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1-Day Arusha National Park Safari – Hidden Gem Near Arusha
Arusha & Tarangire
Starting From$200 Per Person
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Discover Tanzania
Private, camping, group and fly-in safaris to the Serengeti, Ngorongoro and beyond — designed by local guides who call Tanzania home.
Karibu Tanzania — Welcome
Karibu to Tanzania
Tanzania is East Africa's largest country and one of the most rewarding places on earth to travel. It's home to the endless plains of the Serengeti and its Great Migration, the vast Ngorongoro Crater, snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro, and the white-sand beaches of Zanzibar. More than 40% of the country is protected, so almost everywhere you go you'll encounter remarkable wildlife including elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, and the Big Five across landscapes that stretch from volcanic highlands to open savannah. There's no single best way to experience Tanzania. The perfect safari depends on how you want to travel, how much time you have, and what you most want to see. We are an Arusha-based team of local guides who design every trip from scratch around your pace, budget, and must-see destinations, from affordable group departures to private fly-in adventures. Share your travel dates with us, and we'll create a personalized itinerary for you within hours.
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1-Day Materuni Waterfalls, Coffee Tour & Chemka Springs
Materuni Waterfalls
Starting From$200 Per Person
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1-Day Tarangire National Park Safari – Elephant Paradise Near Arusha
Tarangire
Starting From$550 Per Person
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2-Day Tarangire & Ngorongoro Safari
Ngorongoro & Tarangire
Starting From$400 Per Person
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4-Day Best Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Trip
Ngorongoro & Serengeti & Tarangire
Starting From$2600 Per Person
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4-Day Ndutu Wildebeest Migration & Big Cats Safari
Serengeti
Starting From$4520 Per Person
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4-Day Private Camping Safari – Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro
Ngorongoro & Serengeti & Tarangire
Starting From$2500 Per Person
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5-Day Marangu Route Mount Kilimanjaro Climb – The Coca-Cola Route
Kilimanjaro
Starting From$2200 Per Person
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6-Day Ultra-Luxury Private Honeymoon Safari
Lake Manyara & Ngorongoro & Serengeti & Tarangire
Starting From$3400 Per Person
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6 Days Joining Group Camping Safari
Lake Manyara & Ngorongoro & Serengeti & Tarangire
Starting From$1050 Per Person
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7-Day Private Camping Safari – Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti & Ngorongoro
Lake Manyara & Ngorongoro & Serengeti & Tarangire
Starting From$3700 Per Person
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7-Day Serengeti Wildebeest Migration Camping Safari
Ngorongoro & Serengeti & Tarangire
Starting From$2600 Per Person
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8-Day Lemosho Route Mount Kilimanjaro Climb – Africa’s Most Beautiful Trail
Kilimanjaro
Starting From$3200 Per Person
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9-Day Budget Safari with Walking & Kilimanjaro
Kilimanjaro & Ngorongoro & Serengeti & Tarangire
Starting From$2420 Per Person
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6-Day Northern Circuit Fly-In Safari
Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Serengeti (fly-in)
Starting From$5200 Per Person
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4-Day Serengeti Fly-In Safari
Arusha to Serengeti (fly-in)
Starting From$3400 Per Person
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5-Day Serengeti & Zanzibar Fly-In Escape
Serengeti to Zanzibar (fly-in)
Starting From$4200 Per Person
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Full-Day Arusha City Tour – Culture, History & Local Life
Arusha
Starting From$40 Per Person
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5-Day Joining Group Camping Safari
Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti National Park, Tarangire National Park
Starting From$1100 Per Person
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Machame Route: 6-Day Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing Adventure
Kilimanjaro
Starting From$2400 Per Person
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3-Day Private Camping Safari – Tarangire & Ngorongoro Crater
Arusha to Tarangire
Starting From$1250 Per Person
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Witness the Wild in Comfort – 3-Day Private Midrange Safari Adventure
Arusha to Serengeti & NgoroNgoro
Starting From$2600 Per Person
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10-Day Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Zanzibar Safari Tour
Serengeti, NgoroNgoro & Zanzibar
Starting From$4500 Per Person
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Explore in depth
Every safari style, its own guide
Private Safari Tours
Your own vehicle, guide and itinerary — total flexibility, no strangers.
ExploreCamping Safaris
Sleep close to the wild in comfortable tented camps, at the best value.
ExploreJoining (Group) Safaris
Share a vehicle and costs with fellow travellers on scheduled departures.
ExploreFly-In Safaris
Skip the long drives — fly between parks and maximise game-viewing time.
ExploreGreat Migration Safaris
Time your trip to the wildebeest herds and river crossings in the Serengeti.
ExploreHoneymoon Safaris
Romantic lodges, private moments and a trip built for two.
ExploreZanzibar
Pair any safari style with white-sand beaches and Stone Town.
ExploreWhere you'll go
Tanzania's national parks & reserves
Tanzania protects over 30% of its land as national parks and reserves — from the Serengeti's endless plains to the volcanic walls of the Ngorongoro Crater. Read the full parks guide ↗
Northern CircuitNgorongoro Crater
A natural wonder like no other.
The world's largest inactive, unbroken volcanic caldera — a natural amphitheater packed with wildlife, including one of Tanzania's last populations of black rhino. Most itineraries spend one night on the crater rim and a morning descending to the floor.
Wildlife
Conservation area
Landscape
Volcanic caldera floor
Highlights
The world's largest inactive, unbroken v
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Northern CircuitSerengeti National Park
Endless plains, endless wonder.
Tanzania's oldest and most famous park — endless golden plains stretching to the horizon, home to the Great Migration and some of the highest lion densities in Africa. Two to four days here is typical, long enough to reach the central Seronera region and, in season, follow the wildebeest herds.
Wildlife
National park
Landscape
Vast savannahs & kopjes
Highlights
Tanzania's oldest and most famous park —
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Northern CircuitTarangire National Park
Where giants roam and baobabs stand tall.
Known for its ancient baobab trees and some of the largest elephant herds in Tanzania, concentrated along the Tarangire River in the dry season. A quieter, less-visited alternative to the Serengeti, often paired with Ngorongoro on shorter itineraries.
Wildlife
National park
Landscape
Baobab trees & riverine forests
Highlights
Known for its ancient baobab trees and s
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On safari
Wildlife you'll see
Tanzania's parks protect one of the densest concentrations of wildlife on earth — here's what to expect on a typical circuit.
The Big Five
Africa's original safari checklist — all five are resident across the northern circuit parks.
- Elephant
- Lion
- Leopard
- Buffalo
- Rhino
The Great Migration
Over a million wildebeest and zebra move in a year-round circuit between the Serengeti and Maasai Mara.
- Wildebeest
- Zebra
- Gazelle
- Eland
Predators & primates
Beyond the big cats, Tanzania is one of the best places on earth to track hunting packs and habituated chimps.
- Cheetah
- Spotted hyena
- African wild dog
- Chimpanzee
Birdlife
Over 1,000 recorded species, from lake-shore flamingo flocks to raptors soaring above the crater rim.
- Flamingo
- Ostrich
- Secretary bird
- Fish eagle
Plan your dates
Best time to visit & weather
Tanzania rewards visitors year-round — here's how the seasons shape a trip.
Peak season
June – OctoberThe long dry season. Animals gather around permanent water and grass is short, making game viewing at its easiest — also when the northern Serengeti river crossings usually happen.
VisibilityExcellent
RainfallVery low
CrowdsHigh
Game viewingEasiest
Best game viewing & river crossings
Shoulder season
November – December, MarchThe short rains bring green landscapes and thinner crowds. Showers are usually brief afternoon storms rather than all-day rain, and parks stay accessible.
VisibilityGood
RainfallBrief showers
CrowdsModerate
Game viewingGood
Green landscapes & thinner crowds
Low season / calving
January – February, April – MayJanuary–February is calving season in the southern Serengeti — dramatic predator action. April–May is the long rains, quietest and cheapest, with some camps closing in the wettest areas.
VisibilityMixed
RainfallHighest
CrowdsLowest
Game viewingCalving
Quietest, cheapest & calving season
January
Calving season begins
- The short rains ease off in the north, giving way to hot, mostly sunny days with the odd shower still possible.
- Wildebeest gather on the short-grass plains of the southern Serengeti and Ndutu, with calving starting in earnest.
Sunny, some showers
27°C81°F
Average temperature
Wildebeest calving begins
Shoulder crowds
On the ground
Things to do beyond game drives
Game drives
Morning and afternoon drives through the northern circuit's parks.
Walking safaris
Guided bush walks in Tarangire and around the Ngorongoro highlands.
Boat safaris
River and lake game viewing where the parks border water.
Cultural visits
Maasai village visits and local community experiences.
Kilimanjaro trekking
Combine your safari with a summit attempt on Africa's tallest peak.
ExploreZanzibar beaches
Wind down with white sand and the Indian Ocean after the bush.
ExploreWhy travel with us
Why travel with TanzaLux
Local expertise
Born and raised in Tanzania, we know every trail, wildlife pattern and hidden corner of the northern circuit.
Truly private, tailored trips
No cookie-cutter tours. Every itinerary is built around your interests, pace and budget.
Guides who've earned it
Our driver-guides have years in the field and a real gift for reading the bush.
24/7 support
From first enquiry to your last game drive, someone's always reachable.
Genuine community ties
We work directly with local communities so the cultural experiences are real, not staged.
How it works
How planning works
From your first message to touching down in Tanzania — here's exactly how we get you there.
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Tell us your trip
Share your dates, group size and what you'd love to see.
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Get a custom itinerary
We send a tailored plan and quote, usually within a few hours.
03
Refine together
Tweak lodges, days and pace until it's exactly right.
04
Travel with confidence
We handle permits, logistics and guiding; you enjoy Tanzania.
Before you go
Good to know before you go
Getting there
Most travellers fly into Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), a short transfer from Arusha.
Read the guideHealth & vaccinations
A yellow fever certificate and malaria prophylaxis are strongly recommended before you travel.
Read the guideStaying safe
You're with an experienced driver-guide throughout, on routes we know well.
Read the guidePopular routes
From a 3-day taster to a 10-day circuit with Zanzibar — see how the classic itineraries are built.
See the routesFree safari guide
Our complete PDF guide to planning a Tanzania safari — parks, packing list and trip-planning tips.
Download the PDFTraveller stories
The proof should come from people who went.
Dorine M11 months ago
Grateful experience
As a solo female traveler, I felt super safe and well taken care of the entire time.
Read moreDagmar P1 month ago
Private Safari 6 days
I can only highly recommend the young company Tanzalux for organizing a private safari.
Read moreSylvanus T9 months ago
An unforgettable vegetarian journey with Tanzalux Safaris
I highly recommend Tanzalux for anyone wanting a special, personalized safari.
Read moreLucas G2 months ago
Our 3-day camping safari with Tanzalux was simply fantastic! Everything was perfectly organized.
Read moreVictoria Goodluck3 months ago
★★★★★
Posted on GoogleBack in April, I joined a day trip to Tarangire National Park with Tanzalux Safaris, and it was truly one of the best experiences I have ever had…
Read moreDanai Vicha5 months ago
★★★★★
Posted on GoogleI've had an amazing experience with Tanzalux Safaris, would 1000% recommend! Thank you for making my trip so special🫶
Read moreikigo simbila5 months ago
★★★★★
Posted on GoogleI recently visited Meru Waterfalls in Arusha and got to do some of the activities there, honestly it was such a great experience and I really enjoyed it.
Read moreHadija Shebe5 months ago
★★★★★
Posted on GoogleOur guide Dullah Mr Rastaman had the best vibe. I would like to recommend other people not to miss it, Tarangire is the best national park.
Read moreTumain Hope4 months ago
★★★★★
Posted on GoogleOur tour guide Nasri was very friendly and welcoming from the first day we met him. He knows Tarangire very well and explained many things during the safari.
Read moreLinnah Kimaro4 months ago
★★★★★
Posted on GoogleAs a grandmother in the group, I would like to share my happiness with Tanzalux Safaris. Me, my daughters, and my grandson went on a short trip to Tarangire National Park…
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Tanzania safari cost?
Prices depend on length, style and season. Group joining safaris start around $1,100 pp; private camping from about $1,250 pp; fly-in and lodge trips run higher. We build to your budget and quote clearly, with park fees included.
How many days do I need?
3 days covers Tarangire and Ngorongoro; 5–7 days adds the Serengeti and the migration; 10 days lets you combine parks with Zanzibar.
See popular route lengthsWhat's the difference between private and joining safaris?
Private means your own vehicle, guide and itinerary. Joining shares a vehicle with other travellers on set departures — more affordable, still expertly guided.
When is the best time for the Great Migration?
River crossings peak roughly July–September in the northern Serengeti; calving is January–February in the south. We time trips to where the herds will be.
Read the full best-time guideAre park fees and permits included?
Yes. Our quotes include park entry, guiding and logistics unless stated otherwise.
Can you combine a safari with Kilimanjaro or Zanzibar?
Absolutely — many guests pair a safari with a Kilimanjaro trek or Zanzibar beach stay. Just ask.
Explore ZanzibarDo I need a visa or any vaccinations for Tanzania?
Most nationalities need a Tanzania visa (available on arrival or e-visa in advance) and a yellow fever certificate if arriving from an at-risk country. A malaria prophylaxis is strongly recommended. We share a full checklist once your trip is booked.
Read the health & vaccination guideIs Tanzania safe for tourists?
Yes — safaris are a well-established, closely guided part of Tanzania's tourism industry. You're with an experienced driver-guide throughout, in a reputable vehicle, on routes we know well.
More on staying safeHow do I get to Tanzania and between parks?
Most travellers fly into Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) near Arusha; some route via Julius Nyerere International (DAR) for Zanzibar or the southern circuit. From there, it is a private 4x4 for road-based safaris, or light-aircraft transfers for fly-in itineraries.
Read the full getting-there guideWhat should I pack for a Tanzania safari?
Neutral-toned lightweight clothing, a warm layer for early morning game drives, comfortable walking shoes, sun protection and a good pair of binoculars. We send a full packing checklist with every confirmed booking.
Will I have phone or internet signal on safari?
Coverage is generally good near towns and lodges in the northern circuit, patchier and sometimes absent inside remote parks or tented camps — most lodges offer WiFi in communal areas. Treat time in the bush as a break from connectivity rather than count on it.
Ready to plan your safari?
Tell us your ideas and we'll craft a personalized itinerary within hours — no obligation.
Juma AmaniTanzania Luxury Safari Expert