tanzania without making the trip feel overpacked.
13 Days Tanzania Safari – Peak Season Luxury Safari Package and Itinerary takes you through Tanzania's most celebrated national parks. Each day is a different landscape, a different wildlife encounter.
-
1
Day 1:
Arrive Kilimanjaro Airport, transfer to Arusha city, evening briefing with Kilimanjaro Guide Arrive Kilimanjaro Airport, Transfer to Arusha city. There will be a trek orientation with your Kilimanjaro guide today and an opportunity to get any rental items that you may need and also pack for the trek.
You can leave extra luggage that is not needed on the trek at the hotel. If you have time, we recommend arriving one day earlier and have a rest day before starting your trek.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Mid-Range Accommodations: Mount Meru hotel in Arusha
Mount Meru hotel in ArushaMid-Range · Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Mid-Range Accommodations: Mount Meru hotel in Arusha -
2
Day 2:
7-DAY GROUP MACHAME TREK / Drive to Kilimanjaro National Park Machame Gate, Hike to Machame Camp (BLD) Drive from hotel in Arusha city to the Mount Kilimanjaro National Park Gate takes about 2 hours. The journey passes through the village of Machame which is located on the lower slopes of the mountain.
We depart the park gate and walk through the rain forest on a winding trail up a ridge. At lower elevations the trail can be muddy and slippery.
Gaiters and trekking poles are a good idea here. We continue a short distance until we reach the Machame Camp.
Elevation: 1830m/6000ft to 3050m/9950ft Distance: 11km/7mi Hiking Time: 5-6 hours Habitat: Montane Forest
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Budget Accommodations: Machame Camp, sleeping in the mountain tent
-
3
Day 3:
Hike Machame Camp to Shira Camp (BLD)
After breakfast we leave the glades of the rain forest and continue on an ascending path, crossing the valley along a steep rocky ridge. The route now turns west onto a river gorge until we arrive at the Shira campsite.
— Elevation: 3050m/9950ft to 3850m/12,600ft — Distance: 5km/3mi — Walking Time: 4-5 hours — Habitat: Moorland
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Budget Accommodations: Shira Camp, sleeping in the mountain tent
-
4
Day 4:
Hike Shira Camp to Lava Tower to Barranco Camp (BLD) From the Shira Plateau we continue to the east up a ridge, passing the junction towards the peak of Kibo. As we continue, our direction changes to the South East towards the Lava Tower, called the “Shark’s Tooth” (elev 4650m/15,250ft).
Shortly after the tower we come to the second junction which goes to the Arrow Glacier. We now continue down to the Barranco Camp.
Although you end the day around the same elevation as when you began, this day is very important for acclimatization and will help your body prepare for summit day. Elevation: 3850m/12,600ft to 4000m/13,000ft Distance: 10km/6mi Walking Time: 5-6 hours Habitat: Semi-desert
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Budget Accommodations: Barranco Camp, sleeping in the mountain tent
-
5
Day 5:
Hike Barranco Camp to Karanga Camp (BLD)
After breakfast, we leave Barranco and continue on a steep ridge up the Barranco Wall to the Karanga Valley and the junction which connects with the Mweka Trail. Elevation: 4000m/13,000ft to 4050m/13,250ft Distance: 5km/3mi Hiking Time: 3-4 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Budget Accommodations: Karanga Camp, sleeping in the mountain tent
-
6
Day 6:
Hike Karanga Camp to Barafu Camp (BLD) We continue up to the Barafu Camp. You have completed the South Circuit, which offers views of the summit from many different angles.
Here we make camp, rest, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the summit day. Elevation: 4050m/13,250ft to 4700m/15,350ft Distance: 4km/2mi Hiking Time: 3-4 hours Habitat: Alpine Desert
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Budget Accommodations: Barafu Camp, sleeping in the mountain tent
-
7
Day 7:
Hike Barafu Camp to Summit, down to Mweka Camp (BLD) Very early in the morning (midnight to 2 am), we continue our way to the summit between the Rebmann and Ratzel glaciers. You head in a northwesterly direction and ascend through heavy scree towards Stella Point on the crater rim.
This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. At Stella Point you will stop for a short rest and will be rewarded with the most magnificent sunrise you are ever likely to see.
Faster hikers may view the sunrise from the summit. From Stella Point, you may encounter snow all the way on your 1-hour ascent to the summit.
Once at Uhuru Peak you have reached the highest point on Mount Kilimanjaro and the continent of Africa! From the summit we begin our descent by continuing straight down to the Mweka Camp, stopping at Barafu for lunch.
You may want gaiters and trekking poles for the loose gravel going down. We arrive at Mweka Camp and enjoy our last evening on the mountain.
Elevation: 4700m/15,350ft to 5895m/19,340ft Down to 3090m/10,150ft Distance: 5km/3mi up / 13km/8mi down Hiking Time: 5-7 hours up / 5-6 hours down Habitat: Stone scree and ice-capped summit
Meals included: Brea
-
8
Day 8:
Hike Mweka Camp to Mweka Gate, drive to Arusha city (BL)
After breakfast we continue the descent down to the Mweka Park Gate to receive your summit certificates. At lower elevations, it can be wet and muddy.
Gaiters and trekking poles will help. Shorts and t-shirts will probably be plenty to wear (keep rain gear and warmer clothing handy).
From the gate, continue another hour to Mweka Village. A vehicle will meet you at Mweka village to drive you back to your hotel in Moshi (about 30 minutes).
Don’t forget to tip your guides and porters. Elevation: 3090m/10,150ft to 1680m/5500ft Distance: 10km/6mi Hiking Time: 3-4 hours Habitat: Forest
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Mid-Range Accommodations: Mount Meru hotel in Arusha city
Mount Meru hotel in Arusha cityMid-Range · Breakfast, Lunch Mid-Range Accommodations: Mount Meru hotel in Arusha city -
9
Day 9:
5-DAY SAFARI / Drive to Lake Manyara or Tarangire for afternoon game drive (BLD) Depart for Lake Manyara National Park with picnic lunch and game drive till late afternoon. Lake Manyara is tucked beneath the Rift Valley wall.
A thin green band of forest flanked by the 600 metres sheer high red and brown cliffs of the escarpment and the shores of the soda lake which gives name to the park. Famous for its tree-climbing lions, Manyara features nearly 400 different species of bird, red-billed quelea, pelicans, cormorants and thousands of flamingos.
OR (option) Depart for Tarangire National Park with picnic lunch and game drive till late afternoon. Tarangire is famous for its huge herds of elephant and baobab trees.
Throughout the dry season, thirsty antelope and elephant trek hundreds of kilometres to drink at the Tarangire River.
Meals included: Lunch, Dinner
Luxury Accommodations: Tarangire River Camp
Tarangire River CampLuxury · Lunch, Dinner Luxury Accommodations: Tarangire River Camp -
10
Day 10:
Drive to Serengeti, afternoon game drive (BLD) Drive 3-4 hours to the Serengeti for afternoon game drive. Arguably Africa’s greatest national park, the Serengeti (meaning “endless plains”) is a massive park and home to a yearly migration of more than a million wildebeest, 200,000 zebra and 300,000 Thomson’s gazelle undertaking their long trek to new grazing grounds.
In return, a wealth of predators including lions, leopards, cheetah and hyena also inhabit the region.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Luxury Accommodations: Kubu Kubu Tented Camp
Kubu Kubu Tented CampLuxury · Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Luxury Accommodations: Kubu Kubu Tented Camp -
11
Day 11:
Serengeti National Park Game Drive (BLD) Full day game drive in Serengeti, lunch at Visitor’s Center.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Luxury Accommodations: Kubu Kubu Tented Camp
Kubu Kubu Tented CampLuxury · Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Luxury Accommodations: Kubu Kubu Tented Camp -
12
Day 12:
Serengeti National Park Game Drive, Olduvai Gorge, Maasai Village (BLD) Drive Serengeti to Ngorongoro with game drive en route. Optional visits to the Olduvai Gorge and Maasai village.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Luxury Accommodations: Gibbs Farm
Gibbs FarmLuxury · Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Luxury Accommodations: Gibbs Farm -
13
Day 13:
Ngorongoro Game Drive, return to Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport (BL)
After breakfast descend down the crater for a 6 hours tour. Ngorongoro Crater is a spectacular setting and contains an abundance of wildlife with over 20,000 large animals including Tanzania’s remaining black rhino.
The Ngorongoro Conservation Area is unique in that it allows over 40,000 Masaai pastoralists with their cattle goats and sheep to live alongside the abundant wildlife in a natural setting. Late afternoon return to Arusha or airport for onward journey.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch Pricing 13 DAYS LUXURY SAFARI ACCOMODATION, TOURS AND ALL MEALS WHEN ON SAFARI Tour Package No of pax Room configurations Amount Per Person 13 Days Kilmanjaro & Safari 2 Double/Twin 7995 USD 13 Days Kilmanjaro & Safari 3 Triple 7595 USD 13 Days Kilmanjaro & Safari 4 2 Doubles/Twin 7195 USD *** Contact us for other itinerary and lodging options! *** INCLUSIVE INCLUDES: All accommodations per itinerary All meals per itinerary All transportation and transfers per itinerary Professional English-speaking naturalist driver/guide Transportation in a custom safari 4×4 with a viewing roof and guaranteed window seating Safari
All prices are per person for a private departure. Final quotes vary by travel dates, accommodation level, and the total number of travelers in your booking.
- Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Luxury Accommodations: Kubu Kubu Tented Camp
- All accommodations per itinerary
- All meals per itinerary
- All transportation and transfers per itinerary
- Professional English-speaking naturalist driver/guide
- Transportation in a custom safari 4×4 with a viewing roof and guaranteed window seating
- Safari vehicles have an inverter for charging batteries, a communications radio, electric cooler
- National Park gate fees
- International and domestic flights
- Meals not listed
- Beverages and alcohol
- Tips for guides, drivers, hotel staff
- Optional tours
- Personal expenses (visas, airport taxes, etc.)
- Optional tours (Olduvai Gorge and Maasai Village visit)
- Discount for kids under 12 years old
This safari passes through some of the strongest optional activity zones in northern Tanzania. The add-ons below work well when you want to deepen the experience without changing the main route of the trip.
Hot Air Balloon Safari
Add a dawn balloon flight over the Serengeti for a wider view of the plains before a bush breakfast and onward game drive.
Olduvai Gorge Visit
Include a stop at Olduvai Gorge to add archaeological context to the safari route between Serengeti and Ngorongoro.
Walking Safari
Add a guided walking experience in an approved area to slow the pace and focus on tracks, plants, and smaller details of the bush.
Night Game Drive
Where location and park rules allow, extend one day with a night drive to look for nocturnal species and a different side of the landscape.
Coffee Experience
Where the route passes through Kilimanjaro foothill communities, you can add a coffee-focused local experience before or after the main outing.
-
How long is this trip?
This itinerary runs for 13 Days based on the imported package content and day-by-day plan.
-
What places does this trip include?
This trip covers Arusha, Moshi, Tarangire, Serengeti, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, Kilimanjaro Mountain, Mount Meru, matching the places referenced in the imported overview and itinerary.
-
Where does this trip start and end?
The trip is currently mapped as starting and ending via Moshi / Moshi based on the package itinerary and transfer notes.
-
What is the starting price for this package?
The source content lists this package from From $14378 per person. Exact totals can still vary by season, accommodation level, and final travel dates.
-
What is included in this package?
The package content includes the listed accommodations, meals, transport, and touring elements shown in the inclusions section. Contact the team for any date-specific adjustments or optional extras.
Photo gallery will be added soon.
