Description
This 6-day safari takes you through Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife parks from the towering baobabs of Tarangire and the bird-rich shores of Lake Manyara, to the boundless plains of the Serengeti and the wildlife-dense Ngorongoro Crater. Stay in clean and comfortable lodges or camps, travel with a knowledgeable local guide, and enjoy an unforgettable yet affordable safari experience.
Optional Add-ons
- Night game drive in Lake Manyara
- Visit to a Maasai village or local market
- Upgrade to mid-range lodges or private tented camps
- Add a beach holiday in Zanzibar after your safari
Inclusions:
- Transport in private or shared 4x4 safari vehicle
- Experienced, English-speaking local guide
- All park and conservation fees
- 5 nights budget or mid-range accommodation
- Full board meals & bottled water
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Arusha
Exclusions:
- Alcoholic drinks
- International flights (from/to)
- Tips (tipping guideline $20 pp per day)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Schedule
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Day 1Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Start your journey from Arusha and head to Tarangire National Park, famous for its elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. Enjoy your first game drive with a packed lunch in the park. Later, check in at your lodge or camp outside the park.
Overnight: Budget or mid-range lodge near Tarangire
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Day 2Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, travel a short distance to Lake Manyara National Park. Enjoy a full-day game drive spotting flamingos, hippos, giraffes, and tree-climbing lions. After your safari, transfer to your accommodation in Karatu.
Overnight: Lodge or camp near Karatu
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Day 3Karatu to Serengeti via Ngorongoro Highlands
Today, drive through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands on your way to the world-renowned Serengeti National Park. Stop at viewpoints along the way before entering the Serengeti for your afternoon game drive. Watch for predators and grazing herds before heading to camp.
Overnight: Tented camp inside Serengeti National Park
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Day 4Full-Day Serengeti Safari
Spend the entire day on game drives across the Serengeti plains. Your guide will help you track big cats, elephants, antelopes, and more. Enjoy lunch in the bush or at a picnic site and soak in the beauty of Tanzania’s most iconic park.
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Day 5Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive as you exit the Serengeti and travel toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive at your lodge near the crater and prepare for the next day's descent.
Overnight: Lodge or camp near Ngorongoro
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Day 6Ngorongoro Crater Safari & Return to Arusha
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a natural wildlife haven and home to the Big Five. Enjoy a half-day safari inside the crater with incredible opportunities for wildlife viewing. After lunch, begin your return drive to Arusha, where your safari concludes.