Best 6 Days Tanzania Wilderness Safari 2027, 2028 & 2029

Explore four remarkable wildlife destinations on this carefully planned 6 Days Tanzania Wilderness Safari. The journey takes you through Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara, the legendary Serengeti plains and the Ngorongoro Crater.

Travelling in a private 4×4 safari vehicle gives you the freedom to observe animals at a comfortable pace. Your professional guide will help you search for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, hippos and numerous bird species while explaining Tanzania’s landscapes and wildlife behaviour.

This itinerary balances wildlife viewing with comfortable travel times, making it suitable for couples, families, friends and first-time visitors to Tanzania.

Safari Overview

Why Choose This Tanzania Wilderness Safari?

The 6 Days Tanzania Wilderness Safari covers the essential destinations of Tanzania’s Northern Safari Circuit without making the itinerary unnecessarily rushed.

You will experience changing landscapes, from Tarangire’s baobab woodland to the green groundwater forests of Lake Manyara, the open plains of Serengeti and the enclosed ecosystem of Ngorongoro Crater.

Safari highlights include:

• Watching elephants in Tarangire National Park
• Exploring the diverse habitats of Lake Manyara
• Spending two nights inside Serengeti National Park
• Searching for lions, leopards and cheetahs
• Visiting the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater
• Travelling with a professional Tanzanian safari guide
• Enjoying private game drives and flexible wildlife stops
• Staying in carefully selected lodges or tented camps
• Photographing varied scenery and wildlife
• Experiencing four leading destinations in six days

Detailed 6 Days Tanzania Wilderness Safari Itinerary

Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Your safari begins after breakfast at your hotel in Arusha. A professional driver-guide from Gowitos Safaris and Holidays will meet you for a short briefing before you travel to Tarangire National Park.

Tarangire is characterised by ancient baobab trees, open savannah, seasonal wetlands and the Tarangire River. During the dry season, the river becomes an important water source, attracting animals from the surrounding ecosystem.

The park is particularly known for its elephants. You may see large family groups feeding, drinking or moving between woodland and river habitats. Other possible sightings include giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, impalas, warthogs and waterbucks.

Lions, leopards and cheetahs also live in the park, but sightings depend on wildlife movement and the conditions of the day.

After lunch at a designated picnic area or safari lodge, continue your afternoon game drive. In the late afternoon, travel to your lodge or tented camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

Meals: Lunch and dinner
Accommodation: Lodge or tented camp near Tarangire or Karatu

Day 2: Lake Manyara National Park Safari

After breakfast, travel to Lake Manyara National Park for a full or extended half-day game drive.

The park lies beneath the steep wall of the Great Rift Valley and contains several habitats within a relatively compact area. These include groundwater forest, acacia woodland, open grassland, wetlands and the lakeshore.

Your guide will search for elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, hippos, blue monkeys and troops of baboons. Lake Manyara is also known for its varied birdlife, particularly when water and seasonal conditions are favourable.

The park is associated with tree-climbing lions, although seeing this behaviour is never guaranteed. Lions may rest in trees, grassland or woodland depending on weather, disturbance and their natural behaviour.

Enjoy lunch during the excursion before continuing your game drive. Later, return to your lodge in Karatu or continue to accommodation near the Ngorongoro highlands.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Accommodation: Lodge in Karatu or near Ngorongoro

Day 3: Karatu to Serengeti National Park

After an early breakfast, depart for Serengeti National Park. The journey takes you through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area before descending onto the Serengeti plains.

As you enter the park, the landscape opens into wide grasslands interrupted by acacia trees, river valleys and rocky kopjes. These habitats support a remarkable range of wildlife.

Your game drive continues towards Central Serengeti, also known as the Seronera region. Permanent water sources support resident animals throughout the year, making the area particularly productive for wildlife viewing.

Possible encounters include lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, spotted hyenas and several antelope species. Your guide may also search for cheetahs in open grassland and leopards resting in trees near river habitats.

Arrive at your lodge or tented camp in the late afternoon or early evening.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Accommodation: Lodge or tented camp in Central Serengeti

Day 4: Full-Day Serengeti Game Drive

Day four is dedicated to exploring the Serengeti.

An early start allows you to experience the plains during the cooler morning hours, when many animals are active. Your route will depend on current wildlife activity, seasonal conditions and your interests.

You may spend time observing a pride of lions, watching elephants cross the plains or searching for leopards around riverine woodland. Cheetahs are often associated with open areas where they can scan the surrounding grassland.

The Serengeti is also part of the Great Migration ecosystem. Wildebeest and zebras move through different areas during the year in response to rainfall, water and fresh grazing. Their precise position cannot be guaranteed because the migration is a continuous natural movement.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park or return to your camp for a hot meal. Your afternoon game drive continues until it is time to return to the accommodation.

An optional sunrise balloon safari may be arranged at an additional cost. Advance booking is recommended because spaces are limited.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Accommodation: Lodge or tented camp in Central Serengeti

Day 5: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Begin the day with an early-morning game drive in Central Serengeti. This provides another opportunity to observe wildlife before leaving the park.

After breakfast or a picnic brunch, continue towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Your guide will stop at promising wildlife locations along the way, allowing the journey to remain part of the safari experience.

Depending on your schedule, an optional visit to a Maasai village can be arranged. Local hosts introduce visitors to selected aspects of Maasai culture, traditional homes and community life. The activity is optional and may require an additional entrance fee.

In the late afternoon, arrive at your lodge near the crater rim or in the Karatu highlands. Enjoy dinner and prepare for the following morning’s crater tour.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Accommodation: Lodge near Ngorongoro Crater or Karatu

Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Arusha

After an early breakfast, travel to the crater entrance and descend to the floor of Ngorongoro Crater.

The crater contains grassland, woodland, wetlands and permanent water sources. Its varied habitats support a high concentration of animals within a relatively compact area.

During your game drive, you may see lions, elephants, buffaloes, wildebeest, zebras, hippos, spotted hyenas, jackals and many bird species. Black rhinoceroses also inhabit the conservation area, although sightings cannot be promised.

Your guide will select an appropriate picnic area for lunch before you continue exploring the crater. In the afternoon, ascend the crater wall and begin the drive back to Arusha.

You will be dropped off at your Arusha hotel or transferred to the airport according to your confirmed travel arrangements. This marks the end of your 6 Days Tanzania Wilderness Safari.

Meals: Breakfast and lunch
Accommodation: Not included unless requested

Safari Accommodation Options

This package can be organised at different comfort levels.

Mid-Range Safari

Mid-range accommodation includes comfortable lodges and tented camps with proper beds, en-suite bathrooms, meals and welcoming service.

Luxury Safari

Luxury properties provide spacious rooms or tents, carefully chosen locations, quality dining and enhanced personal service.

Premium Safari

Premium accommodation focuses on exclusive locations, elegant rooms, refined dining, privacy and highly personalised hospitality.

Accommodation prices and availability vary according to the travel season. Equivalent properties may be offered when a preferred lodge or camp is unavailable.

Best Time for a Tanzania Wilderness Safari

The 6 Days Tanzania Wilderness Safari operates throughout the year. Each season offers a different experience.

January to March

These months are generally warm. Depending on rainfall, large wildebeest herds may be found around Southern Serengeti and the Ndutu region during the calving season.

April and May

The main rainy season creates green landscapes, dramatic skies and fewer visitors. Some remote camps may close temporarily, but the permanent lodges normally continue operating.

June to October

The dry season is popular for wildlife viewing. Vegetation becomes less dense, and animals often concentrate around rivers and other water sources. Mornings and evenings can be cool.

November and December

Short rains can refresh the landscape and encourage seasonal wildlife movements. Rain often falls in temporary showers rather than continuing throughout the entire day.

Wildlife movement and weather conditions change from year to year and cannot be guaranteed.

What Is Included?

• Private 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof
• Professional English-speaking driver-guide
• Five nights of safari accommodation
• Meals specified in the itinerary
• Drinking water during game drives
• National park and conservation-area entry fees
• Ngorongoro Crater service fees
• Government taxes and applicable tourism charges
• Game drives described in the itinerary
• Pick-up and drop-off in Arusha
• Emergency assistance from Gowitos Safaris and Holidays

What Is Not Included?

• International and domestic flights
• Tanzania visa fees
• Travel and medical insurance
• Accommodation in Arusha before or after the safari
• Drinks not included by the lodges or camps
• Tips for the safari guide and accommodation staff
• Serengeti balloon safari
• Optional Maasai village visit
• Laundry and personal expenses
• Medical treatment or emergency evacuation
• Activities not mentioned in the itinerary

Optional Safari Activities

The following activities may be added according to availability, location and your travel schedule:

• Serengeti sunrise balloon safari
• Maasai village experience
• Guided nature walk near Karatu
• Coffee-farm visit
• Mto wa Mbu cultural tour
• Night game drive in an authorised area
• Additional Serengeti game-drive day
• Zanzibar beach extension

Optional activities are charged separately unless included in your confirmed quotation.

What to Pack for the Safari

Choose comfortable clothing in neutral colours such as khaki, brown, beige, grey or green. Mornings can be cold, particularly around Ngorongoro, while afternoons may be warm.

Recommended items include:

• Lightweight shirts and trousers
• Warm fleece or jacket
• Comfortable closed shoes
• Sun hat and sunglasses
• Sunscreen and lip balm
• Insect repellent
• Personal medication
• Camera and spare batteries
• Binoculars
• Small daypack
• Reusable water bottle
• Soft-sided travel bag
• Passport and travel documents

Read our detailed Safari Packing Guide before travelling.

Who Is This Safari Suitable For?

This itinerary is suitable for:

• Couples and honeymooners
• Families with children
• Groups of friends
• Wildlife photographers
• First-time safari visitors
• Nature enthusiasts
• Solo travellers joining a confirmed group
• Guests seeking a private and flexible safari

Families can request suitable rooms, child-friendly meals and a more relaxed daily schedule. Guests with mobility concerns should inform us before booking so appropriate arrangements can be discussed.

Private and Group Safari Options

The 6 Days Tanzania Wilderness Safari can be booked privately or as a small-group departure.

Private Safari

A private safari gives your party its own vehicle and guide. It provides greater flexibility for photography, rest stops, departure times and wildlife interests.

Small-Group Safari

Small-group departures can reduce the cost per person. The vehicle, itinerary and daily schedule are shared with other travellers, and departures are available only on selected dates.

Extend Your Tanzania Holiday

Your journey can be extended with additional wildlife, cultural or beach experiences.

Popular extensions include:

• Extra nights in Serengeti National Park
• Arusha National Park
• Mount Meru
• Kilimanjaro National Park
• Kilimanjaro day trip
• Chemka Hot Spring day tour
• Cultural experience at Lake Eyasi
• Zanzibar Island

Responsible Wildlife Viewing

Gowitos Safaris and Holidays follows national park regulations and responsible wildlife-viewing practices.

Our guides maintain an appropriate distance from animals, avoid blocking their movement and never feed wildlife. Guests should follow their guide’s instructions, remain inside the vehicle unless permitted to leave and avoid making loud noises near animals.

Wildlife sightings are natural and cannot be staged or guaranteed. Patient and respectful viewing creates a better experience while reducing disturbance to animals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is six days enough for a Tanzania safari?

Yes. Six days provide enough time to visit Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro without turning the journey into an excessively rushed itinerary.

Is this a private safari?

The package can be arranged as a private safari with a dedicated vehicle and guide. Small-group departures may also be available.

Can children join the safari?

Yes. Families can request family rooms, child-friendly meals and suitable accommodation. Parents should consider the driving distances when travelling with very young children.

Can I see the Big Five?

Lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards and black rhinoceroses inhabit the Northern Tanzania safari circuit. However, sightings of every species cannot be guaranteed.

Will I see the Great Migration?

The possibility depends on your travel dates and the seasonal location of the herds. The migration moves through different sections of the Serengeti ecosystem throughout the year.

Can I add a balloon safari?

Yes. A sunrise balloon safari can be added during your stay in Serengeti, subject to availability and operating conditions.

What type of vehicle is used?

Game drives are normally conducted in a customised 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof, charging facilities and individual window access.

Can the itinerary be customised?

Yes. Destinations, accommodation, travel dates and optional activities can be adjusted according to your interests and budget.

Can I add Zanzibar after the safari?

Yes. A flight to Zanzibar Island and a beach-holiday extension can be arranged.

Do I need travel insurance?

Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended. It should cover medical treatment, emergency evacuation, trip cancellation, delays and lost luggage.

Book Your Tanzania Wilderness Safari

Experience elephants, big cats, open plains and the remarkable Ngorongoro Crater on this 6 Days Tanzania Wilderness Safari.

Gowitos Safaris and Holidays can customise the package for 2027, 2028 or 2029 according to your travel dates, group size, accommodation preference and budget.

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