6 Day Tanzania Wildlife Safari: Ultimate Serengeti & Big Five Adventure

Your thrilling 6 day Tanzania wildlife safari begins with a warm welcome and pick-up from your hotel in Arusha or directly from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). After a comprehensive safari overview from your expert guide, you’ll drive towards your first incredible destination—

Tarangire National Park, renowned for its magnificent herds of African elephants and iconic baobab trees. Enjoy your first exhilarating game drive en route to your lodge. Spectacular wildlife sightings may include powerful lions, graceful Masai giraffes, zebras, and impressive white-bearded wildebeest.

Early evening, settle into your comfortable accommodation, savor a delicious dinner, and fall asleep to the authentic sounds of the African wilderness. The safari highlight includes witnessing the remarkable wildlife concentrations along the Tarangire River, a vital water source during the dry season.

Overnight at Tarangire Safari Lodge

Dedicate today to an unforgettable full-day game drive in Tarangire. This park is a hidden gem on the 6 day Tanzania wildlife safari circuit, boasting one of the highest elephant populations in the world. Explore diverse areas of the park, from the lush swampy regions attracting rare antelopes like the fringe-eared oryx to the expansive open savannah.

Enjoy a delightful scenic picnic lunch at a designated site within the park, surrounded by stunning nature. Alternatively, a hot lunch at the lodge may be preferable, especially during the driest and hottest seasons.

Beyond impressive herds of elephants, tree-climbing pythons are occasionally spotted, vast herds of Cape buffalos roam freely, and over 500 spectacular bird species have been recorded, making it a paradise for birdwatchers.

Capturing the perfect sunset photograph of a silhouetted baobab tree against the vibrant orange African sky is an unforgettable safari highlight.

After a hearty breakfast, depart Tarangire and journey towards the crown jewel of African parks—the legendary Serengeti National Park. The scenic drive itself is breathtaking, passing through the stunning Ngorongoro Conservation Area with magnificent viewpoints.

Enter the Serengeti at the Naabi Hill Gate and begin your exciting game drive immediately, diving into the vast, endless plains that give the park its evocative name (from the Maasai word ‘Siringet’). This is the spectacular stage for the Great Migration, and the resident wildlife is extraordinary year-round.

Arrive at your centrally located lodge or camp in the Serengeti, filled with excitement for the amazing days ahead.

The profound feeling of awe as you experience the sheer scale and majesty of the Serengeti ecosystem for the first time is a powerful highlight of your 6 day Tanzania wildlife safari.

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Today is dedicated to exploring the magnificent heart of the Serengeti National Park. Your expert guide will customize the game drive based on current wildlife movements, whether you’re tracking the massive herds of the Great Migration (location varies by season) or seeking out resident prides of majestic lions, swift cheetahs, and elusive leopards.

An unforgettable hot air balloon safari over the stunning Serengeti plains at sunrise (booked in advance at an extra cost) is highly recommended for a once-in-a-lifetime perspective of this remarkable landscape.

Wildlife Focus: The Serengeti is a predator’s paradise. Today offers your best chance to see all three magnificent big cats—lion, leopard, and cheetah.

The thrilling experience of witnessing a dramatic lion hunt or spotting an elusive leopard resting gracefully in an acacia tree is an incredible highlight of your 6 day Tanzania wildlife safari.

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Enjoy one final early morning game drive in the spectacular Serengeti, catching the animals at their most active while searching for any exciting sightings we may have missed. After a satisfying breakfast at the lodge, begin your scenic journey towards the beautiful Ngorongoro Highlands.

Arrive at the rim of the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater, one of the most incredible natural wonders on Earth. Check into your comfortable lodge perched on the crater’s edge, offering breathtaking panoramic views. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure to relax and soak in the magnificent scenery. If you’re curious about diverse wildlife, birding around the camp or rim is another wonderful option.

Enjoy a spectacular dinner with stunning views, anticipating tomorrow’s thrilling descent into the crater.

The breathtaking first glimpse into the majestic Ngorongoro Crater from the rim—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—is an unforgettable safari highlight.

Overnight at Lion’s Paw

Descend 600 meters into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater floor for an exceptional morning game drive. This natural amphitheater is a self-contained ecosystem teeming with incredible wildlife, including the rare and endangered black rhinoceros. It’s one of the best places in Tanzania to see the magnificent Big Five in a single day.

Enjoy a unique picnic lunch at the hippo pool side, surrounded by the crater’s stunning walls and vibrant wildlife.

The remarkable probability of spotting the endangered black rhino from a distance on the crater floor is a powerful highlight of your 6 day Tanzania wildlife safari.

Ascend the crater and enjoy a final delicious lunch before beginning your journey back to Arusha. You’ll be dropped off at your preferred hotel or at Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight home, filled with incredible memories of your extraordinary 6 day Tanzania wildlife safari.