6 Days Tanzania Safari – Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater
Experience the ultimate 6 Days Tanzania Safari featuring Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and Ngorongoro Crater. Enjoy extended time in Serengeti, incredible Big Five wildlife viewing, and unforgettable game drives across Tanzania's Northern Safari Circuit.
(General Overview - Generous African Tours & Safaris)
The 6 Days Tanzania Safari is one of the best safari packages for travelers seeking a more immersive wildlife experience across Tanzania's famous Northern Safari Circuit. With additional time spent in Serengeti National Park, this itinerary offers greater opportunities to observe wildlife behavior, track predators, and explore diverse ecosystems.
This safari takes visitors through Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater, three of Tanzania's most iconic wildlife destinations. Tarangire is famous for its massive elephant herds and ancient baobab trees, while the Serengeti is renowned for its endless plains, large predator populations, and seasonal Great Migration.
The extended stay in Serengeti National Park allows travelers to experience multiple game drives across different regions of the park, increasing the chances of witnessing lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and other remarkable wildlife species. The adventure concludes at the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa's most wildlife-rich conservation areas.
Perfect for couples, families, photographers, and wildlife enthusiasts, the 6 Days Tanzania Safari provides the ideal balance between adventure, comfort, and exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
6 Days · 5 Nights
Day 01
Arrival Arusha → Tarangire National Park
Meet your guide at Kilimanjaro International Airport or your Arusha hotel. Drive south through the Maasai steppe into Tarangire National Park for your first afternoon game drive among elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Settle into your tented camp beside the Tarangire River as the sun sets over the savannah.
🐘 Elephant herds
🌳 Baobab forests
🍽 Dinner included
🏕 Tented camp
Day 02
Full Day Tarangire — Dawn to Dusk
A full day exploring Tarangire's diverse habitats — riverine forest, seasonal swamps, and open savannah. Morning drives reveal lions stalking zebra at the water's edge. Afternoon drives into the northern woodland uncover tree-climbing lions and rare species like the fringe-eared oryx. Night sounds from your tent complete the experience.
🦁 Lions
🦓 Zebra & wildebeest
🍽 Full board
🌅 Sunrise drive
Day 03
Tarangire → Central Serengeti
After breakfast, transfer north toward the legendary Serengeti National Park. En route, game drive through the Seronera Valley — Africa's big cat capital — where cheetah and leopard sightings are frequent. Arrive at your Serengeti tented camp in time for a bush sundowner under an endless African sky.
🐆 Cheetah & leopard
🌿 Seronera Valley
🦛 Hippo pools
🥂 Sundowner
⭐ HIGHLIGHT DAY
Day 04
Full Day Central Serengeti — The Great Plains
An uninterrupted day on Africa's most famous savannah. Morning and afternoon game drives traverse the Seronera River circuits and the open grass plains. This is prime wildebeest migration territory — millions of animals in a perpetual search for grass and water. A packed bush lunch is delivered to the field so you never miss a sighting. End the day watching hyena clans gather at dusk.
🐃 Migration herds
🦁 Big cats
🥪 Bush lunch
🪨 Kopje rocks
⭐ Full board
Day 05
Serengeti → Ngorongoro Crater Rim
A final morning game drive in the Serengeti before driving east to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Pass through Maasai pasturelands and arrive at the crater rim as the evening mist rolls across the caldera — one of Africa's most cinematic views. Dinner and overnight at a crater-rim lodge with sweeping panoramic views into the world's largest intact volcanic caldera.
🌋 Crater rim views
🧿 Maasai culture
🏨 Rim lodge
Day 06
Ngorongoro Crater Descent → Arusha Departure
Descend into the 260 km² crater floor for a memorable half-day game drive. Dense wildlife concentrations make every kilometre rewarding — black rhino grazing near the crater lake, flamingo-fringed shores, lion prides, and hyena clans in their element. Ascend by midday and drive to Arusha for your onward flight or Zanzibar connection. A safari to remember.
🦏 Black rhino
🦩 Flamingos
🦁 Lion prides
✈ Arusha departure
What's Included & Excluded
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5 nights accommodation in mid-range lodges & tented camps
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All meals — full board throughout the safari
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Airport & hotel transfers in Arusha
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Private 4×4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof hatch
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English-speaking certified naturalist guide
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All national park & conservation area entry fees
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Ngorongoro Crater descent fees
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Mineral water in vehicle throughout
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Flying Doctors emergency evacuation cover
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All government taxes & VAT
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NOT INCLUDED
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International & domestic flights
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Tanzania visa fees (approx. $50 USD)
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Travel & comprehensive medical insurance
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Tips & gratuities for guide and camp staff
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Alcoholic beverages & soft drinks
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Personal shopping & souvenirs
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Laundry services at camps
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Optional hot air balloon safari (Serengeti)
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Phone calls & internet charges
Peak season
Good season
Low / rainy season
🏆 July – September
The ultimate migration spectacle. Wildebeest river crossings at the Mara River with dramatic predator action. Dry conditions mean excellent game viewing as animals congregate at water sources.
⭐ January – February
Calving season in the southern Serengeti draws big cats for an extraordinary predator–prey spectacle. Fewer crowds than peak season, with lush green landscapes ideal for photography.
🌤 October – December
Short rains bring the green season. Wildlife is still abundant, birdlife is exceptional, and lodge rates are lower. A great value time to visit with beautiful light for photography.
🌧 March – May
Long rains make some roads challenging. However, this is the cheapest time to visit with deeply discounted rates. Landscapes are lush and beautiful — a hidden gem for the adventurous traveller.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is this safari suitable for first-time visitors to Africa?
Absolutely. This package is designed with first-timers in mind. Your certified naturalist guide manages all logistics, park navigation, and wildlife spotting. The mid-range camps are comfortable and welcoming — large enough for good facilities, intimate enough for a genuine bush experience.
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What is the group size on this safari?
We offer this as a private safari (just your group) or as part of small shared departures of up to 6 guests per vehicle. Private departures can be arranged on any date of the year. Shared departures follow scheduled weekly departure dates.
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Will I see the Great Wildebeest Migration on this trip?
This itinerary is migration-friendly year-round because the Serengeti ecosystem hosts the migrating herds throughout the year — they simply move between different regions. For the famous Mara River crossings, travel between July and September. For calving season, January and February in the southern Serengeti are spectacular and less crowded.
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What does "mid-range accommodation" mean in Tanzania?
Mid-range in Tanzania means comfortable en-suite tented camps or permanent lodges with proper beds, private bathrooms with hot showers, electricity for charging, and wholesome cooked meals. They are a meaningful step up from budget camping while remaining far more affordable than high-end luxury camps costing $800–$1,500 per person per night.
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Do I need vaccinations before visiting Tanzania?
Yellow Fever vaccination is required if arriving from a yellow fever endemic country, and proof may be requested at the border. Hepatitis A, Typhoid, and malaria prophylaxis are strongly recommended. Please consult a travel health clinic or GP at least 4–6 weeks before departure for personalised medical advice.
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Can this itinerary be customised or extended?
Yes — we love tailoring safaris. Common additions include Lake Manyara National Park for tree-climbing lions and flamingos, a Zanzibar beach extension (3–7 nights), a Kilimanjaro climb (5–9 days), or a hot air balloon over the Serengeti. We can also upgrade any camp to luxury level or adjust departure dates to align with the migration.
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What currency should I bring to Tanzania?
The Tanzanian Shilling (TZS) is the local currency, but US Dollars are widely accepted for tips, optional activities, and souvenirs. Bring clean, undamaged post-2009 USD banknotes — older or damaged notes are often refused. ATMs are available in Arusha but are limited inside the national parks, so plan accordingly before departure.
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