Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
Starts: Arusha or Moshi
Ends: Serengeti (Fly back to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport)
Price: From $4,595 USD per person
Best For: First-time safari-goers, wildlife lovers, and those short on time wanting an upscale experience

Tour Overview

This exclusive 6-day private Tanzania safari offers a seamless journey through the country’s most iconic wildlife parks with a time-saving flight from the Serengeti at the end. You’ll explore the diverse ecosystems of Lake Manyara or Tarangire (seasonal), the stunning Ngorongoro Crater, and the legendary Serengeti National Park.

Enjoy curated game drives, immersive cultural encounters, and luxurious safari accommodations—ideal for travelers looking for an unforgettable experience without the long overland return.

Safari Highlight

✓ Explore 3 of Tanzania’s most celebrated parks: Lake Manyara or Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, and the Serengeti
✓ Fly from the Serengeti to Arusha to reduce driving time and maximize comfort
✓ Witness the Great Migration (seasonal), Big Five sightings, and dramatic African scenery
✓ Optional visits to Olduvai Gorge and a traditional Maasai village
✓ Optional hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti (extra cost)
✓ Flexible start dates – all safaris are fully private

Itinerary - day by day

Day 1: Arusha or Moshi to Lake Manyara or Tarangire National Park

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Depart after breakfast and drive to your first destination—Lake Manyara (Dec–May) or Tarangire National Park (Jun–Nov):

• Lake Manyara: A lush paradise of forests, hot springs, and a bird-rich alkaline lake. Look out for elephants, blue monkeys, and the park's famed tree-climbing lions.

• Tarangire: A scenic park known for its baobab trees and massive elephant herds that gather along the Tarangire River, especially in the dry season.

Enjoy a picnic lunch en route and a thrilling afternoon game drive.

Overnight:

• Luxury: Tarangire River Camp

• Elite: Lemala Manyara Camp

Day 2: Ngorongoro Crater – A Natural Wildlife Sanctuary

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, head to the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s best wildlife-viewing areas. Descend 600 meters into the crater for a 6-hour safari through this ancient volcanic caldera.

Spot the endangered black rhino, majestic elephants, wallowing hippos, lions, and even leopards in a stunning, enclosed setting.

Overnight:

• Luxury: Gibbs Farm

• Elite: Lemala Ngorongoro Tented Camp

Day 3: Drive to Serengeti with Cultural Options

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Journey to the vast Serengeti National Park, with options to stop at:

• Olduvai Gorge: Archaeological site offering insights into early human history.

• Maasai Village: A chance to interact with the Maasai people and learn about their traditional lifestyle.

Continue into the Seronera region, rich in year-round wildlife including predators, grazers, and birdlife. Enjoy your first game drive across the endless plains.

Overnight:

• Luxury: Kubu Kubu Tented Camp

• Elite: Lemala Ewanjan Camp

Day 4: Full-Day Safari in the Serengeti

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Spend the full day on game drives in search of the Big Five and, if timed right, the Great Migration. Your expert guide will help track lions, cheetahs, and elephants. Enjoy a bush picnic and explore various landscapes—kopjes, rivers, open plains.

Overnight: Same as Day 3

Day 5: Optional Balloon Safari & Game Drive

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Start with an optional hot air balloon safari at sunrise (extra cost)—a magical way to experience the Serengeti from above.

Spend the rest of the day exploring more of the park’s diverse habitats, perhaps spotting elusive species like leopards or serval cats.

Overnight: Same as Day 3

Day 6: Scenic Flight from Serengeti to Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport

Meals: Breakfast

Enjoy a relaxed morning before your bush flight from the Serengeti to Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport. Ideal for catching international flights or connecting to Zanzibar.

Note: Luggage is limited to 20 kg (44 lbs) in soft-sided bags for this flight.

What’s Included

✔ All accommodations as per itinerary
✔ All meals (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
✔ All park entrance fees and game drives
✔ Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof & guaranteed window seat
✔ Professional English-speaking safari guide/driver
✔ Filtered drinking water during game drives
✔ All ground transfers
✔ Scenic flight from Serengeti to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport

What’s Not Included

✘ International and domestic flights (except Serengeti–Arusha flight)
✘ Optional excursions: Olduvai Gorge, Maasai village visit, hot air balloon safari
✘ Tips for guides, drivers, and hotel staff
✘ Bottled drinks and alcohol
✘ Travel insurance, visas, and personal expenses
✘ Holiday supplement (Dec 20 – Jan 5) and Ndutu seasonal supplement (Dec–Mar)
✘ Single room supplement (on request)

Pricing Table (Per Person in USD)

Based on a private group of up to 6 people sharing double/triple occupancy