6 Day Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater

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6 Day Tanzania Safaris Packages

Leopard running swiftly across the African savannah during a Tanzania safari, showcasing speed and agility in the wild.

Overview

Experience the ultimate Tanzania safari on this unforgettable 6-day journey through Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater. This classic safari itinerary is perfect for travelers seeking authentic wildlife encounters, dramatic landscapes, and extended game drives across Tanzania’s most iconic parks. From giant elephant herds roaming beneath ancient baobab trees to powerful predators ruling the Serengeti plains, every day delivers raw African adventure.

With more time on safari, you’ll enjoy deeper exploration and higher chances of witnessing extraordinary moments—lion hunts, cheetah sprints, massive wildebeest herds, and diverse birdlife. The safari culminates in the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a natural wildlife sanctuary where the Big Five thrive in close proximity. Guided by expert professionals from Nelwen Tours and Safaris, this 6-day safari promises comfort, excitement, and memories that last a lifetime.

Detailed 6-Day Safari Itinerary

Day 1: Arusha / Moshi to Tarangire National Park – Where Giants Roam

Your adventure begins as you depart Arusha or Moshi and journey into the wild heart of Tarangire National Park. As soon as you enter the park, the African wilderness reveals itself, ancient baobab trees rise like natural monuments while massive herds of elephants move gracefully across the plains. Lions lounge in the shade, giraffes tower above acacia trees, and zebras scatter across the savannah. The Tarangire River, the park’s lifeline, draws wildlife close, offering incredible viewing opportunities right from the start of your safari.

Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Client selection public campsite / Tented Camp/ Lodges

Day 2: Tarangire to Serengeti National Park – Into the Endless Plains

After breakfast, the journey continues toward the legendary Serengeti. The scenery transforms as you pass through rolling highlands and wide-open landscapes before the Serengeti’s endless plains stretch to the horizon. This is Africa at its most iconic. Your first game drive in the Serengeti introduces you to a land ruled by predators, lions surveying their territory, cheetahs scanning the grasslands, and leopards hiding in the trees. The sheer scale and wildlife density of the Serengeti create a sense of awe that words can hardly describe.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Client selection public campsite / Tented Camp/ Lodges

Day 3: Full Day Serengeti – Heart of the Wild

Today is dedicated entirely to exploring the Serengeti’s rich ecosystem. With a full day of game drives, you’ll follow wildlife trails deep into predator territory, witnessing raw and powerful moments of nature. From stalking lions to massive herds of wildebeest and zebras moving across the plains, every turn promises a new spectacle. The Serengeti is alive with movement, sound, and drama, this is where unforgettable safari memories are made.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Client selection public campsite / Tented Camp/ Lodges

Day 4: Serengeti Exploration – Deeper Into Nature’s Kingdom

Another full day in the Serengeti allows for deeper exploration of different regions, maximizing your chances of rare and intimate wildlife encounters. Early morning and afternoon game drives reveal animals at their most active, lions on the hunt, elephants crossing open plains, and birds filling the skies. With fewer time constraints, you’ll experience the Serengeti at a relaxed pace, fully immersed in its untamed beauty and rhythm.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Client selection public campsite / Tented Camp/ Lodges

Day 5: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area – Journey to the Crater Rim

After a rewarding morning game drive in the Serengeti, you begin your journey toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, the landscape changes dramatically from golden savannahs to lush highlands. As you reach the crater rim, breathtaking views unfold below—an immense natural bowl teeming with wildlife. Anticipation builds as you prepare for one of Africa’s most extraordinary wildlife experiences.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Client selection public campsite / Tented Camp/ Lodges

Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha / Moshi – The Grand Finale

Your final day delivers a safari climax beyond imagination. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a natural wonder often described as Africa’s wildlife paradise. Within its walls lives an astonishing concentration of animals, lions, elephants, buffalo, hippos, hyenas, and the rare black rhino, all sharing this remarkable ecosystem. The close proximity of wildlife creates unmatched viewing and photography opportunities. After an unforgettable morning inside the crater, you ascend and return to Arusha or Moshi, carrying with you lifelong memories of Tanzania’s wild soul.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch