6 Days safari Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire
Overview
This 6 Days Tanzania Safari takes you through some of the most famous wildlife destinations in Northern Tanzania, including Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park. The safari offers incredible opportunities to experience the Big Five, witness breathtaking landscapes, and enjoy unforgettable game drives across diverse ecosystems filled with wildlife.
From the endless plains of Serengeti and the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater to the giant baobab trees of Tarangire and the scenic beauty of Lake Manyara, this safari combines Tanzania’s best national parks into one memorable adventure. Accompanied by experienced safari guides, you will explore stunning landscapes while spotting lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, and many other animals in their natural habitat.
Travel
6 Days, 5 Parks
Accommodation
5 Nights
Accommodation
5 Nights
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 1: ARUSHA – LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK
Pick up from Arusha in the morning and drive to Lake Manyara National Park, which is noted for its enormous 220km2 lake, the shoreline of which are often obscured by a pink carpet of flamingos. You will stop for a picnic luncheon on the route and then go on an afternoon wildlife drive, where you may view Lake Manyara’s famed tree-climbing lions, which are rarely seen in any other national park! As the sun sets you will head to have dinner and overnight in recommended Lodge/Camping.
Accommodation
Luxury: The Manor at Ngorongoro/ Kitela lodge/Manyara’s Secret.
Mid-range: Farm of Dream lodge/Eileen’s Tree Inn/ Karatu Simba Lodge.
Budget Camping: Panorama Camp/ Migombani camp.
DAY 2: MANYARA – SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
Early morning breakfast and a brief morning game drive before heading to the Serengeti National Park for an afternoon wildlife drive (lunchbox supplied). This afternoon, you will go on a wildlife drive in the central Seronera area, which is ideal for spotting lion prides and other big cats. Following the game drive you will head to spend the night at a recommended lodge/camping
Accommodation
Luxury: Baobab camp/ Lahia Tented lodge/ Nyikani camp.
Mid-range: Tukaone camp/ Kati-kati tented camp/ Serengeti Sound of Silence.
Budget Camping: Nyani Camp.
DAY 3: SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK FULL DAY
Full day wildlife drive in Serengeti National Park will allow you to explore this huge grassland. After your wildlife drive, have a picnic luncheon before returning to your accommodation for dinner and another night in the bush.
Accommodation
Luxury: Baobab camp/ Lahia Tented lodge/ Nyikani camp.
Mid-range: Tukaone camp/ Kati-kati tented camp/ Serengeti Sound of Silence.
Budget Camping: Nyani Camp.
DAY 4: SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK- NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA
Rise early to catch the wildlife while they are still active before the day becomes too hot and they go to rest (dawn game drive). Explore the hippo pools and look for crocodiles sunning as the sun rises. Return to your hotel for brunch, pack your belongings, and then travel to Ngorongoro while watching more animals along the route. Expect to see zebra and perhaps an elephant strolling around camp. You’ll undoubtedly be tired by the end of the day! You will have dinner and ovenight at a recommended lodge/camping
Accommodation
Luxury: Melia lodge /Ngongoro Creater Lodge/ Nomad Tanzania lodge.
Mid-range: Lions paw Lodge /Ngorongoro Serena lodge/ Sopa Lodge.
Budget Camping: Simba camp.
DAY 5: NGORONGORO CRATER TOUR – TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK
After a great breakfast at your lodge, descend into the iconic Ngorongoro crater to observe some of Tanzania’s less common animals, including the black rhino. You will have a morning game drive on the crater’s vast grassy plains, pausing for a picnic lunch at Ngoitoktok hippo springs before continuing your journey to Tarangire National Park, where you will experience a game drive on your way to your lodge. As the sun sets you will head to accommodation for dinner and overnight in recommended Lodge/Camping.
Accommodation
Luxury: Tarangire Sopa lodge/ Lemala Mpingo Ridge Lodge/ Maramboi tented lodge.
Mid-range: Tarangire Safari lodge/ Burunge tente lodge/ Sangaiwe tente lodge.
Budget Camping:Tarangire public campsite.
DAY 6: TARANGIRE – ARUSHA
Your final morning on safari will be spent in this area known for enormous herds of elephants and massive baobab trees dotting the landscape. Before heading for Arusha/Moshi (arrive 5-6pm), stop for lunch at the picturesque picnic location overlooking the Tarangire River.You will be dropped off at your hotel in Arusha or, if departing, we can arrange transportation to Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha airport.