6-Day Northern Tanzania Big Five Safari through Serengeti and Ngorongoro

6 Days Round trip from Tanzania Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Search for the Big Five, including lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and black rhinos
02 Witness the spectacular wildlife and endless plains of the world-famous Serengeti National Park
03 Discover the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater, the world's largest intact volcanic caldera
04 Observe large elephant herds, rare bird species, and ancient baobab trees in Tarangire National Park

Experience the ultimate 6-day Northern Tanzania safari through some of Africa's most iconic wildlife destinations. Explore the breathtaking landscapes of Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park while enjoying unforgettable game drives in search of the Big Five. Witness vast herds of elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, flamingos, and countless bird species in their natural habitats. Travel through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with the option to visit a traditional Maasai village or the historic Olduvai Gorge, for a perfect combination of spectacular wildlife, remarkable landscapes, and authentic Tanzanian experiences.

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, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Lake Manyara Game Drive and Transfer to Karatu

Pick up from your hotel in Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport.
Drive across the Maasai Steppe toward Lake Manyara National Park.
Enjoy a full-day game drive through the park.
Spot tree-climbing lions, flamingos, elephants, giraffes, zebras, hippos, baboons, warthogs, and numerous bird species.
Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park.
Continue afternoon game viewing before driving to Karatu via the Great Rift Valley Escarpment.
Arrive in Karatu in the evening.

Day 02

Through Ngorongoro to Central Serengeti

Enjoy breakfast before departing for Serengeti National Park.
Drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Visit a Maasai village or Olduvai Gorge if desired at an additional cost.
Enter Serengeti National Park through Naabi Hill Gate.
Enjoy an afternoon game drive across the famous plains.
Search for wildebeests, zebras, lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, and other wildlife.
Arrive at your safari camp or lodge in Central Serengeti.

Day 03

Full-Day Serengeti Wildlife Safari

Spend the entire day exploring Serengeti National Park.
Follow the seasonal movements of the Great Migration.
Search for the Big Five and other iconic African wildlife.
Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by the spectacular savannah.
Continue afternoon game drives with your experienced safari guide.
Return to your camp or lodge in the evening.

Day 04

Ngorongoro Crater Full-Day Game Drive

Depart the Serengeti after breakfast.
Drive through Naabi Hill Gate and re-enter the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive.
Search for the Big Five, including lions, elephants, leopards, buffaloes, and black rhinos.
Observe zebras, wildebeests, jackals, cheetahs, and abundant birdlife.
Ascend to the crater rim in the late afternoon.

Day 05

Tarangire Wildlife Viewing and Lodge Stay

Enjoy breakfast before driving to Tarangire National Park.
Begin game viewing immediately after entering the park.
Explore the Tarangire River, the park's main wildlife gathering area.
Spot large elephant herds, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, gerenuks, beisa oryxes, and rare bird species.
Continue afternoon game drives through the park.
Arrive at your safari lodge or tented camp.

Day 06

Final Tarangire Game Drive and Return to Arusha

Enjoy an early breakfast before entering Tarangire National Park for a final game drive.
Continue searching for wildlife and photographing the park's diverse landscapes.
Depart the park in the afternoon.
Drive back to Arusha.
Transfer to your hotel or the airport to conclude your safari.

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 in en-suite tented camps and safari lodges
Private professional safari guide
Authentic Maasai cultural experience
Extended Toyota Land Cruiser for safari travel
Private 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for game viewing
Round-trip airport transfers
All national park entrance fees
All Ngorongoro Crater conservation and entry fees
All meals during the safari
Airport meet and greet service on arrival and departure
Safari vehicle equipped with an ice chest, bottled mineral water, and wildlife guidebooks
Government taxes, VAT, and service charges related to accommodation and included meals

What's Not Included

Tanzania tourist visa fee of USD 50 per person on arrival, or USD 100 for USA and Canada passport holders
Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, and beverages
Meals not specified in the itinerary
Optional activities such as a hot air balloon safari at USD 500 per person
Tips and gratuities
Personal items and additional expenses

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