Overview
This 6-day safari offers an unforgettable journey through Tanzania’s most renowned national parks: Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara. Experience the thrill of spotting the Big Five, witness the Great Migration (seasonal), and explore breathtaking landscapes filled with diverse wildlife. This adventure is perfect for travelers seeking a well-rounded safari experience.
Highlights
- ✔ Explore the legendary Serengeti National Park
- ✔ Witness the Big Five in Ngorongoro Crater
- ✔ See large elephant herds in Tarangire National Park
- ✔ Discover the tree-climbing lions of Lake Manyara
- ✔ Enjoy stunning sunsets and varied ecosystems
Itinerary
Your journey begins with a morning pick-up from your Arusha hotel, followed by a 2.5-hour scenic drive to Tarangire National Park. Known for its enormous elephant herds and ancient baobab trees, the park is home to lions, leopards, giraffes, and diverse birdlife. After a mid-morning game drive, enjoy a picnic lunch in a scenic area. Continue exploring in the afternoon before heading to your lodge or tented camp for dinner and overnight stay.
After breakfast, set off for the world-famous Serengeti National Park, traveling through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive in the Serengeti by midday and enjoy a picnic lunch before beginning your first thrilling game drive. The Serengeti’s vast plains are home to the Big Five and countless other species. As the sun sets, you’ll check into your lodge/tented camp, enjoy dinner, and rest for the night.
Start your day with a sunrise game drive, the best time to witness predators in action. Return for breakfast before continuing your game drives across different regions of the Serengeti, depending on wildlife movements. A packed lunch will be served in the bush, followed by an afternoon exploring the park’s incredible landscapes. As the evening approaches, return to your lodge/tented camp for dinner and an overnight stay.
After an early breakfast, embark on one last Serengeti game drive before traveling toward Ngorongoro. Stop for a picnic lunch en route and continue your journey with wildlife viewing along the way. Arrive at your lodge or camp on the crater rim in the late afternoon. Enjoy a delicious dinner and relax, preparing for the next day’s crater adventure.
Wake up early for breakfast before descending into the Ngorongoro Crater, a natural wildlife haven teeming with lions, rhinos, elephants, buffaloes, and hippos. Spend the morning exploring this incredible ecosystem before enjoying a picnic lunch near a scenic hippo pool. In the afternoon, ascend the crater and drive to Lake Manyara, where you’ll check in at your lodge/tented camp for dinner and overnight stay.
After breakfast, enjoy a game drive through Lake Manyara National Park, known for its tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and lush forested areas. You may spot elephants, giraffes, baboons, and hippos along the lake’s shores. A picnic lunch will be provided before driving back to Arusha, where you’ll arrive in the afternoon, marking the end of your incredible safari.
Includes/Excludes
Cost Includes
- ✅ Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- ✅ Professional English-speaking safari guide
- ✅ All park fees and conservation charges
- ✅ Full-board accommodation (lodge/tented camp)
- ✅ Meals and bottled water throughout the safari
- ✅ Game drives in Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Lake Manyara
Cost Excludes
- ❌ International/domestic flights
- ❌ Personal expenses (souvenirs, tips)
- ❌ Additional drinks (soft drinks, alcohol)
- ❌ Optional cultural visits (Maasai village)
- ❌ Travel insurance
- ❌ Visa fees
FAQs
Yes! Each park offers stunning landscapes and abundant wildlife.
Budget, mid-range, and luxury lodges/tented camps are available.
It depends on the season, but Serengeti always has rich wildlife.
Yes, it’s a great experience for families and groups.
Two full days to maximize wildlife sightings.
