6-Day Memorable Luxury Safari in Northern Tanzania
Description
This 6-day luxury safari takes you through the best of the Northern Safari Circuit. You will see amazing wildlife in different landscapes, monkeys in the forests, lions in the trees, elephants among the acacia trees, and many animals in a collapsed volcano. The journey also includes a visit to the world-famous Serengeti National Park. Beautiful scenery and abundant wildlife come together to create an unforgettable and truly special safari experience. .
1 | Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
A Shafino Wildlife Safari representative will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your accommodation in Arusha. You will stay overnight, relax, and prepare for the exciting adventures ahead. Gran Melia is a luxury hotel, offering a peaceful and beautiful environment for your stay.
Accommodation: Gran Meliá Arusha
Meals & Drinks: Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
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2 | Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
In the morning, your experienced personal safari guide will pick you up from your lodge in Arusha. You will travel to Tarangire National Park along a smooth tarmac road, crossing gently rolling Maasai plains dotted with acacia trees. Along the way, you may see Maasai people in their colorful attire walking by the roadside, riding bicycles, herding cattle, or driving donkey, Tarangire National Park is renowned for its large elephant herds and diverse wildlife. From the open roof of your modern safari jeep, you will enjoy views of seasonal swamps, savanna landscapes, and the life-giving Tarangire River. You may encounter zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, elephants, giraffes, and, if you are lucky, lions stalking prey or leopards resting in the trees. After your safari, you will drive to Escarpment Luxury Lodge Manyara for dinner & an overnight stay. The lodge also features a relaxing swimming pool and spacious, comfortable surroundings perfect for unwinding after a day of adventure.
Accommodation: Escarpment Luxury Lodge Manyara
Meals & Drinks: All meals included
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3 | Day 3: Mto wa Mbu to Central Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, you will depart from Mto wa Mbu and begin your journey toward the fertile highlands, where the Iraqw people cultivate wheat and maize. As you travel, you will pass through the misty rainforests of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with the chance to spot baboons, elephants, or even leopards moving quietly through the dense vegetation.
Your journey continues across the highlands and onward to Serengeti National Park, where you are expected to arrive around midday. Upon arrival, you will enjoy a scenic game drive as you make your way deeper into the park. In the heart of the Serengeti, you will pause for a picnic lunch, surrounded by the vast landscapes and rich wildlife. After lunch, you will proceed with an extended afternoon game drive, offering further opportunities to observe the park’s diverse animals and natural beauty.
As evening approaches, you will experience the magic of a Serengeti sunset, a truly memorable moment as the golden light settles over the plains. Afterwards, you will continue to your tented camp for check-in, followed by dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Tukaone Hembe Camp
Meals & Drinks: All meals included.
4 | Day 4: Full Game Drive Serengeti National Park
You will spend a full day exploring this remarkable park, discovering its wildlife and stunning landscapes. The Serengeti is home to a wide variety of animals, including impalas, buffaloes, crocodiles, and hippos. It is especially famous for the great migrating herds of zebras and wildebeests, whose movements follow the seasonal rains and vary each year. In addition to the migrating herds, you may have the chance to observe predators such as leopards, cheetahs, and lions in their natural habitat.
Accommodation: Tukaone Hembe Camp
Meals & Drinks: All meals included
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5 | Day 5: Serengeti - Ngorongoro Crater_ Mto wa Mbu
After a hearty breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive to the famous Ngorongoro Crater, taking in the stunning landscapes and wildlife along the way. Spend a memorable half-day exploring this natural wonder before continuing to Mto wa Mbu.
Ngorongoro Crater is surrounded by high volcanic walls and teeming with wildlife. This UNESCO World Heritage Site features golden savannahs, lakes, wetlands, and acacia woodlands. Formed over two million years ago, it is the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera.
Descending into the crater is an exciting experience. You may see herds of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles roaming the floor, along with over 500 species of birds, including flamingos and crowned cranes. Occasionally, the endangered black rhino can be spotted grazing peacefully, this journey offers a unique opportunity to experience one of Africa’s most extraordinary and diverse ecosystems.
Accommodation: Escarpment Luxury Lodge Manyara
Meals & Drinks: All meals included
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6 | Day 6: Tour Lake Manyara National Park then transfer to the airport
This morning, you will drive to Lake Manyara National Park, the final stop on your incredible safari. Located 120 km west of Arusha, Lake Manyara is a small yet diverse park with landscapes on a grand scale. The park is framed by the towering Great Rift Escarpment and features a shallow Salt Lake that changes with the seasons, attracting thousands of wading birds, including flamingos and over 500 other species.
In the park, you may spot baboons, elephants, and even the famous tree-climbing lions resting in the forest. A picnic lunch will be enjoyed within the park, surrounded by its stunning scenery.
After your game drive, your guide will drop you off at your chosen location, such as Arusha town, Kilimanjaro International Airport, or Arusha Airport. We hope you have enjoyed your unforgettable safari with Shafino Wildlife Safaris.
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
Cost per person per day
| 1-pax | 2-pax | 3-pax | 4-pax | 5-pax | 6-pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3,921 | 2,673 | 2,426 | 2,256 | 2,207 | 2,145 |
Price Includes
- All transfers as listed in the itinerary
- Free round-trip airport pick-up and drop-off
- A dedicated professional driver-guide
- Private 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser (safari-equipped)
- Bottled mineral water during the safari
- All national park entry fees
- All activities listed in the program
Price Excludes
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Drinks at lodges and camps
- Laundry services
- Tips and personal expenses
- Anything not clearly listed as included
- Extra accommodation before or after the safari (available on request)
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