Tanzania · Safari

6-Day Tanzania Safari through Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Tarangire

6 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Walk through a luscious forest to a crystal waterfall in Arusha National Park
  • 02 Explore the Northern Circuit through Mto wa Mbu
  • 03 Witness the seasonal migration of wildebeest in Serengeti National Park
  • 04 Search for the Big Five in the Ngorongoro Crater
  • 05 Discover Lake Manyara's tree-climbing lions and rich birdlife

Take yourself into the East African wilderness on this Tanzanian safari through Arusha National Park, Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara. Spot savannah wildlife across sweeping plains, crater landscapes, forests, and soda lakes while admiring the region's remarkable flora and fauna. From walking through a luscious forest to a crystal waterfall to game drives in some of Tanzania's most famous parks, this journey combines wildlife viewing, birdlife, and fascinating landscapes along the Northern Circuit.

The splendid rays of orange, pink, and purple emerge on the horizon as the birds' melodies begin to harmonize.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Arusha, Moshi, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park, Arusha National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arusha National Park Game Drive and Walking Safari

  • Tourists will commence the Northern Circuit Safari by travelling to Arusha National Park. The game drive will travel along the shores of Lake Momella and through the bronzed bush, where the Ngurduto Crater buffaloes, waterbucks, giraffes, warthogs, zebras, and gazelles reside throughout the year.
  • The elusive leopards and elephants tend to be shy at Arusha, but there is a chance of spotting them. Renowned for flawless memories, the Northern Circuit Safari offers more than exquisite game drives. Education and exploration are also on the agenda, as we will set out on foot. This stroll is a chance to feel the sensation of Africa's vibrant pulse through the soles of your feet and experience the bush at its core. An armed ranger will accompany you on the walk, guiding you through the luscious forest up to the crystal waterfall and leading you to an area where you can view the black and white colobus monkeys. In the late afternoon, proceed back to Arusha.

Accommodation
Clients' selection: Public campsite / Tinted campsite / Lodges
Meals: Water is included in all meals (other drinks are not included).

2
Day 02

Tarangire National Park Wildlife Drive to Mto wa Mbu

  • Soon after breakfast, you will continue to this beautifully preserved scenic haven with a high diversity of bird species. The African elephant is the largest mammal on land, and the herds in the park are remarkable. Tarangire's wildlife includes elephants, lions, giraffes, warthogs, ostriches, impalas, cheetahs, mongooses, buffaloes, and baboons. We will drive to Mto wa Mbu and arrive in the late afternoon. The Northern Circuit safari surely is a memorable one.

Accommodations: Clients' selection: Public campsite / Tinted campsite / Lodges
Meals: Water is included in all meals (other drinks are not included).

3
Day 03

Journey to Serengeti and Afternoon Game Drive

  • You will continue your journey to Serengeti National Park. It contains the world's largest concentration of wildlife, including zebras, gazelles, lions, wildebeest, elephants, and giraffes. The seasonal migration of the masses of wildebeest is a magnificent sight. Serengeti means "The Land that Moves on Forever," and the splendid plains of savannah validate this. We will stop for lunch on a kopje (rock outcropping), and then the game drive will journey further into the park. Once the game drive is over, we will proceed to the Serengeti, where an appetizing dinner and overnight stay will be provided.

Full accommodations: Clients' selection: Public campsite / Tinted campsite / Lodges
Meals: Water is included in all meals (other drinks are not included).

4
Day 04

Early Morning Serengeti Safari to Ngorongoro Rim

  • On this day, our early morning game drive is exhilarating. The calls of the animals are clear, and the scents of the crisp air linger. Tracks left by predators on the prowl are untouched and could lead us to their den. The splendid rays of orange, pink, and purple emerge on the horizon as the birds' melodies begin to harmonize. The park is home to leopards, cheetahs, buffaloes, elands, wild dogs, crocodiles, monkeys, baboons, hippos, rhinos, and various antelope. A delicious lunch will be served at the park. In the afternoon, we will drive you to the Ngorongoro Crater rim.

Accommodation
Accommodations: Clients select Public campsites / Tinted campsites / Lodges
Meals: Water is included in all meals (other drinks are not included).

5
Day 05

Ngorongoro Crater Exploration and Transfer to Lake Manyara

  • On this fifth day, we will drive to the Ngorongoro Crater early in the morning. We will have a scrumptious picnic lunch and go on a game drive. A large amount of wildlife, as well as the fauna and flora, are traits that contribute to its title of "Africa's Garden of Eden." Due to the lofty structure, few animals migrate in and out of the crater, so there is a big chance of seeing every member of the Big 5 in one day. You could also encounter vultures, zebras, hippos, wildebeest, and hyenas. The alkaline lake attracts flamingos, geese, and storks. Our dedicated, skilled, and experienced guides will ensure that you discover all the glorious wonders of nature on your tour. Explore Ngorongoro, then we will drive to Lake Manyara, where you will enjoy dinner and an overnight stay.

Our accommodation
Accommodations: Clients select Public campsite / Tinted campsites / Lodges
Meals: Water is included in all meals (other drinks are not included).

6
Day 06

Lake Manyara Game Drive and Return to Arusha

  • On this day tour, more attractive treats are in store for you. Extending for miles along the emerald base of the gold-flecked Rift Valley escarpment, Lake Manyara National Park can only be described as an array of vistas. Giraffes that are so dark in coloration appear to be black from a distance, and the tree-climbing lions roam the savannah plains. Monkeys cling to the canopies of the forest, whilst the hippos disguise themselves in the waters of the soda lake. With over four hundred species, Lake Manyara is a birdwatcher's delight and attraction. Discover some of the wildlife, including buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, mongooses, klipspringers, and bushbucks. A lovely picnic lunch will be served in the park, and after the game drive, we will drive back to Arusha. This Northern Circuit safari will surely make you plan a future repeat trip.
Arusha National Park forest walk, Lake Momella shores, Tarangire National Park elephant herds, Serengeti National Park kopjes

Where this trip takes you

Arusha National Park forest walk, Lake Momella shores, Tarangire National Park elephant herds, Serengeti National Park kopjes

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Arusha 7 cities · 6 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transport (4x4 Land Cruiser) with open roof
  • Park fees
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide and chef
  • Campsite / lodge
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • 1.5L bottle of drinking water per day

What's Not Included

  • Flights (international and domestic)
  • Travel insurance and medical insurance
  • Visas
  • Personal items
  • Tips for the safari guide and chef
  • Soda and alcoholic beverages
  • Extra activities

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 6 days finish where they began, in Arusha.

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