Tanzania Tailor-made Safarisharley2026-02-16T12:56:03+10:00
Tanzania Tailor-made Safaris – 8 Days
Escorted Tailor-made Small Group
Destinations on the tour
Arusha > Tarangire National Park > Lake Manyara National Park > Serengeti > Olduvai Gorge > Ngorongoro Crater
Tanzania Tailor-made Safaris – Experience Tanzania your way with a fully tailor-made safari, expertly curated by MW Tours in partnership with Tanganyika Expeditions. From the endless plains of the Serengeti to the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater, enjoy a private safari that balances unforgettable game viewing with hand-picked lodges and expert local guides.
Tanzania Safari Lodges
With Tanganyika Expeditions - Tanzania Safari Lodges – Luxury & Comfort in the Heart of the Wild
Whether you’re a wildlife enthusiast, photographer, family group or couple celebrating something special, this tailor-made experience lets you shape your perfect adventure through Tanzania’s legendary parks and wilderness. Choose how you travel, when you go, what you see, and where you stay — we handle the rest.
Highlights of the Journey
Tarangire National Park – Iconic elephant herds, ancient baobab trees and sweeping savannahs set the tone for wildlife excitement.
Lake Manyara National Park – Lush Rift Valley landscapes, flamingos and tree-climbing lions offer diverse safari scenery.
Serengeti National Park – Step into the heart of Africa’s most famous wildlife reserve with rolling plains and vibrant predator-prey dynamics.
Ngorongoro Crater – Explore this 20-km wide natural amphitheatre teeming with wildlife including rhinos, lions and elephants.
Olduvai Gorge (optional) – Visit the “Cradle of Mankind,” an archaeological treasure in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Meet and greet on arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport. Enjoy a private transfer to Arumeru River Lodge, set in tranquil gardens at the foothills of Mount Meru. The remainder of the day is at leisure to relax after your journey.
Dinner and Overnight: Arumeru River Lodge (4★)
Depart this morning for Tarangire National Park and enjoy a full-day game drive with lunch at Tarangire Safari Lodge. Covering 2,600 sq km, Tarangire is renowned for its vast elephant herds — sometimes numbering in the thousands — along with big cats, giraffes, buffalo and rare species such as gerenuk, lesser kudu and oryx. The landscape is defined by ancient baobab trees and sweeping savannah.
Exit the park mid-afternoon and travel via a scenic route past Lake Manyara and up the Great Rift Escarpment to Karatu, at the foot of the Ngorongoro Crater.
Perched atop a hill with breathtaking 360° views over the Ngorongoro walls and the Rift Valley, Bashay Rift Lodge offers charming accommodation, a swimming pool and optional activities including guided walks, mountain biking and massage.
Dinner and Overnight: Bashay Rift Lodge (4★)
Enjoy a game drive in Lake Manyara National Park with a picnic lunch. Although one of the smaller parks in northern Tanzania, it boasts remarkable diversity. Lions, elephants, giraffes and buffalo roam against a dramatic backdrop of Rift Valley escarpments and the lake’s shoreline, home to thousands of birds.
Return to Bashay Rift Lodge for a relaxing evening.
Dinner and Overnight: Bashay Rift Lodge (4★)
After breakfast, journey towards the world-famous Serengeti National Park. En route, enjoy extensive game viewing and lunch at Ronjo Camp.
Covering over 14,000 sq km, the Serengeti is celebrated for hosting the largest concentration of big cats in Africa — including lions, cheetahs and leopards. Its landscapes range from endless southern plains to kopjes, woodland and bushland.
Arrive in the afternoon and check in at Togoro Plains, superbly located in the heart of the Serengeti. The camp offers spacious tented accommodation, a lounge and dining area, bar and swimming pool.
Dinner and Overnight: Togoro Plains
A full day dedicated to exploring the Serengeti’s vast plains on morning and afternoon game drives. Witness exceptional predator activity and abundant plains game in one of the most iconic wildlife destinations in the world.
Lunch, Dinner and Overnight: Togoro Plains
Enjoy an early morning game drive in the Serengeti before travelling south towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Game viewing continues en route with a picnic lunch.
Stop at Olduvai Gorge, often referred to as the “Cradle of Mankind.” Made famous by the pioneering work of Louis and Mary Leakey, this extraordinary archaeological site reveals nearly two million years of human history. Optional guided walks with a Maasai guide or a museum visit can be arranged.
Arrive at Olduvai Camp in time for afternoon tea, followed by a short walk to the Sunset Kopje to admire panoramic views across the Serengeti plains.
Dinner and Overnight: Olduvai Camp
After breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive with bush lunch (picnic lunch during low season March–May).
This UNESCO-listed caldera spans 20 km in diameter and is home to an extraordinary density of wildlife, all protected within its 600-metre-high walls. Lions, elephants, hippos and the endangered black rhino can all be found here.
Return to Olduvai Camp in the late afternoon.
Dinner and Overnight: Olduvai Camp
Depart camp after breakfast and return to Arusha. Lunch is served at Arumeru River Lodge before your final transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight.
Arumeru River Lodge
Start your safari with a warm welcome at Kilimanjaro Airport and a transfer to the peaceful Arumeru River Lodge. Nestled in lush surroundings, it’s the perfect place to relax and prepare for your adventure.
Bashay Rift Lodge
Overlooking the Ngorongoro Crater and Rift Valley, Bashay Rift Lodge offers exclusive accommodation, a pool, and optional activities like guided walks and mountain biking — a serene base for your safari journey.
Togoro Plains
Togoro Plains Camp is an intimate luxury safari camp in the northern Serengeti, set among granite kopjes with sweeping views across the plains. Featuring 14 stylish tents with private bathrooms and verandas, the camp blends comfort with wilderness immersion. Guests enjoy guided game drives, exceptional wildlife viewing and tranquil moments by the rock-framed pool in a pristine, rhino-protected region of the Serengeti.
Olduvai Camp
Olduvai Camp is an authentic safari retreat set around a granite kopje in Tanzania’s Ngorongoro Conservation Area, between the Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti plains. Surrounded by sweeping savannah and close to Olduvai Gorge, it offers a true bush experience where wildlife and Maasai culture coexist.
The camp features 17 spacious thatched tents with panoramic views, private verandas and solar-heated en suite bathrooms. Guests enjoy guided Maasai walks, scenic hikes, game drives and cultural visits, while the fully solar-powered camp reflects a strong commitment to sustainability and community partnership.
Discover the Beauty of Tanzania Like Never Before
Experience the magic of Tanzania on a fully private, tailor-made safari. Journey through the iconic landscapes of the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire and Lake Manyara, spotting elephants, lions, rhinos and flamingos along the way. Stay in hand-picked lodges and luxury tented camps, enjoy personalised game drives at your own pace, and immerse yourself in local Maasai culture. From dramatic savannahs to volcanic craters, this private safari offers a seamless, unforgettable wildlife adventure designed entirely around you.
Tour Highlights
Serengeti National Park
Step into Africa’s most famous wildlife reserve, where endless plains stretch as far as the eye can see. The Serengeti is home to the Big Five, cheetahs, wildebeest migrations (seasonal) and breathtaking predator-prey interactions. Private game drives allow you to explore at your own pace, discovering hidden corners and quiet waterholes away from the crowds.
Ngorongoro Crater
Known as the “Eighth Wonder of the World,” this vast volcanic caldera hosts a dense concentration of wildlife in a unique, enclosed ecosystem. Encounter lions, elephants, black rhinos and zebras against the backdrop of dramatic crater walls. The area also offers rich cultural encounters with the Maasai people and optional visits to historic sites like Olduvai Gorge.
Tarangire National Park
Famous for its massive elephant herds and iconic baobab-studded landscapes, Tarangire provides an intimate safari experience. Its seasonal river draws wildlife into a vibrant tableau, and the park’s quieter, less-visited areas offer serene game drives and excellent photographic opportunities.
Lake Manyara National Park
A small but spectacular park renowned for its diversity. Witness flocks of flamingos painting the lake pink, tree-climbing lions in the acacia forests, and a variety of antelope and bird species. Its combination of lush greenery, water features and woodland creates a striking contrast to the open savannahs of the Serengeti and Tarangire.
Kilimanjaro
Breathtaking views of Kilimanjaro
Hand-Selected Accommodation
Stay in a range of deluxe lodges and camps that reflect comfort, location and atmosphere.
Private 4WD Safari Vehicles and Expert Guides
Private 4WD Safari Vehicle & Expert Guides – Enjoy game drives at your pace with knowledgeable local guides and private transfers.
The Wildfife
Encounter Africa’s iconic animals up close, from elephants roaming Tarangire’s baobab-studded plains to lions and leopards stalking the Serengeti. Spot rhinos, zebras, giraffes, wildebeest, buffalo, hippos, flamingos, and hundreds of bird species. Every park offers unique sightings, from tree-climbing lions at Lake Manyara to dense elephant herds and rare predators in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater.
What Makes It Tailor-Made?
Fully Customisable Itineraries – Tell us your interests and travel style; we’ll design the route, duration and experiences that suit you.
Private 4WD Safari Vehicle & Expert Guides – Enjoy game drives at your pace with knowledgeable local guides and private transfers.
Hand-Selected Accommodation – Stay in a range of deluxe lodges and camps that reflect comfort, location and atmosphere.
Inclusive Services – Accommodation, meals, park fees and transfers are all taken care of as per your itinerary.
Why MW Tours?
Small, immersive group journeys
Authentic local experiences, off the beaten track
Expert guides who know Tanzania intimately
Fully planned itineraries for stress-free travel
Don’t just watch Africa — experience it for yourself.
