The Grand Empire Luxury Safari
Experience the ultimate African adventure with our flagship 7-day tour. The Grand Empire Luxury Safari offers more time to explore the famous Serengeti and the beautiful Ngorongoro highlands. Designed for travelers who want the best, this journey combines incredible wildlife sightings with the finest settings in the Tanzanian wild
Detailed itinerary
Arrival in Tanzania – Kilimanjaro Airport
A warm welcome at Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO) followed by a private transfer to your boutique sanctuary. Prepare for your empire discovery with a personalized briefing from your lead guide
Distance : 55km | 1.5 hrs
Accommodation : Arusha
Day 1
Arusha – Tarangire National Park
Enter a landscape of giants. Spend your day tracking massive elephant herds and tree-climbing pythons among the ancient baobabs before retreating to your forest-edge lodge
Distance : 120km | 2.5hrs
Transport : 4WD, custom safari vehicle
Accommodation : Tarangira Safari Lodge
Day 2
Tarangire – Lake Manyara
Discover the ‘Jewel of the Rift Valley.’ Explore the lush groundwater forest and the shimmering soda lake, home to pink flamingos and the legendary tree-climbing lions
Distance : 70km | 1.5hrs
Transport : 4WD, Custom Safari Vehicle
Accommodation : Lake manyara
Day 3
Manyara – Central Serengeti
A scenic journey through the Ngorongoro highlands into the heart of the Serengeti. Spend your afternoon traversing the golden plains where the world’s most famous predators roam
Distance : 180km| 5hrs | Game drive en-route
Transport : 4WD, Custom Safari Vehicle
Accommodation : Serengeti Luxury Camp
Day 4
Central Serengeti (Full Day Discovery)
A full day of discovery in the world’s premier wildlife sanctuary. Traverse the vast savannah to find lions on ancient kopjes and leopards in acacia trees as the sun paints the horizon
Distance : Variable | 6-8hrs of Game Viewing
Transport : 4WD, Custom Safari Vehicle
Accommodation : Serengeti Luxury Camp
Day 5
Central Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
One final morning in the Serengeti before heading toward the crater rim. Enjoy a sunset overlook of the caldera—one of the most breathtaking views on the planet
Distance : 145km | 4hrs
Transport : 4WD, Custom Safari Vehicle
Accommodation : Rhino Crater Lodge
Day 6
Ngorongoro Crater Floor – Arusha
Descend 600 meters into the “Eden of Africa” for a private tour. This self-contained ecosystem offers your best chance to spot the rare Black Rhino in the wild
Distance : 190km | 4hrs to Arusha
Transport : 4WD, Custom Safari Vehicle
Accommodation : Arusha
Day 7
Cultural Immersion & Departure
A relaxed morning visiting a local Maasai village or exploring Arusha’s vibrant markets for souvenirs before your private transfer back to the airport
Distance : 55km | 1.5hrs to Airport
Transport : 4WD, Custom Safari Vehicle