6-Day Best of Tanzania Wildlife Safari - Overview

This 6-day safari offers a perfectly balanced journey through Tanzania’s most celebrated wildlife destinations. Designed to maximize game viewing within a shorter timeframe, the itinerary takes you from the elephant-rich landscapes of Tarangire to the endless plains of the Serengeti, and into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater-one of Africa’s most wildlife-dense areas.

Ideal for travelers seeking a compact yet rewarding safari, this experience combines diverse ecosystems, abundant wildlife, and scenic beauty, with excellent chances of spotting the Big Five.

Highlights

Tarangire National Park

Central Serengeti National Park

Ngorongoro Highlands

Ngorongoro Crater

Vehicles

Our vehicles

Our 4x4 safari Land Cruisers are designed for comfort, safety, and exceptional game viewing. Each vehicle features a pop-up roof, spacious seating, and large windows for photography. Well-maintained and driven by professional guides, they ensure a smooth and reliable safari experience across Tanzania’s diverse terrain.

Map

Tanzania

Start Point: Arusha

Day 1

Arusha Arusha Planet Lodge

Day 2

Tarangire NP Farm of Dreams Lodge

Day 3 - 4

Central Serengeti NP Harmony Safari Camps

Day 5

Ngorongoro Highlands Ngorongoro Wild Camp

Day 6

Ngorongoro Crater (No accommodation)

End Point: Arusha

Day 1

Day 1 Arrival and Transfer to Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your professional safari guide and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, you can relax at the lodge, enjoy the surroundings, or take an optional short city tour.

In the evening, your guide will provide a detailed safari briefing, including what to expect during game drives, safety guidelines, and answers to any questions you may have.

Activities Day 1

Afternoon

We will pick you up from Kilimanjaro Airport this afternoon and take you to the next stage of your journey.

Evening

This evening we'll take you to your hotel in Arusha.

Accommodation – Day 1

Budget Arusha Planet Lodge

You'll hardly know you're in the city while staying at Arusha Planet Lodge. Plenty of trees surround the rooms, which have balconies and colorful safari decor, and the quiet suburban location keeps traffic noise to a minimum. The onsite restaurant and bar add to the appeal of staying here while in Arusha.

Meal Plan Lunch & Dinner All meals Beer and wine Drinking water Non-alcoholic drinks Packed lunch

Day 2

Day 2 Arusha – Tarangire National Park – Karatu

After an early breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, a scenic drive of approximately 2 - 3 hours. Tarangire is renowned for its large elephant herds, iconic baobab trees, and seasonal swamps that attract diverse wildlife.

Enjoy a full-day game drive along the Tarangire River, the park’s lifeline, where animals gather to drink. Expect to see elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, and possibly predators such as lions and leopards.

A picnic lunch will be served inside the park at a designated site. In the late afternoon, exit the park and drive to Karatu, a lush highland town near Ngorongoro.

Activities Day 2

Early Morning

Transfer by Road, Arusha to Tarangire National Park