Tanzania · Safari

6-Day Tanzania Safari through Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater

6 Days Round trip from Tanzania Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Tarangire National Park, known for large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees
  • 02 Discover Lake Manyara National Park with its tree-climbing lions and flamingo-filled soda lake
  • 03 Experience the world-famous Serengeti National Park, home to the Big Five and abundant wildlife
  • 04 Witness the incredible landscapes and rich wildlife concentration within Ngorongoro Crater
  • 05 Visit a traditional Maasai village for cultural interaction and insight

Experience an unforgettable 6-day Tanzania safari adventure through some of the country's most iconic national parks, including Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. Begin your journey in Arusha and venture into Tarangire's landscapes filled with giant baobab trees and large elephant herds. Continue to Lake Manyara, renowned for its tree-climbing lions and flamingo-filled soda lake, before exploring the endless plains of Serengeti, home to the Big Five and abundant wildlife. Conclude with the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site teeming with remarkable wildlife.

Explore the park, known for its tree-climbing lions, lush groundwater forests, and soda lake filled with flamingos.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Arusha, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Arusha and Safari Briefing

  • Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport.
  • Meet the driver upon arrival and transfer to the hotel.

  • Rest and receive a detailed safari briefing from the tour representative.

Stay overnight in Arusha.

2
Day 02

Tarangire National Park Game Drive

  • Begin the day with breakfast at the hotel.
  • Drive to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its giant baobab trees and large elephant herds.

  • Enjoy a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch inside the park.

  • Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

3
Day 03

Lake Manyara Wildlife Exploration

  • Depart after breakfast for Lake Manyara National Park.
  • Explore the park, known for its tree-climbing lions, lush groundwater forests, and soda lake filled with flamingos.

  • Undertake either a half-day or full-day game drive depending on the schedule.

  • Transfer to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

4
Day 04

Scenic Drive to Serengeti National Park

  • Start the morning with an early breakfast.
  • Drive towards Serengeti National Park via the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands.

  • Conduct a game drive en route and enter Serengeti by afternoon.

  • Enjoy wildlife sightings while heading to the lodge or camp for the night.

5
Day 05

Serengeti Game Drive and Transfer to Ngorongoro

  • Embark on an early morning game drive in Serengeti to track predators and witness the abundant wildlife.
  • Return for brunch before departing towards Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

  • Stop optionally at a Maasai village for a cultural experience.

  • Proceed to the lodge located near the Ngorongoro Crater rim for dinner and overnight stay.

6
Day 06

Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Departure

  • Have an early breakfast at the lodge.
  • Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive.

  • Experience the incredible scenery and the rich wildlife concentration within the crater.

  • Return to Arusha in the afternoon for drop-off at the hotel or transfer to the airport.

  • Conclude the safari.

Tarangire National Park giant baobab trees, Lake Manyara National Park flamingo-filled soda lake, Serengeti National Park endless plains, Ngorongoro Crater wildlife basin

Where this trip takes you

Tarangire National Park giant baobab trees, Lake Manyara National Park flamingo-filled soda lake, Serengeti National Park endless plains, Ngorongoro Crater wildlife basin

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Tanzania 5 cities · 6 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Park fees

  • Game drives in a 4x4 pop-up roof vehicle

  • Professional driver-guide

  • Accommodation and meals as per itinerary

  • Bottled drinking water

  • Airport transfer

What's Not Included

  • International flights

  • Tips and personal expenses

  • Travel insurance

  • Optional activities such as the Maasai village visit

What to bring

  • Light clothes and layers for cold mornings

  • Sun protection including hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses

  • Camera and binoculars

  • Comfortable shoes

  • Personal medicine

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Airport in 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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