Northern Tanzania’s wilderness goes on forever, an untamed eternity on an enormous scale. It’s home to the continent’s highest mountain, the planet’s largest intact caldera, unfathomable numbers of animals, vast golden plains, and truly enormous skies. This is bowl-you-over country — big, bewitching, and breathtaking at every turn.
This country’s finest safari destinations are clustered here, and on this Tanzania safari, we’ll fly you effortlessly between them to reveal the region’s full diversity, depth, and drama. We’ll take you to the treetops of Tarangire, where bedrooms balance amid the baobabs and the country’s biggest concentration of elephants roams. We’ll drop you down into Ngorongoro Crater, the UNESCO-listed volcanic caldera brim-full of wildlife. And we’ll sweep you straight onto the boundless Serengeti, so you’ve got a front-row seat for the wildest show on earth.
We’ve planned our Tanzania Sky Safari trip meticulously to maximize your immersion in the African bush (with plenty of lovely surprises along the way). With VIP treatment from start to finish — we’ll fast-track you through airports, drive you directly onto runways, whisk you away in our private plane, and serve you champagne and nibbles — you’ll be delivered into the heart of the wilderness to be pampered at the finest camps and have your eyes opened by the very best guides.
Boundless Journeys specializes in all-inclusive active adventures around the world. Explore our Africa safaris to start planning your next trip!
Please note that this is a typical itinerary, and actual activities may vary due to weather conditions, local events, and to allow serendipity to play a hand in your experience. Accommodations are as outlined in the itinerary, although we reserve the right to change these or the order visited should the need arise.
10 Days
Multiple departures each month; please call 1-800-941-8010 to discuss availability for your preferred dates.
From $11,795 Per Person
First one reserved$0
Additional$2,995
See single supplement policy below.
Park Fees from (child savings available) $895
Optional Hot Air Balloon Safari $540
SEASONAL PRICING
Green Season (departures April 1-May 31): Land Cost $11,795 pp
Mid-Season (departures in June, Nov 1-Dec 19, Jan 1-Mar 31): Land Cost $13,295 pp
High and Festive Season (July-Oct and Dec 20-Jan 4): Land Cost $14,395 pp
CHILD PRICING
Up to two children (under age 12) sharing with 1 or 2 adults: $5,995 per child
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: Accommodations are based on double occupancy. A single supplement is paid by participants who specifically request single accommodations, subject to availability.
Single Supplement for Scheduled Group Departures. If you reserve at least 120 days prior to departure, you may be eligible for a reduced or free single supplement. This is generally limited to the first one or two solo travelers to reserve, and the reduction is outlined in the pricing for each trip. Free or reduced single supplements are not combinable with other offers or promotions.
If you are traveling alone and wish to share accommodations, we will try to match you with a roommate of the same gender. If you reserve at least 120 days ahead and request a roommate but one is not available, you will receive a $500 reduction from the standard single supplement (unless otherwise noted in the detailed itinerary for your specific trip).
Single Supplement for Custom Tours. Custom Tour prices are generally based on two or more participants; therefore, single supplements for “solo” Custom Tours will vary and are available upon request.
Boundless Journeys' trips are designed for active individuals who have a spirit of adventure and a positive attitude. SkySafari is rated 1, easy, on a scale of 1-5 (with 5 being the most strenuous). Our primary activity is game-viewing drives by 4WD vehicle. Depending on current conditions, there may be opportunities for optional guided bush walks, which can be enjoyed by anyone who is in reasonably good health.
Arusha, Tanzania
Most Convenient Airport: Kilimanjaro International Airport, Arusha, Tanzania (airport code JRO)
Meeting Time and Place:Upon arrival of your international flight to Kilimanjaro International Airport in Arusha on Day 1 of the trip.
Departure Time and Place: Kilimanjaro International Airport in time to check in for your departing flight. To accommodate our return from the Serengeti, please schedule your departing flight after 6 p.m.
Unforgettable full and half-day game drives are the primary activity of Boundless Journeys' Tanzania SkySafari. On most days, we will depart our lodge or camp early and spend the morning tracking various animals in our custom-built, 4WD safari vehicles. Each day is unique and unpredictable - which is why our guides say never put away your camera, even on the way to the airstrip!
Drives may last from a few morning hours to a full day. Sometimes we will take a picnic lunch, and other days we will return to the lodge or camp for lunch. As we come upon groups of animals, we allow plenty of time to simply observe and also take photographs. Our guides are experienced naturalists and will add greatly to your understanding of the wildlife. We keep a respectful distance - although the same cannot always be said about the animals; it is not unusual to come nose-to-car with baboons, zebras, wildebeest, gazelles, and elephants!
The weather in northern Tanzania is generally pleasant, though the equatorial sun is strong. It can also rain at any time, but chances are higher during the months of April, May, June, November, and December. In the Ngorongoro area, evenings and early mornings can be chilly, and dressing in layers is a good strategy, so that you can shed or add layers as the day heats and cools.
You may obtain more detailed weather information on www.weatherbase.com.
Arusha
High: 84 Low: 52
High: 75 Low: 48
Our SkySafari starts several times per month, year-round. That said, you may wish to plan a date to coincide with important times in the annual migrations, as well as take advantage of other significant animal activities and weather patterns.
December-March: The herds have typically arrived in the southern short grass plains of the Serengeti by December, and tens of thousands of wildebeest have their babies over the course of just a few weeks. A safari at this time of year will certainly offer sightings of enormous herds of wildebeest and zebra (often with babies in tow), along with all of the other African wildlife one would expect.
June-July: Large herds are on their way north, migrating through the Western Corridor and across the Grumeti River. If you are lucky, we may witness herds crossing the Grumeti - while this can't be guaranteed, a safari at this time increases your chances.
August-October: The large herds are generally in the north and have scattered around the northern Serengeti, as well as crossing back and forth over the Mara River into Kenya's Masai Mara. If you are lucky, we may witness herds crossing one of the large northern rivers - truly a sight to behold. Even when large herds have migrated into the Mara, there are always many left in the Northern Serengeti, and far fewer people than on the Kenya side of the border.
Other times: We suggest avoiding November and April through the first half of May, as those months comprise the rainy seasons in Tanzania. Outside of those months, there are great reasons to visit Tanzania at any time, and no matter when you choose to go, you will see more elephants, giraffes, wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, buffalos, hippos, ostriches, baboons, and lions than you can keep track of. If you are interested in organizing a private safari for your own group of family or friends on the dates that work for you, please contact our office at 800-941-8010 to discuss our private safari options.
In the permanent camps and lodges, continental-style cuisine is served, although there is often an Indian or traditional African influence (curries, for example, are popular, or chicken stewed in tomatoes and coconut milk). Breakfast and lunch in the lodges are often served buffet style, while dinner is á la carte. Meals in safari camps may be served family-style, and Tanzania's talented bush chefs blend traditional African dishes with more familiar fare. Specific dietary requirements can generally be accommodated with advance notice, though choices tend to be more limited.
All on-safari ground transportation is provided in safari vehicles with a maximum of 6 guests per vehicle. Charter flights are in an 8-seater Cessna Grand Caravan.
With a Boundless Journeys guide, your experience is that of friend and local adventurer. We believe strongly in working with local guides, experts in the areas to which we travel, and they hold the keys to unlocking the hidden delights of your chosen destination. Although you will never know they are at work—the mark of a truly great leader—our guides make magical things happen and add a dimension to your trip that you could not experience on your own. Over the years we have forged bonds with some of the best guides in the world, and we typically work with a small team of guides in each region. You will be informed of the guide for your trip one month prior to your departure.
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