6-Day Safari: Tarangire, Lake Eyasi, Serengeti & Ngorongoro

6 Days 5 Nights

Overview

Embark on a 6-day Northern Tanzania safari exploring Tarangire National Park, Lake Eyasi, Serengeti National Park, and Ngorongoro Crater. This adventure combines thrilling game drives, cultural encounters with local tribes, and visits to iconic landscapes and archaeological sites. Witness elephants, lions, giraffes, and diverse birdlife, as well as experience the traditional lifestyles of the Hadzabe and Datoga tribes. With professional guides, comfortable lodges or tented camps, and full-board meals, this safari offers an immersive and unforgettable wildlife and cultural experience across Tanzania’s most celebrated destinations.

Note: There is an option to use flights between parks for faster transfers. Tips for driver guides are highly appreciated.

Itinerary

After breakfast, depart your hotel with a packed lunch for Tarangire National Park. Enjoy a full-day game drive, stopping for lunch at a picnic site while spotting elephants, lions, zebras, and other wildlife. In the late afternoon, drive to your lodge or campsite for dinner and overnight stay.

Following breakfast, leave for Lake Eyasi with a packed lunch. In the afternoon, visit the Datoga tribe to learn about their traditional culture and lifestyle. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Early in the morning, visit the Hadzabe tribe to observe their traditional hunting practices and gain insight into their way of life. Return for breakfast and then depart for Serengeti National Park with a packed lunch, stopping for lunch en route. Arrive at your tented lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

After an early breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive in the Central Serengeti, returning for lunch at the lodge. Spend the afternoon on another game drive, exploring the vast plains and observing wildlife in their natural habitat. Conclude the day with dinner and overnight stay at the same lodge.

Following breakfast, depart the lodge with a packed lunch for a game drive en route. Optionally, visit a Maasai Boma or Olduvai Gorge to learn about its archaeological significance. Continue to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

After breakfast, leave the lodge with a packed lunch and descend to the Ngorongoro Crater floor for a full-day game drive. Stop for lunch at a picnic site and then drive back to Arusha, either to your hotel or the airport, marking the end of your 6-day safari adventure.

6-Day Safari: Tarangire, Lake Eyasi, Serengeti & Ngorongoro

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Accommodation

6-Day Safari: Tarangire, Lake Eyasi, Serengeti & Ngorongoro

Includes

  • Pick-up and drop-off from Arusha or your lodge/hotel.
  • Transportation in a comfortable 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof.
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide/driver.
  • Park entrance fees for Tarangire, Lake Eyasi, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro.
  • 5 nights’ accommodation in lodges, tented camps, or mobile camps.
  • All meals during the safari (breakfast, lunch, and dinner).
  • Bottled water during the safari.
  • Game drives and cultural visits as per the itinerary.

Excludes

  • International and domestic flights.
  • Travel insurance.
  • Visa fees.
  • Tips for guides and lodge staff (highly appreciated).
  • Alcoholic drinks, soft drinks, and personal purchases.
  • Optional activities (hot air balloon, Maasai Boma visit if not included, etc.).

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the best time for this safari?

June to October (dry season) is ideal for wildlife viewing, but the safari is available year-round.

What should I pack?

Comfortable clothes, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, camera, binoculars, and a light jacket for early mornings.

Are the accommodations luxurious?

Options range from mid-range lodges to luxury tented or mobile camps depending on your preference.

Is this safari suitable for children?

Yes, but children under 5 may face restrictions in certain areas of the parks.

How long is each game drive?

Game drives usually last 4–6 hours, depending on wildlife spotting and park regulations.

Is it safe to go on safari?

Yes, our experienced guides ensure your safety while maintaining a respectful distance from wildlife.

Can I customize the itinerary?

Yes, the itinerary can be adjusted to suit your interests, timing, or use of flights between parks.

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