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6-Day Northern Tanzania Luxury Safari – Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Hidden Gems

Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire NP

From $4500 Per Person

Experience the ultimate 6-day Tanzania safari adventure, exploring the highlights of Northern Tanzania with expert guides, handpicked accommodations, and unforgettable wildlife encounters. From the iconic plains of the Serengeti to the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater, and the underrated beauty of Lake Manyara or Tarangire National Park, this journey delivers the best of Tanzania in one seamless itinerary.

Perfect for honeymooners, photographers, wildlife lovers, and first-time safari goers.

Itinerary at Glance

Day 1

Karatu – Lake Manyara or Tarangire National Park

Day 2

Full Game Drive In Tarangire

Day 3

Journey to the Serengeti – Afternoon Game Drive

Day 4

Full-Day Safari in Serengeti National Park

Day 5

Ngorongoro Crater Tour – UNESCO World Heritage Site

Day 6

Departure – Farewell Tanzania!

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Itinerary In Details

Karatu – Lake Manyara or Tarangire National Park
Kitela Lodge

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport where a friendly representative will welcome you and transfer you to the lush highlands of Karatu. Relax at the charming Kitela Lodge, nestled among coffee plantations and overlooking the Ngorongoro Forest.

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Meal Plan: Lunch and Dinner
Full Game Drive In Tarangire
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On Day 2, enjoy a full-day game drive in Tarangire National Park, famous for its elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. Return to Kitela Lodge for dinner and overnight.

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Meal Plan: All meals included
Journey to the Serengeti – Afternoon Game Drive
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After breakfast, drive through the Ngorongoro highlands and into the endless plains of the Serengeti. Along the way, you’ll have opportunities to spot wildlife and take photos at scenic viewpoints.

Enter the Serengeti National Park, one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife reserves and home to the Great Wildebeest Migration. Enjoy an afternoon game drive en route to Kubu Kubu Tented Camp, where you’ll stay for the next two nights. Relax under the stars after dinner and listen to the sounds of the African night.

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Meal Plan: All meals included
Full-Day Safari in Serengeti National Park
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Rise early for a full day of exploring the Serengeti’s wildlife-rich plains. Your guide will help you track lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, and (if in season) the wildebeest migration and river crossings.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wild, then continue your adventure in search of more incredible animals. In the evening, return to camp, unwind with a drink by the fire, and enjoy dinner under the African sky.

Optional: Add a hot air balloon safari for a breathtaking sunrise experience (extra cost).

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Meal Plan: All meals included
Ngorongoro Crater Tour – UNESCO World Heritage Site
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After breakfast, leave the Serengeti behind and head to the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater. This massive volcanic caldera is a haven for wildlife, often referred to as “Africa’s Garden of Eden.”

Descend 600 meters into the crater for a half-day game drive, where you may encounter rhinos, buffalos, flamingos, lions, and more. Enjoy a scenic picnic lunch on the crater floor before heading back up and returning to Kitela Lodge for your final night in Tanzania.

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Meal Plan: All meals included
Departure – Farewell Tanzania!
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Savor your last Tanzanian breakfast with a view, then check out from the lodge. Your guide will transfer you to Arusha Airport (ARK) or Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) in time for your outbound flight or onward travel plans.

If you’d like to extend your trip with a Zanzibar beach holiday, cultural tour, or Kilimanjaro day hike, just ask!

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Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch

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