Highest Rated Tanzania Safari Operator
Private guided Tanzania safaris - planned for you, priced in USD, backed by 15 years of getting Americans to Africa.
Luxury travellers
Private groups
Migration-focused safari guests
Couples and senior travellers
Begin with a private welcome at Kilimanjaro International Airport and an overnight stay at Legendary Lodge or Legendary Coffee Lodge in Arusha. Fly by charter to the Western Serengeti for three nights of private game drives, sundowners and night drives in the Grumeti region, then continue by scenic flight to the Northern Serengeti for three nights of migration-focused wildlife viewing. After seven nights, fly from Lamai or Kogatende Airstrip to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward journey.
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Activity
AccommodationDAY 1
Meet your Chatama Safari private guide at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer by road to Legendary Lodge or Legendary Coffee Lodge in Arusha for your overnight stay.
Dinner
Legendary Lodge or Legendary Coffee Lodge, Arusha
ActivityDAY 2
After breakfast, transfer to Arusha Airport for a charter flight to Grumeti or Sasakwa Airstrip in the Western Serengeti. A resident field guide welcomes you with a game drive to camp for check-in and lunch. Later, enjoy an afternoon game drive and sundowner, followed by a night drive back to camp for a campfire dinner under the stars.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Singita Sasakwa Lodge, Grumeti Reserves
ActivityDAY 3
Begin with coffee, tea and a light snack before a morning game drive. Return for breakfast or brunch, relax through midday, then head out again for an afternoon game drive and sundowner before dinner under the stars.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Singita Sasakwa Lodge, Grumeti Reserves
ActivityDAY 4
Enjoy another full day in the Grumeti region, with morning and afternoon game drives arranged around wildlife movements and time to relax at the lodge between activities.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Singita Sasakwa Lodge, Grumeti Reserves
Activity
AccommodationDAY 5
After breakfast, fly from the nearest airstrip to the Northern Serengeti. Meet your resident field guide and game-drive to camp for check-in and lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive and dinner under the stars.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Singita Lamai
ActivityAccommodationDAY 6
Set out early for a morning game drive with the option of a packed breakfast in the bush. Return for lunch and time at the pool, spa, gym or lounge, then continue with an afternoon game drive before dark.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Singita Lamai
ActivityAccommodationDAY 7
Spend a second full day exploring the Northern Serengeti with morning and afternoon game drives tailored to current wildlife and migration conditions, balanced with time to enjoy the lodge.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Singita Lamai
Activity
AccommodationDAY 8
After breakfast or lunch, depending on your flight schedule, transfer to Lamai or Kogatende Airstrip for a scenic flight to Kilimanjaro International Airport and your onward international connection.
Breakfast, Lunch
No accommodation (departure day)
Private safari
Price on request
The migration typically moves through the Western Serengeti and Grumeti region; exact timing varies with rainfall.
A strong planning window for the Northern Serengeti and possible Mara River crossings, which can never be guaranteed.
Resident wildlife remains rewarding outside migration peaks, with the route adjusted to current conditions.
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What our travelers say
"Peter and Mohamed, thank you for providing us with an unforgettable experience. You tolerated all of our questions and silly comments, and welcomed our games. You showed us the true meaning of Tanzanian hospitality. Your vast knowledge and love for what you do is evident and infectious. We hope you continue to name animals in our honor and will think of us whenever you see the elephants. Si kwaheri, ni tutaonana hivi karibuni. Asante sana, Nicoletta and Olina."
Nicoletta
10 days Wildlife safari, June 27, 2026
"I have known the Chatama Safari tour guides for more than 10 years. Every time I come to Tanzania, the reason for the comeback has been meeting this team. It has never been a disappointment. Chatama Safari is the answer for an exclusive safari guiding experience."
Carolyn Housman
10 days luxury safari, May 20, 2024
"We booked and travelled with Chatama Safaris, and this was our best organized safari ever. Our safari tour guide, Peter, was knowledgeable, professional and friendly."
Julia Senkowysky
8 days honeymoon safari, October 10, 2025
"Wonderful safari by Chatama Safari professional guides. They are more than just Serengeti guides; they accommodated many subjects of life, whether at dinner or on safari. I strongly recommend them for an exclusive and professional guided safari experience."
Alissa Brill
June 29, 2026
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