PRIVATE SAFARI TANZANIA
SAFARI IN TANZANIA
A private safari with Bright Tanzania is a fully customized trip through Tanzania’s northern circuit, with your own 4×4 jeep and English-speaking driver-guide. The itinerary will be tailored to your needs and can combine parks such as the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara and Arusha National Park. Tanzania is one of the most beautiful safari countries in the world, and with so many parks in the north, we will help you choose the right destination to suit your ultimate safari.
Bright Tanzania will help you make this choice with appropriate advice tailored to your needs, number of travel days and budget. On this basis, we put together a detailed travel program. After confirming the booking, we make sure that everything is perfectly arranged for you: from dietary requirements to park permits. Our jeeps are checked before every trip and are equipped with comfortable seats, refrigerator for chilled drinks and a pop-up roof for the best views.
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TAILOR-MADE PRIVATE JOURNEY
FOR ANY COMPANY
Bright Tanzania offers tailor-made private tours for individual travelers, families and families who want to discover the nature, authentic culture and heritage of Tanzania.
Tanzania has so much more to offer than just safaris, during a safari you will certainly also get to know the warm, hospitable people. During our game drives in various national parks you will discover the diverse African wildlife. We depart from your lodge or hotel for your private safari. Our expert guides will take you deep into the wilderness, where you will see unimaginable wildlife up close. From large numbers of lions to cheetahs and from leopards to herds of elephants, it is incredible how many animals you can spot here. Zebras, giraffes, buffalo and hundreds of species of birds. Chances are you will even see lions chasing wildebeest or gazelles: as if you were in the middle of a nature program.
POSITIVE IMPACT
& RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL
Bright Tanzania is about more than just unforgettable travel. Bright Tanzania combines luxury and customized travel with sustainable initiatives. By booking a trip you contribute to our mission “tocreate a positive impact on the quality of life of the local team“. You have an eye for the population and directly support the local team, through this you enable local reinvestment and this creates more employment and better living conditions. The community in Moshi benefits from the trip you book. Our team members receive a fair monthly wage, build up a pension and are insured for medical expenses. Working under good conditions results in job satisfaction and that is what our travelers experience. The entire team, both in the Netherlands and in Tanzania, goes the extra mile to ensure that every traveler has the dream trip of a lifetime.
SUSTAINABLE INITIATIVES
SUPPORT LOCAL PROJECTS
Bright Tanzania supports several local projects. One of the collaborations is with Light of Hope Organization in the village of Mto wa Mbu, here orphaned youth are trained as guides. They guide bicycle tours and village walks and are given the opportunity to develop in the tourism industry. Another project is Materuni Primary School, in the rainforest at the foot of Kilimanjaro lies Materuni, here Bright Tanzania annually provides new teaching materials and educational games for the students. The youth of Materuni provide our walking tours to the waterfalls and teach travelers all about rural life. At Lake Natron, we support the Maasai women with materials so they can sell their handmade jewelry weekly at the market in Longido.
Bright Tanzania’s strength: ‘We are the flywheel for future opportunities. Travelers not only make wonderful memories, but directly contribute to something bigger.’
BOOKING YOUR PRIVATE SAFARI IS EASY
FOLLOW OUR 6 STEPS
1. Decide when you want to go on vacation
2. Decide how many days you want to vacation
3. Determine the number of safari and beach days
4. Determine the budget per person
5. Decide which national parks you want to visit
6. Make additional wishes known
You will always receive an initial travel program based on the above points. This program will give you a good impression of the day-to-day details of your tailor-made Tanzania trip and the associated costs. Together with you we will discuss whether any adjustments are desirable and if so desired we will adjust the travel program until it is your ultimate journey.
ALL OUR TANZANIA TRIPS INCLUDE:*
- Stay at the accommodations
- Full board (3 meals per day)
- Richly stocked lunch boxes during safaris
- Transfers to and from the airport
- Transportation to accommodations
- Experienced English-speaking driver and guide
- 4×4 jeep with pop-up roof for game drives
- All safaris and excursions as booked
- All park entrances, Wildlife fees and taxes
- Unlimited mineral water, coffee and tea
* unless otherwise agreed upon
OUR PRIVATE TRIPS DO NOT INCLUDE:*
- International flights, visa applications
- Travel, cancellation and health insurance
- Tipping for guides and accommodation staff
- Alcoholic beverages
- Personal purchases such as souvenirs
* unless otherwise agreed upon
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a private safari in Tanzania cost?
The price of a private safari in Tanzania varies based on the number of travel days, accommodation level and the national parks chosen. Indicatively, a 7-day private safari starts around from €2,750 per person. Bright Tanzania tailors each travel program to suit your needs, duration and budget.
How many days does a private safari in Tanzania typically last?
A private safari in Tanzania takes an average of 6 to 10 days. With 6 days, you can easily visit the highlights of northern Tanzania - Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire. For travelers who also want to relax, the safari is often combined with a stay on Zanzibar, bringing the total trip duration to 10 to 14 days.
What is the difference between a private safari and a group safari?
On a private safari, you travel in your own 4×4 jeep with driver-guide and decide the pace, route and stops yourself. On a group safari, you share the vehicle with other travelers and follow a set program. A private safari offers more flexibility and privacy, making it the standard at Bright Tanzania - ideal for couples, families and travelers who want to tailor their trip completely to their own needs.
Which national parks will you visit on a private safari in northern Tanzania?
The most visited parks in northern Tanzania are Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park and Arusha National Park. The Serengeti is known for the Great Migration and large predator populations, Ngorongoro Crater is a natural wonder where you can spot the Big Five in one day, and Tarangire is famous for its elephant herds and baobab trees. Bright Tanzania tailors the parks program to the length of your trip and your interests.
What is included in a Bright Tanzania private safari?
A Bright Tanzania private safari includes: all overnight accommodations, full board (three meals per day), stocked lunchboxes during game drives, transfers to and from the airport, transportation in a 4×4 jeep with pop-up roof, an experienced English-speaking driver-guide, all park entrances and wildlife fees, and unlimited mineral water, coffee and tea. Not included are international flights, visa, travel and cancellation insurance, gratuities and alcoholic beverages.
What animals can you spot during a safari in Tanzania?
On a safari in Tanzania, you will usually see large populations of lion, elephant, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, buffalo and leopard. In Ngorongoro Crater, there is a good chance of seeing all members of the Big Five - lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and the rare black rhino. In addition, cheetahs, hippos, crocodiles, hyenas and hundreds of bird species live in the northern Tanzanian parks.
What is the best travel time for a safari in Tanzania?
The best travel time for a safari in Tanzania is from June through October - the dry season, when animals gather around water sources and wildlife is highly visible. January and February are ideal for experiencing the calving season of wildebeest and zebra in southern Serengeti. Tanzania can be visited year-round for a safari, including during the green months of March to May, provided occasional rain is taken into account.
What is the booking process for a customized private safari?
The booking process involves six steps: you indicate your desired travel period, the number of travel days, the division between safari and beach days, the budget per person, the desired national parks and additional wishes. Based on this information you will receive an initial travel program with day-to-day details and a price indication. Then the program will be refined until it fully meets your wishes, after which the booking will be confirmed.
