6-Day Midrange Tanzania Safari: Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Lake Manyara Wildlife Adventure

Welcome to Tanzania! Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), where your trusted Pita Safaris driver-guide greets you with a warm smile and a cheerful karibu sana—Swahili for “you’re very welcome.” Begin your Northern Tanzania safari adventure with a scenic transfer to Arusha, a charming town beneath Mount Meru and the gateway to Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Lake Manyara wildlife circuits. Along the way, admire lush banana plantations, coffee farms, and East Africa’s striking red landscapes.

Check in at Kibo Palace Hotel, a serene midrange lodge with private ensuite rooms, tropical gardens, a sparkling pool, and relaxing ambiance. Depending on your arrival time, explore Arusha’s craft markets, local cafés, or unwind with a refreshing drink. In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner and meet your professional safari guide for a briefing on your upcoming wildlife adventure.

Travel Tip: Visit Arusha’s Maasai Market for unique handcrafted souvenirs supporting local artisans.
- Rest well—your Tanzania safari adventure begins tomorrow.

Distance: ~55 km | Drive Time: ~1 hour

After breakfast, depart for Serengeti National Park, Tanzania’s crown jewel and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Journey through rolling highlands, traditional Maasai villages, and vibrant rural landscapes. Pause at the Ngorongoro Crater viewpoint for breathtaking photos before entering the endless Serengeti plains.

Enjoy an en-route game drive, spotting elephants, giraffes, zebras, and possibly lions or cheetahs along the way. Check in at Serengeti Heritage Camp, a midrange tented lodge offering authentic safari ambiance combined with comfort.

Safari Moment: Watch the sun set behind acacia trees as Serengeti comes alive with wildlife sounds.
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Distance: ~335 km | Drive Time: ~7–8 hours (with stops)

Rise early for a full-day safari in Seronera Valley, home to the Big Five and diverse African wildlife. Your expert Pita Safaris guide tracks recent sightings to maximize your chances of encountering lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and black rhinos.

Explore riverine forests, open grasslands, and granite kopjes, pausing for a bush picnic under a shady acacia. Continue game drives into the afternoon before returning to camp for dinner and stories around the fire.

Photography Tip: Capture golden morning and late-afternoon light for dramatic wildlife shots.
- Dreaming of the Big Five in Serengeti National Park? Pita Safaris delivers unforgettable wildlife encounters.

Start your day with an optional sunrise game drive—prime time to witness predators in action. For a once-in-a-lifetime experience, upgrade to a Serengeti hot air balloon safari, floating over the endless plains with a champagne bush breakfast in the wild.

Spend the day exploring hidden wildlife spots, hippo pools, and predator territories. Your guide tailors the experience to your interests before returning to camp for dinner under the stars.

Bonus Experience: Balloon rides provide an unmatched aerial perspective of Tanzania’s wildlife-rich landscapes.
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After a final morning game drive, depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, transitioning from Serengeti’s open plains to misty highlands. Stop at scenic viewpoints and admire Maasai homesteads along the way.

Check in at Ang’ata Ngorongoro Camp, a cozy tented retreat near the crater rim with panoramic views and cool highland air. Relax, enjoy a nature walk, or sip tea while soaking in breathtaking scenery. Dinner is served in the camp’s mess tent.

Did You Know? Ngorongoro Crater is home to nearly 25,000 animals, making it one of Africa’s richest wildlife areas.
- Sleep near one of Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations in comfort and style.

Distance: ~145 km | Drive Time: ~4–5 hours

Rise early and descend 600 meters into Ngorongoro Crater, Africa’s “Eden.” Spot lions, zebras, elephants, flamingos, hyenas, and possibly the endangered black rhino.

Enjoy a picnic lunch by a hippo pool, then ascend the crater and transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport. Optional Arusha accommodation can be arranged for next-day flights.

Safari Reflection: From Serengeti’s predators to Ngorongoro’s crater wonders, this 6-day Tanzania safari immerses you in authentic East Africa wildlife and landscapes.
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Distance: ~260 km | Drive Time: ~5 hours