The Ultimate Northern Tanzania Wildlife Adventure

6-Day Tarangire, Serengeti & Crater Experience

This carefully designed safari combines spectacular wildlife viewing, breathtaking landscapes, and authentic African wilderness experiences across Tanzania’s world-famous Northern Safari Circuit.

Experience an unforgettable 6-day safari through Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations: Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, and Ngorongoro Crater. This carefully designed safari combines spectacular wildlife viewing, breathtaking landscapes, and authentic African wilderness experiences across Tanzania’s world-famous Northern Safari Circuit.

From the giant elephant herds and iconic baobab trees of Tarangire to the lush forests and tree-climbing lions of Lake Manyara, the endless plains of Serengeti filled with predators and migration herds, and finally the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater, every day offers unique adventures and unforgettable scenery. This safari provides excellent opportunities to spot the “Big Five” alongside countless other wildlife species within diverse ecosystems ranging from savannah plains and crater landscapes to Rift Valley forests and acacia woodlands.

With professional safari guides, comfortable 4×4 safari vehicles, carefully selected lodge or tented camp accommodations, delicious meals, and excellent organization from Kilimanjaro Raven Company, this safari delivers the perfect balance of comfort, adventure, wildlife encounters, and unforgettable memories in Tanzania’s most celebrated safari destinations.

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Day by Day Itinerary

ARRIVAL DAY

Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by the Kilimanjaro Raven Company team and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, relax and prepare for your safari adventure.

In the evening, enjoy a safari briefing from your guide who will explain the itinerary and answer any questions before the safari begins. Overnight stay in Arusha.

— Accommodation: Budget, Midrange or Luxury Hotel in Arusha
DAY 1

Arusha – Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, depart Arusha and drive toward Tarangire National Park for a full-day game drive. Tarangire is famous for its giant baobab trees, large elephant herds, and beautiful savannah landscapes.

The Tarangire River attracts abundant wildlife including lions, giraffes, zebras, and numerous bird species. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park before exploring the park’s diverse habitats and river valleys. Later, drive to your lodge or tented camp for dinner and overnight.

— Accommodation: Budget, Midrange or Luxury Lodge / Camp
DAY 2

Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park, located beneath the dramatic Great Rift Valley escarpment. Begin your game drive through lush groundwater forests and lakeshore habitats.

Search for elephants, giraffes, hippos, and the famous tree-climbing lions. Lake Manyara is also renowned for its rich birdlife including flamingos and pelicans. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park before continuing your afternoon safari. Drive to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

— Accommodation: Budget, Midrange or Luxury Lodge / Camp
DAY 3

Lake Manyara – Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, depart for the legendary Serengeti National Park. The scenic drive passes through the Ngorongoro Highlands and Maasai countryside before entering the Serengeti ecosystem.

Upon arrival, begin your first game drive across the endless plains famous for abundant wildlife, including lions, cheetahs, leopards, and massive herds of wildebeests. Enjoy a picnic lunch en route while continuing toward your lodge or tented camp.

— Accommodation: Budget, Midrange or Luxury Lodge / Camp
DAY 4

Full-Day Serengeti Safari

Enjoy an early breakfast and a full-day game drive exploring different regions of the Serengeti. Depending on the season, your guide will take you to the best areas for predator sightings and migration activity.

Witness spectacular encounters as lions hunt and elephants roam through acacia woodlands. Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic location inside the park before exploring the vast wilderness further. Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner.

— Accommodation: Budget, Midrange or Luxury Lodge / Camp
DAY 5

Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Highlands

After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in Serengeti while searching for wildlife and taking in the beauty of the endless plains. Later, depart Serengeti and drive toward the Ngorongoro Highlands.

Enjoy scenic views across the Rift Valley landscapes and Maasai villages. Arrive at your lodge near the Ngorongoro Conservation Area in the late afternoon to relax and enjoy dinner with spectacular highland scenery.

— Accommodation: Budget, Midrange or Luxury Lodge / Camp
DAY 6

Ngorongoro Crater – Return to Arusha

After an early breakfast, descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive inside this UNESCO World Heritage Site. The crater floor supports lions, buffaloes, and the rare black rhinoceros.

Enjoy a picnic lunch near the hippo pool while surrounded by breathtaking volcanic scenery. In the afternoon, ascend back to the crater rim and drive to Arusha where your safari adventure with Kilimanjaro Raven Company concludes.

— Accommodation: No Accommodation
DEPARTURE DAY

Farewell from Tanzania

Depending on your flight schedule, transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport for your onward departure. Travelers wishing to continue with Mount Kilimanjaro trekking or Zanzibar beach holidays can arrange seamless extensions with Kilimanjaro Raven Company.

Trek Includes

  • Transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • Park entrance fees and government taxes
  • Ngorongoro Crater service fees
  • Accommodation during safari
  • All meals as mentioned in the itinerary
  • Drinking water during safari
  • Game drives in all parks
  • Airport transfers
  • Fuel and safari logistics
  • First aid kit and emergency support

Trek Excludes

  • International and domestic flights
  • Tanzania visa fees
  • Travel and medical insurance
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Tips for safari guide and lodge staff
  • Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Additional accommodation before or after safari

At a Glance

Tour Price From

$ 3,990

Per person, based on double occupancy

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