5 Days Tanzania Luxury Safari In December: Holiday Season Wildlife Safari

5-Day Tanzania Luxury Safari In December – Enjoy Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Lake Manyara with private game drives, luxury lodges, and festive holiday wildlife experiences.

5 Days Celebrate the Holidays Amidst Tanzania’s Wildlife

This 5-day luxury safari in December blends holiday relaxation with wildlife adventures. Guests explore Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Lake Manyara on private game drives, enjoy luxury lodges, and experience Tanzania’s lush green season. Ideal for families, couples, and travelers seeking festive safari experiences.

Tour Highlights:

Day 1

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Day 2

Tarangire to Serengeti (Afternoon Game Drive)

Day 3

Serengeti Morning Game Drive to Ngorongoro

Day 4

Ngorongoro Crater Full-Day Tour

Day 5

Lake Manyara Full-Day Tour – Back to Arusha

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Duration 5 Days

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Arrival Day: Arrival – Kilimanjaro Airport to Arusha

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer 1 hour to Arusha. Evening orientation introduces lodge amenities and December safari itinerary. Sunset cocktails and gourmet dinner set the tone for a luxurious safari.

Destination: Kilimanjaro Airport

Accommodation: Arusha Serena Hotel

luxury 4 star lodge

Meals & Drinks: Lunch, Dinner

Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Drive 2–3 hours to Tarangire. Morning and afternoon game drives focus on elephants, lions, and giraffes thriving in lush landscapes. Picnic lunch amid savannah greenery. Evening sundowners and gourmet dinner at lodge

Destination: Tarangire

Accommodation: Lemala Mpingo Ridge

luxury 5 star lodge

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Tarangire to Serengeti (Afternoon Game Drive)

Drive 4–5 hours to Serengeti. Afternoon game drive highlights lions, cheetahs, and wildebeest. Evening check-in at luxury lodge or tented camp. Sunset cocktails and dinner under starlit skies.

Destination: Central Serengeti

Accommodation: Serengeti Sopa Lodge

luxury 4 star lodge

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Serengeti Morning Game Drive to Ngorongoro

Early morning Serengeti drive for photography and wildlife observation. Mid-morning 4–5 hour scenic drive to Ngorongoro. Evening lodge check-in overlooking crater rim. Sunset cocktails and dinner

Destination: Central Serengeti

Accommodation: Rhino Lodge

luxury 4 star lodge

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater Full-Day Tour

Full-day crater descent for rhinos, lions, elephants, and flamingos. Picnic lunch in crater valley. Afternoon game drive continues wildlife exploration. Evening sunset cocktails and gourmet dinner

Destination: Ngorongoro Crater

Accommodation: Rhino Lodge

luxury 4 star lodge

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Lake Manyara Full-Day Tour – Back to Arusha

Drive 4–5 hours to Lake Manyara for full-day safari. Observe tree-climbing lions, hippos, and abundant birdlife. Picnic lunch lakeside. Afternoon drive back to Arusha. Evening dinner concludes safari

Destination: Lake Manyara

Accommodation: Arusha Serena Hotel

luxury 4 star lodge

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

TOUR PRICE/COST

We offer two pricing options:

Private Tour (Sharing Price)

The cost is shared within your private group. More people means a lower price per person.

Group Joining Tour

Join others on a fixed-date tour at a set per-person rate—ideal for solo travelers or small groups.

Private (Shared) Price

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PRICE INCLUSIONS & PRICE EXCLUSIONS

Inclusions

✓ Rescue fee

✓ Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)

✓ All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)

✓ All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)

✓ All Taxes/VAT

Exclusions

International flights to/from the start/end of the tour

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour

Tips: tipping guideline

Personal items

Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

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5 Days Tanzania Luxury Safari In December: Holiday Season Wildlife Safari

5-Day Tanzania Luxury Safari In December – Enjoy Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Lake Manyara with private game drives, luxury lodges, and festive holiday wildlife experiences.

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Amazing Tanzania Experience

5/5

Spending Christmas in the Serengeti was the highlight of our lives. The luxury lodge organized a bush dinner that was better than any 5-star hotel in London

By: Barnaby J. Sterling-Wood

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Once in a Lifetime Safari

5/5

The green landscape in December is breathtaking. We saw so many lion cubs! The luxury 4x4 was very comfortable even during the short rains. 10/10

By: Dr. Linnea Sjöberg-Holm

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Perfect Wildlife Adventure

5/5

Top-tier hospitality. Celebrating New Year's Eve overlooking the Ngorongoro Crater was a spiritual experience. The service was gold-standard throughout

By: Sterling P. Vance-Cunningham

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Amazing Tanzania Experience

5/5

Magnificent! The southern Serengeti was alive with animals. The luxury tented lodge was elegant, warm, and very festive. Simply world-class

By: Chiara Morena-Lombardi

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Once in a Lifetime Safari

5/5

A very sophisticated festive holiday. No dust, just beautiful green plains and gourmet food. The private guide was an expert at finding the cheetahs

By: Jacques Beaumont-Richelieu

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Perfect Wildlife Adventure

5/5

Very professional and safe. December is a busy month, but the organization was so smooth we felt like the only people in the park. Excellent lodges

By: Haruto Takahashi-Tanaka

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good experience ever

5/5

The perfect way to end the year. The wildlife sightings in the Ndutu area were incredible. Truly a premium way to experience the Tanzanian summer

By: Dr. Elena Rodriguez-Velasco

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Luxury in the Wild

5/5

Brilliant logistics! Flying from the coast to the bush saved us so much time. The luxury lodges were masterpieces of festive decorations and hospitality

By: Alistair McAllister-Grey

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