Tanzania · Safari

6-Day Northern Tanzania Safari with Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater

6 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Tarangire National Park and witness its thriving elephant herds and towering baobab trees
02 Discover the Serengeti plains on game drives in search of lions, cheetahs, and migratory wildlife
03 Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for exceptional sightings of the Big Five and vibrant birdlife
04 Enjoy immersive wildlife viewing throughout the safari with expert guides leading each excursion

Discover northern Tanzania's finest wildlife regions on a boutique post-Kilimanjaro safari. Explore Tarangire's elephant-filled landscapes, journey across the Serengeti's predator-rich plains, and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for exceptional Big Five encounters. Travel in a private 4x4 vehicle with an expert guide and stay in charming boutique lodges that offer comfort and authenticity. Designed for climbers and travellers with limited time, this safari blends adventure, relaxation, and positive impact through Kilibound's community water projects.

Explore Tarangire's elephant-filled landscapes, journey across the Serengeti's predator-rich plains, and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for exceptional Big Five encounters.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Arusha, Mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Tanzania and Transfer to Arusha

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to The Arusha Hotel for your overnight stay.
Relax, enjoy the hotel amenities, and prepare for your safari adventure.
Accommodation: The Arusha Hotel
Meals: Dinner

Day 02

Tarangire Game Drive and Transfer to Karatu

Enjoy an early breakfast and depart for Tarangire National Park.
Embark on a full-day game drive among elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and over 500 bird species.
Have a picnic lunch inside the park.
Continue to Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay at Ngorongoro Farm House.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Farm House
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 03

Scenic Drive to Serengeti via Ngorongoro Highlands

Depart after breakfast for the Serengeti via the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands.
Enjoy an afternoon game drive en route to your lodge in the Katikati area of Serengeti.
Spot lions, cheetahs, wildebeest, and other iconic wildlife across the open plains.
Accommodation: Katikati Serengeti Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 04

Full-Day Serengeti Wildlife Exploration

Spend the day exploring Serengeti's vast grasslands.
Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives focusing on predator sightings and seasonal migrations.
Have a picnic lunch in the park.
Accommodation: Katikati Serengeti Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 05

Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Karatu

Depart after breakfast and drive to the Ngorongoro Crater.
Descend 600 metres for a half-day game drive with sightings of lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, rhinos, flamingos, and hippos.
Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater.
Continue to Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay at a boutique lodge.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Farm House or Country Lodge Karatu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 06

Karatu Return and Departure Transfer

Enjoy breakfast and an optional coffee estate walk.
Return to Arusha and transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for departure.
Meals: Breakfast