Wildlife Safari

Two cheetahs standing in a green field with flowers

Banded mongoose on rock in natural habitat

Two lion cubs mirrored on water surface at dusk

6 Days – Lake Manyara/Serengeti Plains/Ngorongoro Crater/Tarangire

Tanzania’s Treasures Unveiled: A Thrilling 6-Day Safari Experience

Discover the wonders of Tanzania with our carefully curated 6-day African wildlife safaris, tours, holidays, and travel packages. Our 6-day Africa Wildlife safari itinerary includes the stunning Ngorongoro Conservation Area and the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater National Park. Designed for those who wish to immerse themselves in a more extended adventure, our tours also feature the Tarangire National Park, providing a comprehensive northern circuit safari experience while minimising travel time.

Join us on an unforgettable journey through Lake Manyara National Park, one of Tanzania’s most picturesque wildlife havens. With its expansive soda lake at the base of the Great Rift Valley’s western escarpment, this park is perfect for a one-day game drive and is famous for its tree-climbing lions. Our safari will also take you to the vast Serengeti National Park, spanning 14,500 square kilometres, where each day presents a new landscape and thrilling adventure.

Your safari will lead you to the Ngorongoro Crater and Conservation Area, a wildlife haven that boasts one of the highest concentrations of animals in Africa, including a thriving population of predators and carnivores. Witness the awe-inspiring sight of African wildlife in a self-contained world teeming with life. Conclude your journey at Tarangire National Park, renowned for its impressive game concentration, second only to the Ngorongoro Crater. With its raw, untouched beauty and few crowds, this park promises a truly immersive wildlife experience.

Trip Duration:

6 days

Safari Travels To:

Lake Manyara/Serengeti Plains/Ngorogoro Crater/Tarangire

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Your Day to Day Itinerary

All our itineraries are suggestions; they can be adapted and customised to suit your needs and preferences or for any seasonal changes or migratory animal movements.

Day 1 – Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park

Travel Time:

2 hours 30 mins
Distance:

130 km

Start your adventure with a pick-up from your accommodation and a scenic transfer to Lake Manyara National Park. Upon arrival, we’ll enjoy a delightful lunch before heading out for an afternoon game drive.

Lake Manyara National Park is one of Tanzania’s most breathtaking wildlife areas. It features a vast, shallow soda lake that covers two-thirds of the park, nestled at the foot of the Great Rift Valley’s western escarpment. This diverse habitat attracts a wide range of wildlife, including one of Africa’s largest concentrations of elephants, the park’s famous tree-climbing lions, and large flocks of flamingos drawn to the lake’s algae.

After a day full of adventure, relax and unwind with dinner and an overnight stay at your accommodation in Karatu.

Day 2 – Karatu to Serengeti Plains

Travel Time:

2 hours 30 mins
Distance:

130 km

After breakfast, we embark on our journey to the iconic Serengeti National Park. Our route takes us through the picturesque farmlands of Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. As we leave the highlands, we descend into the heart of wild Africa—the vast Serengeti National Park, where endless plains stretch as far as the eye can see.

We’ll make our way to the Seronera area, the central part of the park, known for its abundant wildlife and the vital Seronera River. This river attracts a diverse range of animals, making it one of the richest wildlife habitats in the Serengeti.

We’ll arrive just in time for lunch, followed by an exciting afternoon game drive. This will give you the perfect opportunity to witness the incredible wildlife the Serengeti has to offer.

Enjoy a delicious dinner and an overnight stay in the Seronera area, with accommodation tailored to your preferences.

Day 3 – Serengeti Plains

Travel Time:

None
Distance:

0 km

Experience the magic of a hot air balloon ride over the Serengeti Plains. Float silently above the waking bush, spotting wildlife and soaking in the breathtaking African scenery. This unique adventure is available at an additional cost and must be arranged in advance.

After breakfast, we embark on a full-day game drive along the Sogore River Circuit, which loops into the plains south of the Seronera River. Keep your eyes peeled for lions, Thomson gazelles, topis, ostriches, and cheetahs. Following our morning drive, we’ll visit the Serengeti Visitor Centre, near the Seronera Lodge and public campsites. The centre offers fascinating wildlife displays, a gift shop with maps and information leaflets, a snack shop, a picnic area, and a trail around a nearby kopje.

We’ll enjoy a relaxed picnic lunch in the shade of giant acacia trees before heading out in the afternoon to explore the Kopjes Circuit. This route circles the Maasai Kopjes, known for attracting lions and large cobras. These weathered granite outcrops provide shade and water, making them excellent spots for wildlife viewing, especially during the dry seasons when animals come to drink.
After a thrilling day, we’ll have dinner and spend the night in the Seronera area, where we’ll stay in accommodation suited to your preferences.

Day 4 – Serengeti Plains to Ngorongoro Crater to Karatu

Travel Time:

3 hours 15 mins & 1 hour 40 mins
Distance:

150 km & 52 km

After a delightful breakfast, we head to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. On our way, we’ll stop at the fascinating Olduvai Gorge, a site rich with history dating back to the dawn of time. Here, the renowned anthropologists Drs. Louis and Mary Leakey discovered the skulls of ‘Nutcracker Man’ and ‘Handy Man,’ significant links in human evolution.

We’ll arrive just in time for lunch. After a delicious meal, we’ll descend over 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater for an exciting half-day safari. The crater’s year-round water supply and lush vegetation support a diverse range of wildlife, including herds of wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, eland, warthog, hippo, and giant African elephants. The park is also famous for its dense population of predators, such as lions, hyenas, jackals, cheetahs, and the elusive leopard.

We’ll visit Lake Magadi, a large but shallow alkaline lake in the southwestern corner of the crater, home to numerous flamingos, hippos, and other water birds.

After an exhilarating day, we’ll enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at your accommodation in Karatu.

Day 5 – Karatu to Tarangire National Park

Travel Time:

1 hour 35 mins
Distance:

95 km

After a hearty breakfast, we’ll set off for the stunning Tarangire National Park. This park, nestled along the Tarangire River, features low-lying hills on the Great Rift Valley floor. Its diverse landscape includes Acacia woodlands, majestic African Baobab trees, and expansive swamps in the south. During Tanzania’s dry season, the rivers and swamps attract many wildlife.

Tarangire is renowned for having some of the largest elephant herds in Africa. You’ll also have the chance to see three rare species: the Greater Kudu, the Fringed-eared Oryx, and a few Ashy Starlings.

After enjoying a delightful picnic lunch, we’ll embark on an exciting afternoon game drive to explore more of this incredible park.

Dinner and overnight will be in the Tarangire National Park area, tailored to your preferred accommodation style.

Day 6 – Tarangire National Park to Arusha

Travel Time:

2 hours
Distance:

120 km

Start your day with an early morning game drive in the beautiful Tarangire National Park, followed by a delicious breakfast at the lodge. Afterwards, we’ll transfer back to Arusha. Upon arrival, we’ll enjoy a lovely lunch together, marking the end of our unforgettable Tanzanian safari adventure.

Before parting ways, we encourage you to show appreciation to your guide by tipping approximately $20-$30 per day.

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