19-Day Tanzania Full Circle
19-Day Tanzania Full Circle
19-Day Tanzania Full Circle
19 Days in South Africa
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This all encompassing trip showcases the best of Tanzania's wildlife in one epic journey. You'll begin your journey in Tarangire and finish in the Mahale mountains, stopping at a number of luxurious camps along the way. This adventure will take you to some of Tanzania's top safari destinations, including The Ngorongoro Crater, the Serengeti, the Selous, Ruaha and the Katavi National Park. With so much on offer, this is not one to miss!
Tour Summary
Ethiopia Congo (DRC) Madagascar Seychelles Mauritius Reunion Swaziland Botswana Kenya Malawi Mozambique Namibia Rwanda South Africa Lesotho Tanzania Uganda Zambia Zimbabwe
You'll go to Tanzania
You'll visit Dar Es Salaam, Tarangire NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti NP, Selous GR, Ruaha NP, Katavi NP, Mahale Mountains NP & Dar es Salaam
This tour starts in Dar Es Salaam & ends in Dar es Salaam - Getting there
Tour Features
Luxury tour
This luxury tour uses lodges and tented camps.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you. However, wildlife viewing activities are run by the lodges/camps and will be shared with others.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
12
Minimum age of 12 years
The minimum age for this tour is 12 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives, evening/night game drives, walking safaris (with an armed guide), nature hikes/walks & boat trip
Getting around: open-sided 4x4 vehicle & air transfer
This operator can help select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself help
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Day Accommodation Meals
1-2 Kuro Tarangire
Luxury tented camp inside Tarangire NP
All Meals Included
3-4 Entamanu Ngorongoro
Luxury tented camp on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater
All Meals Included
5-7 Lamai Serengeti
Luxury+ lodge inside Northern Serengeti
All Meals Included
8-9 Sand Rivers Selous
Luxury lodge inside Selous GR
All Meals Included
10-12 Kigelia Ruaha
Luxury tented bush camp (with rustic facilities) inside Ruaha NP
All Meals Included
13-15 Chada Katavi
Luxury tented bush camp (with rustic facilities) inside Katavi NP
All Meals Included
16-18 Greystoke Mahale
Luxury lodge (with rustic facilities) inside Mahale Mountains NP
All Meals Included
19 End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Next:Day by Day

Arrival

(See Getting there for more details)
  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Safari in the Tarangire National Park

Day 1-2 Safari in the Tarangire National Park

You will be met at Kilimanjaro Airport and transferred to the camp which is located in the middle of the Tarangire National Park, a stone's throw from the Tarangire River. A reasonably high end camp with a mix of permanent communal areas and tented sleeping suites, providing the ideal amount of luxury without detracting from the spectacular surroundings. Well known for its enthusiastic and knowledgeable guiding team, who bring you face to face with massive herds of elephant, buffalo and the infamous tree climbing lions. At Kuro Tarangire Camp there is a good combination of land based activity. Here time is evenly divided between game drive and walking safari, offering the best of both worlds. You will have the high intensity experience on a walking safari with the amount seen on a driven safari, both are worthwhile experiences. Night drive provides a different encounter with the wilds, showcasing species not visible during the day and the cats at their most active.
Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
Best Time to Visit
June to October (Animals come to the river)
High Season
June to October (The park is full of tourists)
Best Weather
June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire National Park

Elephant Elephant Abundant
Giraffe Giraffe Common
Lion Lion Common
Buffalo Buffalo Common
Zebra Zebra Abundant
Wildebeest Wildebeest Abundant
Hippo Hippo Common
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Accommodation: Kuro Tarangire
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Tarangire NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
Enjoy the precipice edge of the Ngorongoro Crater with Serengeti Views

Day 3-4 Enjoy the precipice edge of the Ngorongoro Crater with Serengeti Views

You will be transferred to Entamanu which teeters on the north-west rim of one of the world's most iconic natural phenomena, Tanzania's Ngorongoro Crater. Uniquely perched to exploit the beauty of both the southern Serengeti plains and the plummeting crater below, this lodge has dramatic views, literally, all around. Breathtaking landscapes aside, this is one of the premier wildlife destinations in the world, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site to boot. The area is home to the regal Maasai people, known for their rich history and hunting culture. Everywhere you look there's something utterly remarkable. Plunge into the crater for morning adventure, accompanied by your guide. Take a picnic and enjoy a peaceful lunch beneath the shade of a fever tree. Head back for a relaxed in-camp afternoon where sight-seeing needn't require much effort. Prepare for an afternoon walk in the highlands with your guide, and perhaps a visit to a local Maasai community.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Best Time to Visit
June to September (General wildlife viewing is best)
High Season
Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)
Best Weather
June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

Black Rhino Black Rhino Common
Lion Lion Common
Cheetah Cheetah Common
Zebra Zebra Abundant
Wildebeest Wildebeest Abundant
Hyena Hyena Abundant
Elephant Elephant Common
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Accommodation: Entamanu Ngorongoro
  • Luxury tented camp located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
Witness the Great Migration in the Serengeti

Day 5-7 Witness the Great Migration in the Serengeti

This camp is actually divided into two smaller camp’s, with a private lodging camp with it own facilities. Both are beautifully poised amongst the rocks of the Kogakuria Kopjies (little hills) in the Northern Serengeti. Enjoy spectacular views of the undulating grasslands, teeming with wildlife, especially when the migration moves through the area. The quality guides will lead you on a journey of exploration, with breathtaking wildlife and the drama of the Great Migration. Game drive is the preferred method of exploration in the Serengeti National Park, providing the means to cover a larger area during a wilderness expedition. Bush walks are offered depending on the length of grass, with the intention of interpreting and encountering the small animals of the bush including reptiles, birds and insects. Dining in the bush with the sounds of the wilds all around is a unique experience not to be missed. The swimming pool is the ideal place to unwind during the heat of the day.
Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
Best Time to Visit
June to February (Areas are best at different times)
High Season
July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)
Best Weather
June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti National Park

Elephant Elephant Common
Giraffe Giraffe Common
Lion Lion Common
Cheetah Cheetah Common
Zebra Zebra Abundant
Wildebeest Wildebeest Abundant
Buffalo Buffalo Common
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Accommodation: Lamai Serengeti
  • Luxury+ lodge located inside Northern Serengeti
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
Safari in the Selous Game Reserve

Day 8-9 Safari in the Selous Game Reserve

This lodge is located in the Selous Game Reserve of Southern Tanzania. Set on the banks of the Rufiji River amongst the trees, behold breathtaking views across the water and wildlife in abundance. The outstanding service, luxury lodging and enthusiasm of guiding make for a complete experience. Your days are spent exploring the surrounding wilderness home to an impressive array of animals by driven, walking or boating safari. Known for its high quality of guiding, don't miss out on any of the many activities offered at Sand Rivers Selous Lodge. Game drive is the core activity. Walking Safari is an intimate and intense means of discovery, encountering wildlife of all shapes and sizes. Boating provides the opportunity to explore the winding Rufiji River and Stiegler’s Gorge. There is also the option of a little fishing and the relaxing hot springs of Tagalala. Should you just want to soak in the atmosphere the camps swimming pool provides the ideal setting for a cold beverage and a book.
Main Destination: Selous Game Reserve
Best Time to Visit
June to October
High Season
June to October (The main tourist area gets crowded)
Best Weather
June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Selous Game Reserve

Giraffe Giraffe Common
Lion Lion Common
Buffalo Buffalo Common
Zebra Zebra Common
Wildebeest Wildebeest Common
Hippo Hippo Abundant
Elephant Elephant Occasional
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Accommodation: Sand Rivers Selous
  • Luxury lodge located inside Selous GR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
Take a walk on the wildside in Ruaha

Day 10-12 Take a walk on the wildside in Ruaha

Unlike most temporary camps, Kigelia has a modicum of luxury that is in keeping with its external environment. It has a remote setting under kigelia (sausage) trees and overlooking the Ifuguru Sand River. Enjoy the daily game drives with a worthwhile walking safari thrown into the mix for good measure. Wonderfully positioned for predator sightings, herds of elephants, buffalo, giraffe and much more. There is never a dull moment at this camp. Game drive is a great way to explore the incredible landscapes of the Ruaha National Park, providing the opportunity to follow lions or wild dogs on the hunt. Don’t waste anytime back at camp extending morning game drive into a full day of safari with a picnic. Walking safari takes a slower pace, stopping to appreciate the finer details missed by a noisy vehicle, relying on just your senses and an expertly trained guide, a thrill is sure to be had. Bush breakfasts and dinners out under the stars create a novelty that just can't be beat.
Main Destination: Ruaha National Park
Best Time to Visit
June to October
High Season
June to October (Ruaha rarely experiences crowds)
Best Weather
June to October (Rains are very rare)

Wildlife in Ruaha National Park

Elephant Elephant Common
Giraffe Giraffe Common
Lion Lion Common
Buffalo Buffalo Common
Zebra Zebra Common
Hippo Hippo Common
Leopard Leopard Occasional
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Accommodation: Kigelia Ruaha
  • Luxury tented bush camp (with rustic facilities) located inside Ruaha NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
Explore Lake Katavi

Day 13-15 Explore Lake Katavi

Established 20 years ago on the very same site it sits today, Chada is a camp of pioneering spirit, simple luxuries and genuinely astonishing safari. Hidden in the shade of fragrant tamarind trees, the six tents are some of only a handful in the million acres of National Park, making it one of the most rewarding places to visit in East Africa. It is said that Katavi receives fewer visitors in a year than the Serengeti does in a day, but with a hauntingly beautiful landscape and seemingly endless herds of game, we strongly suggest that you are one of the few... Days at Chada are about freedom and adventure; game drives typically depart twice a day, but are very flexible and off road driving is also allowed which is a rare occurrence nowadays and very exciting! We also recommend squeezing in a walking safari for some wildlife encounters of the up close and personal kind, and an all day drive to get further afield, complete with exotic picnic to be enjoyed under the shade of the trees.
Main Destination: Katavi National Park
Best Time to Visit
August to October
High Season
July to October (Katavi is rarely crowded)
Best Weather
June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Katavi National Park

Elephant Elephant Common
Giraffe Giraffe Common
Lion Lion Common
Buffalo Buffalo Abundant
Zebra Zebra Common
Hippo Hippo Abundant
Leopard Leopard Occasional
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Accommodation: Chada Katavi
  • Luxury tented bush camp (with rustic facilities) located inside Katavi NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
Stay in the Mahale Mountains

Day 16-18 Stay in the Mahale Mountains

Located in the idyllic lost world that is the Mahale Mountains National Park, Greystoke Mahale is a byword for adventure. In the 1980s, explorer Roland Purcell built the first Mahale Mountains camp on the edge of the forest, captivated by his sensational surroundings and the magnificent chimpanzee population that roamed wild. Today, the camp has changed somewhat and beautiful wooden bandas have replaced the tents of old, but the magic and allure remain. This is a place where wildlife dreams come true and a hideaway that, selfishly, you hope no-one else ever discovers… Greystoke’s raison d’etre is chimps. There is a group of around 60 chimps that most guests set out to view. Hikes can take from 2 to 7 hours and the pathways are bumpy and sometimes steep so a general level of fitness is required. But when you catch sight of the chimps foraging in the leafy undergrowth, everything else is forgotten. This is exceptional wildlife viewing at its very, very best.
Main Destination: Mahale Mountains National Park (Chimps)
Best Time to Visit
July to October (Chimp trekking is easy)
High Season
July to October (Mahale is never crowded)
Best Weather
June to October (Almost no rainfall)

Wildlife in Mahale Mountains National Park (Chimps)

Common
Hippo Hippo Occasional
Elephant Elephant Rare
Giraffe Giraffe Rare
Leopard Leopard Rare
Zebra Zebra Rare
Lion Lion Very Rare
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Accommodation: Greystoke Mahale
  • Luxury lodge (with rustic facilities) located inside Mahale Mountains NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
Finish in Dar es Salaam

Day 19 Finish in Dar es Salaam

You will be transferred to the Dar es Salaam International Airport for your onward journey.
Main Destination: Dar Es Salaam
Accommodation: No accommodation
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

End of tour

(See Getting there for more details)
  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Next: Rates

Important to Know

  • Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
  • This tour must be paid in US dollars (USD). The ZAR rates shown are converted for information purposes only. Disclaimer
  • This tour accepts children who are 12 years and older.

Rates Per Person

Start dates
Solo 1 room
2+ people Sharing rooms
Mar 16, 2020 - May 12, 2020
$23106
$20584
May 13, 2020 - May 25, 2020
$23106
$21006
May 26, 2020 - Jun 25, 2020
$23106
$21090
Jun 26, 2020 - Oct 16, 2020
$27227
$23199
Oct 17, 2020 - Oct 31, 2020
$27227
$21090
Nov 1, 2020 - Dec 5, 2020
$20768
$17716
Dec 6, 2020 - Dec 31, 2020
$23774
$22187
N/A* = Not Available. This is Unavailable For Single Travelers.
Mar 16, 2020 - May 12, 2020
May 13, 2020 - May 25, 2020
May 26, 2020 - Jun 25, 2020
Jun 26, 2020 - Oct 16, 2020
Oct 17, 2020 - Oct 31, 2020
Nov 1, 2020 - Dec 5, 2020
Dec 6, 2020 - Dec 31, 2020
N/A* = Not Available. This is Unavailable For Single Travelers.
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Included
  • Park fees(For non-residents)
  • All activities(Unless labeled as optional)
  • All accommodation(Unless listed as upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation(Unless labeled as optional)
  • All flights during the tour
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Drinks(As specified in the day-by-day section)
Excluded
  • International flights(From/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips(Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
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Included
  • Park fees(For non-residents)
  • All activities(Unless labeled as optional)
  • All accommodation(Unless listed as upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation(Unless labeled as optional)
  • All flights during the tour
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Drinks(As specified in the day-by-day section)
Excluded
  • International flights(From/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips(Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Dar Es Salaam
This operator can help select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself help
Fly to/from Julius Nyerere Airport (DAR - Check price) in Dar es Salaam
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
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