6-Day Ngorongoro & Serengeti Compact Safari

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

Scenic Drive to Manyara Escarpment & Rest at Safari Lodge

Today, our safari guide will meet you and take you to the starting point of your safari tour – a lodge with views of Lake Manyara – so you can enjoy the day at your own pace and relax. This program is ideal for those finishing a Kilimanjaro climb, or starting their journey from Arusha, Moshi, or the Arusha and Kilimanjaro airports, as your first day is free and we can pick you up almost anytime.

If you plan to start your safari on the same day as your arrival in Tanzania, we recommend flights arriving no later than 12:00 PM to allow enough time to reach your lodge, as the drive can take up to 4 hours. For later arrivals, we suggest booking a hotel closer to the airport. Our travel experts are happy to help you choose the best option for your itinerary.

Main Destination:

Karatu (Town)

Accommodation:

Mawe Mawe Lodge

• Luxury lodge located on the escarpment above Lake Manyara NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Ngorongoro Crater

Today you’ll explore the legendary Ngorongoro Crater! Your day starts early as your guide drives you into this massive volcanic caldera, part of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The descent into the crater takes about 30 minutes through lush forests, with a stop at a lookout for a panoramic view. The crater is home to tens of thousands of animals, offering more wildlife variety per square meter than anywhere else. Elephants, buffalo, antelopes, lions, cheetahs, zebras, and even rare rhinos can be seen. Most animals remain inside, enjoying fresh grass and safe prey.
After your morning game drive, stop for a snack at Lake Magadi, a hotspot for birds (watch out for cheeky kites!) and hippos that often surface near the shore. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is celebrated for its rich wildlife and unique ecosystem, making every moment inside the crater unforgettable.

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

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ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Sound of Silence Tented Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Serengeti National Park

Today’s adventure takes you to the world-famous Serengeti, in the stunning Seronera area. The park is home to over 3 million animals and stretches across an area so vast it would take 2-3 days to cross by car, giving wildlife plenty of space to roam freely. Here, you’re almost guaranteed to see lions, antelopes, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and zebras, with a good chance of spotting cheetahs, serval cats, and other rare savannah animals. The Serengeti is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, celebrated for its unique ecosystem, dense wildlife, and the annual Great Migration. Life here inspired Disney’s Lion King, but unlike a cartoon, it’s raw, wild, and breathtaking.

Main Destination:

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

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GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Sound of Silence Tented Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Serengeti National Park

Your adventure continues in the vibrant central Serengeti area. This vast landscape teems with wildlife - too much to take in during a single day. Today, your guide will lead you to new spots and highlight fascinating animals, giving you a broader view of the Serengeti’s richness. Seronera is home to some of Africa’s rarest species, including rhinos, leopards, serval cats, and caracals. Sometimes it can take several hours to spot a rare animal, but with a full day ahead, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to focus on the creatures you most want to find.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Sound of Silence Tented Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Serengeti National Park

This is your final day in central Serengeti, and the savannah promises fresh surprises. Each day brings something new - yesterday’s lazy lions might be on the move, elephants that wandered away could approach curiously, and who knows, a cheetah might even perch atop the safari vehicle for a closer look! Today is also a perfect chance to admire the famous Kopjes - striking volcanic rock formations where animals rest, offering incredible photo opportunities. Don’t miss Simba Rock, the very spot that inspired the opening scene of The Lion King, where Mufasa lifts baby Simba to survey the savannah - now you can see it for yourself in Seronera.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge

• Luxury lodge located near Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Transfer to Airport

Our driver will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the airport in time for your flight. Standard hotel check-out time is 10:00 AM.
If you require a late check-out, please let us know at the time of booking – we will be happy to request it in advance (subject to availability and possible extra charges).
If you are not flying out on this day and have other plans, please inform us when booking. We can customize your program according to your schedule.

Main Destination:

No major destination visited

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.