6-Days Classic Journey Through Tanzania’s Iconic Parks
From $2,700/person.
Discover the best of northern Tanzania in six days: Big Five sightings, breathtaking scenery, and authentic cultural encounters with Maasai communities.
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Overview
Embark on a 6-day classic safari adventure through Tanzania’s most iconic national parks, designed for travelers eager to see the Big Five while experiencing the country’s stunning landscapes and rich culture. From the elephant-filled plains of Tarangire, to the flamingo-dotted Lake Manyara, the endless savannah of the Serengeti, and the dramatic Ngorongoro Crater, this safari offers the perfect balance of wildlife, adventure, and cultural immersion. Stay in comfortable lodges and luxury tented camps, enjoy expert-guided game drives, and witness the extraordinary beauty of northern Tanzania.
Itinerary In Details
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha – Welcome & Transfer to Tarangire National Park
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and meet your professional safari guide for transfer to Tarangire National Park, famous for its massive elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Spend your afternoon on your first game drive, spotting lions, giraffes, zebras, and numerous bird species. Check in to your lodge or luxury tented camp, enjoy dinner, and overnight stay.
Meals include lunch en route, dinner at the lodge, and overnight accommodation.
Day 2: Full-Day Tarangire Safari – Transfer to Lake Manyara
After breakfast, enjoy a full-day game drive in Tarangire, exploring the park’s wildlife and scenic landscapes. Stop for a picnic lunch in the park while observing elephants, antelopes, and predators. In the late afternoon, drive to Lake Manyara National Park, known for tree-climbing lions, hippos, and flamingos. Check in at your lodge or tented camp for dinner and overnight stay.
Meals include breakfast at Tarangire lodge, picnic lunch, and dinner at Lake Manyara lodge.
Day 3: Lake Manyara Game Drive & Cultural Maasai Village Visit
After breakfast, embark on a morning game drive at Lake Manyara, spotting flamingos, hippos, and lions in their natural habitat. In the afternoon, visit a local Maasai village to learn about their traditions, crafts, and daily life. Return to your lodge or camp near Lake Manyara for dinner and overnight stay.
Meals include breakfast, picnic lunch, and dinner.
Day 4: Transfer to Serengeti National Park – Afternoon Game Drive
Depart early for the Serengeti National Park, traveling through scenic landscapes. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive, spotting lions, cheetahs, elephants, and large herds of wildebeest and zebras. Overnight stay at a lodge or luxury tented camp within the Serengeti.
Meals include breakfast at Lake Manyara lodge, picnic lunch during the transfer, and dinner at the Serengeti lodge or camp.
Day 5: Full-Day Serengeti Safari
Spend a full day exploring the Serengeti plains on morning and afternoon game drives, maximizing your chances of seeing the Big Five and other wildlife. Optional hot air balloon safari available at sunrise, followed by a champagne breakfast. Evening at leisure at your lodge or tented camp, enjoying dinner and overnight stay.
Meals include breakfast, picnic lunch, and dinner.
Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater – Morning Game Drive & Return to Arusha
After breakfast, depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a morning of wildlife viewing, including rhinos, lions, elephants, and buffalo. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater, then drive back to Arusha for transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for departure.
Meals include breakfast, picnic lunch, and dinner en route if applicable.
Price Include
Professional safari guide & driver
Transportation in 4×4 safari vehicles with pop-up roof
Park entrance fees
Accommodation (lodge/camp)
Daily meals as indicated
Cultural village visit
Price Exclude
International flights
Travel insurance
Optional activities (hot air balloon, bush dinners)
Personal expenses and tips
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