Tanzania · Safari

6-Day Tanzania Safari through Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater

6 Days Round trip from XXVH+PGJ Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Enjoy sightings of ferocious lions, giraffes, warthogs, and ostriches at Tarangire
02 Learn about the Great Migration in the Serengeti
03 Embark on game drives in the Ngorongoro Crater
04 See zebra and wildebeest gather to cross the Grumeti River
05 Marvel at Tarangire's ancient baobab trees and large elephant population

Embark on this safari to explore the wildlife of Tanzania's national parks, from Tarangire's distinctive baobab landscapes and large elephant population to the vast plains of the Serengeti. Get a chance to witness the Great Migration in the Western Serengeti, where zebra, wildebeest, and Cape buffalo gather to cross the Grumeti River, full of crocodiles. The journey also includes game drives in the remarkable Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its dramatic scenery and abundant wildlife.

Get a chance to witness the Great Migration in the Western Serengeti, where zebra, wildebeest, and Cape buffalo gather to cross the Grumeti River, full of crocodiles.

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, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arusha to Tarangire National Park and Ngorongoro Area

After breakfast in Arusha, we will depart early in the morning for Tarangire National Park. Once we arrive, we will begin exploring the enormous termite mounds and the ancient baobab trees. This park is renowned for its diverse bird species and extensive population of elephants. There are regular sightings of ferocious lions, giraffes, warthogs, ostriches, impalas, cheetahs, mongoose, buffaloes, and mischievous baboons. After viewing the wildlife in Tarangire, we will continue our journey to our next highlight, the Ngorongoro Crater, close to Lake Manyara. Dinner and overnight at a camp or lodge.

Day 02

Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, we collect our lunch boxes and start our journey west and north to our exciting destination, a name familiar to everyone - the Serengeti. On the way, the sheer scale of the territory and the raw beauty and awesomeness of the landscapes reveal themselves, and your driver-guide will help you spot animals and birds. This is just a preview of things to come, for the Serengeti is home to what is possibly the world's greatest gathering of wildlife.
After enjoying a picnic lunch, you will be eager to pursue more great wildlife-spotting opportunities in this UNESCO World Heritage Site. These endless plains are home to elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard, cheetah, hippo, and crocodile - the adventure has truly begun. In the evening, exhausted and exhilarated, it is time to drive to your chosen accommodation for dinner and to talk about the many fantastic experiences you had today. Overnight at a camp or lodge.

Day 03

Western Serengeti and the Great Migration

On this trip of a lifetime, we now have a short drive to reach the great Serengeti's Western Corridor, the park's narrow section through which the Great Migration must pass at this time of year. This is our focus as the herds of thousands of zebra and wildebeest gather enough strength to cross the Grumeti River. For them, danger lurks in the form of Nile crocodiles. For you, safe in your vehicle, this is a chance to see nature at its rawest in this stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Animals on the move, animals hunting or being hunted - a varied, rich birdlife is present, as are the Colobus monkeys who inhabit the forests. Each day is different here, unpredictable and full of surprises, but nothing can surpass the Great Migration, that unique natural wonder involving breathtaking numbers, literally hundreds of thousands of animals making their annual journey. Overnight at a camp or lodge.

Day 04

Morning Game Drive and Return to Central Serengeti

Before leaving the Western Serengeti, we take the opportunity this morning to enjoy another game drive in this incredible location. This allows us additional time to wonder at the migratory herds and the dangers and challenges they face each year in their battle for survival. As well as the herd animals, you may perhaps see a hippopotamus or a majestic martial eagle up in the skies. In addition to the migrating animals, this area has a good resident wildlife population, so you will not be disappointed.
In the afternoon, we will take the short drive back to the central part of the Serengeti, where you will be taken to your chosen accommodation for relaxation and your evening meal. Overnight at a camp or lodge.

Day 05

Central Serengeti Game Drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Soon after breakfast, you will enjoy another game drive in this incredible location. This allows us further time to wonder at the migratory herds and the dangers and challenges they face each year in their battle for survival. As well as the herd animals, you may perhaps see a hippopotamus or a majestic martial eagle up in the skies. In addition to the migrating animals, this area also has a good resident wildlife population, so you will not be disappointed.
In the afternoon, you will take a short game drive, and later drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where you will have your evening meal and overnight at a camp or lodge.

Day 06

Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive and Return to Arusha

Today after breakfast, we will descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, often referred to as the wonder of the world. This is the world's largest caldera, full of grassland, forest, and swamp, a setting of jaw-dropping beauty. The permanent water on the crater floor supports a resident population of more than 25,000 large mammals. Here you will find many reasons you chose to do safaris in Tanzania. Lions, waterbuck, hippo, baboons, black rhino, leopards, hyena, jackals, buffalo, warthog, gazelles, and much more abundant wildlife are sheltered here. The Maasai share this awesome space with animals and their cattle in an area that has been a separate conservation area since 1956 and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1978. This harmonious co-habitation of man and beast makes Ngorongoro unique in the world. You will enjoy a game drive break for a picnic lunch and, in the late evening, ascend from the crater and drive to your hotel in Arusha.