Overview
This 6-day safari takes you through all of Northern Tanzania’s main parks: Arusha National Park, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. You will see elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, flamingos, and many birds. The trip combines wildlife, stunning landscapes, and cultural experiences in a short but full adventure.
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha and Arusha National Park
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Arusha. Visit Arusha National Park in the afternoon for a game drive. See giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and colorful birds. Overnight in Arusha.
Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Drive to Tarangire National Park. Afternoon game drive to spot large elephant herds, giraffes, zebras, and birds. Overnight at a lodge near Tarangire.
Day 3: Tarangire to Lake Manyara National Park
Morning game drive in Tarangire, then drive to Lake Manyara National Park. Enjoy a game drive in the afternoon to see tree-climbing lions, elephants, baboons, and flamingos. Overnight at a lodge near Lake Manyara.
Day 4: Lake Manyara to Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, drive to Serengeti National Park via the Ngorongoro Highlands. Afternoon game drive in Serengeti to see lions, cheetahs, zebras, and wildebeest. Overnight at a tented camp or lodge inside Serengeti.
Day 5: Full Day in Serengeti National Park
Spend the full day exploring Serengeti. Morning and afternoon game drives across different regions to increase chances of seeing predators and prey. Optional hot air balloon ride at sunrise. Overnight at the same lodge or camp.
Day 6: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater and Return to Arusha
Drive to Ngorongoro Crater. Descend for a morning game drive to see rhinos, lions, elephants, and flamingos. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater. After the drive, return to Arusha for departure.
Includes
- All park entry fees.
- Accommodation in lodges and tented camps.
- All meals during the safari.
- Transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof.
- Professional English-speaking guide.
- Bottled water during game drives.
- Airport transfers.
Excludes
- International flights.
- Visa fees.
- Travel insurance.
- Personal expenses like souvenirs, laundry, or drinks.
- Optional activities such as hot air balloon ride.
- Tips and gratuities.