A 11 -Day Tanzania Safari Adventure
She Safari Tanzania
Great Migration + Serengeti + Ngorongoro Crater + Humanitarian
11 Days / 10 Nights
Experience a Safari adventure like no other - while making life-long friends along the way! The “She Safari” adventure is the PERFECT mixture of adventure and luxury! This specially curated luxury tour includes scouting for the BIG 5 in five National Parks, witnessing the Great Migration out on the Serengeti, exploring the famous Ngorongoro crater and more!
Oct 9-19, 2025 (Zanzibar add-on Oct 19-23)
EXPERIENCE
Witness the Great Migration as 1.5 million wildebeest roam the Serengeti as they follow the rains; explore the ancient legendary volcanic Ngorongoro crater; walk on treetop canopies watching monkey swing in the trees; soar over the Serengeti savanna in a hot air balloon; take a stroll with some giraffes; make your own cup of coffee from bean to cup; get a photo with an iconic baobab tree; witness the rare tree-climbing lions, and MORE! This is an INDULGENCE TOUR where most of the nights you will spend in exclusive high-end 5 star LUXURY hotels. These are some of the most beautiful, comfortable, and luxurious accommodations Tanzania has to offer!
4 Day Zanzibar add-on
Zanzibar is an island off the coast of Tanzania – and this is where the animal interactions are. You’ll also relax on white pristine beaches and play in the year round warm waters of the picturesque Indian Ocean. This Zanzibar add-on includes 4 nights at a 5 star all-inclusive beachfront hotel, visiting two animal sanctuaries where you can swim with sea turtles, and love on a cheetah, a zebra, bush babies, lemurs, and more! Also included is your domestic flights from mainland Tanzania to Zanzibar and back to Tanzania. (Your International flight to or from Tanzania is not included.)The normal tour (11 days) plus the add-on (4 days) makes it a total of 15 days from landing to take-off.
ADVENTURES
- See hundreds to thousands of Wildebeest on the plains of the Serengeti
- Have the chance to witness a Wildebeest river crossing with crocodiles
- Soar over the vast grasslands of the Serengeti in a hot air balloon ride - with a breakfast in nature
- Safari for two days in the world famous Serengeti savanna scouting for the BIG 5
- See the animals who only come out at night on a Night Safari
- Explore Tarangire National Park to witness the rare tree climbing lions and massive baobab trees
- Adventure in the world famous ancient volcano UNESCO site of the Ngorongoro Crater
- Roam Lake Manyara National Park watching birds, hippos, and flamingos
- Safari in Arusha National Park with forest monkeys including the colobus monkey
- Take a stroll with Giraffes in their natural habitat
- Walk on rope bridges in the treetops and see animals above and below
- Visit a local village at the foot of a mountain
- Visit the "Cradle of Mankind" with earliest evidence of Homo Sapien existence
- Make your own coffee from bean to cup
- Taste honey from local rare bees
- Gift supplies to some local children/villagers
- Receive some Highlight Photos as a THANK YOU gift from us (in digital form)
- ****INCLUDED in the 4 Night Zanzibar Add-On****
- All-inclusive 5 star beachfront hotel and resort
- Relax on the white sands of the Zanzibar island
- Swim with sea turtles at a rehab sanctuary
- Pet a cheetah, feed a zebra, and more at an accredited sanctuary
- Play in the warm Indian Ocean
- Start your journey to Kilimanjaro International Airport
- Connect with each other
- Sightsee or Sleep
Day 1 is your arrival day. Karibu Tanzania! (Welcome to Tanzania)! Once you’ve landed you will be met at airport for a private transfer to your hotel to rest and unwind. If your flight arrives earlier in the day, we’ll explore some local sites and give you your first taste of Tanzania. If you arrive in the evening or feel the effects of travel, we’ll head straight to your hotel, where you can unwind and rest in preparation for the adventures ahead.
- See Mt. Kilimanjaro
- Explore Arusha National Park
- Your luxury hotel room has a view of Mt. Meru (2 nights)
After breakfast we’ll drive to the view spot to see the tallest Mountain in all of Africa. Standing at 19,341 ft (5,895 m), Mt. Kilimanjaro is the tallest LONE MOUNTAIN in the world (not in a chain). I often joke that we haven’t seen any dwarves or dragons here yet though 😉 After some amazing photos and views, we’ll drive to Arusha National Park (over an hour away) where we’ll have our first official Safari.
Arusha National Park is located on the foothills of Mount Meru making it a treasure of wildlife and changing scenery. First we’ll be in a deep jungle home to blue monkeys, colorful turacos, trogons, and the white & black colobus monkeys. In the north the scenery changes to rolling hills and the tranquil Momela lake. Bright pink flamingos migrate here and there are usually herds of zebra and giraffes nearby. Though this is particular park does not have elephants and lions, the scenery and the many other animals make it a must!
- Arusha Day Tour
- Make your own Coffee
- Visit a local village
- Taste rare Honey and exotic spices
- Humanitarian Gift
Today is our culture day. We’ll go at a leisurely pace as we visit a village at the foot of Mt. Meru, make our own coffee from bean-to-cup experience, and taste some exotic spices and rare medicinal honey from the local bees. For one day you’ll be immersed into what life is like in another part of the world.
This is also where we’ll be giving our humanitarian gift. We will come with some basic supplies (already included) to gift to some local school children or the local orphanage. Not only is it heartwarming, we feel it is necessary to give somethiing to the communities that welcome us into their part of the our world.
- Stroll with Giraffes
- Drive to Lake Manyara
- Treetop Walkways
- Safari around Lake Manyara
After breakfast, we’re going to take a 90 min stroll with some giraffes. This experience will be an educational journey on conversation efforts as well as a wonderful experience watching these majestic animals thrive in their natural habitat.
Afterwards we’ll drive a couple hours to a smaller and a lesser-known game reserve called Lake Manyara National Park. It’s more of a diamond in the rough. Lake Manyara has a high concentration of elephants – some of the largest herds anywhere on earth! We’ll also have a chance to see some of the rare tree-climbing lions here! Inside the park is a treetop canopy walk where we’ll experience untouched nature and wildlife from a unique perspective. The lake itself is home to over 400 species of birds including flamingoes, pelicans, and other waterbirds – fifty of them are birds of prey.
- Two days in Tarangire National Park
- Go on a Night Safari
One on of the evenings we’re here, after dinner we’ll head out on a Night Safari where you’ll be able to see the animals that ONLY come out at night – aardvarks, badgers, civets, etc. Plus the animals that are less elusive during the nighttime hours, like rhinos. This is not usually available and this is one of the most perfect parks for this because of all the wildlife concentrated here and the lake. (Please make sure you bring a jack or packable down and a warm hat. It doesn’t matter what time of year it is, it can get cold and night and we’ll be in an open vehicle during this safari).
- Adventure in the Ngorongoro Crater
- The Melia Ngorongoro Luxury hotel is high on the rim overlooking the Crater
Today we’re going to venture into the legendary UNESCO-listed Ngorongoro Crater. Named by Maasai farmers after the sound of the cow bells when herding cattle across the plains, ngoro ngoro, Here, you’ll find yourself inside an ancient volcanic caldera, surrounded by 2,000-foot (600-meter) cliffs. At 102 sq miles (10×12) (264 sq km), it is the largest intact caldera in the world that isn’t full of water. The walls are so high they have essentially cut off the inside from the rest of the world allowing the creation of its own biodiversity inside.
The Ngorongoro Conservation Area is also home to some of the densest mammal populations on earth. Parts of the crater are covered in dense forest while most of the northern end is grassy plains – this is where the animals converge in great numbers. The crater is home to herds of zebra, wildebeest, gazelles, and lions. Its also one of the last places in the world you can see the critically endangered black rhino in the wild, as there are approximately 60 living here. You’ll be immersed into a world where both you and the wildlife are within the vast, breathtaking embrace of this natural wonder. This night we’ll be staying in an exclusive hotel that overlooks this breathtaking marvel.
- Olduwai Gorge
- “Cradle of Mankind”
- Drive to Serengeti
- The Melia Serengeti Luxury Hotel overlooks the Serengeti (3 nights)
In the morning you can relax, unwind, and enjoy the view! After check-out we’ll drive into the world famous plains of the Serengeti. Along the way we’ll stop for a view of the Olduvai Gorge. Known as “The Cradle of Mankind”, it is one of the most important paleoanthroplogolical sites in all the world. Here were found the world’s oldest undisputed Homo Sapien bones and tools from 1.7 million years ago. (We will not be doing the hike to the actual site itself since it’s long and steep, but we will stop at the viewpoint).
We will then drive into the Serengeti. The Serengeti is world renowned for the BIG 5 and for the Great Migration. Every year 1.5+ million wildebeest and 200k zebra follow the rains and grasses making the 5,000 mile (8,047 km) loop from the S. Serengeti, into the Maasai Mara in Kenya, and back down to the South Serengeti where they calve. The Serengeti is truly legendary. It is home to buffaloes, elephants, rhinoceroses, leopards, lions, cheetah, hyenas, topi, gazelle, waterbuck, hartebeest, and so much more! The park is home and host to more than 500 species of birds, including ostriches, crowned cranes, marabou storks and secretary birds; some of the most sought-after and photogenic birds on the planet. We’ll be spending the evening here plus the next two days!
- SAFARI Serengeti National Park (2 Days)
- Hot Air Balloon over the Serengeti (included but optional)
We’re now in the world of The Lion King and the Great Migration wildebeest crossings featured on National Geographic. Over the next two days, we’ll be immersed in the untamed beauty of this iconic landscape. It’s a haven for wildlife, offering opportunities to observe nature at its most authentic. Each day, we’ll set out in search of the Big 5 and watch the diverse array of animals along the way. Keep your camera ready as we search the savannah for lions, leopards, and cheetahs. We’ll marvel at towering giraffes grazing the treetops and magnificent elephants roaming the plains. We’ll see the hippos and crocodiles laze about in the rivers. And, we’ll add zebras, baboons, mongooses, hyenas, and a myriad of other amazing creatures to our scouting list. Our safaris are not just about spotting wildlife; they’re about experiencing the heartbeat of Africa. It’s about connecting with the wild, feeling the pulse of the earth, and creating memories that will last a lifetime. Every moment is filled with wonder!
**This Luxury Tour includes: one evening dinner in the Bush here surrounded by nature and one early morning Hot Air Balloon Ride over the Maasai Mara with a champagne breakfast. The Hot Air Balloon (included but optional). It departs before dawn since the temperature plays a huge role in how long the balloon can stay in the air. You’ll soar over the savanna for an hour watching the animals from a view you can only get from above. Afterwards, you’ll enjoy a scrumptious champagne breakfast out on the savanna. If you prefer not to go, you can opt out and not be charged.
- Fly back home
OR - Fly to Zanzibar for your island add-on
Today we will all be flying out of the Serengeti. You will either be flying back home or continuing on with us for an all inclusive 4 night relaxation and ocean trip to Zanzibar island.
Large planes are NOT allowed into the Serengeti so all planes in and out are small. Because the planes are small, there will be a luggage weight limit and a bag limit when flying – so when you’re at home packing for this trip, keep this in mind! However, you can purchase extra weight if needed. We’ll give you the exact info with your welcome packet. For those who do NOT want to fly on the small planes, there’s an option to drive back with a cruiser or we’ll hire a car. Please note: it is a 6.5 hour DRIVE back to Kilimanjaro International airport, so you’ll want to make sure you have a late evening departure for your return flight home. For those wanting some down time at the beach, we will be flying to Zanzibar straight from the Serengeti so we can spend the afternoon and evening in Zanzibar.
- Free Day
- RELAX and unwind
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- Swim with the Sea Turtles
Day 12 is a Free day for you to sleep, relax, read, soak up the sun, swim in the warm ocean – do whatever you wish. There will be optional tours and water sports available from the hotel if you’re feeling more active (at your own expense).
Day 13 we’ll be taking you out swim with some sea turtles. These turtles are in a sanctuary and caught by nets and in the process of healing before release. You can swim, stand, or sit on the side of their pool – as long as you are holding food, the turtles will come say hi.
This is the info from their site: “Discover the enchanting world of sea turtles at the Swim with Turtles Sanctuary in Zanzibar. This immersive tour offers a unique opportunity to meet, feed, and swim with these majestic creatures in their natural habitat. Perfect for families, the experience combines adventure with education, as you’ll learn about the vital conservation efforts aimed at protecting these endangered species. Explore the serene sanctuary, where knowledgeable guides will share fascinating insights into the lives of these gentle giants. Ideal for all ages, this unforgettable tour provides a memorable encounter with sea turtles and raises awareness about the importance of marine conservation. Dive into an extraordinary experience that blends fun, learning, and a deep connection with nature.”
- Cheetah Rock
- Swim with Otters (included but optional)
Today we’re going to visit Cheetah Rock – a LEGAL, ZIPA accredited and CITES recognized rescue and conservation center. It is a unique, and very special place where people and animals interact directly – face to face, eye to eye, fur to skin. This will be a magical and memorable experience! Just like us, many animals thrive on touch, cuddles, and interaction. The welfare of the animals on Cheetah’s Rock is paramount! Feel the fur of a cheetah, the breath of lions, feed lemurs, zebras and more!
- Goodbyes
- Fly to Dar es Salaam International Airport
- Fly Home
Today marks your last day in Zanzibar and your adventure with us! As part of our service, we will get you to the Zanzibar airport where you will catch your 20 min (yes, 20 min) flight to Dar Es Saalam Airport and from there you can fly back to Kilimanjaro International Airport or straight from Dar es Salaam to your home country. (When booking your International Flight home check departures from both Dar es Salaam (DAR) and Zanzibar (ZNZ) to find the best times and prices).
As we drive you to the airport, we’ll review and share stories from the incredible journey we’ve experienced and the new friendships we’ve made. Asante Sana (Thank you very much)! We sincerely hope you had an amazing adventure with us. We look forward to welcoming you back for more adventures, laughter, memories, and fun in the future!
Accommodations
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Melia Serengeti Lodge
(right) This stunning 5 star lodge is an incredible wildlife experience in the heart of the Serengeti National Park. The Meliá Serengeti Lodge blends into its natural surroundings without relinquishing the services and facilities of a luxury hotel. Here is where we'll experience soaring over the Serengeti in a hot air balloon, and a dinner in the bush. Surrounded by wildlife, you're also sure to spot various animals wandering by. You'll also have views of the nearby Mbalageti river. On Site you'll find different bars and restaurant, a spa for massages and facials, a workout room with gym, poolside bar, and more! There's even an infinity pool for your swimming and viewing pleasure.
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Gran Melia Arusha
(right) This gorgeous 5 star hotel is located at the foot of Mt. Meru. Wake up refreshed to a beautiful mountain view right from your room! An oasis within Arusha set out on 18 acres of beautiful landscaped coffee and tea plantations. Pure tranquility with spectacular views of Mount Meru. Gran Melia Arusha offers a unique experience combining the most exciting once-in-a-lifetime safari destination with state-of-the-art facilities. Here you'll find an outside pool, a rooftop bar and terrace, a spa, salon, massages, poolside bar, gym, and more!
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Ngorongoro Lodge Melia
(left) The exclusive and exqusite 5 star lodge is located high up on the Rim of the Ngorongoro crater. Relax by the fire and sip some wine as you view the vast UNESCO crater below. Both the interior and exterior designs are in harmony with the environment that surrounds it. Its facilities and services are respectful of the natural environment. The hotel, with a sustainable philosophy, has been designed for guests to feel immersed in the Tanzanian culture. It has all the comforts and handcrafted decoration that imbues the spaces with their own personality. A prime location where you can live an exclusive and memorable adventure. On site there is an outdoor pool, spa, sauna, and workout room with gym, and more!
Why Choose Windswept Safaris...
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TWO EXPERT GUIDES
Most tour companies only provide you with one tour guide - who is also your driver. Windswept Safaris provides you with TWO tour guides, Shelly and O.D., who are with you from private airport pickup to airport drop off. They are there to help you feel as comfortable as possible and know you are well taken care of. Two guides also ensures you receive a lot of personalized attention and everything runs as smoothly as possible. If there are more than seven in your party, we will add in another tour guide/driver to make sure everyone is well looked after.
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Shelly as a Tour Guide
Shelly (with the tortoise), is a HUGE asset to have in your corner. She is an American who has worked for Delta airlines and has a degree in Global Studies (history, culture, and religions of the world). She has also traveled to over 30 countries spending many months in Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. From these experiences she has a deep understanding of the ins and outs of travel and many of our worlds cultures. She now lives in Kenya more than half of the year and is integrated into the Maasai culture. She is also a professional level photographer who loves taking photographs of the wildlife. All of these experiences and attributes help her to better accommodate you and make your trip even more incredible!
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Average Safari Costs
The average Safari price in Kenya ranges from $125 a night to $3,500 per person per night depending a lot on your accommodations and transportation. At Windswept Safaris, we offer three main Safari tiers: Value, Classic, and Luxury. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional value with every tour. While we include a range of exclusive extras, most of our tours remain competitively priced within the mid-range of industry standards. If you're seeking the lowest price, we may not be the best fit, but if you’re looking for unmatched quality and value for your investment, you won’t find a better option anywhere else.
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Memorable Photos
We will capture some highlights of the magical moments from your journey and gift them to you (digital downloads) as a Thank You for adventuring with us! There will also be the option to purchase professional level photos of the savanna animals as taken by Shelly. What better way to reminisce and showcase the experiences you had then seeing incredible photos of the actual animals - as you saw them - hanging on your wall!
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Full Day Safaris
We know you came on this trip to see LOTS of animals! We LOVE seeing them too! So, we spend as much time as we can out on the lookout for animals. Most companies only spend a few hours in the morning and a couple of hours in the evening out observing the wildlife, but we will always give you the option of a full day safari!
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Participation
We provide many activities for those who prefer to see as much as possible. But, as travelers, we also understand the need for rest and relaxation so you always have the option to sit out whatever you wish.
What's Included and What's Not
Inclusions
O.D. and I are on every tour regardless of size. For groups larger than 7, we will then have two cruisers which means an additional driver/tour guide. This way you will benefit from the expertise and personal attention of three knowledgeable guides.
Enjoy beautiful and comfortable accommodations in hotels, camps, and lodges throughout your adventure. All meals from arrival to departure (except airport meals) are included, offering a mix of local and international cuisines. If you have a dietary need, let us know and we’ll see what we can do to help accommodate you. Tanzania is still a developing country so be aware that it might not be possible.
Travel in style and comfort in our Land Cruisers with a pop-up top and interchangeable windows or roll-up windows for optimal wildlife viewing. Your transportation includes a professional driver, fuel, and all necessary transfers once you’re in Tanzania. Each cruiser holds 6-7 guests.
ALL entrance fees to national parks, conservancies, and other attractions are included.
Drinkable water varies too much, so we provide you with unlimited filtered drinking water throughout your trip.
Most of our tours include a humanitarian gift as a way of giving back and helping the locals at the ground level. This usually involves taking school supplies to a local school or supplies to families in need. A small portion of your tour price goes to pay for this gift. If you wish to contribute more, your contribution is always welcome. 100% of it will go to our gift.
Some of your most cherished moments will be captured by us. We will give you some of these photos as a Thank You for coming on our tour. An option will be available to purchase professional quality photos from your trip if you desire.
Tips for hotel staff and Restaurants are included in Tanzania and Zanzibar.
Your domestic flight from the Serengeti to Zanzibar and from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam are included
Room and board for 5 days, 4 nights on the beach
Travel to and from and swimming with otters, petting a cheetah, lemurs, a zebra, etc. are included
Swimming with the Sea Turtles at the Zanzibar Sanctuary
Exclusions
Your journey to and from Tanzania is not included. If you need assistance booking your airfare, just ask us and we can refer you to a trusted travel agent
Ensure your passport is current with two blank pages and at least six months of validity upon arrival. Most travelers will need a Visa to enter Tanzania, which can be easily applied for online.
Tanzania is changing from Visa to ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) so we will keep you updated. If needed, we can help you in this process. Please start one month in advance.
Because there are many unknowns, we REQUIRE to you obtain travel insurance – including “cancel for any reason” coverage (when available). We like World Nomads Travel Insurance, but the company is up to you.
Please note some vaccines are recommended, but NONE are required to get into Tanzania UNLESS you’re coming from a country that contains high amounts of yellow fever (or you have a layover in a country with yellow fever for more than 12 hours).
The USA and Europe require no vaccines. Persons above a certain age may be exempt from vaccine requirement. We are not responsible if you get sick, so please take care of yourself in whatever way you see fit. (More info given in the travel packet).
Please bring, and continue to take, any personal medications as prescribed by your doctor.
Unless otherwise stated, alcohol is not included. When it is, the hotel will show you what specific beers, wines, and spirits they are offering. Tips for bartender and bar attendants not included.
Personal services, such as massages, are at your own expense. Tips for personal service are also at your own expense.
There will be some wonderful shopping opportunities for souvenirs and gifts and our adventures – all purchases will be at your own expense
Unless otherwise stated, laundry services are not included. However, most camps and hotels provide the option. We suggest packing 6-7 days worth of clothes and washing once.
Zanzibar is partially independent from Tanzania. They REQUIRE their own separate insurance policy regardless of any other insurance you have.
You purchase this through the Zanzibar Insurance Corporation (ZIC) and can be obtained when applying for your Tanzanian e-visa. It is recommended that you obtain the insurance in advance rather than upon arrival.
The new insurance provides coverage for emergency medical expenses, personal accidents, baggage delay, theft, legal expenses, personal liability, and repatriation expenses for Zanzibar.
Adventure Investment
11-Day LUXURY INDULGENCE Tour Tanzania. We only have 8 rooms total for solo or double occupancy (12 spots max). Prices are in USD or equivalent.
11-Day Tanzanian Adventure:
- Single occupancy: $18,775 USD per person
- Double occupancy: $15,675 USD per person
5 day, 4-night Zanzibar 5 star hotel add-on:
- Single occupancy: $4,637 USD per person
- Double occupancy: $3,837 USD per person
If you would like to be paired with someone, let me know and I can put you on a list of potential roommates.
Accommodations: The accommodations in this itinerary are among the very best you can get in Tanzania
Changes: If you want to stay more days or less, we can make those arrangements for you.
Payment Options:
FLEXIBLE PAYMENT PLAN: To make your dream safari more accessible, we offer flexible payment plans. After your deposit is made, you can choose between equal monthly payments or three lump sum payments (auto-withdrawn). An amount of 3% is added to the balance (after deposit) if you chose to use a payment plan. Full payment is required 60 days before departure to ensure all arrangements are smoothly finalized.
Deposit: A deposit of 22% secures your spot. Your deposit is non-refundable (but is postponable and transferable). By making your deposit, you are agreeing to the terms and conditions. Read them first here. terms and conditions.
Deposits and payments can be made via Square, Venmo, and PayPal.
Contact me directly at [email protected] for any questions you might have (or to get put on the list for any future trips). Keep in mind time zones vary a lot in this world, so a response straight from me might not be immediate. We can correspond per your choice of email, phone, or video call.
