Overview

Overview

The Best 6 Days Tanzania Safari – Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro is one of the most balanced safari itineraries in northern Tanzania. This safari allows travelers to spend more time exploring Tanzania’s famous wildlife parks while enjoying spectacular landscapes and diverse ecosystems.

During this safari, visitors explore three iconic destinations in the Northern Circuit:

• Tarangire National Park – famous for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees.
• Serengeti National Park – one of Africa’s most famous wildlife reserves and home to the Great Wildebeest Migration.
• Ngorongoro Crater – a UNESCO World Heritage Site with one of the highest wildlife densities in Africa.

This safari provides excellent opportunities to see the Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino) along with many other animals including giraffes, zebras, cheetahs, hippos, and hyenas.

Starting from Arusha, this safari is perfect for travelers seeking a complete wildlife experience in northern Tanzania.

6 Days Tanzania Safari Itinerary

Day 1 – Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Your safari begins with pick-up from your hotel in Arusha.

You will drive to Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s most scenic parks.

Tarangire is famous for:

• Huge elephant herds
• Ancient baobab trees
• Seasonal wildlife migrations

During the game drive, you may encounter lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and various antelope species.

After the safari, transfer to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Lodge or tented camp near Tarangire.

Day 2 – Tarangire to Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, depart for Serengeti National Park.

The journey passes through the beautiful Ngorongoro highlands, offering breathtaking views of the Great Rift Valley landscapes.

Upon arrival in Serengeti, enjoy an afternoon game drive across the vast plains.

Serengeti wildlife includes:

• Lions and cheetahs
• Leopards and hyenas
• Elephants and giraffes
• Zebras and wildebeests

Accommodation: Safari lodge or tented camp in Serengeti.

Day 3 – Full Day Safari in Serengeti

Spend a full day exploring the wildlife-rich plains of Serengeti National Park.

Morning and afternoon game drives allow you to discover different parts of the park while maximizing wildlife sightings.

Highlights may include:

• Lions hunting in the grasslands
• Leopards resting in trees
• Cheetahs chasing antelope
• Large herds of wildebeests and zebras

Serengeti offers some of the most spectacular wildlife viewing in Africa.

Accommodation: Lodge or tented camp in Serengeti.

Day 4 – Serengeti Exploration

Enjoy another day exploring Serengeti’s diverse ecosystems.

Depending on the season, your guide may track the Great Wildebeest Migration, where millions of animals move across the plains searching for fresh grazing.

Other animals often seen include:

• Elephants
• Buffalo
• Hyenas
• Jackals
• Hippos

This extra day allows travelers to explore more remote areas of the park.

Accommodation: Lodge or tented camp in Serengeti.

Day 5 – Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in Serengeti.

Later, depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, driving through scenic landscapes and Maasai grazing lands.

Arrive at the lodge near the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater where you can enjoy spectacular views of the crater below.

Accommodation: Lodge near Ngorongoro.

Day 6 – Ngorongoro Crater Safari & Return to Arusha

After breakfast, descend into the famous Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive.

The crater floor is home to thousands of animals including:

• Black rhinos
• Lions and hyenas
• Buffalo and elephants
• Hippos in freshwater pools
• Flamingos around Lake Magadi

After a picnic lunch inside the crater, begin the return drive to Arusha, arriving in the afternoon.

Safari Inclusions

• Pick-up and drop-off in Arusha
• Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
• Professional English-speaking safari guide
• All national park entrance fees
• Accommodation during safari
• All meals during safari
• Bottled drinking water during game drives

Safari Exclusions

• International flights
• Visa fees
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses
• Tips for safari guides and lodge staff
• Alcoholic drinks and soft beverages

Why Choose the Best 6 Days Tanzania Safari?

Extended Serengeti Experience

This safari includes two full days in Serengeti, allowing more time to explore the park and see wildlife.

Visit Three Iconic Safari Parks

The itinerary covers Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro, three of Tanzania’s most famous wildlife destinations.

Excellent Big Five Viewing

Travelers have excellent chances to see all Big Five animals during this safari.

Ideal Safari Duration

Six days provides a relaxed safari pace while covering multiple wildlife ecosystems.

Best Time for This Safari

The Best 6 Days Tanzania Safari can be done year-round.

June – October (Dry Season)
Best wildlife viewing season.

January – March
Great time to witness wildebeest calving in southern Serengeti.

Book the Best 6 Days Tanzania Safari

The Best 6 Days Tanzania Safari – Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro offers an unforgettable adventure through Tanzania’s most famous wildlife destinations. With stunning landscapes and incredible wildlife encounters, this safari provides one of the best African safari experiences.

Contact us today to plan your Tanzania safari for 2026, 2027, or 2028 and discover the breathtaking beauty of the Northern Safari Circuit.