6 Days Safari - Private

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Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater & Lake Manyara

Tanzania Northern Circuit Safaris
Safari Homes Tanzania

Discover the beauty of Tanzania’s Northern Safari Circuit on this six-day adventure through some of the country’s most iconic national parks. From the elephant-filled landscapes of Tarangire National Park to the endless plains of the Serengeti, the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, and the scenic Lake Manyara, this safari offers incredible wildlife encounters and breathtaking scenery.

What to expect

  • Scenic safari journey through Tanzania’s Northern Safari Circuit
  • Game drives in Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara
  • Opportunity to spot the Big Five and diverse African wildlife
  • Explore different landscapes – savannahs, volcanic craters and soda lakes
  • Incredible wildlife viewing and unforgettable safari experiences

Highlights of the experience

🐘 Tarangire Elephant Safari
Explore baobab-filled landscapes and large elephant herds in Tarangire National Park.

🦁 Serengeti Wildlife Adventure
Discover the famous Serengeti plains, home to Africa’s greatest wildlife concentrations.

🌋 Ngorongoro Crater Safari
Descend into one of the world’s most remarkable volcanic calderas, rich with wildlife.

🦩 Lake Manyara Exploration
Visit a scenic park known for flamingos, lush forests and tree-climbing lions.

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Private & Customizable Safari Experience

Enjoy a fully private safari designed around your preferences. This experience allows you to travel at your own pace and personalize your journey for the best possible adventure.

Fully customizable itinerary – choose where you want to stay and how long you want to spend in each destination
Private safari vehicle – travel exclusively with your group, without sharing the car with other travelers
Flexible schedule – spend more time at wildlife sightings or explore areas that interest you most
Personal guide dedicated only to your group throughout the safari

Day 1

Journey to Tarangire National Park

Day Highlights

🚙 Scenic drive from Arusha to Tarangire National Park
🐘 Discover Tarangire’s famous elephant herds
🌿 Explore landscapes filled with giant baobab trees
🌅 Dinner and overnight stay near Tarangire

Early in the morning, you will be picked up from your residence in Arusha and begin a 2-hour drive toward Tarangire National Park, passing through the beautiful landscapes of the Great Rift Valley.
Upon arrival, you will complete the park registration before starting your first game drive through Tarangire’s impressive savannah landscapes, famous for its elephant population and iconic baobab trees.
During the day, you will stop for lunch at a picnic site inside the park before continuing the safari with your experienced guide.
In the late afternoon, you will head to your accommodation near Tarangire for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 2

Journey to Serengeti National Park

Day Highlights

🚙 Scenic drive toward Serengeti National Park
🦁 First afternoon game drive in the Serengeti
🐃 Opportunity to spot the Big Five
🌅 Dinner and overnight stay in Serengeti

Early in the morning, you will be picked up from your residence in Arusha and begin a 6.5-hour journey to Serengeti National Park.
Along the way, your guide will brief you on the safari adventure ahead while you travel through Tanzania’s beautiful landscapes.
Upon arrival, you will enjoy lunch before heading out on an afternoon game drive, offering your first opportunity to observe Serengeti’s incredible wildlife.
In the evening, you will return to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay in the Serengeti.

Day 3

Full Day Safari in Serengeti

Day Highlights

🌅 Early morning safari in Serengeti
🦓 Discover Africa’s largest concentration of wildlife
📸 Excellent wildlife photography opportunities
🔥 Dinner and overnight stay in Serengeti

After breakfast, you will head out for a full day exploring the vast landscapes of Serengeti National Park.
The Serengeti is home to one of the largest concentrations of wildlife in the world, where lions, elephants, cheetahs, giraffes, and many other species roam freely across endless plains.
Throughout the day, your guide will take you to the best wildlife viewing areas of the park.
In the evening, you will return to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 4

Ngorongoro Crater Safari

Day Highlights

🌄 Scenic drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area
🌋 Descend into the famous Ngorongoro Crater
🦏 Chance to spot the Big Five
🏕 Dinner and overnight stay near Ngorongoro

After breakfast, you will depart Serengeti and travel toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Upon arrival, you will stop at the crater rim viewpoint, where you can admire breathtaking panoramic views of the enormous volcanic caldera.
You will then descend 600 meters to the crater floor for an unforgettable safari across one of Africa’s most wildlife-rich ecosystems.
After a picnic lunch inside the crater, you will continue exploring the diverse wildlife before heading to your accommodation near Ngorongoro for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 5

Ngorongoro Safari

Day Highlights

🦓 Morning game drive in Ngorongoro
🦏 Explore one of Africa’s richest wildlife ecosystems
📸 Excellent wildlife viewing opportunities
🏕 Dinner and overnight stay near Ngorongoro

After breakfast, you will head out for another game drive in the Ngorongoro area, continuing to explore this extraordinary ecosystem.
Over the next 4–5 hours, you will have the chance to spot a wide variety of animals including lions, elephants, buffalo, zebras, and many more species.
After the safari, you will return to your accommodation for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 6

Lake Manyara Safari & Return to Arusha

Day Highlights

🦩 Explore Lake Manyara National Park
🌳 Discover the park’s lush forest and soda lake
🦁 Look for the famous tree-climbing lions
🚙 Return journey to Arusha

After breakfast, you will travel to Lake Manyara National Park for your final safari experience.
The park is famous for its beautiful landscapes, birdlife and flamingos, as well as elephants, giraffes, zebras and many other species.
Lake Manyara is also known for its rare tree-climbing lions, often seen resting on branches.
After your game drive, you will begin the return journey to Arusha, marking the end of your unforgettable safari adventure.

Tour information

Key information for your safari adventure
What’s included
  • Professional safari guide/driver
  • 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • All park fees & crater service fees
  • Accommodation (lodges or tents)
  • All meals as per itinerary
  • Drinking water during game drives
  • Airport or Arusha pickup/drop-off
What’s not included
  • Tips & gratuities
  • Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional Maasai village visit or balloon safari
What to bring
  • Light clothing for daytime, warm layers for morning game drives
  • Sunglasses, hat, sunscreen, insect repellent
  • Camera or binoculars
  • Day pack for water/snacks
  • Travel documents
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We provide dorm rooms and private en-suite rooms in a safe, clean, and home-style environment in Arusha. All stays include breakfast, WiFi, and access to our communal spaces.

Yes! Our safari and trekking experiences are open to all travelers, whether you're staying with us or elsewhere in Arusha. We organize day trips and multi-day safaris to Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire, and beyond.

Absolutely. We provide reliable airport transfers to and from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) and Arusha Airport. Just let us know your flight details in advance.

We coordinate placements with local schools, NGOs, health programs, and women’s groups. Whether short-term or long-term, we guide you through every step of your volunteering journey.

Yes. Safari Homes is in a quiet and safe neighborhood (Sakina Street, Arusha). Our team is always available to assist you, and we provide local support 24/7.

You can visit Maasai villages, join cooking and Swahili classes, hike to waterfalls, explore coffee farms, and experience Tanzanian markets — all with local guides.

All safaris include transport, park fees, meals, guide services, and accommodations (camping or lodges). We tailor each safari to your budget and travel style.

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