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Trip Overview
Embark on a thrilling 6-day safari adventure through Tanzania’s most celebrated national parks—Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro. This mid-range safari offers a perfect blend of comfort, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable wildlife encounters. Witness the Big Five, large elephant herds, the Great Migration (seasonal), and diverse ecosystems, all while staying in comfortable lodges and tented camps. Expert guides will take you on immersive game drives, ensuring a once-in-a-lifetime safari experience.
Trip Highlight
- Arrival – Kilimanjaro International Airport to Arusha
- Day 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
- Day 2: Tarangire – Serengeti National Park
- Day 3: Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti
- Day 4: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
- Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater Tour
- Day 6: Ngorongoro – Arusha – Kilimanjaro International Airport
Itineray
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by the Arrow Trekking and Safaris team. You will be transferred to your lodge in Arusha, where you can relax after your journey. Enjoy a delicious meal and receive a detailed briefing from your guide about the safari ahead.
Main Activities: Game drive in Tarangire
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, known for its massive elephant herds, stunning baobab trees, and a variety of wildlife, including lions, cheetahs, giraffes, and leopards. The Tarangire River provides a year-round water source, attracting numerous animals, especially during the dry season.
Enjoy a game drive through the park’s diverse landscapes, spotting zebras, buffaloes, antelopes, and more. As the sun sets, head to your mid-range lodge or tented camp for dinner and overnight.
Main Activities: En-route game drive to Serengeti, afternoon safari
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, embark on a scenic drive toward the world-renowned Serengeti National Park. Along the way, pass through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where you’ll enjoy stunning landscapes and the chance to spot Maasai villages.
Upon arrival in Serengeti, enjoy an afternoon game drive, where you’ll witness the vast plains teeming with wildebeests, zebras, gazelles, lions, cheetahs, and leopards. During the Great Migration (seasonal), millions of animals cross these plains in search of fresh grazing land.
As the day ends, settle into your lodge or tented camp for a night in the heart of the Serengeti.
Main Activities: Sunrise and afternoon game drives
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Rise early for a spectacular sunrise game drive, the best time to witness predators hunting and other animals beginning their day. Watch as lions, hyenas, and leopards move through the golden grasslands.
Spend the day exploring different regions of Serengeti, tracking wildlife in their natural habitat. Spot elephants, giraffes, hippos, and diverse birdlife.
After a picnic lunch, continue with another afternoon game drive, discovering more of this legendary park. Return to your camp in the evening for dinner and relaxation under the African stars.
Main Activities: Morning game drive in Serengeti, transfer to Ngorongoro
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, enjoy a final morning safari in the Serengeti before heading to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Stop at Maasai villages for an optional cultural experience, where you’ll learn about their unique traditions and way of life.
Arrive at your lodge near the Ngorongoro Crater, where you can relax and take in the breathtaking views of the caldera before dinner.
Main Activities: Game drive in Ngorongoro Crater
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Wake up early for a thrilling descent into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s most breathtaking wildlife havens. The crater is home to a high density of wildlife, including black rhinos, hippos, lions, elephants, flamingos, and cheetahs.
Enjoy a game drive through the diverse landscapes of the crater, from open grasslands to lush swamps and acacia woodlands. Stop for a picnic lunch by the hippo pool, then continue exploring the rich ecosystem.
In the late afternoon, ascend the crater and head back to your lodge or tented camp for dinner and a relaxing evening.
Main Activities: Morning at leisure, transfer to Arusha or airport
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast, begin your journey back to Arusha, where you’ll have lunch and time for shopping or relaxing before your transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight. Depending on your flight schedule, additional excursions can be arranged.
Includes/Excludes
Includes
- Pick-up and drop-off at Kilimanjaro International Airport
- A professional driver/guide
- Meals as indicated in the itinerary.
- Full-board accommodation in mid-range lodges/tented camps
- All Taxes/VAT
- Transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for game viewing
Excludes
- International and domestic flights
- Travel insurance.
- Tips for the safari guide and lodge staff
- Beverages and personal expenses.
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
FAQs
Yes, most international visitors require a visa to enter Tanzania. Tourist visas can be obtained online, at Tanzanian embassies, or upon arrival at the airport. It’s advisable to check specific visa requirements based on your nationality before traveling.
The best time for a safari is during the dry season (June to October) when wildlife viewing is at its peak. However, the green season (November to May) offers fewer crowds and beautiful landscapes, with the Great Migration in Serengeti being a year-round spectacle.
This is a mid-range safari, meaning you’ll stay in comfortable lodges or tented camps that provide en-suite bathrooms, delicious meals, and excellent service while maintaining an authentic safari experience.
You can expect to see the Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino) as well as cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, and numerous bird species. Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti are rich in wildlife.
Swahili is the official language of Tanzania, and English is widely spoken, especially in tourist areas. Learning a few Swahili phrases is appreciated and can enhance your cultural experience (greeting people with “Jambo” (hello) )
You’ll need a valid passport, a Tanzanian visa, and permits provided by your tour operator to access Kilimanjaro National Park.
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