6 Days Tanzania Wildlife Safari – Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Tarangire

Explore Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro on a private 6-day Tanzania safari featuring three nights in the Serengeti, two full-day game drives and a Ngorongoro Crater safari.

6 Days / 5 Nights | Private Safari | Mid-Range | Starts & Ends in Arusha

Tarangire → Serengeti → Ngorongoro

From USD 1,495 per person

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Experience the highlights of Tanzania’s northern safari circuit on this 6 Days Tanzania Wildlife Safari, combining Tarangire National Park, the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater. Designed for travellers who want rewarding wildlife viewing without rushing between too many destinations, this itinerary allows time to explore three of Tanzania’s most celebrated safari areas.

Begin in Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees and wildlife concentrated around the Tarangire River. Continue into the Serengeti National Park, where vast savannahs support lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes and large herds of plains game. Depending on the season and location of the herds, you may also encounter part of the Great Wildebeest Migration.

Your safari concludes with a descent into the Ngorongoro Crater, a remarkable wildlife area where you may encounter lions, buffaloes, elephants, hippos and, with some luck, the endangered black rhino.

Throughout the journey, you will travel with a professional driver-guide in a private 4×4 safari Land Cruiser, with game drives planned to make the most of each destination and its wildlife-viewing opportunities.

• Explore Tarangire National Park, famous for large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees and wildlife along the Tarangire River.

• Spend two full days in Serengeti National Park, allowing more time for game drives across its wildlife-rich plains.

• Search for Tanzania’s iconic wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes and numerous antelope species.

• Experience the Serengeti ecosystem, with opportunities to encounter the Great Wildebeest Migration depending on the season and location of the herds.

• Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive in one of Tanzania’s most remarkable wildlife areas.

• Look for the Big Five, including the endangered black rhino, although wildlife sightings can never be guaranteed.

• Travel in a private 4×4 safari Land Cruiser with a professional driver-guide throughout the safari.

• Enjoy a well-paced northern Tanzania itinerary combining Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro in six days.

• Stay in carefully selected safari lodges or tented camps close to the main wildlife areas.

• Start and finish the safari in Arusha, making it easy to combine with Kilimanjaro, Zanzibar or another Tanzania extension.

This 6 Days Tanzania Wildlife Safari is designed for travellers who want to experience three of northern Tanzania’s major wildlife destinations while still having enough time for meaningful game viewing. Rather than trying to cover too many parks in a short period, the itinerary focuses on Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro, creating a practical route with varied landscapes and wildlife experiences.

A major advantage is the time allocated to the Serengeti National Park. With two full days dedicated to exploring the Serengeti, you have more opportunities to search for lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants and the large herds that inhabit its plains. Depending on your travel dates, your driver-guide can also focus on areas offering opportunities to encounter the Great Wildebeest Migration.

The safari also provides contrasting experiences in Tarangire National Park, with its elephants and baobab-dotted landscapes, and the Ngorongoro Crater, where diverse wildlife can often be seen within a relatively compact area.

Throughout the journey, you travel in a private 4×4 safari Land Cruiser with a professional driver-guide. Private transportation provides greater flexibility during game drives and makes this itinerary particularly suitable for couples, families, friends and photographers seeking a personalised Tanzania safari experience.

This 6 Days Tanzania Safari itinerary explores three of northern Tanzania’s outstanding wildlife destinations: Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater. Travelling in a private 4×4 safari Land Cruiser with a professional driver-guide, you will experience changing landscapes, extensive game drives and some of Tanzania’s best-known wildlife areas.

Day 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park

Your 6 Days Tanzania Wildlife Safari begins in Arusha, where your driver-guide will meet you for a short safari briefing before departing for Tarangire National Park. The drive normally takes approximately 2–2.5 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions.

After entering the park, begin your first game drive through a landscape characterised by open savannah, seasonal wetlands and enormous baobab trees. Tarangire is particularly well known for its elephants, and large family groups can often be seen moving between feeding areas and the Tarangire River. The park also supports giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, impalas, warthogs and a variety of predators.

Enjoy lunch during the day before continuing your afternoon game drive. Later, leave the park or proceed to your selected accommodation for dinner and overnight.

Driving Time: Approximately 2–2.5 hours from Arusha
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Tarangire / Karatu area

Day 2: Tarangire – Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, depart the Tarangire area and continue towards the legendary Serengeti National Park. The journey takes you through northern Tanzania’s changing landscapes, with views of the highlands as you travel towards the vast Serengeti ecosystem.

Depending on the location of your accommodation and road conditions, the journey can take approximately 5–7 hours including stops and wildlife viewing along the way. After entering the Serengeti, the transfer gradually becomes a game drive as you search for wildlife across the open plains.

The Serengeti supports an exceptional diversity of animals, including lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, cheetahs, leopards, zebras and large numbers of antelopes. During migration periods, wildebeest and zebra herds may also be encountered depending on their seasonal location.

Continue to your tented camp or lodge in the Serengeti for dinner and overnight.

Driving Time: Approximately 5–7 hours, depending on route and stops
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Central Serengeti

Day 3: Full-Day Serengeti Safari

Wake up in the heart of the Serengeti National Park and prepare for a full day devoted to wildlife viewing. After breakfast, set out with your driver-guide to explore the plains, river valleys and rocky kopjes that provide habitat for an extraordinary variety of wildlife.

The Serengeti is one of Africa’s renowned predator-viewing destinations. Lions are frequently encountered, while cheetahs may be seen scanning the plains from elevated positions. Leopards are more elusive but can sometimes be spotted resting in trees or around riverine woodland. Elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, hippos and numerous antelope species add to the diversity.

Your game-drive route will depend on current wildlife movements and local conditions. During appropriate seasons, your guide may also search for concentrations of wildebeest and zebra associated with the Great Migration.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park or return to camp, depending on the day’s game-drive plan, before continuing your safari into the afternoon.

Game Drive: Full day
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Central Serengeti

Day 4: Full-Day Serengeti Safari

Enjoy a second full day in the Serengeti, giving you additional time to explore areas that could not be covered during the previous day. Having two complete days here is one of the key advantages of this six-day itinerary, as wildlife sightings and animal movements can vary considerably from one day to another.

An early start can provide excellent opportunities to observe wildlife while temperatures are cooler and predators may still be active. Your driver-guide will choose the day's route according to recent sightings, seasonal conditions and your interests.

You may encounter prides of lions resting around rocky kopjes, elephants moving through woodland, cheetahs hunting on open plains or hippos gathering in pools. Birdlife is equally diverse, with eagles, vultures, storks and many smaller species found throughout the ecosystem.

After an extensive day of game viewing, return to your Serengeti accommodation for dinner and your final night in the park.

Game Drive: Full day
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Central Serengeti

Day 5: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After breakfast, enjoy a final Serengeti game drive as you begin travelling towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Leaving the Serengeti does not mean the wildlife experience is over, as the journey provides further opportunities to encounter animals across the plains and surrounding habitats.

Depending on the route and wildlife sightings, the drive towards Ngorongoro generally takes approximately 3–5 hours. Your guide can make strategic stops along the way when interesting wildlife is encountered.

As you approach the Ngorongoro highlands, the scenery changes from the open Serengeti plains to elevated grasslands and volcanic landscapes. On arrival near the crater rim or Karatu area, settle into your accommodation and enjoy the cooler highland surroundings.

Rest during the evening and prepare for an early start the following morning, when you will descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for the final major game drive of your Tanzania safari.

Driving Time: Approximately 3–5 hours, depending on route and game viewing
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Ngorongoro / Karatu area

Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha

After an early breakfast, travel to the Ngorongoro Crater and descend approximately 600 metres to the crater floor for your final game drive. The crater’s grasslands, wetlands, woodland and permanent water sources support a remarkable concentration of wildlife within a relatively compact area.

During the game drive, look for lions, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas and elephants. The Ngorongoro Crater is also one of the places in northern Tanzania where there is a possibility of seeing the endangered black rhino, although sightings cannot be guaranteed.

Enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated site before continuing your game drive and later ascending from the crater.

Afterwards, begin the drive back to Arusha, normally taking approximately 3–4 hours from the Ngorongoro/Karatu area. Upon arrival, you will be dropped off at your hotel or another agreed location, marking the end of your 6 Days Tanzania Wildlife Safari.

Driving Time: Approximately 3–4 hours to Arusha after the crater visit
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
End Point: Arusha

Accommodation throughout the safari is selected to provide comfortable stays with convenient access to the main wildlife areas.

Safari Lodges & Tented Camps

The exact accommodation used will depend on your travel dates, preferred comfort level and availability at the time of booking. Properties are selected with consideration for location, comfort, service standards and access to the planned game-drive areas.

Mid-range safari accommodation generally combines permanent safari lodges and comfortable tented camps with private rooms or tents, ensuite bathrooms and meals included.

Travellers looking for additional comfort can request a luxury safari upgrade, including higher-end tented camps and lodges in the Serengeti, Tarangire and Ngorongoro areas.

Where a listed property is unavailable, a comparable alternative in a similar location and category may be offered. The confirmed accommodation will always be stated in your final safari quotation before booking.

The price of this 6 Days Tanzania Wildlife Safari depends on the number of travellers, travel season and accommodation category selected. Because this is a private safari, travelling with more people can reduce the per-person cost as the vehicle and guide expenses are shared among the group.

Prices are per person sharing.

These rates are designed for a private mid-range Tanzania safari and include your private 4×4 safari Land Cruiser with professional driver-guide, 5 nights' accommodation, meals as indicated, scheduled game drives, applicable park and conservation fees, Ngorongoro Crater fees, drinking water during game drives, and the included safari services stated in the itinerary. Pasted text

Rates may vary according to travel season, accommodation availability and the exact lodges or tented camps selected. Peak-season supplements may apply. The final price should therefore be confirmed for the client's travel dates before booking.

Your 6-day Tanzania safari package includes the essential ground arrangements required for the itinerary:

• Private 4×4 safari Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof for wildlife viewing and photography

• Services of a professional English-speaking safari driver-guide

• Accommodation for 5 nights in the lodges and tented camps specified in your confirmed itinerary

• Meals as indicated in the day-by-day itinerary

• All scheduled game drives in Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater

• Applicable national park and conservation area entry fees included in the confirmed quotation

• Ngorongoro Crater service/concession fees applicable to the itinerary

• Drinking water during safari game drives

• Pick-up in Arusha at the beginning of the safari

• Drop-off in Arusha at the end of the safari

• Government taxes applicable to the included safari services

Unless specifically stated in your confirmed quotation, the following are not included in the safari price:

• International and domestic flights

• Tanzania visa and entry requirements

• Travel and medical insurance

• Accommodation in Arusha before or after the safari

• Airport transfers unless specifically included in your quotation

• Alcoholic beverages, soft drinks and other drinks not included by the accommodation

• Optional activities and experiences

• Hot-air balloon safari in the Serengeti

• Maasai cultural village visits or other cultural activities unless included

• Personal expenses such as laundry, souvenirs and telephone charges

• Tips and gratuities for your safari driver-guide and lodge/camp staff

• Single-room supplements where applicable

• Any services or activities not specifically listed under What’s Included

Your Tanzania safari can be personalised with additional experiences before, during or after the main itinerary.

Serengeti Hot-Air Balloon Safari

Experience the Serengeti from the air on an early-morning hot-air balloon safari. Flights normally take place around sunrise, offering a different perspective of the plains and wildlife below. The experience typically concludes with a bush breakfast before you rejoin your driver-guide and continue your scheduled game drive.

Maasai Cultural Experience

Add a visit to a local Maasai community to learn about traditional lifestyles, family structures, livestock, customs and cultural practices. The exact experience and community visited will depend on your safari route and arrangements.

Olduvai Gorge Visit

When travelling between the Serengeti and Ngorongoro, an optional stop can be arranged at Olduvai Gorge, an important archaeological area associated with research into early human history. This works particularly well with the Day 5 transfer, subject to timing.

Luxury Safari Accommodation Upgrade

Upgrade selected nights to higher-end safari lodges or luxury tented camps in Tarangire, Serengeti or Ngorongoro. This option is ideal for honeymooners, couples celebrating a special occasion or travellers seeking additional comfort.

Zanzibar Beach Extension

After returning to Arusha, continue your Tanzania holiday with a flight to Zanzibar for a beach stay. A Zanzibar extension can include Stone Town, Nungwi, Kendwa or another coastal area depending on your preferred style of holiday.

Additional Safari Nights

Extra nights can be added in the Serengeti, Ngorongoro or Tarangire for travellers who prefer a slower-paced itinerary or want additional wildlife-viewing and photography time.

Optional experiences should be requested in advance so availability, logistics and any additional costs can be confirmed before your safari.

A safari through Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro offers opportunities to encounter an impressive variety of East African wildlife.

Big Cats & Predators

The Serengeti National Park is particularly renowned for predators. Lions are commonly encountered across the plains, while cheetahs favour open areas where they can use their speed to hunt. Leopards are more elusive and are often associated with trees and riverine woodland. Spotted hyenas, jackals and other smaller predators may also be seen.

Elephants & Large Mammals

Tarangire National Park is especially famous for elephants, including large family herds gathering around water sources during the dry season. You may also encounter buffaloes, giraffes, hippos and warthogs throughout the safari.

Wildebeest, Zebras & Antelopes

The Serengeti supports large populations of wildebeest, zebras, gazelles and other plains game. Depending on the season and location of the herds, your safari may coincide with part of the Great Wildebeest Migration.

Wildlife of the Ngorongoro Crater

The Ngorongoro Crater supports a high concentration of wildlife within its grasslands, woodland and wetlands. Lions, buffaloes, wildebeest, zebras, hippos and hyenas are frequently encountered. The crater also offers a possibility of seeing the endangered black rhino, although sightings are never guaranteed.

Birdlife is abundant throughout the northern Tanzania safari circuit, with opportunities to see raptors, storks, hornbills, ostriches, flamingos and many other species.

Wildlife is free-ranging and sightings vary according to season, weather and animal movements, which makes every Tanzania safari different.

This 6 Days Tanzania Wildlife Safari can be enjoyed throughout the year, but the experience changes with Tanzania's seasons and the movement of wildlife across the Serengeti ecosystem.

Best Time for General Wildlife Viewing

June through October is particularly popular for general wildlife viewing because conditions are typically drier and animals can be easier to locate around water sources.

Best Time for the Great Migration

There is no single month when the Great Wildebeest Migration occurs. It is a continuous movement through the Serengeti–Mara ecosystem, and the best location depends on your travel dates.

If seeing the migration is an important priority, the itinerary can be adjusted according to the expected seasonal location of the herds. Migration movements and river crossings are natural events and cannot be guaranteed.

Green Season Safaris

Travelling during the greener months can provide lush landscapes, dramatic skies, excellent birdlife and fewer safari vehicles in some areas. It can also be particularly rewarding for photography.

Understanding the approximate driving times helps you plan your 6 Days Tanzania Safari and know how much time is spent travelling between wildlife areas.

Driving times are approximate and may vary depending on road conditions, weather, the location of your accommodation, park entry procedures and wildlife stops.

One advantage of travelling by road is that transfers between safari destinations form part of the overall experience. Once inside the wildlife areas, your journey can include game viewing rather than simply travelling from one lodge to another.

The longest transfer is generally between Tarangire and the Serengeti, but the itinerary compensates for this by providing three nights in the Serengeti and two dedicated full days for game viewing.

This 6 Days Tanzania Wildlife Safari is particularly well suited to travellers who want to experience the highlights of northern Tanzania without trying to visit too many destinations within a limited timeframe.

First-Time Safari Travellers

Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro provide an excellent introduction to Tanzania. The combination offers varied landscapes, abundant wildlife and opportunities to search for many of Africa's iconic species.

Couples & Honeymooners

The itinerary works well for couples seeking a private safari experience. Luxury lodge and tented-camp upgrades can also be arranged for honeymoons, anniversaries and other special occasions.

Families

Families can benefit from travelling in their own private 4×4 safari Land Cruiser, providing greater flexibility with game-drive schedules, comfort stops and daily departure times. Family-friendly accommodation can be selected according to the children's ages and room requirements.

Wildlife Photographers

With three nights in the Serengeti and two full days dedicated to exploring the park, photographers have more time to observe animal behaviour and work with changing light conditions rather than rushing through the destination.

Friends & Small Private Groups

Friends travelling together can share one safari vehicle while maintaining a private itinerary. The programme can also be adjusted around the group's interests and preferred accommodation category.

Travellers Interested in the Great Migration

The itinerary can be adapted seasonally for travellers particularly interested in the Great Wildebeest Migration. Accommodation and game-drive areas can be selected according to the expected movement of the herds at the time of travel.

This safari is especially suitable if your priority is wildlife viewing, the Serengeti and Ngorongoro, while still including Tarangire's elephants and distinctive baobab landscapes.

Packing appropriately can make your Tanzania safari more comfortable, particularly because temperatures and conditions vary between Tarangire, the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro highlands.

Essential Safari Clothing

Pack lightweight, comfortable clothing in neutral colours such as khaki, beige, brown or green. Long-sleeved shirts and lightweight trousers provide additional protection from the sun, dust and insects. A warm fleece, sweater or light jacket is recommended for early-morning game drives and the cooler Ngorongoro highlands.

Comfortable closed walking shoes or trainers are suitable for most safari activities, together with sandals or other casual footwear for relaxing at your lodge or camp.

Safari Essentials

We recommend bringing:

• Sunglasses and a wide-brimmed sun hat

• High-SPF sunscreen

• Insect repellent

• Personal toiletries and medications

• Small daypack

• Reusable water bottle

• Binoculars for wildlife viewing

• Camera, spare batteries and additional memory cards

• Phone and camera chargers

• Power bank

• Travel documents and copies of important booking information

Camera & Photography Equipment

Wildlife photographers may want to bring a telephoto lens for animals at a distance and a wider lens for landscapes. A bean bag can also be useful for stabilising a camera while photographing wildlife from the safari vehicle.

Travel Documents

Before travelling, check that you have your passport, appropriate Tanzania entry documentation, travel insurance details, flight information and safari confirmation documents. Entry and health requirements can change, so travellers should verify the latest official requirements before departure.

Pack Light & Practically

Soft-sided luggage is generally easier to store in safari vehicles than large hard-shell suitcases. If your Tanzania holiday includes domestic bush flights, check the airline's current baggage allowance before packing because smaller aircraft may have stricter weight and luggage requirements.

Choosing the right safari operator is an important part of planning your Tanzania adventure. At East Africa Jungle, we focus on well-planned itineraries, private safari vehicles and personalised support from the initial enquiry through to the completion of your journey.

Private 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser

This 6 Days Tanzania Wildlife Safari operates in a private 4×4 safari Land Cruiser. You travel with your own driver-guide rather than sharing the vehicle with travellers on a separate booking, giving you greater flexibility during game drives and transfers.

Professional Safari Driver-Guide

Your safari is accompanied by a professional driver-guide familiar with Tanzania's northern wildlife circuit. Your guide handles the daily game-drive programme while helping you understand the wildlife, landscapes and ecosystems encountered along the journey.

Carefully Planned Tanzania Itinerary

The route focuses on Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro rather than trying to include too many destinations in six days. Three nights in the Serengeti provide two dedicated full days for game viewing, while Tarangire and Ngorongoro add contrasting landscapes and wildlife experiences.

Flexible Accommodation Options

The safari can be arranged with mid-range or luxury accommodation depending on your preferences and budget. We select lodges and tented camps according to location, availability and the requirements of your itinerary.

Personalised Safari Planning

Travellers have different priorities. Your itinerary can be adjusted for couples, families, photographers, honeymooners and private groups, with optional experiences or additional nights added where appropriate.

Local East Africa Safari Support

Booking with East Africa Jungle gives you access to a safari team based in East Africa with practical knowledge of regional routes and safari logistics. We assist with accommodation arrangements, park logistics, transportation and other elements included in your confirmed itinerary.

Clear Safari Inclusions

Before confirming your booking, you receive a detailed itinerary and quotation showing the accommodation, transportation, meals, park arrangements and services included in your safari price. This allows you to understand what you are booking before making your reservation.

From your first enquiry until the end of your safari, our aim is to provide clear communication, practical planning and a well-organised Tanzania wildlife safari built around your travel dates and preferences.

A successful 6 Days Tanzania Wildlife Safari depends as much on how the route is planned as on the destinations themselves. Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro work particularly well together because each provides a different landscape and wildlife experience without requiring the itinerary to include too many parks.

Allow More Time in the Serengeti

One of the most important decisions in this itinerary is spending three nights in the Serengeti. A single afternoon or one full day can feel rushed in such a large ecosystem. Two full game-drive days provide greater flexibility to explore different areas and respond to wildlife movements.

Start Serengeti Game Drives Early

Wildlife activity can be particularly rewarding during the cooler morning hours. When practical, an early departure gives you more time in the field and opportunities to observe predators and other animals before temperatures rise.

Don't Plan the Great Migration by Month Alone

The Great Wildebeest Migration is a natural, continuous movement rather than an event occurring on fixed dates. When migration viewing is a priority, we consider your travel dates and expected herd location when recommending the most appropriate Serengeti area and accommodation.

Accommodation Location Matters

A lodge may look attractive online but still add considerable driving if it is poorly positioned for the day's game-drive area. We therefore consider location alongside comfort and price when planning accommodation.

Tarangire Deserves Its Place in the Itinerary

Tarangire is sometimes treated simply as a stop on the way to the Serengeti, but it provides a distinctly different safari environment. Its baobab landscapes and elephant populations create a valuable contrast to the open Serengeti plains.

Ngorongoro Works Well as the Finale

Placing the Ngorongoro Crater towards the end of the safari creates a logical progression from the Serengeti towards Arusha. An early crater descent also allows time for game viewing before continuing to Arusha later in the day.

Expert Tip: If wildlife photography is one of your main priorities, tell us before the safari. Your driver-guide can take this into account when positioning the vehicle and planning game-drive times, although wildlife movements and sightings always remain unpredictable.

★★★★★ Oliver & Sophie – United Kingdom

Travel Month: July 2025
Group Type: Couple
Safari Style: Private Tanzania Safari
Safari Highlights: Serengeti wildlife, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire elephants

“The six-day safari was very well paced, and having extra time in the Serengeti made a real difference. We had some wonderful wildlife sightings and especially enjoyed watching elephants in Tarangire. Ngorongoro was an incredible way to finish the safari. Our guide was knowledgeable, patient and made the whole journey enjoyable.”

★★★★★ Meera & Arjun – India

Travel Month: August 2025
Group Type: Couple
Safari Style: Private Wildlife Safari
Safari Highlights: Serengeti game drives, big cats, Ngorongoro Crater

“Our Tanzania safari was an unforgettable experience. The Serengeti was the highlight for us, and having two full days there gave us plenty of time for game drives without feeling rushed. Everything from the vehicle to the accommodation was well organised, and our guide did an excellent job throughout the trip.”

★★★★★ Daniel & Rebecca – United States

Travel Month: September 2025
Group Type: Couple
Safari Style: Private Tanzania Safari
Safari Highlights: Lions, elephants, Serengeti landscapes, Ngorongoro wildlife

“We loved the variety of this itinerary. Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro each felt completely different, so every day brought something new. The private Land Cruiser was comfortable, and our guide gave us plenty of time to watch and photograph the animals. The Serengeti game drives were particularly memorable.”

★★★★★ Thomas & Family – Germany

Travel Month: June 2025
Group Type: Family
Safari Style: Private Family Safari
Safari Highlights: Tarangire elephants, Serengeti wildlife, family game drives

“This itinerary worked extremely well for our family. The children were excited every day, especially when we encountered elephants in Tarangire and lions in the Serengeti. Our guide was friendly and flexible, and we never felt that the safari was being rushed. It was a fantastic introduction to Tanzania for all of us.”

★★★★★ Camille & Julien – France

Travel Month: February 2025
Group Type: Couple
Safari Style: Private Tanzania Safari
Safari Highlights: Serengeti plains, wildlife photography, Ngorongoro Crater

“From the first day in Tarangire to our final game drive in Ngorongoro, the safari was beautifully organised. We particularly appreciated having several nights in the Serengeti because it gave us more opportunities for wildlife photography. The landscapes were spectacular, and our guide was professional and attentive throughout.”

1. Is 6 days enough for a Tanzania safari?

Yes. Six days provides enough time to combine Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater without trying to cover too many destinations. This itinerary includes three nights in the Serengeti, allowing two dedicated full days for game drives.

2. How much does a 6-day Tanzania safari cost?

The price depends on the number of travellers, travel season and accommodation category. Current rates start from USD 1,495 per person for six people travelling together on a private mid-range safari. Your final quotation will confirm the accommodation, park fees and services included for your travel dates.

3. Can I see the Big Five on this Tanzania safari?

The itinerary offers opportunities to look for lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes and black rhinos. Wildlife is free-ranging, however, so sightings of individual species or the complete Big Five cannot be guaranteed.

4. How many nights will we spend in the Serengeti?

The itinerary includes three nights in Central Serengeti. This provides two dedicated full days for game drives, in addition to wildlife viewing during your arrival and departure days.

5. Can this safari be adjusted for the Great Wildebeest Migration?

Yes. If seeing the Great Wildebeest Migration is one of your priorities, the itinerary and accommodation can be adjusted according to your travel dates and the expected seasonal location of the herds. Migration movements and river crossings are natural events and cannot be guaranteed.

6. What is the best time for this Tanzania safari?

The safari can be enjoyed throughout the year. June to October is popular for dry-season wildlife viewing, while January and February can be particularly rewarding in the wider southern Serengeti ecosystem during the wildebeest calving period. Green-season months can offer lush landscapes, excellent birdlife and fewer visitors in some areas.

7. Is this a private or group safari?

This is a private Tanzania safari. Your group travels in its own 4×4 safari Land Cruiser with a professional driver-guide rather than sharing the vehicle with unrelated travellers.

8. How long is the drive from Tarangire to the Serengeti?

The journey generally takes approximately 5–7 hours, depending on road conditions, stops, accommodation location and wildlife viewing along the way. Once inside the wildlife areas, parts of the journey can become game-viewing opportunities.

9. Can I add a Serengeti hot-air balloon safari?

Yes. A Serengeti hot-air balloon safari can be added as an optional early-morning experience, subject to availability. After the flight and bush breakfast, you can rejoin your driver-guide and continue with the day's safari programme.

10. Can this safari be upgraded to luxury accommodation?

Yes. The itinerary can be upgraded from mid-range accommodation to higher-end safari lodges and luxury tented camps in Tarangire, Serengeti and the Ngorongoro area, subject to availability and your preferred budget.

11. Are park fees included in the safari price?

Yes. Applicable national park and conservation fees for the confirmed itinerary are included in the safari price, together with the applicable Ngorongoro Crater fees. Your final quotation will clearly show all included services.

12. Can children join this Tanzania safari?

Yes. The private itinerary is suitable for many families because game-drive schedules, departure times and comfort stops can be planned with the family's needs in mind. Family-friendly accommodation can also be selected according to the children's ages and room requirements.

13. Is this Tanzania safari suitable for wildlife photographers?

Yes. Three nights in the Serengeti and two full game-drive days provide additional time for wildlife observation and photography. Let us know in advance if photography is a priority so your driver-guide can take this into consideration when planning game-drive times and vehicle positioning.

14. Can we add an extra night in the Serengeti?

Yes. Additional Serengeti nights can be added for travellers who want more time for wildlife viewing or photography. Extra nights can also be arranged in Tarangire or the Ngorongoro area.

15. Can this safari be combined with Kilimanjaro or Zanzibar?

Yes. The safari can be combined with a Zanzibar beach holiday, Kilimanjaro climb or additional Tanzania safari destinations. We can adjust the overall itinerary according to your available travel time and preferred extension.

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A shorter Tanzania safari combining the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, suitable for travellers with limited time who still want rewarding wildlife viewing.

12 Days Tanzania & Zanzibar Safari

Combine Tanzania's Northern Circuit with a Zanzibar beach stay for a longer holiday featuring wildlife, safari landscapes and the Indian Ocean.

John Peter – East Africa Safari Specialist

This 6 Days Tanzania Wildlife Safari has been developed with input from John Peter and the East Africa Jungle safari team, drawing on practical experience planning wildlife itineraries across Tanzania and the wider East African region.

The focus is on creating realistic safari routes that take into account driving times, park locations, accommodation, seasonal wildlife movements and the amount of time travellers actually have available for game viewing.

For this itinerary, particular attention has been given to balancing Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro without adding unnecessary destinations. Three nights are allocated to the Serengeti so travellers have two dedicated full days for game drives rather than experiencing the park primarily through arrival and departure transfers.

John and the East Africa Jungle team assist travellers with private and customised safaris, accommodation selection, route planning and multi-destination journeys across East Africa.

The objective is straightforward: provide travellers with clear information, realistic logistics and a safari itinerary that can be adapted to their travel dates, interests and preferred accommodation level.

At East Africa Jungle, we aim to provide accurate, practical and useful information to help travellers plan their Tanzania safari with confidence.

This 6 Days Tanzania Wildlife Safari itinerary has been reviewed for route practicality, approximate driving times, destination information, accommodation planning and the sequence of game-viewing activities across Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

How We Review Our Safari Content

Before publication and during subsequent updates, our safari content is checked against practical operating considerations, including:

• Safari routes and realistic driving times

• National park and conservation area information

• Accommodation locations and itinerary suitability

• Seasonal wildlife patterns

• Great Migration movements and their seasonal nature

• Safari vehicle and game-drive arrangements

• Optional activities and extensions

• General traveller logistics

Wildlife movements, road conditions, accommodation availability, park regulations, conservation fees and other travel requirements can change. For this reason, final arrangements are reconfirmed during the booking process.

Written and reviewed by: John Peter – East Africa Safari Specialist
Safari Operator: East Africa Jungle
Last Updated: September 2026

Ready to explore Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro on a private Tanzania safari?

Tell us your travel dates, number of travellers and preferred accommodation level, and the East Africa Jungle team will prepare a personalised quotation for your journey.

Your 6 Days Tanzania Wildlife Safari can be arranged with mid-range or luxury accommodation and customised according to your interests. Whether you are travelling as a couple, family, group of friends or wildlife photographer, we can adjust the safari to suit your preferred travel style.

Start Planning Your Tanzania Safari

When requesting your quotation, please send us:

• Your preferred travel dates

• Number of adults and children travelling

• Ages of children, where applicable

• Preferred accommodation level

• Any special interests, such as wildlife photography or the Great Migration

• Whether you would like to add Zanzibar, extra safari nights or other Tanzania experiences

Once we receive your details, we will advise on the itinerary, available accommodation and safari price for your travel dates.

Contact East Africa Jungle
Email: sales@eastafricajungle.com
WhatsApp: +254 728 567308

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