Northern Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar

Situated on its own coffee plantation with views of Mount Meru, Legendary Lodge offers an exclusive experience on the outskirts of Arusha. Ten beautifully decorated garden cottages feature their own private verandas overlooking the lush gardens while two family cottages are also available, each featuring two bedrooms and a private living room. Choose to explore the grounds of this working coffee farm, relax and spend time in the well kept grounds, or venture into the city to explore the museums and markets. The perfect place to stay pre- or post-safari. INSIDER'S TIP: After your international flight the wellness centre is the perfect place to relax with a massage or if you feel the need to stretch your legs you could enjoy a cycle or jog around the gorgeous estate grounds and through the coffee plantations.

People who know Tanzania well rate Tarangire as one of the country’s most interesting parks, and Sanctuary Swala is the best way to experience this hidden gem on the northern safari circuit. This is perhaps one of the best places to see elephant in large numbers – guests looking out from under the acacia trees which shelter the camp are likely to see herds ambling past at almost any time of the day. The camp is situated in a secluded location, further adding to the feeling of exclusivity. The canvas and thatch guest pavilions provide shady private spaces, while the focus on game drives and walking safaris gives guests the opportunity to explore the almost limitless wilderness around the lodge. Tarangire and Sanctuary Swala make ideal additions to any Tanzanian safari itinerary. INSIDER’S TIP: Visit the Mwika Beekeeping Project for some sweet deals.

Lemala Osonjoi Lodge opens the door to one of Africa’s most extraordinary wildlife settings– the eastern rim of the Ngorongoro Crater. Located just minutes from the crater floor and close to the Lemala Gate, it offers exclusive access to one of the quietest, most game-rich areas in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Perched on a forested hillside, the lodge features spacious suites designed for comfort and privacy. Each includes a king-sized bed, wood-burning stove, deep soaking tub, and a private daybed nook, ideal for winding down with a book or a drink after a thrilling day. A heated indoor pool, viewing deck, cosy lounge, and tranquil spa suite round out the indulgent experience. With game drives starting as early as 6am, you can reach the crater floor in just 10–15 minutes, perfect for catching early light and active wildlife. Guided forest walks, crater rim hikes, and private catered lunches deep in the crater complete an unforgettable safari circuit that links seamlessly with other Lemala properties across northern Tanzania. Insider’s Tip: Ask about the lodge’s private crater floor lunch. Very few properties have the permits to offer this, and it’s a truly rare way to spend the whole day in the heart of the action.

Imagine endless horizons, skies stretching over the grassland as far as the eye can see … Every species in the Serengeti lives in perfect harmony with the one beside it. It is this balance, ‘usawa’ in Kiswahili, that ensures this phenomenal ecosystem functions in perfect symbiosis. In northern Tanzania, Africa’s greatest spectacle unfolds. Two million wildebeest, zebra, Thomson’s gazelle, eland and other migratory animals graze, breed, and birth on the Serengeti’s plains; following the rains, moving as one. Prides of lion split the herds, taking down wildebeest and zebra. Cheetah chase down and tyre out gazelles while crocodiles prey on the brave; those who dare to cross the rivers first. This scale of wildlife, of predator-prey interaction is found nowhere else on Earth. Far from the crowds, Wilderness Usawa Serengeti's mobile camps are strategically located, moving to areas where the herds are as they follow the rain. With a number of sites available, positioned as close as is feasible to the action, in luxurious safari tents that leave no impact on the plains. Insider's Tip: Pack your walking shoes. All Wilderness Usawa Serengeti sites are positioned within designated walking zones, allowing walking safaris to begin right from camp.

Set on one of the world’s best kitesurfing beaches, White Sand is an unspoilt and laidback slice of Zanzibar bliss. Eleven private and spacious villas are spread across four acres, promising complete beachside intimacy. Each villa boasts lots of lavish touches, from private pools and terraces to an outdoor bath and shower, to idyllic sea and tropical garden views. Spend your days here lounging on the beautiful Paje beach and enjoying the top-class spa. Or, for those who fancy a little more action, try your hand at diving, swimming with dolphins and kitesurfing through the shallow, turquoise waters. Then, feast on scrumptious seafood at the fine dining restaurant and head up to the rooftop bar for awesome sunset views. What’s more, White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa supports its environment and local community with investment in renewable energy and community projects.