Day 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park

Pickup from Arusha hotel or Kilimanjaro International Airport in the morning. Drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant herds, seasonal river, and iconic baobab trees.

Enjoy an afternoon game drive, spotting wildlife including:

• Elephants and large herds of plains game

• Lions and leopards in their natural habitats

• Zebras, wildebeest, and giraffes

• Birds such as hornbills and eagles

Settle into your tented camp, and enjoy dinner around a campfire under the African stars.

Overnight: Camping tent inside Tarangire National Park
Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Highlight: Sleep safely in the wilderness while surrounded by wildlife sounds for a true African safari experience.

Day 2: Tarangire – Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive in Tarangire to spot wildlife you may have missed.

Drive to Lake Manyara National Park, famous for:

• Tree-climbing lions

• Flamingos along the lake

• Elephants, baboons, and other forest wildlife

Enjoy a short game drive and picnic lunch, then transfer to a tented camp near Lake Manyara for dinner and relaxation.

Overnight: Camping tent near Lake Manyara National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Highlight: Experience both savannah and forest habitats in one day for a diverse wildlife adventure.

Day 3: Lake Manyara – Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, drive through the Ngorongoro Highlands, enjoying scenic landscapes and optional Maasai village visits to learn about traditional culture and crafts.

Arrive in Serengeti National Park for an afternoon game drive, witnessing:

• Lions, leopards, and cheetahs

• Wildebeest and zebra herds

• Elephants, giraffes, and buffaloes

Settle into your tented camp inside Serengeti, with dinner under the stars.

Overnight: Camping tent inside Serengeti National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Highlight: Witness your first Serengeti plains sunset and get a sense of the vastness of the park.

Day 4: Serengeti – Full-Day Game Drives

Spend a full day exploring Serengeti National Park, combining morning and afternoon game drives to maximize wildlife encounters.

Wildlife highlights:

• Predators including lions, cheetahs, and leopards stalking herds

• Wildebeest and zebra herds moving across the plains

• Elephants, giraffes, and buffaloes

• Birdwatching along the savannah

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park, and continue game drives in search of high predator activity and scenic locations.

Overnight: Camping tent inside Serengeti National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Photography Tip: The Serengeti plains provide excellent opportunities for sunrise and sunset wildlife photography.

Day 5: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater Rim

After breakfast, depart Serengeti and drive toward Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Optional Maasai village visit allows travelers to learn about local culture, see traditional crafts, and interact safely with the Maasai people.

Arrive at a tented camp or lodge near the Ngorongoro Crater rim, then enjoy an afternoon crater rim drive for panoramic views and wildlife spotting.

Wildlife highlights:

• Lions, elephants, buffaloes, and flamingos

• Possible rare sightings of black rhinos

Overnight: Tented camp or lodge near Ngorongoro Crater
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Tip: Sunset over the crater rim provides breathtaking photography opportunities.

Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha Departure

After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive.

Wildlife highlights:

• Dense populations of lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, and flamingos

• Rare sightings of black rhinos

• Hippos in crater lakes

• Scenic landscapes of the crater floor

After the game drive, return to Arusha for departure, concluding your 6-day camping safari full of wildlife encounters, scenic landscapes, and unforgettable wilderness experiences.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch