6 Days Tanzania Safari
Safari Overview
This unforgettable safari is designed to showcase the Great Migration—one of the most breathtaking wildlife spectacles on Earth—where millions of wildebeest and zebras journey across the vast plains of the Serengeti National Park in search of fresh grazing.
Over 6 days and 5 nights, you will explore some of Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations, starting with the elephant-rich landscapes of Tarangire National Park, continuing into the endless savannahs of the Serengeti, and concluding with the wildlife-dense crater floor of Ngorongoro Crater—a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its incredible concentration of animals.
Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
Destinations: Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater
Safari Map
Tarangire National Park
Serengeti National Park
Ngorongoro Crater
Day by day Itinerary
Day 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
Your safari begins with an early morning pick-up from your hotel in Arusha around 7:30–8:00 AM. After a short briefing from your professional safari guide, you will begin the drive to Tarangire National Park (approximately 2–3 hours), passing through Maasai villages and open plains.
Upon arrival, you’ll enter the park and start your first game drive. Tarangire is famous for its large elephant population—often seen in herds of up to 100—as well as its ancient baobab trees that dominate the landscape.
You’ll enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park, typically at a scenic site overlooking the Tarangire River, which attracts a variety of wildlife including zebras, wildebeest, giraffes, buffalo, and antelopes. Predators such as lions and leopards may also be spotted.
In the late afternoon, continue your game drive before exiting the park and heading to your lodge or tented camp for dinner and overnight.
Day 2: Tarangire – Serengeti National Park
After an early breakfast, depart around 8:00 AM and begin your journey toward the Serengeti. The drive takes approximately 6–7 hours but is incredibly scenic and rich in wildlife sightings.
You will pass through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where the landscape changes from lowland savannah to lush highlands. Along the way, you may spot Maasai herders with cattle, as well as wildlife such as zebras and gazelles.
As you descend into the Serengeti plains, the landscape opens dramatically into endless grasslands. You’ll begin your first game drive in the Serengeti immediately upon entry.
Expect to see large herds of wildebeest, zebras, and possibly predators such as lions lounging on kopjes (rock outcrops).
Arrive at your camp or lodge in the late afternoon or early evening.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Full Day Serengeti Migration Safari
This day dedicated to tracking the Great Migration. After an early breakfast (or with a packed breakfast), you will set out for a full-day game drive.
Your guide will use experience and real-time information to locate the migration herds. Depending on the time of year, you may visit different regions of the Serengeti (central, northern, or southern).
Key highlights may include:
- River crossings (especially in the north near the Mara River), where wildebeest face crocodiles and strong currents
- Calving season (in the south), with thousands of newborn wildebeest attracting predators
- Predator action, including lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and leopards hunting
You’ll enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush, surrounded by nature.
Game drives continue into the afternoon, maximizing wildlife viewing opportunities before returning to camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Serengeti Exploration
After breakfast, head out for another full day exploring different parts of the Serengeti ecosystem. This day allows flexibility to either continue following the migration or focus on resident wildlife.
You may explore river areas, open plains, or rocky kopjes where predators are often found.
Expect to see:
- Lions resting or hunting
- Cheetahs scanning the plains for prey
- Leopards in trees (if lucky)
- Elephants, giraffes, and large buffalo herds
Optional early morning or sunset game drives can be arranged for the best wildlife activity and photography lighting.
Return to camp in the evening for relaxation, dinner, and storytelling around the campfire.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Serengeti – Ngorongoro
Start your day with an early morning game drive at sunrise, one of the best times to see predators actively hunting.
After breakfast, begin your journey toward the Ngorongoro highlands. Enjoy a final game drive in the Serengeti as you exit the park.
Drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, arriving at the crater rim in the afternoon.
From the rim, you’ll enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the Ngorongoro Crater—a vast, unbroken caldera filled with wildlife.
Spend the evening relaxing at your lodge, enjoying the cool highland climate and a spectacular sunset.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
This day dedicated to tracking the Great Migration. After an early breakfast (or with a packed breakfast), you will set out for a full-day game drive.
Your guide will use experience and real-time information to locate the migration herds. Depending on the time of year, you may visit different regions of the Serengeti (central, northern, or southern).
Key highlights may include:
- River crossings (especially in the north near the Mara River), where wildebeest face crocodiles and strong currents
- Calving season (in the south), with thousands of newborn wildebeest attracting predators
- Predator action, including lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and leopards hunting
You’ll enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush, surrounded by nature.
Game drives continue into the afternoon, maximizing wildlife viewing opportunities before returning to camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Safari Experience Highlights
What is Included
- Park Fees (for Non-Residents).
- Concession/ Camping Fees.
- Daily game drives while on Safari.
- A professional driver/ guide.
- All Taxes and VAT
- Meals as per itinerary.
- Drinking water while on safari.
What is not Included
- International flights.
- Airport Transfers (Unless mentioned otherwise).
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour (Unless mentioned otherwise).
- Tips
- WiFi (If requested, additional charges will be incurred).
- Personal Items (Souvenirs, Travel Insurance, Visa Fees, etc.).
- Drinking water while on safari.
- Government imposed increase of Taxes and or Park Fees.
- Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary.