This 6-day Tanzania safari takes you through Tarangire, Lake Manyara, the legendary Serengeti, and the UNESCO‑listed Ngorongoro Crater—offering world-class game drives, Big Five encounters, and breathtaking landscapes. From tree-climbing lions and vast elephant herds to the endless plains of the Serengeti and the dramatic caldera of Ngorongoro, each day delivers unforgettable wildlife and wilderness experiences in the heart of Africa’s Northern Circuit.
Day-1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
Drive Time: ~2 hrs (120 km)
Depart Arusha after breakfast and drive to Tarangire National Park, home to large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and a variety of wildlife.
Enjoy a full-day game drive with picnic lunch.
Arrive at your lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight.
Destinations: Arusha , Tarangire National Park
Accommodations: Tarangire Simba Lodge (or similar)
Main Attractions: Elephants, Baobabs, Tarangire River, Birdlife
Meals & Drinks: Lunch, Dinner
Day-2: Tarangire – Lake Manyara National Park
Drive Time: ~2 hrs (100 km)
After breakfast, head to Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions and flamingos.
Enjoy a game drive and picnic lunch in the park.
In the afternoon, proceed to your lodge in Karatu for dinner and overnight.
Destinations: Lake Manyara National Park , Karatu
Accommodations: Marera Valley Lodge (near Karatu)
Main Attractions: Tree-climbing lions, Hippos, Flamingos, Forested Landscape
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day-3: Lake Manyara – Serengeti National Park
Drive Time: ~5–6 hrs (via Ngorongoro)
Depart after breakfast for the legendary Serengeti National Park, driving through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Enjoy a game drive en route and arrive at your tented camp by late afternoon.
Destinations: Serengeti National Park , Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Accommodations: Serengeti Kati Kati Tented Camp
Main Attractions: Big Cats, Migration Herds (seasonal), Endless Plains
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day-4: Full Day in Serengeti National Park
Spend the full day on game drives in central Serengeti.
Early morning and late afternoon are ideal for wildlife sightings.
Return to camp for sundowners and a bush dinner.
Optional: Sunrise hot air balloon safari (extra cost).
Destinations: Serengeti National Park
Accommodations: Serengeti Kati Kati Tented Camp
Main Attractions: Lions, Cheetahs, Elephants, Giraffes
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day-5: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Drive Time: ~4–5 hrs
After breakfast and a short game drive, head to the Ngorongoro Highlands.
Arrive at your lodge on the crater rim in time to relax and enjoy the cooler climate.
Destinations: Ngorongoro Highlands
Accommodations: Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge
Main Attractions: Scenic Drive, Maasai Village Visit (optional)
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day-6: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
Drive Time: ~4 hrs (190 km)
Early descent into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive.
This UNESCO World Heritage Site offers incredible wildlife in a unique volcanic landscape, with opportunities to spot the Big Five, including the endangered black rhino.
Enjoy a picnic lunch by the hippo pool before returning to Arusha in the afternoon.
Drop-off at your hotel or Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), marking the end of your safari.
Destinations: Ngorongoro Crater , Arusha , Kilimanjaro International Airport
Main Attractions: Big Five, Black Rhino, Dramatic Crater Scenery, Hippo Pool
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch
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