6-Day Tanzanian Safari Escape: Tarangire, Serengeti & Manyara Wonders

Overview

Embark on an unforgettable 6-day safari through Tanzania’s most iconic national parks, each offering its own unique landscapes and wildlife encounters. From the elephant-studded savannahs of Tarangire to the tree-climbing lions of Lake Manyara and the endless plains of Serengeti, this journey promises a rich blend of nature, adventure, and discovery.

Experience the magic of game drives across diverse habitats, spot an incredible variety of birdlife, and witness Africa’s most magnificent predators in their natural environment. With expertly guided safaris, comfortable lodges or tented camps, and breathtaking scenery, this safari is perfect for wildlife enthusiasts and first-time adventurers alike.

Tour Highlights

  • Tarangire National Park

    • Famous for its large elephant herds and towering baobab trees.

    • Excellent wildlife viewing, including lions, giraffes, buffalo, and zebras.

    • Home to over 500 bird species, making it a birdwatcher’s paradise.

  • Lake Manyara National Park

    • Known for its tree-climbing lions, a rare and fascinating sight.

    • Scenic landscapes including the Rift Valley escarpment and alkaline lake.

    • Rich birdlife with flocks of flamingos and pelicans along the shoreline.

  • Serengeti National Park (Central Serengeti)

    • World-famous for the Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal).

    • Abundant predators – lions, cheetahs, and leopards thrive here.

    • Expansive Savannah plains offering iconic African safari scenery

Includes:

  • Airport transfers (Kilimanjar0 and Arusha)

  • Accommodation (lodges or camps as specified)

  • All game drives with professional guides

  • A Safari vehicle 4 by 4 Land cruiser with a pop-up roof for game viewing

  • National Park fees

  • Meals as per itinerary (B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner)

  • Professional guide/driver

Excludes:

  • International flights

  • Visa fees

  • Travel insurance

  • Tips and gratuities

  • Personal expenses (souvenirs, phone calls, etc.)

  • Optional activities (hot air balloon safari, cultural visits, etc.)

  • Alcohol

  • Olduvai gorge historical site fees $18US

Tour Plan

Day 1 Arusha → Tarangire National Park
  • You’ll be picked up from your hotel in Arusha at 09:00 and depart for Tarangire National Park about 2 hours drive.
  • You will have a morning  drive to Tarangire National Park
  • Game drive exploring the park's iconic baobab trees and large elephant herds
  • Spot lions, zebras, wildebeests, and over 300 bird species
  • Overnight at Zion Campsite or Lodge near Tarangire (e.g., Tarangire Safari Lodge, Maramboi Tented Camp)
Day 2 Tarangire → Serengeti National Park
  • After breakfast, depart for Serengeti National Park about 6 hours drive
  • Scenic drive with picnic lunch

  • Game drive upon entering the Serengeti plains

  • Sunset in the Savannah

  • Overnight at Seronera Campsite or similar. (B, L, D)

Day 3 Full day Serengeti
  • Full-day game drives to witness the Great Migration (depending on season)
  • Search for the Big Five: lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, rhino

  • Optional: Sunrise balloon safari with champagne breakfast

  • Accommodation: Same as Day 2 or move to Northern/Southern Serengeti depending on migration path

Day 4 Serengeti → Lake Manyara National Park
  • Take an early morning drive in Serengeti as you exit to Lake Manyara  National Park about 6 hours drive
  • Picnic lunch on the way

  • Optional cultural visit to a Masai village or Mto wa Mbu market

  • Accommodation: Lodge near Lake Manyara (e.g., Lake Manyara Serena Lodge, Escarpment Luxury Lodge)
Day 5 Lake Manyara National Park
  • Have an early breakfast, then descend onto the crater floor for game drive.
  • Have lunch at hippo pool picnic site, then ascend to the rim and depart for Lake Manyara.
  • Overnight at Jambo Campsite or similar. (B, L, D)
Day 6 Lake Manyara → Arusha
  • After breakfast, there will be a game drive in Lake Manyara National Park.
  • Have a picnic lunch,
  • depart mid-afternoon for Arusha and a drop-off at your hotel. (B, L)

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