6 Days Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater & Serengeti Safari
Experience the ultimate Northern Tanzania safari adventure on this 6 Days Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater & Serengeti Safari. This exciting journey combines three of Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations, offering incredible game viewing, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable encounters with Africa’s legendary wildlife.
Safari Overview
Experience the ultimate Northern Tanzania safari adventure on this 6 Days Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater & Serengeti Safari. This exciting journey combines three of Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations, offering incredible game viewing, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable encounters with Africa’s legendary wildlife.
Explore the lush forests and soda lake of Lake Manyara National Park, discover the wildlife-rich plains of Serengeti National Park, and descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, one of the world’s most remarkable natural wonders. This safari provides excellent opportunities to spot the Big Five, witness diverse ecosystems, and immerse yourself in Tanzania’s unparalleled natural beauty.
Safari Highlights
- Explore the scenic Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions.
- Experience thrilling game drives in the world-renowned Serengeti National Park.
- Descend into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Excellent opportunities to spot the Big Five.
- Discover diverse wildlife habitats and stunning landscapes.
- Observe lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, and hippos.
- Opportunity to witness the Great Migration (seasonal).
- Professional safari guide and customized 4×4 safari vehicle.
- Ideal safari for wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, and adventure seekers.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arusha – Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, depart from Arusha and drive to Lake Manyara National Park, located beneath the dramatic Great Rift Valley Escarpment.
Enjoy an afternoon game drive through the park’s diverse habitats, including lush groundwater forests, open plains, and the alkaline lake. Search for elephants, giraffes, zebras, baboons, hippos, and the park’s famous tree-climbing lions.
Meals:
- Lunch
- Dinner
Overnight:
- Lodge or Tented Camp near Lake Manyara
Day 2: Lake Manyara – Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, depart for the world-famous Serengeti National Park, passing through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Arrive in the Serengeti in time for lunch before embarking on an afternoon game drive. Explore the endless plains and encounter abundant wildlife including lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and antelope species.
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Overnight:
- Lodge or Tented Camp in Serengeti
Day 3: Full-Day Serengeti National Park
Spend a full day exploring the vast plains of the Serengeti National Park. Morning and afternoon game drives provide excellent opportunities to observe predators and herbivores in their natural habitat.
Depending on the season, witness part of the spectacular Great Migration, one of the most extraordinary wildlife events on Earth.
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Picnic Lunch
- Dinner
Overnight:
- Lodge or Tented Camp in Serengeti
Day 4: Full-Day Serengeti National Park
Enjoy another exciting day in the Serengeti with extensive game drives across different areas of the park.
Search for leopards resting in acacia trees, cheetahs scanning the plains, large lion prides, elephants, and numerous other wildlife species. This additional day allows for a deeper exploration of the Serengeti ecosystem and increased wildlife viewing opportunities.
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Picnic Lunch
- Dinner
Overnight:
- Lodge or Tented Camp in Serengeti
Day 5: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in the Serengeti before departing for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Arrive at the crater rim in the afternoon and enjoy breathtaking views over the vast caldera. Spend the remainder of the day relaxing at your lodge while taking in the stunning scenery.
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Overnight:
- Lodge or Camp at Ngorongoro
Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive – Arusha
After an early breakfast, descend approximately 600 meters into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive.
The crater floor supports one of Africa’s densest wildlife populations, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, hyenas, and the endangered black rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch near a hippo pool before ascending the crater and returning to Arusha.
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Picnic Lunch
- Airport transfers (where applicable)
- Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Lake Manyara National Park entry fees
- Serengeti National Park entry fees
- Ngorongoro Conservation Area fees
- Ngorongoro Crater service fees
- Accommodation as specified in the itinerary
- Meals as indicated in the itinerary
- Bottled drinking water during safari
- All scheduled game drives
- Government taxes and levies
- International and domestic flights
- Tanzania visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities
- Tips and gratuities
- Laundry services
- Items of personal nature
- Any services not specifically mentioned
Why Choose Simian Safaris?
- Professional and experienced safari guides
- Customized and private safari options
- Comfortable and well-maintained safari vehicles
- Competitive rates with excellent service
- Reliable airport and hotel transfers
- Memorable wildlife experiences tailored to your interests