6 DAYS TANZANIA CLASSIC MID-RANGE SAFARI

Perfect Route:

Arusha → Tarangire → Serengeti (2 nights) → Ngorongoro Crater → Lake Manyara → Arusha

Overview

This itinerary highlights Tanzania’s top safari destinations. From the elephant-filled plains of Tarangire to the endless Serengeti and the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, this safari is perfect for those seeking diverse wildlife, dramatic scenery, and comfortable mid-range lodges.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arusha → Tarangire National Park

Attractions:

• Large elephant herds

• Stunning baobab trees

• Tarangire River wildlife concentration

Activities:

• Full-day game drive

• Sunset viewing and photography

Overnight in Tarangire (mid-range lodge).

Day 2: Tarangire → Serengeti National Park

Attractions:

• Endless plains

• Big cats & cheetah territory

• Unique rocky kopjes

Activities:

• Scenic drive through Ngorongoro highlands

• Afternoon Serengeti game drive

Overnight in a mid-range tented camp.

Day 3: Full-Day Serengeti Game Viewing

Attractions:

• Migration herds (seasonal)

• Predator interactions

• Hippo pools & riverine forests

Activities:

• Sunrise to sunset game drives

• Optional balloon safari

Day 4: Serengeti → Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Attractions:

• Masaai villages

• Rift Valley landscapes

• Rich wildlife corridors

Activities:

• Morning Serengeti drive

• Stop at Olduvai Gorge (optional)

Overnight on crater rim.

Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater Tour → Lake Manyara

Attractions:

• Black rhino

• Flamingo-filled lake

• Forests, swamps, and grasslands

Activities:

• Crater floor game drive

• Cultural experiences in Mto wa Mbu

Day 6: Lake Manyara → Arusha

Attractions:

• Tree-climbing lions

• Birdlife

• Groundwater forests

Activities:

• Morning game drive

• Return to Arusha