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6-Day Tanzania Safari from Arusha & Kilimanjaro Airport | Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Tarangire

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6-Day Tanzania Safari from Arusha & Kilimanjaro Airport | Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Tarangire

Duration: 6 days5 nights
Tour format: Private tourCustomisable
From: $3,285per person
Starts: Arusha
Ends: Arusha
Country: Tanzania

Overview

The journey at a glance

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Safari

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Wildlife

Discover the best of Tanzania’s Northern Safari Circuit on this 6-day Tanzania safari from Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). This carefully designed journey combines the elephant-filled landscapes of Tarangire National Park, the endless plains of the legendary Serengeti National Park, and the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater. Enjoy private game drives, comfortable safari accommodations, and incredible opportunities to see the Big Five while traveling at a relaxed pace through Tanzania’s most iconic wilderness areas.

6-Day Tanzania Safari from Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport – Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Tarangire

Your adventure begins in Arusha, Tanzania’s safari gateway, after arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). From here, you will journey through the famous Northern Safari Circuit, visiting some of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife destinations. The route is designed to provide a balanced safari experience, allowing enough time for game viewing without unnecessary long drives between parks.

Starting with Tarangire National Park, famous for its ancient baobab trees and large elephant herds, you will continue toward the world-renowned Serengeti National Park, where vast savannah plains support incredible wildlife including lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeest.

The journey concludes at the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Tanzania’s most remarkable wildlife areas, where a full-day crater safari offers exceptional opportunities to spot the Big Five in a unique natural environment.

This private 6-day Tanzania safari is ideal for first-time visitors, couples, families, and travelers looking for an authentic African wildlife experience combining adventure, comfort, and unforgettable scenery.

Where you go

Route

Good to know

Tour features

Private tour Group size confirmed by the operator.

Safari Listed as a safari trip.

Runs year round Departures are not limited to one season.

Can be customised Ask the operator to change accommodation, days or destinations.

Age requirement Minimum age 2

Quoted, not booked online The operator prices your dates and group, then confirms directly.

On this trip

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Day 1: Arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport / Arusha – Transfer & Safari Briefing

Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park – Karatu

Day 2: From Tarangire to Central Serengeti

5-Day Tanzania Safari from Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport – Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater

Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater Safari – Return to Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport Departure

The itinerary

Day by day

Day1 Day 1: Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) – Transfer to Arusha Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your safari representative and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. The drive takes approximately 1 hour, depending on traffic and your accommodation location.

This arrival day is designed to allow you to rest after your international flight, recover from your journey, and prepare for the exciting safari adventure ahead.

Activities: Transfer to hotel · Safari briefing
Accommodation: Tulia Boutique

Day2 Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park – Karatu Karatu

After breakfast, depart Arusha and drive toward Tarangire National Park, famous for its impressive elephant population, giant baobab trees, and beautiful landscapes.

Enjoy a morning and afternoon game drive searching for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, and numerous bird species. The park’s seasonal Tarangire River attracts large numbers of wildlife, especially during the dry season.

Later in the afternoon, continue toward Karatu for dinner and overnight

Activities: Tarangire National Park safari Scenic game drives · Picnic lunch
Accommodation: Kankari Lodge
Meals: All meals

Day3 Day 3: Karatu – Serengeti National Park (Central Serengeti) Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, depart toward the legendary Serengeti National Park, passing through the scenic landscapes of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Enter Serengeti and begin your first game drive across the endless plains. The Serengeti is famous for its incredible concentration of wildlife and is one of the best places in Africa to witness predator and prey interactions.

Enjoy an afternoon game drive before arriving at your lodge or camp located in the Central Serengeti area.

Activities: Transit game drive · Picnic lunch · serengeti afternoon game drive
Accommodation: Serengeti kifaru tent Lodge
Meals: All meals

Day4 Day 4: Full-Day Serengeti National Park Safari Serengeti National Park

Today is dedicated entirely to exploring the Serengeti.

Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives searching for Africa’s most iconic wildlife. Depending on the season and location, you may encounter large herds of wildebeest and zebras, hunting predators such as lions and cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, hippos, and many other species.

Your experienced safari guide will help you discover hidden wildlife areas and provide insights into the ecosystem, animal behavior, and conservation efforts.

Optional Experience: Serengeti hot air balloon safari (seasonal and subject to availability).

Activities: serengeti game drive · picnic lunch
Accommodation: Serengeti kifaru tent Lodge
Meals: All meals

Day5 Day 5: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Highlands Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After breakfast, enjoy a final Serengeti game drive as you depart toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Along the way, you may stop at viewpoints and enjoy the changing landscapes from open savannah plains to the highlands.

Arrive at your lodge near the Ngorongoro Crater rim or Karatu area for relaxation and overnight.

Activities: Transit game drive · serengeti game drive · picnic lunch
Accommodation: Kankari Lodge
Meals: All meals

Day6 Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater Safari – Return to Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport Departure Arusha

After an early breakfast, descend into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day or full-day crater safari.

Explore this natural wildlife sanctuary, home to elephants, lions, buffalo, hippos, hyenas, and the rare black rhino. The crater offers one of the highest concentrations of wildlife in Tanzania.

After the safari, begin your return journey to Arusha.

Activities: Early game drive at Ngorongoro crater · Picnic lunch
Meals: Breakfast and lunch

On the ground

Activities & transport

Transfer to hotelSafari briefingTarangire National Park safari Scenic game drivesPicnic lunchTransit game driveserengeti afternoon game driveserengeti game drivepicnic lunchEarly game drive at Ngorongoro crater

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