Honeymoon Safari Trip Tanzania
Our Honeymoon Safari in Tanzania is designed for couples seeking both romance and adventure. Begin in Arusha before exploring Tarangire National Park, home to elephants and baobabs, followed by the lush beauty of Lake Manyara and the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater. Continue into the world-famous Serengeti, where thrilling game drives and a magical hot air balloon safari await. Each stay is carefully chosen for comfort and intimacy, with eco-tented camps and lodges offering the perfect balance of wilderness and romance. The journey concludes with a flight to Zanzibar, where turquoise waters and white-sand beaches set the stage for relaxation. An unforgettable start to your new chapter together.
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At Hey Safaris, you can customize your trip. Our sample itineraries are adjustable to your preferences. Our specialists work together with you to create your dream journey!
DAY 1
Arrival day
Today, you arrive directly at Kilimanjaro International Airport (time and flight information to be confirmed) and will be transferred to your pre-safari lodge in Arusha.
Approximate driving time: 1-2 hours to Arusha
Meals included: Dinner/Lunch/Breakfast
Extra activities or add-ons included: Airport transfer
African Tulip Hotel
Mid-range Lodge
DAY 2
Tarangire National Park
Proceed to Tarangire National Park for a game drive.
Approximate driving time: 2-3 hours to Tarangire
Game drive included: Late morning (time permitting), afternoon.
Meals included: Breakfast, picnic lunch, dinner
Extra activities or add-ons excluded: Walking safari, night game drive
Commonly seen animals: Elephant, Giraffe, Buffalo, Zebra, Wildebeest, Lion, Warthog, Impala, Waterbuck, Ostrich, Dik-dik, Vervet Monkey, Baboon, Yellow-billed Stork, Lesser Kudu.
Occasionally seen animals: Leopard, Hyena, Jackal, Python, Mongoose, Reedbuck, Hartebeest, Marabou Stork, Lovebird, Greater Kudu.
Rarely seen animals: Cheetah, African Wild Dog, Eland, Bat-eared Fox, Honey Badger, Caracal, Aardwolf.
Tarangire Safari Lodge
Mid-range eco-tented lodge
DAY 3
Tarangire National Park
Spend almost a full day in Tarangire National Park for a game drive. Later drive to Karatu for your overnight stay.
Approximate driving time: 0 hours to Tarangire /1.5-2 hours to Karatu
Game drive included: Morning, afternoon.
Meals included: Breakfast, picnic lunch
Extra activities or add-ons excluded: Walking safari, night game drive, hot air balloon safari
Commonly seen animals: Elephant, Giraffe, Buffalo, Zebra, Wildebeest, Lion, Warthog, Impala, Waterbuck, Ostrich, Dik-dik, Vervet Monkey, Baboon, Yellow-billed Stork, Lesser Kudu.
Occasionally seen animals: Leopard, Hyena, Jackal, Python, Mongoose, Reedbuck, Hartebeest, Marabou Stork, Lovebird, Greater Kudu.
Rarely seen animals: Cheetah, African Wild Dog, Eland, Bat-eared Fox, Honey Badger, Caracal, Aardwolf.
Pembeni Rhotia Camp
DAY 4
Lake Manyara National Park
Proceed to Lake Manyara National Park for a game drive. Later, drive back to your lodge for your overnight stay.
Approximate driving time: 1 hour to Manyara/ 1 hour back to Karatu
Game drive included: Morning (time permitting), afternoon
Meals included: Included
Extra activities or add-ons excluded: Cultural walks, walking safari, traditional lunch, night game drive, treetop walkway, canoeing safari
Commonly seen animals: Elephants, Giraffes, Hippos, Buffaloes, Zebras, Wildebeests, Vultures, Warthogs, Impalas, Flamingos, Marabou Storks, Hyenas, Waterbucks, Dik-diks, Blue Monkeys, Olive Baboons
Occasionally seen animals: Lions, Servals, Mongooses.
Rarely seen animals: Cheetahs, Leopards.
Pembeni Rhotia Camp
DAY 4
Ngorongoro Crater (Ngorongoro Conservation Area)
You start early, proceed to Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for your game drive. Later, drive back to your lodge for your overnight stay.
Approximate driving time: 1 hour to Ngorongoro / 1 hour back to Karatu
Game drive included: Morning (time permitting), afternoon
Meals included: Included
Extra activities or add-ons excluded: Maasai village cultural visit
Commonly seen animals: Elephant, Hippo, Buffalo, Zebra, Wildebeest, Lion, Hyena, Jackal, Vulture, Warthog, Impala, Flamingo, Ostrich, Waterbuck.
Occasionally seen animals: Black Rhino, Cheetah, Dik-Dik.
Rarely seen animals: Leopard, Caracal, Serval.
Pembeni Rhotia Camp
DAY 6
Serengeti National Park (via the Ngorongoro Conservation Area)
Proceed to Serengeti National Park for a game drive.
Approximate driving time: 3-4 hours to Serengeti
Game drive included: En-route (Ngorongoro Highlands), afternoon (Serengeti)
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Extra activities or add-ons excluded: Maasai village cultural visit, Olduvai Gorge Museum visit
Commonly seen animals: Elephant, Buffalo, Zebra, Wildebeest, Giraffe, Lion, Hyena, Warthog, Impala, Grant’s Gazelle, Topi, Eland, Baboon, Vervet Monkey, Thomson’s Gazelle.
Occasionally seen animals: Cheetah, Leopard, Hippopotamus, Crocodile, Jackal, Hartebeest, Waterbuck, Ostrich, Secretary Bird, Kori Bustard, Bat-eared Fox, Klipspringer, Bushbuck.
Rarely seen animals: Black Rhino, African Wild Dog, Serval, Caracal, Pangolin, Aardwolf, Roan Antelope, Lesser Kudu, Striped Hyena.
Embalakai Serengeti Camp
Mid-range eco-tented camp
DAY 7
Serengeti National Park (with a Hot air balloon safari)
Today, you start extra early (04:30am to 05:30am pick up from your lodge by Serengeti Balloon Safaris or Miracle Experience) for a 1-hour Hot air balloon safari. After your balloon safari, meet your safari driver and spend the remainder of the day on a game drive in Serengeti National Park.
Approximate driving time: 0.5-1 hour to the balloon launch site
Game drive included: Morning (around hot air balloon activity), afternoon
Meals included: Bush breakfast, picnic lunch or hot lunch, dinner
Extra activities or add-ons included: Hot air balloon safari
Extra activities or add-ons excluded: Hot bush lunch
Commonly seen animals: Elephant, Buffalo, Zebra, Wildebeest, Giraffe, Lion, Hyena, Warthog, Impala, Grant’s Gazelle, Topi, Eland, Baboon, Vervet Monkey, Thomson’s Gazelle.
Occasionally seen animals: Cheetah, Leopard, Hippopotamus, Crocodile, Jackal, Hartebeest, Waterbuck, Ostrich, Secretary Bird, Kori Bustard, Bat-eared Fox, Klipspringer, Bushbuck.
Rarely seen animals: Black Rhino, African Wild Dog, Serval, Caracal, Pangolin, Aardwolf, Roan Antelope, Lesser Kudu, Striped Hyena.
Embalakai Serengeti Camp
Mid-range eco-tented camp
DAY 8
Serengeti National Park (full day in Seronera)
Another full day game drive in Serengeti National Park.
Approximate driving time: 0 hours to Central Serengeti
Game drive included: Morning, afternoon
Meals included: Breakfast, picnic lunch or hot lunch, dinner
Extra activities or add-ons excluded: Hot air balloon safari, Hot bush lunch
Commonly seen animals: Elephant, Buffalo, Zebra, Wildebeest, Giraffe, Lion, Hyena, Warthog, Impala, Grant’s Gazelle, Topi, Eland, Baboon, Vervet Monkey, Thomson’s Gazelle.
Occasionally seen animals: Cheetah, Leopard, Hippopotamus, Crocodile, Jackal, Hartebeest, Waterbuck, Ostrich, Secretary Bird, Kori Bustard, Bat-eared Fox, Klipspringer, Bushbuck.
Rarely seen animals: Black Rhino, African Wild Dog, Serval, Caracal, Pangolin, Aardwolf, Roan Antelope, Lesser Kudu, Striped Hyena.
Embalakai Serengeti Camp
Mid-range eco-tented camp
DAY 9
Departure day
Drive to Seronera Airstrip (Auric Air @11:00hrs, latest check-in @10:00hrs) to catch your flight to Zanzibar(14:35hrs). End of our services.
Approximate driving time: 1 hour to the Airstrip
Game drive included: Enroute
Meals included: Breakfast, picnic lunch
Extra activities or add-ons included: Flight to Zanzibar
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Frequently Asked Questions
Hey Safaris Honeymoon Safari combines romance and adventure. Couples enjoy game drives in Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, and Serengeti, followed by a hot air balloon safari and a relaxing beach stay in Zanzibar. Accommodations are hand-picked lodges and eco-tented camps designed for intimacy and comfort.
Prices vary by season and group size. For example, in the low season, rates start at $4,130 per person (2 travelers), while in high season, it’s around $4,510 per person (2 travelers). Packages include accommodations, meals, game drives, park fees, and a domestic flight to Zanzibar. International flights, visas, and tips are not included.
The Honeymoon Safari is a private experience. You’ll have your own 4×4 safari vehicle, a professional driver-guide, and a custom itinerary tailored to your preferences, ensuring complete privacy and flexibility throughout the journey.
Couples can expect to see a wide range of wildlife, including elephants, giraffes, lions, wildebeest, zebras, buffalo, flamingos, and hippos. In the Serengeti, you may also witness the Great Wildebeest Migration, and Ngorongoro Crater offers a chance to spot the Big 5 and rare black rhinos.
Yes, Hey Safaris specializes in tailor-made honeymoon safaris. You can adjust the pace, add extra activities such as a cultural visit or hot bush lunch, or extend your stay in Zanzibar. Our safari experts will work with you to design your dream romantic adventure.
