Serengeti Wildlife ExplorerSerengeti Wildlife Explorer

6 Days | 5 Nights

Spend more time in the wild on a Tanzania safari designed around the Serengeti's extraordinary wildlife and the dramatic landscapes of Ngorongoro.

The Serengeti Wildlife Explorer is ideal for travelers who want more than a quick introduction to Tanzania. With additional time for game drives in the Serengeti, this journey offers a deeper opportunity to explore its varied habitats, observe animal behavior, and discover the remarkable diversity of the Northern Safari Circuit.

Combine the elephant-rich landscapes of Tarangire with several nights in the Serengeti and a memorable exploration of Ngorongoro Crater, while enjoying comfortable midrange accommodation throughout.

Duration: 6 days / 5 nights
Destinations: Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro
Safari style: Private guided safari
Accommodation: Quality midrange lodges and tented camps
Price: Request a personalized quotation

Safari Highlights

Explore Tarangire's distinctive baobab landscapes and elephant herds.
Spend three nights in the Serengeti region for extended wildlife viewing.
Look for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, and plains game.
Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives or full-day outings.
Visit the extraordinary Ngorongoro Crater.
Stay in selected midrange accommodation close to key safari areas.

Your Safari Itinerary

Day 1 — Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Discover Tarangire

Depart Arusha with your guide and head to Tarangire National Park. Enjoy a game drive through its savannah, woodland, and riverine habitats, looking for elephants, giraffes, zebras, and other wildlife.

After your safari, transfer to your lodge or tented camp for dinner.

Overnight: Midrange accommodation in the Tarangire area
Meal plan: Lunch and dinner

Day 4 — Serengeti National Park

Another Day in the Wilderness

Use this additional day to explore a different part of the Serengeti or revisit a wildlife-rich area.

Remaining in the region gives you more time to observe animal behavior rather than spending every day on long transfers.

Depending on your travel dates, your guide can prioritize resident predators, seasonal herds, or areas associated with the Great Migration.

Overnight: Same Serengeti tented camp
Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Day 2 — Tarangire to Serengeti National Park

Across the Northern Highlands

After breakfast, travel towards the Serengeti through the Ngorongoro highlands. The journey reveals changing landscapes, from cultivated highlands to the expansive grasslands of the Serengeti.

Depending on the route, timing, and wildlife activity, enjoy game viewing along the way and an afternoon drive after entering the park.

Overnight: Midrange tented camp in the Serengeti
Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Day 5 — Serengeti to Karatu

From the Serengeti to the Highlands

Enjoy a final Serengeti game drive before traveling towards the Ngorongoro highlands.

The route offers changing scenery and potential wildlife sightings along permitted roads.

Arrive in Karatu or the surrounding highlands for dinner and an overnight stay.

Overnight: Midrange lodge in Karatu
Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Day 3 — Serengeti National Park

Predators and the Open Plains

Spend a full day exploring the Serengeti. Your guide will select areas according to recent wildlife sightings and the season, maximizing opportunities to observe the park's diverse wildlife.

Watch for lions resting in the grass, cheetahs scanning open plains, elephants moving through woodland, and herds of zebra and wildebeest.

Enjoy a picnic lunch during an extended game drive or return to camp between morning and afternoon activities.

Overnight: Same Serengeti tented camp
Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Day 6 — Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

The Crater Experience

Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive through one of Tanzania's most remarkable wildlife areas.

Search for lions, buffaloes, zebras, hippos, and other animals across the crater's diverse habitats.

With favorable conditions, there may be an opportunity to see the black rhinoceros. After lunch and further wildlife viewing, ascend the crater and return to Arusha.

Meal plan: Breakfast and lunch
End of safari: Arusha or an agreed drop-off point

Accommodation

The safari includes five nights in selected midrange lodges and tented camps, with three consecutive nights in the Serengeti region. This arrangement prioritizes wildlife exploration and reduces unnecessary accommodation changes.

What's Included

Private 4x4 safari vehicle and professional English-speaking guide
Four nights of accommodation as specified in the confirmed itinerary
Meals as outlined in the itinerary
Park and conservation fees applicable to the agreed itinerary
Game drives in Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro
Drinking water during scheduled safari activities
Agreed safari pickup and drop-off transfers
Applicable taxes and levies included in the confirmed quotation

What's Excluded

International flights and applicable visa costs
Travel insurance
Personal expenses and laundry
Alcoholic and premium beverages unless specified
Tips and gratuities
Optional activities not listed in the confirmed itinerary
Any additional accommodation or transfers not specified in the quotation

Frequently Asked Questions

Why choose six days instead of five?
The extra day provides more time for wildlife viewing in the Serengeti, allowing a more immersive experience without increasing the number of destinations.
Can I add a hot-air balloon safari?
A balloon safari may be available in selected Serengeti areas and is subject to season, availability, and additional charges.
Is the Great Migration included?
The Serengeti is home to the Great Migration, but the location of the herds changes seasonally. The itinerary can be assessed against your travel dates when you request a quote.