6-Day Budget Northern Tanzania Safari

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arusha - Tarangire National Park

We pick you up from Arusha and drive to Tarangire, famous for its large elephant herds and majestic baobabs. On arrival, we begin an exciting afternoon game drive. Spot elephants, zebras, wildebeests, and maybe even lions resting under the trees. Dinner and overnight stay will be at Fig Lodge near Tarangire, giving you a comfortable start to your safari adventure.

Main Destination:

Tarangire National Park

Best Time To Visit July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River)

High Season June to October (The park is full of visitors)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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HippoCommon

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Fig Tree Lodge

• Budget hotel located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Tarangire- Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, we leave Tarangire and drive toward central Serengeti, stopping along the way to stretch your legs or take photos of the beautiful landscapes. On arrival, enjoy an afternoon game drive in the Seronera area, famous for predators and large herds of wildebeest.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)

High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

Show more

GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Northern Serengeti Exploration

Wake up early for a morning game drive as the Serengeti comes to life. This is the best time to spot predators returning from their night hunts and grazers starting their day. Explore the northern Serengeti, known for its open plains and excellent wildlife viewing. You may encounter cheetahs, lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and many other animals along the way.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park before continuing your afternoon game drive. As the day cools, you’ll make your way back to the camping site to relax, enjoy dinner, and take in the peaceful evening views of the savannah.

Main Destination:

Northern Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Northern Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full Day Game Drive in Serengeti

Today is a full day of game drives in Serengeti, moving through central and southern areas depending on wildlife sightings. Your guide will help you spot the Big Five, witness the migration (seasonal), and find the best photo opportunities. Stop for a picnic lunch surrounded by the savannah and relax while watching animals in their natural habitat.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Ngorongoro Crater

We leave the Serengeti and drive toward the Ngorongoro Highlands. On arrival, enjoy breathtaking views at the crater rim and explore local Maasai villages if time permits.

After lunch, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to an incredible concentration of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffalo, and the rare black rhino. Enjoy the scenic landscapes and the opportunity to see the Big Five in one place before heading to your campsite for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)

High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)

Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

Show more

ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Ngorongoro Crater

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Manyara

Start early with a half-day game drive in Ngorongoro Crater, home to lions, elephants, rhinos, and abundant wildlife. After the crater, head toward Lake Manyara National Park to spot flamingos, hippos, and hundreds of bird species along the lake. By late afternoon, return to Arusha for your drop-off, ending your unforgettable safari adventure.

Main Destination:

Lake Manyara National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals)

High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

Show more

LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.