Five-Day Honeymooner safari
5 days—Private safari to the most famous wildlife sanctuaries in the world
$3000-6500 USD
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Safari summary
The 5-Day Northern Circuit Honeymoon Safari in Tanzania blends romance, adventure, and luxurious wilderness experiences across the country’s most iconic national parks. Designed for couples seeking an intimate and unforgettable getaway, this safari offers private game drives, handpicked boutique accommodations, and breathtaking landscapes while ensuring comfort, exclusivity, and personalized service.
The journey typically begins in Arusha, where couples can unwind after arrival and enjoy a peaceful introduction to Tanzania’s scenic beauty. The safari then ventures into Tarangire National Park, famed for its giant baobabs, vast elephant herds, and picturesque river valleys. Private picnics, sundowners, and slow, scenic drives create a tranquil start to the adventure.
Next, the safari continues to the world-renowned Serengeti National Park, the heart of the Great Migration and home to endless plains teeming with wildlife. Honeymooners experience intimate bush dinners, optional hot-air balloon safaris at sunrise, and luxurious tented camps that combine romance with the sounds of the wild. Game drives offer chances to see lions, cheetahs, leopards, giraffes, zebras, and massive wildebeest herds roaming freely across the savannah.
The fifth day often concludes at the stunning Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its dramatic caldera walls and extraordinary density of wildlife. Couples descend into the crater floor for a final, unforgettable game drive where the “Big Five” can often be spotted in a single day. A private lakeside picnic or champagne moment on the crater rim completes the experience.
Throughout the safari, couples enjoy high-end lodges or luxury camps featuring candlelit dinners, private verandas, and exceptional hospitality. Romantic touches—such as special turndown services, celebratory dinners, and secluded viewpoints—elevate the journey into a truly memorable honeymoon escape.
This 5-day itinerary offers the perfect balance of romance and exploration, allowing newlyweds to celebrate their union while discovering Tanzania’s unparalleled natural wonders. It is ideal for couples seeking meaningful experiences, spectacular wildlife encounters, and intimate moments in breathtaking African landscapes all wrapped into a short but immersive luxury adventure.
About this tour
| Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
| Main focus | Game drives | |
| Activity level | Easy activity | |
| Best months | All months | |
| Countries | ||
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Bird watching—with professional guide
- Night game drives
- Wildlife sanctuaries
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Alcoholic beverages
- All drinks
- Hot air balloons
- Internal flights
- International flights
- Laundry
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Your romantic safari in Tanzania begins in Arusha, the gateway to the Northern Circuit. Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) and transfer to a luxury lodge in Arusha. Enjoy a romantic welcome dinner and a briefing from your private guide about the exciting Tanzania honeymoon itinerary ahead.
Public campsite, tented lodge and luxurious lodge
Day 2: Arusha to Lake Manyara
Lake Manyara
Start your Tanzania safari for couples with a private drive to Lake Manyara National Park, known for its flamingos and tree-climbing lions. Enjoy a private game drive and a picnic lunch in a scenic spot, perfect for couples. End the day at a romantic lodge with views of the Rift Valley.
Public campsite, tented lodge and luxurious lodge
Day 3: Lake Manyara to Serengeti
Travel to Serengeti National Park for the first of your 2 nights in Serengeti. Enjoy a game drive en route, spotting lions, elephants, and, if timed right, the Great Migration. Arrive at a romantic tented camp, where you’ll enjoy a candlelit dinner under the stars.
Public campsite, tented lodge and luxurious lodge
Day 4: Full-Day Serengeti
Spend your second of 2 nights in Serengeti with a full day of private game drives. Explore the park’s vast plains, seeking out the Big Five and dramatic predator-prey moments. Enjoy a sunset champagne toast, a highlight of this Serengeti honeymoon package, before returning to your intimate camp.
Public campsite,Tented lodge and luxurious lodge
Day 5: Serengeti to Ngorongoro
After a morning game drive in the Serengeti, travel to the Ngorongoro Crater for a private game drive in this wildlife haven. Spot black rhinos and flamingos, then enjoy a romantic picnic lunch in the crater. Return to Arusha for your departure, concluding your luxury honeymoon safari in Tanzania.
Lodge
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