Tanzania Familiarization Trip – FAM Safari Experience

Welcome to Astro Safaris and Tour – Your Invitation to the 2026 – 2030 FAM Trip Welcome to Astro Safaris and Tour, the premier outfitter for private safaris. Thank you for taking the time to review the proposed itinerary for our upcoming FAM Trip 2026. This exclusive journey is specially designed for travel professionals in the safari industry who wish to explore Tanzania’s stunning landscapes and properties, with the goal of including them in current or future travel offerings.

We’re excited to present this tailor-made quotation for what promises to be the safari experience of a lifetime. My name is Baraka, and I will be your dedicated point of contact from now until the conclusion of your trip. I’ll guide you through every step as you prepare for your safari adventure.

The FAM trip is scheduled to run in either of the following windows: May 1st–31st, 2026, or November 1st–30th, 2026 The trip begins and ends at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) and includes 7 days and 6 nights of unforgettable safari experiences with Astro Safaris. 

This tour can be arranged for groups of: 1 Adult (solo traveler), 2 Adults, 4 Adults, 6 Adults Accommodation is based on twin-sharing rooms with two single beds, except for solo travelers who will be provided with a private room. Should you have any questions or require additional information, please feel free to reach out at any time. We’re here to ensure your journey is seamless and extraordinary. Looking forward to hearing from you soon!

START FROM

$ 1,945

Starting Point

Arusha

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accomodation

Hotel / Lodges

Trip End

Arusha

Astro Safaris

Based in Tanzania

Looking for Tanzania Safari ?

At Astro 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!

Our vehicles

Our Toyota Land Cruiser 4X4 Safari Jeep is the best choice for our clients. It’s custom-built for comfort, safety, and optimal wildlife viewing. With a pop-up roof, large windows, and spacious seating, every guest enjoys clear views and great photo opportunities. The vehicle is fully equipped with a fridge, power sockets for charging, and Wi-Fi (upon request).

It also handles all road conditions—whether rough terrain or muddy tracks—ensuring a smooth and reliable safari experience. Our Land Cruisers are regularly maintained and driven by experienced, English-speaking safari guides for your safety and satisfaction. Travel in comfort and confidence—our vehicles are designed to turn your safari into a once- in-a-lifetime adventure.

Destinations

Day 1:
Arusha
Day 2:
Tarangire National Park
Day 3:
Lake Manyara National Park
Day 4:
Lake Eyasi
Day 5:
Ngorongoro Crater
Day 6:
Serengeti National Park
Day 7:
Serengeti National Park

Safari Accommodations

Start Arusha
Point Day
Destination & Accommodation
Day 1:
Arusha African Tulip Hotel
Day 2:
Tarangire NP Escarpment Luxury Lodge
Day 3:
Lake Manyara NP Farm of Dreams Lodge
Day 4:
Lake Eyasi Farm of Dreams Lodge
Day 5:
Ngorongoro Crater Serengeti Heritage Luxury Tented Camp
Day 6:
Serengeti NP Serengeti Heritage Luxury Tented Camp
Day 7:
Serengeti NP (no accommodation)
End Point
Arusha

Full Itinerary

Day 1: Arusha

Welcome to Tanzania – the beginning of your unforgettable safari adventure! You’ve chosen one of the most spectacular places on Earth for your safari journey, and we’re excited to have you with us. Before we set off on the adventure of a lifetime, we’ll begin with a warm welcome and a detailed safari briefing to prepare you for the incredible experiences ahead. Your journey starts in Arusha, the vibrant gateway to northern Tanzania’s legendary national parks. 

This bustling city offers a perfect blend of local culture and modern comforts. Wander through lively streets, discover colorful markets, and savor delicious cuisine at some of the city’s best restaurants. Arusha is more than just a stopover—it’s a vibrant introduction to Tanzanian life and the perfect place to kick off your adventure.

Accommodation :

The African Tulip Hotel

When you stay at The African Tulip Hotel, you’re in a good position to enjoy this leg of your trip.

Activity Day 1

  • Arrival! Welcome to Tanzania.
  • You will be transferred from the airport inKilimanjaro Airport.

Meal Plan – Day 1

  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Drinking water

The African Tulip Hotel

The African Tulip Hotel

Wherever you go in Tarangire National Park, the landscape is dominated by two iconic features: the towering baobab trees and the majestic elephants that roam freely. These defining elements give the park its unique character and charm. 

But there’s so much more to discover. Tarangire is teeming with wildlife—massive herds of wildebeest, zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, hippos, and playful troops of baboons and vervet monkeys. The terrain itself is a dramatic mix of rocky hills, seasonal rivers, swamps, and open savannahs, creating stunning scenery and diverse habitats. 

Tarangire is also one of Tanzania’s best places to spot big cats. It’s a renowned stronghold for lions, and with some luck and sharp eyes, you may also encounter leopards and cheetahs on the prowl.

Accommodation :

Escarpment Luxury Lodge

Perched on the edge of the Great Rift Valley, Escarpment Luxury Lodge offers breathtaking panoramic views over northern Tanzania that stretch endlessly into the horizon. The spacious, elegantly designed rooms provide a luxurious retreat, with stunning vistas visible from the swimming pool, restaurant, select rooms, and most public areas. 

This serene hideaway is the perfect base for exploring the nearby Lake Manyara National Park, located just below the escarpment—making it an ideal choice for nature lovers and safari-goers alike.

Activity Day 2

Early Morning 

  • Transfer by Road, The African Tulip Hotel to Tarangire National Park

AllDay

  • Explore fantastic Tarangire on a guided game drive that will take you out among the baobab trees to look for lions, elephants and more.

Evening

  • Transfer by Road, Tarangire National Park to Escarpment Luxury Lodge

Meal Plan – Day 2

  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Drinking water

Escarpment Luxury Lodge

Escarpment Luxury Lodge

Lake Manyara National Park 

Often overlooked, Lake Manyara is a hidden gem in Tanzania’s northern safari circuit. Despite being one of Africa’s narrowest parks, it offers dramatic scenery with the towering Rift Valley escarpment and lush evergreen forests. 

Expect close encounters with baboons, elephants, and the famous tree- climbing lions. With lake, forest, and cliffs so close together, the park is also a paradise for birdwatchers—binoculars are a must! 

Mto wa Mbu 

This vibrant town is home to all 120 of Tanzania’s tribes. A walk through its lively streets offers a fascinating glimpse into diverse local cultures and everyday life.

Accommodation :

Farm of Dreams Lodge

You’ll enjoy the quiet, palm-fringed surrounds of Farm of Dreams Lodge, close to Karatu and just off the road between Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro. Large rooms with mosquito nets, earth colors and safari prints make for a good night’s sleep, while the swimming pool and restaurant might make you feel like you never want to leave.

Activity Day 3

Morning 

  • Cultural tour, Mto wa Mbu

Afternoon

  • This afternoon you’ll go on a guided game drive through Lake Manyara National Park. The guide will help you look for the park’s elephants and tree climbing lions.

Evening

  • Transfer by Road, Lake Manyara National Park to Farm of Dreams Lodge

Meal Plan – Day 3

  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Drinking water

Farm of Dreams Lodge

Farm of Dreams Lodge

Discover the Hidden Gem of Lake Eyasi Take in the breathtaking views of Lake Eyasi—an off-the-beaten- path treasure that often becomes an unexpected highlight for visitors. 

This remote and expansive soda lake lies in a stunningly wild landscape, offering not just natural beauty but deep cultural encounters. Lake Eyasi is home to the Hadzabe people, one of the last remaining hunter-gatherer tribes in Africa. 

Here, many Hadza still live in harmony with nature, following traditional ways of life passed down through generations. Visiting Lake Eyasi offers a rare and humbling opportunity to witness a way of life untouched by time.

Accommodation :

Farm of Dreams Lodge

Sleep another night at Farm of Dreams Lodge as you again pass through Karatu.

Activity Day 4

Early Morning 

  • No one ever forgets the time they spend visiting the Hadzabe people, something you’ll get to do in Lake Eyasi early this morning.

Meal Plan – Day 4

  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Drinking water

Farm of Dreams Lodge

Farm of Dreams Lodge

Ngorongoro Crater 

Step into a world like no other. Ngorongoro’s misty cloud forests surround a vast volcanic caldera, where breathtaking views and rare wildlife await. 

Descend into this ancient crater and find yourself sharing the land with lions, hyenas, elephants, black rhinos, and hippos — all thriving in a self- contained ecosystem born from a prehistoric eruption. It might just be your best safari day ever. 

Serengeti National Park 

Welcome to the wild heart of Africa — home to legendary big cats (lion, leopard, cheetah), massive elephant herds, and the thundering migration of wildebeest and zebra. The Serengeti is nature on a grand scale.

Accommodation :

Serengeti Heritage Luxury Tented Camp

Immerse Yourself in the Wild Heart of the Serengeti When you stay at Serengeti Heritage Luxury Tented Camp, you’re not just visiting the Serengeti—you’re living right in the heart of its untamed beauty, in the legendary Seronera region. This exclusive camp offers all the comforts of luxury safari living, including spacious canvas tents with en-suite bathrooms, a welcoming dining and lounge tent, and nightly campfires that invite stories, stargazing, and connection with fellow adventurers. 

But what truly sets this camp apart is its unrivaled location— prime wildlife territory where the unexpected is part of the experience. Picture elephants strolling through camp at dawn, or the distant roar of a lion echoing through the night. Here, you’re not just observing the wild. You’re part of it.

Activity Day 5

Early Morning 

  • Explore beautiful Ngorongoro Crater with an expert guide on your guided game drive early this morning. As you drive around the crater floor, you might see lions, black rhinos, spotted hyenas and the other animals for which Ngorongoro is famous.

12:00PM

  • Transfer by Road, Ngorongoro Crater to
    Serengeti National Park

Evening

  • A guided game drive through Serengeti National Park is one of the best safari experiences you can have anywhere in Africa. Apart from the signature savannah grasslands and the park’s amazing wildlife, your guide will show you all that’s good
    about the Serengeti.

Meal Plan – Day 2

  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Drinking water

Serengeti Heritage Luxury Tented Camp

Serengeti Heritage Luxury Tented Camp

There’s no such thing as too many days in the Serengeti – today you’ll get to enjoy it all over again.

Accommodation :

Serengeti Heritage Luxury Tented Camp

Enjoy the chance to see more wildlife by passing another day at Serengeti Heritage Luxury Tented Camp. 

Serengeti Heritage Luxury Tented Camp

Activity Day 6

AllDay

  • Come and see the best of Serengeti National Park as we take you out on a guided game drive. It really is a terrific way to feel a part of Africa with the wind in your hair as we drive you around to look for animals.

Meal Plan – Day 6

  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Drinking water

Discover the Heart of the Serengeti 

Spend another unforgettable day surrounded by the raw beauty of the Serengeti. From golden savannahs to acacia- dotted plains, each moment reveals new wonders—whether it’s a pride of lions basking in the sun or graceful giraffes crossing your path. Every corner tells a story, and every encounter brings you closer to the wild heart of Africa. 

Breathe in the Magic of the Ngorongoro Highlands Journey into the lush, cool Ngorongoro Highlands—where misty forests echo with the calls of forest elephants, elusive leopards, and mighty buffaloes.

Here, you’ll be treated to sweeping views of ancient craters and majestic mountain peaks. It’s a serene escape that balances adventure with tranquility. 

Farewell, for Now 

As your Tanzanian safari draws to a close, so does an unforgettable chapter in your travel story. With hearts full of memories and cameras full of breathtaking moments, we’re confident you’ll leave with a deep connection to this remarkable land—and a longing to return.

Activity Day 7

Early Morning 

  • Get ready early this morning in Serengeti National Park for all the excitement of a guided game drive. No matter how many of these you do, you’ll never lose that sense of anticipation for what animals you might see next.

Afternoon

  • Transfer by Road, Serengeti National Park via Ngorongoro Highlands to Arusha

Evening

  • Our airport transfer team will ensure you make it to the airport on time this evening.

Meal Plan – Day 2

  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Drinking water

PRICE

Number of People Price per Person Total Price
1x Adult
$3,615.00
$3,615.00
2x Adult
$2,552.00
$5,104.00
4x Adult
$2,097.00
$8,388.00
6x Adult
$1,945.00
$11,670.00

Full board accommodation throughout the safari

Exclusive use of safari vehicle with fridge and charging device

Service of professional English speaking Safari Guide

Drinking water in the car Coffee and Tea in the car

All airport Transfers

Crater fee

International fligh

Health / travel insurance Masai boma visit and Olduvai Visit ( costs $ 50 per person

Any item for personal use such us telephone bills

Tips to safari guides Hotel staff and porters

Terms and Condition

Privacy Policy

Why Astro Safaris?

Unmatched Expertise

Our seasoned guides don’t just take you on safari; they unveil the secrets of the universe above and the wildlife below.

Tailored Adventures

Every safari is designed to match your interests, ensuring a truly personal and unforgettable journey.

Handpicked Destinations

We take you to exclusive locations where nature and the cosmos meet in breathtaking harmony.

Commitment to Quality

From luxurious lodges to expert-led excursions, we prioritize comfort, authenticity, and excellence.

Travelling in style and on a budget

After 10 years specializing in tailor-made holidays, Tanzania Wildlife Safaris has perfected the art of crafting unforgettable journeys.