A coherent first safari that balances iconic landscapes with manageable overland pacing.
A range, not a quote — the camps and the month move it. Price this structure by month and style, or read the Tanzania guide.
Discover the Wonders of Tanzania or Classic Tanzania Explorer
Request quote for this sampleWhere you go, in order.
- 01Tarangire
- 02Ngorongoro Crater
- 03Central Serengeti
When this structure works.
| Period | Conditions | Who it suits |
|---|---|---|
| January–March | Warm and dry in southern Serengeti; green grass after short rains | Travelers seeking predator drama and baby animal viewing |
| June–October | Peak dry season; clear skies, cool mornings, low bush vegetation | Classic first-time safari travelers and migration seekers |
| November–December | Short rains; brief afternoon showers, fresh green shoots | Photographers and travelers looking for shoulder season value |
| April–May | Long rains; heavy afternoon tropical rainstorms, lush green vistas | Seasoned travelers and value seekers wanting private wildlife viewing |
Check the month first: every country, every month, rated.
Three ways to do it, priced per couple.
Classic Road & Fly
$700–$1,100 / night$9,000–$15,000 per couple (8 nights)
Includes: Custom 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof, quality lodges & tented camps, park fees
Excellent combination of overland scenic driving through the Northern Circuit and comfortable safari lodges.
Luxury Fly-In Migration
$1,200–$2,000 / night$16,000–$28,000 per couple (8 nights)
Includes: Domestic bush flights, luxury semi-permanent migration camps, private concession access
Saves hours of driving by flying directly between parks, following the Migration herds in elegant luxury tented camps.
Ultra-Luxury Premier
$2,200–$4,000+ / night$30,000–$55,000+ per couple (8 nights)
Includes: Exclusive private concessions (Grumeti), iconic Singita or &Beyond lodges, private 4x4 vehicle
Private air charters, Grumeti Concession night drives and off-roading, spa treatments, and kitchens that could hold their own in Cape Town.
Best done as the great migration.
The other structures.
Serengeti in depth
Two complementary Serengeti regions (e.g. Ndutu & North) + NgorongoroFollows seasonal herd movements while minimizing long road transfers.
12–15 nightsBush and beach
Serengeti & Ngorongoro safari + Zanzibar coastBalances intensive game drives with a relaxing Indian Ocean beach recovery.
Ask for northern circuit foundation, for your month.
We reply with two or three costed versions — which camps, which month, the full price — and tell you if a different structure would serve you better.