6 Day Northern Tanzania Private Safari (Camping)

Day 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park, Tanzania

We start the tour after breakfast at the hotel and are driven to the Tarangire National Park. An enormous park home to a variety of animals including elephant herds. The Tarangire River has stunning grasslands, recurring swamps and not forgetting the life-giving Tarangire River. Besides spotting elephants, you will see giraffes, zebras, buffalo, antelopes and over 550 bird species. The noise of the safari vehicles become a norm for the animals in the park. After your game drive, you head to the camp just outside the reserve and spend the night here.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Included Highlight: Tarangire National Park Game Drive
Distance: ± 150km
Driving Time: ±2 – 3 hours

Day 2: Tarangire Area – Lake Manyara National Park, Tanzania

After breakfast you will drive to the smaller Lake Manyara National Park which is known for it’s bird species, primate filled forests and grassy plains. A large section of the park is covered by Lake Manyara which is alkaline and therefore home to colonies of flamingos and other water birds. You may spot elephants, giraffes, hippos, wildebeests, impalas and groups of monkeys and baboons in the forest near the lake. After a lovely game drive in the afternoon you will travel to the small village of Mto wa Mbu on the outskirts of Lake Manyara National Park. Relax by the pool, enjoy a refreshing drink at the camp bar, and share stories of your incredible wildlife encounters with your fellow travelers this evening.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Highlight: Lake Manyara National Park Game Drive
Distance: 80km
Driving Time: ±1 – 2 hours

Day 3: Lake Manyara Area – Serengeti National Park, Tanzania

Embark on a scenic journey through the lush highlands, where vibrant green fields stretch as far as the eye can see. Experience the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and marvel at its breathtaking vistas. Then, venture into the vast Serengeti National Park, renowned for the Great Migration, where millions of wildebeest and zebras traverse the plains in search of fresh grazing lands. Witness the drama unfold as predators stalk their prey amidst the dramatic kopjes that dot the landscape. Arrive at your comfortable campsite in the Seronera Valley, nestled within the heart of the Serengeti. Enjoy a delicious dinner and fall asleep to the enchanting sounds of the African bush

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Highlights: Stop to view the Ngorongoro Crater
Distance: 200km
Driving Time: ±4 – 6 hours

Day 4: Serengeti National Park, Tanzania

Embark on an unforgettable full-day game drive in the Serengeti National Park, renowned for its awe-inspiring wildlife spectacles. Witness the incredible Great Migration, as millions of wildebeest and zebras traverse the vast plains in search of fresh grazing lands. Your experienced guide will lead you to the best locations to observe these magnificent herds, along with their predators, including lions, leopards, and cheetahs. Enjoy a delicious dinner at your campsite in the Seronera region, nestled within the heart of the Serengeti. Reflect on the day’s incredible wildlife encounters and prepare for the exciting adventures that await you tomorrow.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Highlight: Full Day Game Drive in Serengeti National Park

Day 5: Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tanzania

Embark on a thrilling morning game drive in the Serengeti National Park, where exciting wildlife encounters await. Keep an eye out for the elusive Big Five – lions, leopards, elephants, rhinoceroses, and buffaloes. After a delicious picnic lunch, continue your journey to the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater. Witness the breathtaking panorama as you descend into this natural wonder, home to an incredible diversity of wildlife. Spend the night at a captivating campsite perched on the crater rim, enjoying breathtaking views and preparing for the adventures that await you tomorrow

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Highlight: Serengeti National Park Game Drive
Distance: 160km
Driving Time: ±3 – 5 hours

Day 6: Ngorongoro – Arusha, Tanzania

At daybreak, after a lovely breakfast,  you drive down into the crater. Inside the world’s largest caldera, you will see a diversity of wildlife ranging from black rhinos, Grant’s and Thomson’s gazelles, lions and leopards to elephants and mountain reedbucks in the forests on the slopes. You may also see buffaloes, spotted hyenas, rare wild dogs and some of the more than 500 bird species of the area. After an intensive game drive and a picnic lunch, you will leave the caldera in the afternoon and travel back to Arusha where you will arrive in the early evening.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
included Highlight: Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive
Distance: ±190km
Driving Time: ±3 – 4 hours

Onward Travel Plans

Due to circumstances beyond our control while on tour (such as border crossings, traffic, breakdowns and delays, etc), the end time on the last day cannot be guaranteed. Therefore we strongly recommend you stay the night and fly out the next day. Please consult with your booking consultant.