6-Day Tanzania Midrange Safari

Overview

This 6-day Tanzania safari is crafted for travelers who want the full safari experience, combining Tanzania’s legendary parks with rich wildlife encounters, including two magical nights in the heart of the Serengeti. Journey through diverse landscapes — from ancient volcanic craters to sweeping savannahs and lakes — and encounter lions, elephants, zebras, giraffes, flamingos, and, with luck, the elusive black rhino.

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Day to Day Itinerary

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, your Shafino Wildlife Safaris guide will meet you with a friendly smile. Depending on your arrival time, relax and settle in at your selected lodge or hotel in Arusha. This bustling town is the gateway to the Northern Safari Circuit and your base for the adventure ahead.

🍽 Meals: Dinner at own expense
🏨 Accommodation: At a selected lodge or hotel in Arusha

After breakfast, we set off for Tarangire National Park, about a 2.5-hour drive. Famous for its giant baobab trees and impressive elephant herds, Tarangire offers incredible wildlife sightings, including giraffes, bushbucks, hartebeests, lions, leopards, and an astounding array of birds.

Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by nature, followed by an afternoon game drive. In the evening, we head to Karatu for a relaxing overnight at your chosen lodge or camp.

🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🏨 Accommodation: At a selected lodge or camp in Karatu

Today we travel through the breathtaking Ngorongoro Conservation Area toward the Serengeti, one of Africa’s most iconic parks. Along the way, marvel at the panoramic views of the Ngorongoro Crater before descending into the endless Serengeti plains. Depending on the time of year, you might witness part of the Great Migration — one of the natural wonders of the world.

Enjoy a picnic lunch and an afternoon game drive before settling in for the night at your selected camp or lodge in the Serengeti.

🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🏨 Accommodation: At a selected camp or lodge in Serengeti

Today is all about wildlife! Spend the full day exploring the Serengeti, home to lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, crocodiles, and countless other species. Depending on your preference, you can opt for an early morning and late afternoon game drive (with a break at camp for lunch) or a full-day game drive with a packed picnic lunch.

Every moment in the Serengeti is a photographer’s dream and a nature lover’s paradise.

🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🏨 Accommodation: At a selected camp or lodge in Serengeti

After breakfast, we journey toward the Ngorongoro Crater, descending into this incredible volcanic caldera for an unforgettable safari experience. With over 25,000 large animals — including wildebeests, zebras, gazelles, elephants, lions, and the rare black rhino — the crater is one of the best places in Africa to spot the Big Five.

After your crater game drive, we return to Karatu for dinner and overnight at your chosen lodge or camp.

🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🏨 Accommodation: At a selected lodge or camp in Karatu

After breakfast, we head to Lake Manyara National Park, a compact but diverse gem known for its dramatic landscapes, tree-climbing lions, elephants, baboons, and flamingos. Explore the lush forests and shimmering lake on a final game drive, enjoying a picnic lunch in the park.

In the afternoon, we drive back to Arusha or drop you at Kilimanjaro Airport or Arusha Airport, marking the end of an incredible safari adventure with memories that will last forever.

🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
🏨 Accommodation: Not included (end of tour)

What’s Included

  • National park fees and permits
  • Professional English-speaking driver-guide
  • All game drives and safari activities (non-optional)
  • Midrange lodge or camp accommodation (as per itinerary)
  • All road transportation in a private 4x4 safari vehicle
  • Roundtrip airport transfers
  • Meals as specified (including bottled water, one beer per adult per day, plus white or red wine)
  • All government taxes and VAT

What’s Not Included

  • International flights to/from Tanzania
  • Additional accommodation before or after the safari (can be arranged)
  • Tips and gratuities (suggested $15–$20 per adult per day)
  • Personal items such as souvenirs, travel insurance, and visa fees

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