Day 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, depart from Arusha and drive to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its towering baobab trees and large herds of elephants. Enjoy a full-day game drive exploring the park’s beautiful landscapes, where you might spot lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, leopards, and countless bird species. Have a picnic lunch inside the park, followed by an afternoon of wildlife viewing. Later, drive to Karatu for dinner and overnight at a comfortable mid-range lodge.

Main highlights: Elephants, baobabs, and scenic wildlife drives.
Overnight: Mid-range lodge in Karatu.

Day 2: Karatu – Serengeti National Park

After an early breakfast, drive to Serengeti National Park via the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying breathtaking views along the way.

Upon arrival, enjoy an afternoon game drive across the endless Serengeti plains, home to lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, and vast herds of wildebeests and zebras. In the evening, relax at your mid-range tented camp under the starry African sky.

Main highlights: Scenic drive, big cats, and classic Serengeti landscapes.
Overnight: Mid-range tented camp in Serengeti.

Day 3: Full Day in Serengeti National Park

Spend the entire day exploring the vast Serengeti National Park, one of Africa’s greatest wildlife destinations.

Morning and afternoon game drives offer opportunities to spot predators on the hunt, grazing herds, and  depending on the season  the Great Wildebeest Migration, an awe-inspiring natural spectacle.

Main highlights: Great Migration (seasonal), predators, and endless plains.
Overnight: Mid-range tented camp in Serengeti.

Day 4: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive as you leave Serengeti and head toward Ngorongoro Conservation Area. En route, you can stop at Olduvai Gorge (optional), a world-famous archaeological site known as the Cradle of Mankind. Continue to your lodge on the crater rim for dinner and overnight, with stunning sunset views.

Main highlights: Morning game drive, Olduvai Gorge visit (optional), and crater rim views.
Overnight: Mid-range lodge on Ngorongoro Crater rim.

Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater – Karatu

After an early breakfast, descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s most breathtaking natural wonders. Enjoy a half-day game drive on the crater floor, where you’ll encounter lions, elephants, hippos, zebras, buffaloes, and the rare black rhino. Have your picnic lunch by the hippo pool before ascending the crater wall and driving to Karatu for overnight.

Main highlights: Big Five sightings, crater floor exploration, and scenic landscapes.
Overnight: Mid-range lodge in Karatu.

Day 6: Lake Manyara National Park – Arusha

After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park, one of Tanzania’s most diverse parks featuring lush forests, open plains, and the beautiful alkaline lake.

Enjoy a game drive where you might spot tree-climbing lions, flamingos, baboons, and giraffes along the lakeshore. After lunch, drive back to Arusha, marking the end of your unforgettable 6-day mid-range safari.

Main highlights: Tree-climbing lions, birdlife, and Great Rift Valley views.
Overnight: End of tour (optional extra night in Arusha).