Day Safaris
Not every safari needs a week. Our day safaris are private, single-day game drives for travellers with limited time: a full day in the Ngorongoro Crater or Tarangire National Park from Arusha, or Mikumi National Park from Dar es Salaam. You travel in your own 4x4 with your own guide, set out early to make the most of the morning light, and are back the same evening. They fit neatly before or after a Kilimanjaro climb, around a business trip, or as a first taste of Tanzania before a longer safari.
Who it's for
Travellers with a free day in Arusha or Dar es Salaam who want a private game drive without an overnight stay.
Fitness: Easy, but long days: early starts and several hours on the road.
Highlights
Good to know
Day Safaris: your questions, answered
What does a private Tanzania safari cost?
It depends mainly on the season, the number of days and the lodges you choose. Our private northern-circuit itineraries start from about US$3,100 per person for five days in Classic comfort, and rise with Mid-Luxury and Luxury camps. Park and conservation fees are set by the government and make up a significant share of every safari, and they are included in our prices. Every itinerary page shows a starting price per person, and we quote exactly for your dates.
Is every Emnel safari private?
Yes. You have your own vehicle and your own guide for the whole safari, and the daily pace, start times and stops are set around you, never around a group.
Who will our guide be?
One of Emnel's own guides. The team that plans your safari is the team that runs it. About two weeks before you arrive, we send your trip companion, with your guide's details and everything else you need for the journey.
When is the best time to go on safari in Tanzania?
Tanzania offers excellent game viewing all year. June to October is the classic dry season, with easy game viewing and the migration in the north. January to March brings the calving season in the southern Serengeti. The long rains of April and May are quieter and greener, and some camps close. We will recommend the best timing and route for what you most want to see.
How does booking work?
Tell us your dates and ideas, and we will design an itinerary and send a detailed proposal. To confirm, we ask for a 30% deposit plus any domestic flights, which are issued on confirmation. You then receive your official confirmation, and about two weeks before you travel, your trip companion with every final detail.
Can we add Zanzibar to our safari?
Yes. A short flight from the Serengeti or Arusha takes you to Zanzibar's beaches. We recommend at least one night in Stone Town alongside your beach stay.