2027 Tanzania Safari

(with Optional Zanzibar Extension)

Register Below or Contact Darla If You’re Interested

Come join us on an 10-night safari to Tanzania’s top national parks following The Great Migration, which is considered one of the world’s most amazing wildlife events. On our safari, we’ll spend 8 days on game drives where you will have the opportunity to see Lions, Leopards, Rhinos, Elephants and Cape Buffalo (aka The Big Five) plus millions of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles migrating together through the southern Serengeti. And you’ll see countless giraffes, impala, monkeys, baboons, hyenas and a large variety of birds and much, much more!

We arrive in Tanzania at the Kilimanjaro International Airport. We’ll overnight in Arusha and the next day we fly on a small charter flight to western Tanzania where our guides and drivers join us for game drives through Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area and the famed Serengeti National Park. We end each day at a lux camp or lodge situated in a unique location where we’ll enjoy watching the sunset around a campfire and enjoy good food, friends and abundant Tanzanian hospitality. For a special treat we will get up early one morning and enjoy a hot air balloon flight over the Serengeti plains at sunrise seeing the wildlife from a whole different perspective. At the end of the safari, we fly back to Arusha for an overnight stay and depart the next day for home with our hearts full of memories and our phones full of pictures.

Pictures from our most recent safaris

January is
Calving Season in Tanzania

We choose to safari in January in Tanzania because, in addition to the migration coming through, it is also the season when all the wildlife are having babies. It’s a joy to see the newly-born and how their mother’s and families care for and protect them. It’s also a time when the cats are on the hunt for the most vulnerable prey.

In January, there are fewer tourist and the weather in Tanzania is in the 80s by day and the 60s by night.

Tanzania Safari Cost
TBD

(2026 pricing was $12,900)

What’s Included

  • 10 nights luxe lodging

  • 8 days of game drives

  • All meals at Safari Lodges & Camps

  • Charter flight from Arusha to Tarangire

  • Air flight from Serengeti to Arusha

  • English-speaking drivers and guide

  • Gratuities for drivers and guide

  • Pop-up Roof Safari Land Cruisers for game drives and inter-camp transfer

  • Wine, spirits, and laundry at Safari Lodges and Camps

  • Airport transfers

  • Park entrance and concession fees

  • Tanzania visa

Not Included

  • Round-trip international airfare to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)

  • Vaccines or recommended medications for travel in Tanzania

  • Premium Spirits and non-included personal services such as massages

  • Lunches, alcoholic beverages and laundry at the lodge in Arusha

  • Extension to Zanzibar

* Cost is per person double occupancy

Click Here to Register and Pay The Deposit

Zanzibar Extension (Optional)
Cost TBD
January 26 - 29, 2027

We are offering extra days in Zanzibar at the end of the safari for those interested. Participants can fly directly from the Serengeti and get 3 beach days by delaying their return flight by 2 days. We can arrange a longer stay for those interested. You can fly from Zanzibar airport to DFW with only stop on several airlines. 

Whether you're looking for a relaxing beach holiday, an adventure, or a cultural experience, Zanzibar has something to offer for everyone.

Zanzibar is a stunning archipelago off the coast of Tanzania, renowned for its beautiful beaches, rich history, and vibrant culture. Here are some highlights:

  • Beaches: Zanzibar boasts some of the world's best beaches, with white sands and clear turquoise waters. The east coast features coral reefs and sand bars, while the north offers smooth beaches ideal for swimming.

  • Historical Sites: Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is famous for its winding alleys, bustling bazaars, and historic buildings reflecting a blend of Arab, Persian, Indian, and European influences.

  • Activities: Visitors can enjoy snorkeling, diving, and exploring the Jozani Forest, home to the rare Red Colobus monkeys.

Itinerary and Accommodations

Monday, Jan 18, 2027

  • Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) after midnight.

  • Transfer to Arusha Coffee Lodge where we will relax, enjoy the grounds and overnight

  • Scenic Flight over Mount Kilimanjaro available.

Tuesday, Jan 19, 2027

Wednesday, Jan 20, 2027

Thursday, Jan 21, 2027

Friday, Jan 22, 2027

Saturday, Jan 23, 2027

  • Drive to Serengeti National Park. During our drive we’ll see herds of wildebeest, zebra, gazelle and the predators that prey on them

  • Arrive at Ndutu Tented Camp where we’ll relax, eat and sleep in the middle of the Serengeti plain

Sunday, Jan 24, 2027

Monday, Jan 25, 2027

  • Game-drive to central Serengeti observing more of the Great Migration and its wildlife

Tuesday, Jan 26, 2027

  • Full day game-drive in central Serengeti, an area known for its big cats.

Wednesday, Jan 27, 2027

  • Fly back to Arusha from a nearby airstrip

  • Spend time shopping at a cultural center

  • Farewell dinner with our guide and drivers

  • Overnight Rivertrees Country Inn

Thursday, Jan 28, 2027

  • Depart Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for home or another destination. Arrive home on same date as departure

Zanzibar Extension Itinerary

Wednesday, Jan 27, 2027 (Zanzibar Extension)

  • Fly to Zanzibar

  • Arrive early enough for an afternoon at the beach

  • Overnight (TBD)

Thursday, Jan 28, 2027 (Zanzibar Extension)

  • Choose one or several

    • Chill Day at the Beach,

    • Tour Stone Town,

    • Snorkeling or Diving

Friday, Jan 29, 2027 (Zanzibar Extension)

  • Choose one or several

    • Chill Day at the Beach,

    • Tour Stone Town,

    • Snorkeling or Diving

Saturday, Jan 30, 2027 (Zanzibar Extension)

  • Early morning departure for United States

Payment Terms

  • A Deposit of $2,000 per person is due with registration.

  • Final Payment is due by September 15, 2026

Cancellation Terms

  • For Cancellations received within 2 weeks of Registration, the Deposit is fully-refundable.

  • For Cancellations received more than 2 weeks after Registration and before September 15, 2026, the Deposit is non-refundable.

  • For Cancellations received after September 15, 2026, the Tour Cost is non-refundable. 

Other Terms and Conditions

Participation in the Safari is predicated on acceptance of Baird Tours Terms and General Conditions

Saturday, Jan 16, 2027

  • Depart United States for Tanzania

  • Travel to Tanzania will continue through the following day

  • Tour of Istanbul available with earlier departure