6 Day Tanzania Safari | Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Tarangire | Private 4×4 Jeep Tour
6 Day Tanzania Safari
Lake Manyara – Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater – Tarangire
Private 4×4 Land Cruiser Safari | Start & Finish in Arusha
Overview – The Ultimate 6-Day Tanzania Wildlife Safari
This 6 Day Tanzania Safari takes you through four of Africa’s most iconic ecosystems:
Lake Manyara National Park – home of the legendary tree-climbing lions
Serengeti National Park – land of the Great Migration
Ngorongoro Crater – the 8th Wonder of the World
Tarangire National Park – Tanzania’s elephant stronghold
Travel in your private 4×4 Land Cruiser Jeep, guided by expert naturalists who know the land, wildlife, and hidden corners that most visitors never see.
This safari blends breathtaking landscapes, high wildlife density, Maasai culture, and immersive moments that make Tanzania one of the world’s most coveted safari destinations.
6-Day Tanzania Safari at a Glance
Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
Destinations: Lake Manyara • Serengeti • Ngorongoro Crater • Tarangire
Start/Finish: Arusha
Safari Vehicle: Private 4×4 Land Cruiser Jeep
Accommodation: Luxury / Midrange lodges or tented camps
Best Time: Year-round (Migration best from May–October)
Safari Itinerary – 6-Day Tanzania Safari
Day 1 — Arusha → Lake Manyara National Park
Home of Tree-Climbing Lions & Rift Valley Wonders
After a relaxed breakfast in Arusha, your guide picks you up and you begin your journey into the breathtaking Great Rift Valley. The descent into Lake Manyara is dramatic — cliffs towering on your left, lush green forests on your right.
As soon as you enter the park, the landscape transforms:
✔ Groundwater forests
✔ Hot springs
✔ Acacia woodlands
✔ Lake shore teeming with birdlife
Lake Manyara Highlights
Famous tree-climbing lions
Elephants, buffalos & giraffes
Pink flamingos along the lake
Over 300 bird species including pelicans & long-crested eagles
In the afternoon, you’ll enjoy a scenic lakeside drive, watching hippos splash and baboons roaming in massive troops.
Accommodation: Manyara Serena Lodge / Manyara Wildlife Safari Camp
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Day 2 — Lake Manyara → Serengeti National Park
Enter the Endless Plains
After breakfast, drive toward the legendary Serengeti. The journey takes you through the green highlands of Karatu and onto the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, where you stop for breathtaking photos.
As you cross into Serengeti, the landscape opens into golden grasslands dotted with acacia trees — the famous Serengeti Plains.
What you’ll see today:
Elephants wandering through acacia woodlands
Giraffes feeding on umbrella trees
Lions lounging on kopjes
Thousands of wildebeest, gazelles & zebras
Arrive at your camp in time for sunset — one of the Serengeti’s most magical moments.
Accommodation: Serengeti Heritage Camp / Embalakai Tented Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3 — Full Day Serengeti Safari
Tracking the Big Five & The Great Migration
Wake early for a dawn game drive — when predators are most active. Your guide follows fresh tracks in search of lions, cheetahs, leopards, and hyenas preparing for a hunt.
Depending on the season, you may witness:
The Great Wildebeest Migration — tens of thousands moving across the plains
Cheetah hunts on the open savanna
Large Serengeti lion prides
Elephants & buffalos
Huge zebra herds
Today, you’ll enjoy a full day of uninterrupted wildlife viewing, with a picnic lunch under a shady acacia tree.
Return to your lodge at sunset with unforgettable memories.
Accommodation: Serengeti Heritage / Tortilis Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4 — Serengeti → Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Visit Olduvai Gorge + Maasai Encounters
Today you depart Serengeti with a game drive en route to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Along the way, stop at Olduvai Gorge, one of the most important archaeological sites on Earth, known as the Cradle of Mankind, where early hominid fossils dating back 1.9 million years were discovered.
Optional: Visit a Maasai boma to experience traditional culture, dances, and storytelling.
Arrive at your lodge on the crater rim with sweeping views of this ancient caldera.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Lodge / Rhino Lodge / Lions Paw Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5 — Full Day Ngorongoro Crater Safari
The 8th Wonder of the World
Descend 600 metres into the Ngorongoro Crater, Africa’s most magnificent wildlife sanctuary. The crater floor is a natural zoo, hosting:
Black rhinos
Lions & cheetahs
Elephants & buffalos
Hippos & zebras
Flamingos & jackals
This is one of the few places where you can reliably spot all Big Five in a single day.
Enjoy a picnic lunch at the hippo pool before continuing your afternoon drive.
Afterward, drive to Tarangire for your final night.
Accommodation: Tarangire Safari Lodge / Baobab Tented Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6 — Tarangire National Park → Arusha
Elephants, Baobabs & Final Safari Moments
Your final safari day brings you to Tarangire National Park, home of:
The largest elephant populations in Tanzania
Ancient, giant baobab trees
Massive herds of zebras, wildebeest & buffalo
Over 500 bird species
The Tarangire River ensures year-round wildlife, especially during the dry season.
After a final game drive, return to Arusha where your safari ends.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
6-Day Tanzania Safari -What's Included
Courtesy Pick up / Drop off Arusha Airport Courtesy Pick up / Drop off at Arusha Hotel or Residence
Transport in a customized pop up top 4x4 Land Cruiser jeep.
Services of an experienced English/ other language speaking safari tour guide/driver.
5 nights full-board lodge/camp stay
Park entrance fees to Masai Mara NR
All meals on safari Bottled drinking water in safari vehicle
The flying doctors’ emergency medical evacuation/ rescue insurance cover.
What's Excluded
- Bottled & Soft Drinks - Items and services of a personal nature - Tips & Gratuities.
6-Day Tanzania Safari Highlights
Lake Manyara National Park
Tree-climbing lions
Flamingos, pelicans, raptors
Beautiful Rift Valley setting
Serengeti National Park (2 Nights)
The Great Migration
Big Five wildlife density
Endless open plains
Ngorongoro Crater
UNESCO World Heritage site
Largest intact volcanic caldera
Best place for black rhinos
Tarangire National Park
Elephant paradise
Baobab forests
Excellent birdlife
Best Time to Visit 5-Day Tanzania Safari
June–October: Dry season, perfect for the Great Migration and predator sightings
November–March: Calving season, lush landscapes, excellent for photography
April–May: Green season, fewer tourists, discounted rates
Where You Stay 6-Day Tanzania Safari Options
Luxury Options
Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge
Serengeti Serena Lodge
The Highlands Ngorongoro
Tarangire Sopa Lodge
Midrange Options
Wildlife Safari Camp Manyara
Embalakai Serengeti Camp
Rhino Lodge Ngorongoro
Baobab Tented Camp
Why Choose Annest Kenya Safaris
Locally Owned & Operated – True East African expertise and personalized care
Fly & Drive Options – Maximize your safari time and minimize travel fatigue
Luxury & Comfort – Handpicked lodges that blend elegance with wilderness charm
Cross-Border Specialists – Combine Kenya & Tanzania seamlessly
💬 24/7 Guest Support – From booking to departure, we’ve got you covered
FAQs – 6-Day Tanzania Safari
The safari is excellent year-round, with Migration viewing best between May–October and calving season from January–March.
Yes — the parks are safe, lodges offer family rooms, and the pace is comfortable for all ages.
A private 4×4 Land Cruiser Jeep with:
Pop-up roof
Charging system
Refrigerator
Comfortable seats
Yes — a sunrise Serengeti balloon safari can be added on Day 3.
Absolutely — Zanzibar beach extensions are the perfect way to end this adventure.
