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Private lantern-lit safari dinner at Asanja Ndembo
Tanzania Anniversary Safari

7-Days Tanzania Luxury Anniversary Safari

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Trip Overview

The 7-Days Tanzania Luxury Anniversary Safari begins in Arusha and finishes in Mount Meru. Its route includes Serengeti and Mount Meru, following the destination order and transfers set out in the day-by-day itinerary.

The journey is shaped around a sunrise balloon safari and scheduled domestic flights, with a private pace and couples-focused stays.

Every safari day brings a different perspective on Tanzania’s landscapes and wildlife. Explore the route below to see how activities, journeys between destinations and overnight stays fit together. Our local team can help you consider seasonal wildlife movements, the time available and accommodation preferences before you make a decision.

Where every day follows the rhythm of the journey
Wildebeest moving across the plains of Serengeti National ParkSerengeti
Cheetah in the grasslands of the Serengeti ecosystemSerengeti Wildlife
Hot-air balloon above the Serengeti plainsSerengeti from Above
Lions resting in open northern Tanzania safari countryPredator Country
Moments along the route
Safari Highlights

Your Journey Highlights

  • Arusha city and Mount Meru on arrival in TanzaniaMeet the local team, complete the planned transfer and settle in before the active part of the journey begins.
  • Fly to Serengeti – Begin Your Anniversary Safari at Asanja MoruTravel across the Serengeti with time for game viewing, adapting the day’s route to current wildlife activity and seasonal conditions.
  • Full-Day Serengeti Safari – Wildlife Encounters & Golden PlainsTravel across the Serengeti with time for game viewing, adapting the day’s route to current wildlife activity and seasonal conditions.
  • Flexible Day – Optional Safari or Relaxation for TwoExperience this stage with the route, guiding and daily pace described in the detailed itinerary below.
  • Serengeti Balloon Safari & Final Game DriveSee the landscape from above on the scheduled balloon experience, then continue the day with the route and activities described in the itinerary.
  • Morning Farewell & Fly Back to ArushaUse the scheduled air connection to link the route efficiently, with transfers coordinated between the airstrip and the next activity or stay.

Your Itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Arusha – Settle into Your Luxury Retreat

  • Transfer: JRO → Gran Meliá Arusha (Approx. 1.5 hour)
  • Activity: Arrival & Transfer
  • Meals Included: Dinner

On arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, meet your Safari Escort representative for the private transfer to Gran Meliá Arusha. Check in and enjoy the afternoon together at your own pace, whether you prefer the gardens, pool or simple rest after the flight. Any spa treatment or special arrangement should be confirmed separately with the hotel. Your guide will review the next day’s pickup and safari route so the anniversary journey begins smoothly.

Accommodation

Gran Meliá Arusha

Gran Meliá Arusha is a full-service hotel set in landscaped grounds in Arusha with Mount Meru forming part of the wider setting. Contemporary rooms and suites provide a polished arrival or departure base before journeys into northern Tanzania. The property offers several dining spaces, gardens and wellness facilities, allowing time to rest without adding another transfer into the itinerary. Its Arusha location works especially well around flights, safari briefings and connections to Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Serengeti.

LocationArushaStay styleOvernight accommodation
Day 02

Fly to Serengeti – Begin Your Anniversary Safari at Asanja Moru

  • Flight: 10:00 AM flight from Arusha Airport to Seronera Airstrip (approx. 1 hr)
  • Activity: Fly-in Safari & Game Drive
  • Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast at 08:00 AM, you’ll be transferred to Arusha Airport for your 10:00 AM scenic flight to Serengeti National Park. As you soar over the Great Rift Valley, you’ll get your first glimpse of the landscapes you’ll soon explore. Upon arrival at Seronera Airstrip, your professional safari guide will meet you with a private 4x4 safari vehicle. The region is known for its large prides of lions and dramatic granite boulders. Later, enjoy a romantic dinner by candlelight or a private sundowner setup arranged for your anniversary.

Accommodation

Asanja Moru

Asanja Moru is an intimate tented camp beside the granite outcrops of Moru Kopjes in the central-southern Serengeti. The kopje setting gives the camp a strong sense of place and keeps guests close to year-round game-viewing country. Canvas suites and shared lounge and dining spaces provide a comfortable base without losing contact with the surrounding plains. It is especially well positioned for itineraries exploring central Serengeti habitats before continuing north, south or toward Ngorongoro.

LocationSerengetiStay styleOvernight accommodation
Day 03

Full-Day Serengeti Safari – Wildlife Encounters & Golden Plains

  • Activity: Game Drive
  • Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch (picnic), Dinner

Today you’ll dive deep into the Serengeti’s wonders. After an early breakfast, set out for a full-day game drive, exploring Central Serengeti’s River valleys and the ancient Moru Kopjes. This region offers a great chance to see big cats like leopards, lions, and cheetahs, as well as elephants, giraffes, hippos, and migratory herds (depending on season). Your guide will set up a picnic lunch in a scenic, shaded spot, allowing you to dine with views of the savannah.

Accommodation

Asanja Moru

Asanja Moru is an intimate tented camp beside the granite outcrops of Moru Kopjes in the central-southern Serengeti. The kopje setting gives the camp a strong sense of place and keeps guests close to year-round game-viewing country. Canvas suites and shared lounge and dining spaces provide a comfortable base without losing contact with the surrounding plains. It is especially well positioned for itineraries exploring central Serengeti habitats before continuing north, south or toward Ngorongoro.

LocationSerengetiStay styleOvernight accommodation
Day 04

Flexible Day – Optional Safari or Relaxation for Two

  • Head out for another game drive
  • Activity: Game Drive
  • Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today is yours to shape as you wish. You might: Whether you want action or stillness, this day gives you space to reconnect and celebrate in nature. Your guide will shape the route around current wildlife activity, road conditions and the best available viewing areas. Stops are unhurried, allowing time to observe animal behaviour, photograph the landscape and understand how the park’s habitats connect. Rather than chasing a checklist, the day follows the rhythms of the ecosystem and the guide’s local knowledge. Breaks are arranged at suitable points while keeping the experience comfortable, focused and respectful of the wildlife.

Accommodation

Asanja Moru

Asanja Moru is an intimate tented camp beside the granite outcrops of Moru Kopjes in the central-southern Serengeti. The kopje setting gives the camp a strong sense of place and keeps guests close to year-round game-viewing country. Canvas suites and shared lounge and dining spaces provide a comfortable base without losing contact with the surrounding plains. It is especially well positioned for itineraries exploring central Serengeti habitats before continuing north, south or toward Ngorongoro.

LocationSerengetiStay styleOvernight accommodation
Day 05

Serengeti Balloon Safari & Final Game Drive

  • Activity: Hot Air Balloon Safari & Game Drive
  • Meals Included: Breakfast (bush), Lunch, Dinner

Today is the highlight of your safari. Wake up before dawn and transfer to the balloon launch site for a magical hot air balloon ride over the Serengeti. As the sun rises, you'll silently drift above the plains, spotting herds of wildebeest, elephants, and possibly predators from the air. It's a breathtaking and unforgettable anniversary gift to yourselves. After landing, you’ll be treated to a champagne bush breakfast, set in the middle of the wilderness. Enjoy gourmet food surrounded by acacia trees and the sounds of the wild. This last full day in the bush offers a chance to revisit a favorite spot, track lions or cheetahs, or simply take in the Serengeti one last time.

Accommodation

Asanja Moru

Asanja Moru is an intimate tented camp beside the granite outcrops of Moru Kopjes in the central-southern Serengeti. The kopje setting gives the camp a strong sense of place and keeps guests close to year-round game-viewing country. Canvas suites and shared lounge and dining spaces provide a comfortable base without losing contact with the surrounding plains. It is especially well positioned for itineraries exploring central Serengeti habitats before continuing north, south or toward Ngorongoro.

LocationSerengetiStay styleOvernight accommodation
Day 06

Morning Farewell & Fly Back to Arusha

  • Flight: 10:45 AM flight from Seronera Airstrip to Arusha Airport (approx. 1 hr)
  • Activity: Departure & Transfer
  • Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Say goodbye to your safari guide and board your 10:45 AM return flight to Arusha. Spend the afternoon at the spa, enjoy a coffee tasting, or shop for local crafts and keepsakes. This is a perfect evening to reflect on the magical journey you’ve just shared.

Accommodation

Gran Meliá Arusha

Gran Meliá Arusha is a full-service hotel set in landscaped grounds in Arusha with Mount Meru forming part of the wider setting. Contemporary rooms and suites provide a polished arrival or departure base before journeys into northern Tanzania. The property offers several dining spaces, gardens and wellness facilities, allowing time to rest without adding another transfer into the itinerary. Its Arusha location works especially well around flights, safari briefings and connections to Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Serengeti.

LocationArushaStay styleOvernight accommodation
Day 07

Departure – Fly Home with Forever Memories

  • Transfer: Gran Meliá → Kilimanjaro International Airport
  • Activity: Departure & Transfer
  • Meals Included: Breakfast

After a relaxed breakfast, your driver will take you to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your international flight. You leave Tanzania with hearts full of joy, memories of unforgettable wildlife encounters, and the bond of a special anniversary adventure spent together in Africa’s wild heart.

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Your Safari Package

Included & Excluded

Included

Included in the published itinerary

  • Domestic flights:
  • All airport and airstrip transfers
  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle and guide in Serengeti
  • Serengeti Balloon Safari with champagne bush breakfast
  • 6 nights’ luxury accommodation:
  • All meals listed in the itinerary
  • All national park, conservation, and concession fees
  • Bottled drinking water and soft drinks on safari
  • Special anniversary touches: private dinners, sundowners, etc.
Not included

Additional costs

  • International flights to/from Tanzania
  • Entry visa and travel insurance
  • Tips and gratuities for guides and lodge staff
  • Personal expenses (laundry, souvenirs, minibar)
  • Optional activities not listed
  • Alcoholic beverages unless specified
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Safari Questions,
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7 days / 6 nights. The day-by-day itinerary shows where each overnight falls. Check arrival and departure flight times before arranging onward travel, and ask us if you would prefer a slower pace or an extra night.

From $5,790 per person. Ask for a quote for your dates and group size. The final quote depends on travel dates, group size, room choice and any flights or extras. Request a written breakdown of park fees, accommodation, meals, transfers and exclusions before you book.

Serengeti National Park. Use the day-by-day route above to see the order of visits. Ask for estimated road or flight times between stops for your chosen dates; that is often more useful than counting destinations alone.

Gran Meliá Arusha, Asanja Moru. Exact properties and room types depend on availability. Ask us to confirm each stay, its location, meal plan and any proposed alternative in writing before paying a deposit.