From a private Arusha estate to the walking trails of Chem Chem and a hilltop lodge above the western Serengeti, where the Great Migration thunders through from May to July. 7 nights, private guides throughout.
Some journeys move through Tanzania. This one settles into it. Beginning on a private wildlife estate outside Arusha, the pace unfolds gently, two nights to arrive, unwind and let the equator light work its magic. From there, scheduled bush flights carry you deeper: three nights on the exclusive Chem Chem concession, where walking safaris trace the elephant corridor between Tarangire and Lake Manyara, and three nights at Grumeti Art Lodge, a hilltop sanctuary in the western Serengeti where contemporary African art hangs against a backdrop of endless plains. Private guides, private vehicles and not a crowd in sight, this is Tanzania at its most considered.
Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, met by your driver for the road transfer to Laba Mama Simba, a restful lodge set on a private 700 hectare wildlife estate outside Arusha. Settle in among resident giraffe and unwind after your international flight. Dinner and overnight at Mama Simba.
A gentle day on the estate. Walk among the wildlife, relax by the lodge or take an optional excursion into Arusha. Overnight at Mama Simba
Road transfer from Mama Simba to Chem Chem Lodge arriving for lunch. The lodge sits on a private concession in the Kwakuchinja wildlife corridor between Tarangire and Lake Manyara. Afternoon walking safari and sundowners. Overnight at Chem Chem Lodge.
A Full day of slow safari. Walking safaris on the private concession, game drives into Tarangire among its great elephant herds and ancient baobabs, bush breakfasts beneath the trees and visits with the local Maasai community. Overnights at Chem Chem Lodge.
Another full day of slow safari. Walking safaris on the private concession, game drives into Tarangire among its great elephant herds and ancient baobabs, bush breakfasts beneath the trees and visits with the local Maasai community. Overnights at Chem Chem Lodge.
Morning flight from Lake Manyara airstrip to Grumeti airstrip in the Serengeti's western corridor. Grumeti Art Lodge crowns a secluded ridge with sweeping views over the plains, no other lodge in sight, and a remarkable collection of contemporary African art throughout. Afternoon game drive with your private guide and vehicle. Overnight at Grumeti Art Lodge.
A full day of exploring the Grumeti ecosystem with your dedicated guide. Between May and July the Great Migration pours through this corridor toward the crocodile filled Grumeti River, and resident game is superb year round. Optional balloon safari at dawn, walking safaris when conditions allow, and evenings by the infinity pool as the plains turn gold. Overnight at Grumeti Art Lodge.
Another full day of exploring the Grumeti ecosystem with your dedicated guide. Between May and July the Great Migration pours through this corridor toward the crocodile filled Grumeti River, and resident game is superb year round. Optional balloon safari at dawn, walking safaris when conditions allow, and evenings by the infinity pool as the plains turn gold. Overnights at Grumeti Art Lodge.
Final morning game drive en route to the airstrip, then the scheduled flight back to Arusha and road transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight home.
Tanzania has a way of stopping you in your tracks. From the baobab-dotted plains of Tarangire to the endless skies of the Serengeti, this se…
