Tanzania · Safari

6-Day Tanzania Wildlife Safari from Moshi with Hadzabe and Olduvai

6 Days Round trip from Tanzania Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Discover the Big Five and witness the spectacular wildlife migration in Serengeti National Park
  • 02 Explore Ngorongoro Crater and admire colourful flamingos, black rhinos, and diverse wildlife
  • 03 Meet the indigenous Hadzabe tribe and learn about their traditional hunter-gatherer lifestyle
  • 04 Experience thrilling game drives through Tarangire and Lake Manyara National Parks surrounded by remarkable landscapes

Experience Tanzanian wildlife on this 6-day safari from Moshi through Tarangire National Park, Lake Eyasi, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara National Park. Enjoy game drives across remarkable landscapes, from Tarangire's baobab-dotted plains to the dramatic Rift Valley escarpment at Lake Manyara. Along the way, visit the archaeological site of Olduvai Gorge, meet the indigenous Hadzabe tribe, and look out for the Big Five and other varied wildlife species in some of Tanzania's most celebrated parks.

Witness the spectacular migration of wildebeests, zebras, and other herbivores across the plains.

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 Moshi, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park, Lake Eyasi
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Tarangire National Park Safari

  • Depart from Springlands Hotel in Moshi after breakfast and drive along a scenic route to Tarangire National Park.
  • Enjoy a game drive through landscapes of grassy savannah plains, swamps, hills, and iconic baobab trees.
  • Spot elephants, zebras, buffalo, oryxes, and other wildlife gathering around the Tarangire River during the dry season.
  • Observe diverse bird species in one of Tanzania's richest bird breeding habitats.
  • Admire views of the Maasai steppe and surrounding mountains during the safari experience.
  • Continue wildlife viewing throughout the afternoon before driving to Highview Coffee Lodge for dinner and your overnight stay.
2
Day 02

Lake Eyasi and Cultural Encounters

  • Begin the day with breakfast before driving around the scenic Lake Eyasi area.
  • Observe birdlife including flamingos, pelicans, spoonbills, storks, barbets, egrets, and weavers around the lake.
  • Meet the Datoga people and learn about their farming and cattle-breeding traditions.
  • Visit the indigenous Hadzabe tribe and discover their hunter-gatherer lifestyle and unique click language.
  • Learn about the Hadzabe's traditional hunting methods and natural medicinal practices.
  • Travel to Karatu Town and check in at Highview Hotel for dinner and your overnight stay.
3
Day 03

Journey to Serengeti via Olduvai Gorge

  • Travel to Serengeti National Park through the scenic landscapes surrounding Olduvai Gorge.
  • Visit Olduvai Gorge, one of the world's most significant archaeological sites and the discovery place of early human fossils.
  • Explore the rugged terrain and learn about ancient stone tools and early human civilisation.
  • Discover the historical importance of the site and its connection to the Great Rift Valley.
  • Continue the journey to Serengeti National Park while enjoying views of the surrounding landscapes.
  • Arrive at Ikoma Wild Camp and Cottages in the evening for dinner and your overnight stay.
4
Day 04

Full-Day Serengeti Game Drive

  • Start the day with breakfast before departing for a full-day game drive in Serengeti National Park.
  • Witness the spectacular migration of wildebeests, zebras, and other herbivores across the plains.
  • Explore diverse landscapes ranging from open savannahs to dense woodlands during the safari.
  • Spot the Big Five along with cheetahs, giraffes, hyenas, and numerous bird species.
  • Enjoy a packed lunch during the game drive or return to camp for a hot lunch brunch.
  • Continue with an evening game drive before returning to Serengeti Wild Camp for dinner and your overnight stay.
5
Day 05

Ngorongoro Crater Wildlife Safari

  • Enjoy breakfast before travelling towards the Ngorongoro Crater for a wildlife safari experience.
  • Descend into the world's largest intact volcanic caldera and explore its remarkable wildlife habitats.
  • Visit Lake Magadi and observe colourful flamingos and various water bird species.
  • Spot black rhinos, lions, leopards, cheetahs, hyenas, antelopes, and other wildlife across the crater floor.
  • Admire the spectacular scenery and learn about the coexistence of local communities and wildlife.
  • Return to your lodge in the afternoon for dinner and your overnight stay.
6
Day 06

Lake Manyara National Park Exploration

  • Depart in the morning for Lake Manyara National Park beneath the dramatic Rift Valley escarpment.
  • Explore the park's diverse ecosystems including groundwater forests, acacia woodland, grassy plains, and wetlands.
  • Spot wildlife including buffalo, giraffes, bushbuck, waterbuck, hippos, elephants, and rare tree-climbing lions.
  • Observe colourful birdlife such as flamingos, birds of prey, and lilac-breasted rollers.
  • Watch blue monkeys, vervet monkeys, and active olive baboons throughout the park.
  • Return to Springlands Hotel in Moshi in the late afternoon to conclude your safari adventure.
Tarangire National Park, Lake Eyasi, Olduvai Gorge, Ngorongoro Crater

Where this trip takes you

Tarangire National Park, Lake Eyasi, Olduvai Gorge, Ngorongoro Crater

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Tanzania 6 cities · 6 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Full-board accommodation (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) while on safari
  • All game drives in a custom-built 4x4 safari Land Cruiser
  • All park and entrance fees
  • Transportation in 4x4 vehicles with viewing roofs
  • Professional English-speaking driver-guide during the safari
  • Bottled water in safari vehicles
  • Ngorongoro Crater car supplement fee
  • Current government taxes and levies
  • 24-hour support during the safari from our office in Moshi

What's Not Included

  • Internal or international flights
  • Transfers to and from the airport
  • Balloon excursion (US$600 per person)
  • Entry visa to Tanzania
  • Travel and health insurance
  • Gratuities for your guide, hotel staff, and porters
  • Meals, drinks, and excursions not described in the itinerary
  • Any other items of a personal nature, including laundry, telephone, and postage

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Moshi, Tanzania
Tour start
Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 6 days finish where they began, in Tanzania.

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