Private Tour Highlights
- Meet local artisans at Shanga Craftsman Workshop and discover handcrafted creations from a community-focused social enterprise.
- Explore Tarangire National Park’s baobab-dotted landscapes and wildlife-rich savannahs on guided game drives.
- Experience open-vehicle safaris, guided walking safaris, and night drives at Oliver’s Camp.
- Discover the vast plains of Serengeti National Park and witness the Great Migration.
- Stay at Olakira Migration Camp, a mobile safari camp that follows migrating herds' seasonal movements.
- Explore Mara Naboisho Conservancy, known for its abundant wildlife and uncrowded safari experiences.
- Discover the African wilderness after dark on an included night drive in Mara Naboisho.
- Stay in luxury tented camps offering full-board dining, guided wildlife experiences, and intimate settings surrounded by nature.
Tour Overview
Discover East Africa on a private luxury safari through Tanzania and Kenya, combining the elephant-rich landscapes of Tarangire National Park, the legendary plains of the Serengeti, and the wildlife conservancy of Mara Naboisho. Start with intimate tented camps, scheduled light-aircraft flights, and immersive wildlife experiences for a clear, compelling introduction to the region’s diversity.
Book local artisan experiences at the Shanga workshop near Arusha, explore Tarangire on game drives and guided walks, and follow wildlife’s seasonal movements in the Serengeti. The journey concludes in Kenya’s Mara Naboisho Conservancy, where guided game drives and night safaris offer a secluded perspective on the greater Maasai Mara ecosystem.
Images courtesy of New African Territories and Asilia Africa.
Inclusions
Exclusions
International airfare (unless specifically included), airport departure taxes that must be paid on-site, gratuities, meals not mentioned, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages with meals, early / late check-out, room service, visa fees/services, and other personal items or services not mentioned.
Trip Type:
All our trips are operated on a private basis unless specified otherwise. This is only a sample itinerary; your Yampu Tour Consultant will personalize this trip for you according to your available dates, interests and type of hotels. This is your trip and we will work on making it perfect!
Tour Itinerary
International Flight to Kilimanjaro
Depart on an overnight international flight to Kilimanjaro International Airport in Tanzania.
Depart on an overnight international flight to Kilimanjaro International Airport in Tanzania.
Arrival in Arusha
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Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, meet the local representative and enjoy a private transfer to Arusha Coffee Lodge. After settling into the tranquil surroundings of the coffee plantation, continue with a guided visit to the Shanga workshop to discover local craftsmanship.
During this one-hour experience, meet artisans and learn how they transform recycled and locally sourced materials into handmade creations. The visit highlights the enterprise’s commitment to inclusive employment and community development.
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Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Enjoy a private transfer to Arusha Airport for a scheduled shared light-aircraft flight to Kuro Airstrip. The flight may include stops to collect or drop off other passengers.
Upon arrival, a private transfer takes you to Oliver’s Camp in Tarangire National Park. After settling into camp and enjoying lunch, begin with an afternoon game drive through the surrounding wilderness.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Overnight in Tarangire National Park.
Enjoy a private transfer to Arusha Airport for a scheduled shared light-aircraft flight to Kuro Airstrip. The flight may include stops to collect or drop off other passengers.
Upon arrival, a private transfer takes you to Oliver’s Camp in Tarangire National Park. After settling into camp and enjoying lunch, begin with an afternoon game drive through the surrounding wilderness.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Overnight in Tarangire National Park.
Tarangire Safari
Spend the day exploring Tarangire National Park and its distinctive landscapes. Scheduled open-vehicle game drives offer opportunities to observe elephants, other wildlife, and the park’s remarkable baobab trees.
A guided walking safari offers a closer look at the surrounding environment, while a night drive provides a different view of the wilderness after dark. Return to camp to relax between activities.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Overnight in Tarangire National Park.
Spend the day exploring Tarangire National Park and its distinctive landscapes. Scheduled open-vehicle game drives offer opportunities to observe elephants, other wildlife, and the park’s remarkable baobab trees.
A guided walking safari offers a closer look at the surrounding environment, while a night drive provides a different view of the wilderness after dark. Return to camp to relax between activities.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Overnight in Tarangire National Park.
Tarangire to the Serengeti
Transfer privately to Kuro Airstrip for the scheduled shared light-aircraft flight to Kogatende Airstrip in the northern Serengeti. Stops may be made en route to accommodate fellow passengers.
Upon arrival, enjoy a private transfer to Olakira Migration Camp. After settling in, the camp’s seasonal location places guests in the northern Serengeti during the migration period, with scheduled game drives to explore the surrounding landscape.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Overnight in the Serengeti.
Transfer privately to Kuro Airstrip for the scheduled shared light-aircraft flight to Kogatende Airstrip in the northern Serengeti. Stops may be made en route to accommodate fellow passengers.
Upon arrival, enjoy a private transfer to Olakira Migration Camp. After settling in, the camp’s seasonal location places guests in the northern Serengeti during the migration period, with scheduled game drives to explore the surrounding landscape.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Overnight in the Serengeti.
Serengeti Safari
Spend the day exploring the northern Serengeti on scheduled game drives. The region’s open plains, rocky outcrops, and riverine habitats support an impressive range of wildlife.
Depending on seasonal movements, migrating wildebeest and zebra may pass through the area. Between excursions, enjoy the camp's peaceful atmosphere and the changing views of the surrounding wilderness.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Overnight in the Serengeti.
Spend the day exploring the northern Serengeti on scheduled game drives. The region’s open plains, rocky outcrops, and riverine habitats support an impressive range of wildlife.
Depending on seasonal movements, migrating wildebeest and zebra may pass through the area. Between excursions, enjoy the camp's peaceful atmosphere and the changing views of the surrounding wilderness.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Overnight in the Serengeti.
Serengeti Wildlife Encounters
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Enjoy another full day of safari in the Serengeti, with game drives shaped around wildlife sightings and local conditions. Continue searching for resident predators and other wildlife while experienced safari guides teach you about the ecosystem.
The seasonal movements of the Great Migration may offer additional wildlife-viewing opportunities, though the herds' location cannot be guaranteed. Return to camp to relax and enjoy another evening in the wilderness.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
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Serengeti to Mara Naboisho Conservancy
Transfer privately to Kogatende Airstrip for the scheduled shared light-aircraft flight to Ol Seki Airstrip in Kenya. The flight may include stops for other passengers.
Upon arrival, continue by private transfer to Encounter Mara Camp in Mara Naboisho Conservancy. After lunch and time to settle in, begin exploring this wildlife-rich conservation area and its surrounding plains.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Overnight in Mara Naboisho Conservancy.
Transfer privately to Kogatende Airstrip for the scheduled shared light-aircraft flight to Ol Seki Airstrip in Kenya. The flight may include stops for other passengers.
Upon arrival, continue by private transfer to Encounter Mara Camp in Mara Naboisho Conservancy. After lunch and time to settle in, begin exploring this wildlife-rich conservation area and its surrounding plains.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Overnight in Mara Naboisho Conservancy.
Mara Naboisho Safari
Spend the day exploring Mara Naboisho Conservancy on scheduled game drives. The conservancy’s open grasslands and varied habitats provide opportunities to observe lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and other wildlife.
Enjoy time between excursions to relax at camp and appreciate the quiet surroundings. Your guides will tailor the safari experience to current conditions and wildlife activity.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Overnight in Mara Naboisho Conservancy.
Spend the day exploring Mara Naboisho Conservancy on scheduled game drives. The conservancy’s open grasslands and varied habitats provide opportunities to observe lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and other wildlife.
Enjoy time between excursions to relax at camp and appreciate the quiet surroundings. Your guides will tailor the safari experience to current conditions and wildlife activity.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Overnight in Mara Naboisho Conservancy.
Wildlife Exploration in Mara Naboisho
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Enjoy another full day in Mara Naboisho, with opportunities to explore the conservancy’s wildlife-rich landscapes. Morning and afternoon game drives reveal different aspects of the ecosystem, while the included night drive offers the chance to see nocturnal species.
The Great Migration primarily moves through the neighboring Maasai Mara Reserve rather than Mara Naboisho itself. Wildlife moves freely across the wider ecosystem, but migration sightings depend on seasonal conditions.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
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Mara Naboisho to Nairobi and Departure
Transfer privately to Ol Seki Airstrip for the scheduled shared light-aircraft flight to Wilson Airport in Nairobi. Upon arrival, a private transfer takes you to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward international flight home.
Meals: Breakfast.
Transfer privately to Ol Seki Airstrip for the scheduled shared light-aircraft flight to Wilson Airport in Nairobi. Upon arrival, a private transfer takes you to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward international flight home.
Meals: Breakfast.
Arusha, Tanzania
Tarangire National Park, Tanzania
Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
Naboisho Conservancy, Mara Simba, Kenya
Places You'll See
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Arusha
Well known for its night life and club scene, Arusha is a city of excitement. Visit the National Natural History Museum with exhibits on early man and local animal life and plants. Take in the history of Arusha with a visit to the local museum and the Uhuru monument for the Declaration of Arusha. Along with some history lessons, enjoy a mixture of local cuisine combined with other world gastronomies.
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Tarangire National Park
Witness the dry red lands of Tarangire National Park as a herd of elephants scratch for underground streams and migratory zebras quench their thirsts from the shrinking lagoons under the hot African Sun. During the rainy season, witness hundreds of animals flocking to the increasing bodies of waters and animals lounging in the magical sausage trees.
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Serengeti National Park
Famous for its annual migration of nearly two million zebra and wildebeest, the Tanzanian national park of the Serengeti hosts many walks of wildlife including the “big five”; The Masi Lion, African Leopard, African Bush Elephant, Eastern Black Rhinoceros, and the African Buffalo. Declared a world heritage site, this national park provides a once in a lifetime opportunity to experience the local wildlife.
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Mara Naboisho Conservancy
Mara Naboisho is a community-owned conservancy adjoining Kenya’s Maasai Mara ecosystem. Its open grasslands and varied habitats support lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and other wildlife. Carefully managed tourism helps support conservation and local communities. Guests can enjoy guided game drives, night drives, and a more secluded safari experience than in some busier areas of the neighboring reserve.
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Hotel Options
5 Star Properties
Arusha Coffee Lodge
Arusha , TANZANIA
Elegant Accommodation: Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge in Arusha offers a lodge experience with spa facilities, a swimming pool with a view, a sun terrace, and a beautifully maintained garden. Guests enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant, bar, and a coffee shop.
Comfortable Amenities: The lodge offers private check-in and check-out, a 24-hour front desk, concierge, and tour desk. Additional services include beauty treatments, wellness packages, and a children’s playground. Free on-site private parking is available.
Dining Experience: The modern, family-friendly restaurant serves African and international cuisines with halal, kosher, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Meals include brunch, lunch, dinner, and high tea. Live music enhances the dining experience.
Activities and Location: Guests can enjoy cycling, a children’s playground, and a coffee shop. The lodge is 1 km from Arusha Airport, making travel convenient.
Tarangire National Park : Oliver’s Camp
Oliver’s Camp
Tarangire National Park , TANZANIA
Oliver’s Camp sits in the remote southern region of Tarangire National Park, close to the Silale Swamps. The camp features 15 canvas tents, including two family tents, with twin or double beds, private verandas, safety deposit boxes, and en suite bathrooms with indoor and outdoor showers. Each of the two camp wings includes a lounge and dining area, connected by a raised walkway, with a shared swimming pool and deck between them. All meals and included camp beverages are provided, excluding cellar wines, premium spirits, and champagne.
Activities: Guided game drives, optional night drives, optional walking safaris, and optional hot-air balloon safaris, each available at an additional cost unless included in the selected package.
Additional Information: Wi-Fi is available, although service may vary. Walking safaris have a minimum age of 12, require booking, and are subject to the guide’s discretion and bush conditions. The nearest airstrip is Kuro, approximately one hour from camp by road. Confirm current conditions, booking requirements, and camp availability before travel.
Luxury Properties
Arusha Coffee Lodge
Arusha , TANZANIA
Elegant Accommodation: Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge in Arusha offers a lodge experience with spa facilities, a swimming pool with a view, a sun terrace, and a beautifully maintained garden. Guests enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant, bar, and a coffee shop.
Comfortable Amenities: The lodge offers private check-in and check-out, a 24-hour front desk, concierge, and tour desk. Additional services include beauty treatments, wellness packages, and a children’s playground. Free on-site private parking is available.
Dining Experience: The modern, family-friendly restaurant serves African and international cuisines with halal, kosher, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Meals include brunch, lunch, dinner, and high tea. Live music enhances the dining experience.
Activities and Location: Guests can enjoy cycling, a children’s playground, and a coffee shop. The lodge is 1 km from Arusha Airport, making travel convenient.
Serengeti : Olakira Migration Camp
Olakira Migration Camp
Serengeti , TANZANIA
Olakira Migration Camp is a mobile tented camp that follows wildlife as it moves seasonally between the northern and southern Serengeti. Depending on the season, the camp offers nine or ten stargazing tents, including family tent options. Each tent features twin or double beds, a private veranda with a 270-degree stargazing deck, an in-room safe, and an en suite bathroom with a double vanity and indoor shower. All meals and included camp beverages are provided, excluding cellar wines, premium spirits, and champagne.
Activities: Guided game drives, bush picnics, optional hot-air balloon safaris, optional cultural visits, and optional photographic vehicle hire.
Additional Information: Wi-Fi is available, although service may vary. The northern camp operates near Kogatende Airstrip, approximately 30 minutes away by road, from June through the end of October. The southern camp operates near Ndutu, approximately 20 minutes from the airstrip, from December through March. Confirm the camp’s exact operating dates and location for the intended travel period.
Encounter Mara Camp
Narok , KENYA
Encounter Mara is an intimate safari camp located beneath a thick acacia forest in the Mara Naboisho Conservancy. Its ten classic canvas tents offer family and triple options, with twin or double beds, private verandas, in-room safe deposit boxes, and en suite bathrooms with plumbed showers. Guests can enjoy all meals and included camp beverages, excluding cellar wines, premium spirits, and champagne. The camp combines a relaxed atmosphere with access to excellent wildlife viewing in the surrounding conservancy.
Activities: Guided game drives, night drives, optional cultural visits, and optional hot-air balloon safaris.
Additional Information: Wi-Fi is available, although service may vary. Bush picnics and communal dining are available. Children must be at least five years old. The nearest airstrip is Mara Ol Seki, approximately 45 minutes from camp by road.
Testimonials
Deborah L.
Traveled December 2017
Thank you so much for making this a unique and very special adventure for us….
We had an outstanding trip, thanks to you!! We both feel that every travel detail was seamlessly handled for us so we did not have to think about anything but enjoying our travels. You did an amazing job for us!!
What was an incredible trip to view and photograph chimpanzees and gorillas also tuned out to be a trip to meet and fall in love with the land and people of Tanzania, Rwanda and Uganda! Our guide in Tanzania, Sexton, was delightful and excellent in making sure our experience was exactly what we wanted. Although our time was short with him, we truly enjoyed every minute with him.
We also just couldn’t have had a better guide than, Eric Nodorere, who became a very dear friend and cherished travel companion throughout our extended travels through Rwanda and Uganda. Indeed we have never spent so much concentrated time with anyone except our children and wouldn’t have had it another way. Eric was very observant and sensitive to making sure everything went perfectly without our even noticing which is the definition of “exceeding expectations”! Our lively and open conversations together as we spent hours together only enhanced our experience and lead to a deep understanding for all of us which was very enriching and satisfying.
We truly shared some amazing experiences with Eric who was also astute enough to know that we like to be in charge of our own schedules and frequently like to wander off by ourselves. He graciously supported our requests and gave us space and time to do everything at our own pace. Having the freedom to get out on our own meeting and getting to know people in their own environment is one of the best ways to gain understanding and appreciation of the world and enrich our lives and perhaps the lives of those we encounter.
I will send you a couple of videos in a separate email that gives a glimpse of only some of our experiences. I am now looking forward to getting into my Art Studio and expressing our beautiful time in Africa.
Thank you so much, Stephanie, for making this a unique and very special adventure for us….
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