6‑Day Serengeti Explorer Safari Tour – a journey through Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Begin with thrilling game drives in Tarangire National Park, staying overnight at the comfortable Sopa Lodge. Continue to the legendary Serengeti, where you’ll enjoy an overnight stay at the luxurious Serengeti Explorers by Elewana and witness dramatic wildlife encounters across the endless plains. Explore the Ngorongoro Conservation Area with an overnight at Ngorongoro Serena, including an exciting game drive down the crater to spot lions, elephants, and rhinos. Conclude your safari with a visit to Lake Manyara Serena before returning to Arusha, either to ARK or Kilimanjaro International Airport, leaving you with lasting memories of Tanzania’s breathtaking landscapes and extraordinary wildlife.
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Accommodation
LodgesThe types of accommodation used during the tour.
Activities
Game Drives & Night Game DrivesThe wildlife, adventure and leisure activities included in the itinerary.
Getting Around
4x4 Safari VehicleThe main transportation methods used between destinations.
Wildlife you may encounter

Wildebeest
●Abundant

Zebra
●Abundant

Lion
●Abundant

Spotted hyena
●Abundant

Impala
●Abundant

Giraffe
●Abundant

Buffalo
●Abundant

Baboon
●Abundant

Cheetah
●Common

Leopard
●Common

Warthog
●Common

Hippo
●Common

Ostrich
●Common

Crocodile
●Common

Rhino
●Rare

African wild dog
●Rare
Family itinerary day by day


Day 1
Arusha – Tarangire National Park
Arusha – Tarangire National Park After breakfast, you will be picked up from Arusha and drive to Tarangire National Park for a full-day game drive. Tarangire is famous for its large herds of elephants, majestic baobab trees, and diverse wildlife including lions, giraffes, zebras, and various bird species. You will enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park while exploring different areas along the Tarangire River. In the late afternoon, you will proceed to Tarangire Sopa Lodge for dinner and overnight stay. Here you can opt to do a night game drive in the Tarangire National Park
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation

Day 2
Tarangire – Central Serengeti
Tarangire – Central Serengeti After breakfast, depart for the world-famous Serengeti National Park via the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying scenic landscapes along the way. You will have a game drive en route as you head towards Central Serengeti, known for its rich wildlife population year-round. Expect to see lions, cheetahs, elephants, and possibly the Great Migration depending on the season. Arrive in the evening at Serengeti Explorer by Elewana for dinner and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation

Day 3
Full Day Central Serengeti
Full Day Central Serengeti Enjoy a full day of game drives in Central Serengeti, one of the best wildlife viewing areas in Africa. You can opt for a full-day game drive with picnic lunch or morning and afternoon game drives with relaxation at the lodge in between. The area is rich in predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs, as well as large herds of herbivores. Dinner and overnight will be at Serengeti Explorer by Elewana.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation


Day 4
Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive in Serengeti before departing towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. You will pass through Maasai villages and scenic highlands. Arrive at the crater rim in the afternoon with optional short activities or relaxation at the lodge. Dinner and overnight at Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge, offering breathtaking views over the crater.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation


Day 5
Ngorongoro Crater – Lake Manyara
Ngorongoro Crater – Lake Manyara After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive. The crater is home to the Big Five including rhinos, lions, elephants, buffalo, and leopards. After a picnic lunch, ascend and proceed to Lake Manyara area. Dinner and overnight at Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Day 6
Lake Manyara – Arusha
Lake Manyara – Arusha After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, known for its tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and lush groundwater forest. Later, drive back to Arusha where you will be dropped off at your hotel or airport.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Inclusions
Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
Professional English-speaking driver guide
All park fees (Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Lake Manyara)
Ngorongoro crater service fee
Airport/Hotel transfers in Arusha
Bottled drinking water during safari
Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Exclusions
International & domestic flights
Visa fees
Tips for driver/guide (recommended)
Optional activities (balloon safari, Maasai village, Olduvai Gorge)
Drinks & beverages at lodges
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