6-Day In North Serengeti and Ngorongoro

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6 Days
Mid-range tour

6-Day In North Serengeti and Ngorongoro

6-Day North Serengeti and Ngorongoro Safari is specially crafted for travelers seeking to witness the most dramatic moments of the Great Migration. The legendary Mara River crossings—while also exploring the breathtaking beauty of the Ngorongoro Crater. Ideal between July and October. This journey offers a front-row seat to nature’s most thrilling show and some of the best wildlife viewing on the continent.

Your adventure begins with a scenic flight from Arusha to the remote northern Serengeti. Where the plains meet the Mara River. Here, crocodiles lie in wait as thousands of wildebeest and zebras brave the river, creating a heart-pounding spectacle. Spend three days exploring this untouched region with expert guides, tracking lion prides, cheetahs, elephants, and possibly elusive leopards. Morning and evening game drives allow you to soak in the golden light and endless horizons.

After exploring the North, travel south through the central Serengeti. Enjoying more wildlife encounters en route, before arriving at your carefully selected midrange lodge near Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

On day five, descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and natural sanctuary teeming with wildlife. This unique ecosystem supports rhinos, hippos, elephants, lions, and abundant birdlife in a stunning, enclosed habitat.

Why Choose This Safari?

  • Prime access to the Mara River crossings (seasonal)

  • Exceptional game viewing in remote North Serengeti

  • Includes scenic flight to Serengeti to save time and energy

  • Comfortable midrange lodges and tented camps with full-board meals

  • Expert local guide, private 4×4 vehicle, and all park fees included

The 6-Day North Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari is the ultimate combination of dramatic wildlife action and natural beauty—perfect for photographers, nature lovers, and anyone chasing Africa’s greatest show.

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ITINERARY

Day 01: Arrival in Kilimanjaro – Transfer to Arusha for Overnight

Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be greeted by your safari guide. After a brief introduction and orientation, you will be transferred to Arusha, approximately 1.5 hours away.

Drive to Arusha: You’ll arrive in Arusha, where you can check-in to your lodge or hotel. Relax & Explore Depending on your arrival time, you may take a short break to relax or explore Arusha town, a bustling city surrounded by stunning landscapes. You can visit local markets or cultural centers if desired.

Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) - Arusha

Accommodation:

Njiro Legacy
Meal: Lunch and Dinner
Day 02: Tarangire National Park – Game Drive

After breakfast at your lodge around 7:00 AM. Depart for Tarangire, After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park at around 8:00 AM. The drive takes approximately 2 hours to reach the park, with scenic views along the way. You’ll arrive at Tarangire National Park by 10:30 AM.

Tarangire this park is famous for its large elephant herds and unique baobab trees, as well as lions, zebras, giraffes, and numerous bird species. You’ll spend around 3–4 hours on the drive, with stops for photography and wildlife observation.

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Accommodation:

Farm of Dreams
Meal: All meals included
Day 03: North Serengeti – Mara River Crossing

After an early breakfast at 6:00 AM, check out of your lodge and begin the drive to North Serengeti. The drive will take about 4.5–5 hours (depending on road

 

conditions and traffic). You’ll arrive in Northern Serengeti by around 11:00 AM and start your game drive immediately.

This region is known for its incredible wildlife, particularly during the Great Migration season when thousands of wildebeest and zebras cross the Mara River (July– October). Depending on the season, you may witness the Mara River crossing looking for predators, including lions, leopards, and cheetahs, that are often seen in this area.

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Accommodation:

Safari Haven (Ndutu)
Meal: All meals included
Day 04: Central Serengeti – Full-Day Game Drive

Enjoy breakfast at 6:00 AM, then check out and begin your journey to Central Serengeti. The drive will take about 2–3 hours.

Arrive at Central Serengeti by 9:30 AM, and head out for a full-day game drive. This area is known for its high concentration of predators, including lions, leopards, and cheetahs, as well as large herds of herbivores such as wildebeest, zebras, and buffalo. This is the best region for spotting animals year-round. By 4:30 PM, you will start heading back to your lodge or camp for the night, arriving around 5:30 PM.

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Accommodation:

Ngorongoro Safari Lodge
Meal: All meals included
Day 05: Ngorongoro Crater – Game Drive

Enjoy an early breakfast at 6:00 AM. After breakfast, depart for the Ngorongoro Crater. The journey takes approximately 2.5 hours. You will arrive at the Ngorongoro Crater by 9:30 AM.

Descend into the crater floor for a half-day game drive in this wildlife-rich ecosystem. The crater floor is home to large herds of buffalo, zebra, wildebeest, elephants, and lions, and it is one of the best places in the world to spot a black rhino.

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Accommodation:

Farm of Dreams
Meal: All meals included
Day 06: Departure – Kilimanjaro Airport

Enjoy a final breakfast at 7:00 AM. After breakfast, you’ll be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport a 3-hour drive for your departure. As you reflect on your unforgettable journey through Tanzania’s most iconic national parks, you’ll carry with you memories of Africa’s wild heart—its animals, landscapes, and the adventure of a lifetime.

You will arrive at the airport around 11:30 AM for check-in and your onward flight.

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Accommodation:

Meal: Breakfast and Lunch

WHAT'S INCLUDES

Included

  • Park fees (for non-residents)
  • All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
  • All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
  • In Roundtrip airport transfer
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • All flights during the tour
  • All Taxes

Excluded

  • International flights (from/to the client's home country)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips: tipping guideline of 10.00US$ per person per day for the guide and crew
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

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Ngorongoro National Park

The Ngorongoro Conservation Area, frequently referred to as the Ngorongoro National Park, is a protected UNESCO World Heritage Site in northern Tanzania spanning 8,292 square kilometers across highland plains, savanna, and forests. At its heart lies the famous Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest inactive, intact, and unfilled volcanic caldera, which spans 260 square kilometers and drops 610 meters deep. This natural amphitheater functions as a self-sustaining eco-sanction sheltering roughly 30,000 large mammals, boasting the densest known population of mammalian predators in Africa—including prolific lion prides and spotted hyenas. Unlike traditional national parks, it operates as a multi-use territory where semi-nomadic Maasai pastoralists co-exist alongside the native wildlife, creating a globally unique socio-ecological landscape that also encompasses Olduvai Gorge, one of the most critical paleoanthropological sites for human origin research.
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TARANGIRE National Park

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Serengeti National Park in Tanzania is a world-renowned wilderness area encompassing over 14,750 square kilometers of sprawling savanna, riverine forests, and woodlands. Famous for the Great Migration, the park plays host to millions of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles as they trek across the plains in search of fresh pasture, closely pursued by a dense population of predators including lions, cheetahs, and leopards. As a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, its unique ecosystems offer unparalleled wildlife viewing, making it a critical sanctuary for biodiversity and one of Africa’s premier safari destinations.
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