8 Days Luxury Serena Safari
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 10 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is 8 Days Luxury Serena Safari worth booking?
8 Days Luxury Serena Safari is a 192-hour experience in Arusha, Tanzania, from $3,263 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 10 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 60 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (10)
- Duration
- 192 hours
- From
- $3,263 per person
This tour offers luxury accommodation exclusively at Serena Property with very special Green/Low Season price. Join Gilmag Safaris and witness the elephants and centuries old Baobab trees of Tarangire, travel the endless plains of the world-famous Serengeti, search the elusive Big 5 in the Ngorongoro Crater and hunt the rare tree climbing lions of Manyara.
What you get
About this experience
This tour offers luxury accommodation exclusively at Serena Property with very special Green/Low Season price. Join Gilmag Safaris and witness the elephants and centuries old Baobab trees of Tarangire, travel the endless plains of the world-famous Serengeti, search the elusive Big 5 in the Ngorongoro Crater and hunt the rare tree climbing lions of Manyara.
What's included
Included
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
Not included
- Tipps to guides and hotel staff
- Laundry
- Soft and alcoholic drinks
- Travel Insurance
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Arusha
Gilmag Safaris' tour guide will have a pickup board bearing the travelers' name
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 120 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Gilmag Safaris' tour guide will have a pickup board bearing the travelers' name
Before you book
- Cancellation
- If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
- Languages
- de, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 4 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Gilmag Safaris
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 10 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
10 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Organization
6 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
4 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
10 verified traveler reviews for 8 Days Luxury Serena Safari. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Perfect Tanzania Safari and Beach Vacation
The communication between myself and Mary was on time, reliable and accurate. She was very accommodating to my requests. And everything that was mentioned in the itinerary was as it was and all on time! The lodges and tented camps booked were very comfortable and cozy. But of course, the safaris were the best part with Nickson as our guide. We took so many amazing pictures of the wildlife. The tour guide, Nickson, was the best - very knowledgeable and experienced - we'll never forget. The safari was perfect with real effort to find us all the animals we wanted to see, Nickson full of knowledge and willing to show us the best of Tarangire, Manayara, Ngorongoro and Serengeti. The food everywhere was amazing and we got a beautiful singing performance from the staff at Serengeti Serena Lodge. A Gilmag Safaris tour is worthwhile if you want to experience the magic of Africa with reliable airport transfers both in Tanzania mainland and Zanzibar. We'd recommend Gilmag Safaris to anybody and wouldn't hesitate to use them again.
via Tripadvisor
Excellent honeymoon vacation
We booked 15 days honeymoon vacation with Gilmag Safaris and are already planning to go back to Tanzania for our anniversary. Gilmag organized an incredible bush to beach holiday. Our safari guide, Moses was experienced and very friendly, always ready to help with a smile. The hotels and lodges booked were very clean and provided very tasty meals. Being honeymooners, we had our rooms decorated everywhere we stayed at. Mary also organized sparkling wine during dinner at all the hotels at no extra cost. We had the best experience and definitely going back to Tanzania for our anniversary in 2022.
Response from the operator: Dear Meri, We are glad you enjoyed traveling with Gilmag Safaris, and are delighted to know that you are already planning another trip for your anniversary. We can't wait to have you here again. Thank you so much for the excellent review.
via Tripadvisor
Affordable Luxury Tanzania Safari
We had the time of our lives in Tanzania being hosted by Gilmag Safaris. Gilmag Safaris was amazing in all regard. I chose Gilmag Safaris because they were very prompt with their response. Their costs included a full itinerary and a booking for the entire trip at the pleasant Serena Lodges. As a company, Gilmag Safaris was largely very good. The accommodation was about as good as you could possible expect, given the type of trip, and we wouldn't hesitate to stay there again if we come back to Tanzania. All the lodges we stayed in were excellent and the staff was friendly and did their upmost to make our stay a pleasant one. We absolutely loved Tanzania and the parks and were guided by Nickson who was outstanding as an animal spotter. His knowledge of the flora and fauna was phenomenal! Our guide Nickson was wonderful. In the beginning of the trip he promised us that he would give us a most memorable safari experience and he did it!! The Wildlife experience was breathtaking; it felt like we were in a Lion King Movie. We got to see all of the big five thanks to Nickson as well with his amazing eyes!!! Overall this was a fantastic bang for the buck!
Response from the operator: Dear Burkhart, Thank you for choosing to travel with Gilmag Safaris. It was an absolute honor to host you and we are pleased to note that you enjoyed your trip with us. We are grateful for the wonderful review. We look forward to another great safari in the near future.
via Tripadvisor
Best Safari Planners in Tanzania and Kenya
Gilmag Safaris provided a first-class experience for us. A very well put together tour of Tanzania and Kenya!!! A seamless journey and an impeccable itinerary of Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Serengeti, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Amboseli. Gilmag Safaris provided a high level of service; we were very well looked after. Mary helped me through the whole process. Everything was well organized and well communicated. They were amazingly accommodating, working with us by email to come up with an itinerary that was perfect for us. They were prompt in reply, understood what we wanted, and ended up providing a package that was one of the best experiences of our lives. She organized an amazing once in a lifetime honeymoon for us! I would highly recommend travelling to Africa with this reputable company. What an amazing tour, it will be hard to beat. We were especially impressed by Abu, our highly professional Tanzanian guide, who was a delight to be around. He was an amazing tracker and wealth of information which immensely added to our experience. He was always willing to stay somewhere if we wanted to view an animal longer and answered all of our questions no matter how silly. Bravo Gilmag Safaris!!!
Response from the operator: Dear Gabriel, Thank you for choosing Gilmag Safaris as your Tanzanian host and for the great feedback. We are pleased to know that we provided you with first class service and that you enjoyed being guided by Abu. He is one of our best guides one can be lucky to have on a trip. We are glad that he delivered an amazing tour. We look forward to hosing you again in the near future.
via Tripadvisor
Unforgettable wild tour
This was our first trip to Africa for our group of 42 people. Our agent from Armenia organized everything. Our safari started in Zanzibar, and then we took a flight to Kilimanjaro. We had an amazing experience that we will never forget. We visited Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, the Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Eyasi. The accommodations chosen by Gilmag Safaris were all superb, and a nice variety of styles from lodges to tented camps. Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge was our favourite. We spent two nights here and wished we had more. We were in a convoy of 7 vehicles, each vehicle having an English speaking guide and a Russian translator. Our guides Freddy and Ally were awesome. Thumbs up to Gilmag Safaris for the fabulous trip. We have recommended this company to our friends and most definitely they will be visiting soon. We will also come back.
Response from the operator: Dear Grigori, Thank you for choosing Gilmag Safaris as your African host. We are glad to know that you enjoyed services. It was pleasure for Gilmag Safaris to be a part in making your first trip to Tanzania a success. We look forward to another great safari in the near future.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 192 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $3,263 to $10,368
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 60
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
8 Days Luxury Serena Safari: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Arusha.
How much does 8 Days Luxury Serena Safari cost?
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Prices start at $3,263 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Arusha usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 8 Days Luxury Serena Safari take?
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Plan for about 192 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Arusha is not rushed.
Is 8 Days Luxury Serena Safari worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 60 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 10 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Arusha, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 8 Days Luxury Serena Safari?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is 8 Days Luxury Serena Safari suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 192-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book 8 Days Luxury Serena Safari?
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Around 4 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Arusha can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Arusha and add a light layer if any part of the 192-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 8 Days Luxury Serena Safari start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Arusha within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Arusha?
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On Outty we rank every Arusha experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Arusha Guided City Tour &Hotel Pickup (History, Culture &Market, 5 Days Camping Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro crater & Visiting Maasai, Materuni Waterfalls, coffee tour & Kikuletwa Hot Springs. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Arusha?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Arusha?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in 8 Days Luxury Serena Safari?
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Included: Lunch; Dinner; and Breakfast. Not included: Tipps to guides and hotel staff; Laundry; Soft and alcoholic drinks; and Travel Insurance. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does 8 Days Luxury Serena Safari include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 55 listed pickup locations in and around Arusha. Be ready about 120 minutes before the start time.
What languages is 8 Days Luxury Serena Safari offered in?
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It is offered in German, English, Italian, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for 8 Days Luxury Serena Safari?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is 8 Days Luxury Serena Safari wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Specialized infant seats are available; and Transportation options are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to 8 Days Luxury Serena Safari if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about 8 Days Luxury Serena Safari?
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Across 10 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, organization, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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