6-Day Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari

Explore Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro on a 6-day Tanzania safari from Arusha with elephants, predators, landscapes and diverse wildlife.

 

Four Northern Tanzania Ecosystems, One Six-Day Safari

Four Northern Tanzania Ecosystems, One Six-Day Safari

Explore four of Tanzania’s distinctive Northern Circuit destinations on a 6-day Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro safari from Arusha.

This itinerary combines the elephant and baobab landscapes of Tarangire National Park, the Rift Valley scenery and forests of Lake Manyara National Park, the expansive plains of the Serengeti, and the wildlife-rich environment of the Ngorongoro Crater.

It is designed for travelers who want a broader Northern Tanzania experience rather than focusing on only one or two parks. Along the route, you may encounter elephants, lions, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, hippos, hyenas and a variety of bird species.

The itinerary also provides opportunities for photography, scenic viewing and seasonal migration experiences. Wildlife sightings vary according to season, weather, recent movements and the location of animals on each day.

Safari Highlights

  • Tarangire elephant herds

  • Iconic baobab landscapes

  • Lake Manyara’s Rift Valley setting

  • Possible tree-climbing lion sightings

  • Seasonal flamingo sightings

  • Serengeti predator viewing

  • Lions, cheetahs and possible leopard sightings

  • Seasonal wildebeest migration viewing

  • Full-day Serengeti game drive

  • Ngorongoro Crater safari

  • Possible black rhino sightings

  • Great Rift Valley landscapes

  • Wildlife and bird photography

  • Diverse birdlife across four ecosystems

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Detailed 6-Day Safari Itinerary

Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Depart Arusha in the morning and drive towards Tarangire National Park.Known for its baobab trees and elephants, Tarangire offers a dramatic introduction to the safari.After entering the park, enjoy an afternoon game drive through areas of grassland, woodland and seasonal water sources.Depending on the season and wildlife activity, you may encounter elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, antelopes and lions.Wildlife You May SeeElephantsGiraffesZebrasWildebeestBuffaloAntelopesLionsDiverse birdlifeDinner and overnight: Tarangire or Karatu area.

Day 2: Tarangire to Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast, leave Tarangire and continue towards Lake Manyara National Park.The park lies along the Great Rift Valley and contains a mixture of groundwater forest, woodland, grassland and lake environments.Enjoy a game drive exploring the park's varied habitats.Lake Manyara is known for elephants, baboons, giraffes, buffalo and a wide range of birdlife. Tree-climbing lions are also associated with the park, although sightings are not guaranteed.Wildlife and Photography OpportunitiesElephantsGiraffesBuffaloBaboonsHipposPossible tree-climbing lionsSeasonal flamingosWaterbirds and forest speciesFlamingo numbers and other waterbird activity vary with water conditions and season.After the game drive, continue towards Karatu for your overnight stay.Dinner and overnight: Karatu.

Day 3: Lake Manyara to Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, depart for the Serengeti National Park.The route passes through the Ngorongoro Highlands before continuing towards the Serengeti.As you travel into the park, the scenery changes from highland landscapes to the open savannah associated with the Serengeti ecosystem.Depending on your arrival time, enjoy an afternoon game drive.Serengeti Wildlife You May EncounterLionsCheetahsElephantsWildebeestZebrasGiraffesGazellesHyenasOther plains gameIf your travel dates coincide with seasonal migration activity, your guide can adjust the route according to the current location of the herds.Dinner and overnight: Serengeti lodge or tented camp.

Day 4: Full-Day Serengeti Game Drive

Spend the entire day exploring the Serengeti.After breakfast, head out with your safari guide for a full-day game drive. The route will depend on wildlife activity, season, water availability and recent sightings.The Serengeti offers opportunities to observe both predators and large herbivore herds.Possible SightingsLionsCheetahsLeopardsElephantsBuffaloWildebeestZebrasGiraffesHyenasJackalsGazellesDuring migration periods, you may encounter large concentrations of wildebeest and zebras, depending on where the herds are located.The migration is a natural movement influenced by rainfall, grazing conditions and water availability, so its exact location changes throughout the year.Enjoy a picnic lunch during the game drive where appropriate.Dinner and overnight: Serengeti.

Day 5: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Begin the day with an early morning game drive in the Serengeti.Morning game drives provide another opportunity to observe wildlife when temperatures are cooler and many animals are active.After the game drive, travel towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with scenic views and possible wildlife viewing along suitable routes.Continue towards the crater highlands and arrive at your accommodation near the crater rim.If time and weather allow, enjoy views across the Ngorongoro Crater.Photography OpportunitiesSerengeti morning landscapesWildlife against open horizonsGreat Rift Valley sceneryHighland landscapesNgorongoro Crater rim viewsDinner and overnight: Ngorongoro/Crater rim area.

Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Arusha

Start early with a descent into the Ngorongoro Crater for your final game drive.The crater floor contains grasslands, wetlands, woodland and other habitats supporting a wide range of wildlife.Possible sightings include lions, buffalo, elephants, hippos, hyenas and, with luck, black rhinoceros.The crater is also a productive environment for birdwatching and wildlife photography.Wildlife You May SeeLionsBlack rhinocerosBuffaloElephantsHipposHyenasGazellesWaterbirdsAfter the crater safari, ascend from the crater and continue to Arusha.Safari ends in Arusha.

What’s Included

  • Park entry and conservation fees as specified

  • Professional safari guide

  • 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof

  • 5 nights accommodation

  • Meals during the safari as specified

  • Bottled drinking water

  • Government taxes and applicable service charges

  • Arusha pick-up and drop-off

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What’s Not Included

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Visa fees
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Optional activities
  • Items not specifically mentioned under inclusions

Plan Your 6-Day Northern Tanzania Safari

This 6-day Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro safari is designed for travelers who want to experience more of Tanzania’s Northern Circuit in one journey.

From Tarangire’s elephants and baobabs to Lake Manyara’s Rift Valley landscapes, Serengeti predators and the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater, each destination adds a different dimension to the safari.

Your route, accommodation and safari style can be tailored around your travel dates, interests and budget.

Your journey, your way.

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