Overview
Experience the best of Northern Tanzania on this unforgettable 6-day comfort safari. Explore the iconic landscapes of Serengeti National Park, the Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara National Park, and Tarangire National Park, where you’ll have excellent opportunities to spot the Big Five and a remarkable variety of other wildlife. Travel in a specially designed 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for outstanding game viewing, while expert guides share their knowledge and help you make the most of every wildlife encounter. After each exciting day, unwind in carefully selected comfortable lodges offering exceptional hospitality, quality amenities, and a relaxing atmosphere for a truly memorable safari experience.
Trip Highlights
- Mid-range tour: This mid-range tour uses tented camps and hotels.
- Shared tour: On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 6 people per vehicle.
- Can start any day: If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
- Cannot be customized: The accommodations and destinations of this tour cannot be changed.
- Not for single travelers: Single travelers cannot join this group tour and it requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
- Minimum age of 1 year: The minimum age for this tour is 1 year.
Itinerary
Jambo and welcome to Tanzania!
Your dream adventure starts with a friendly meet-up at Kilimanjaro Airport. You can arrive at any time. Once you're here, our driver will greet you and take you to your booked accommodation in Moshi. On the way, we'll stop to enjoy the stunning view of Mount Kilimanjaro.
If you arrive early, why not take a guided tour to explore Moshi city? The guided city tour will lead you to historical sites such as the local market and an art gallery, all while you shop for your safari essentials (included).
Main Destination:
Moshi (Town)
Accommodation:
Springlands Hotel
Mid-range hotel located in Moshi (Town)
All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Begin the day by heading to Tarangire National Park, a comfortable 2-hour drive on well-maintained tarmac roads. The park derives its name from the Tarangire River, a crucial water source for wildlife in the region during the Dry season, earning it the nickname "river of warthogs". Tarangire is renowned for its elephant families, often congregating by the riverbanks. Keep an eye out for giraffes, bushbucks, and hartebeests, with predators like lions and leopards following closely.
Tarangire boasts an impressive diversity of bird species, making it a haven for birdwatchers. The landscape is dotted with ancient baobab trees, some believed to have stood for over a thousand years. Enjoy a picnic lunch at one of the park's scenic sites. After an exhilarating game drive, you will be transferred to your accommodation near the park, where you can unwind and relish the experiences of the day.
Breakfast will be served at the hotel, lunch at the picnic site, and dinner at the hotel.
Main Destination:
Tarangire National Park
Accommodation:
Highview Hotel
Mid-range hotel located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP
All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
The fascinating adventure will continue to Serengeti National Park. At approximately 7:30 am, our guide will pick you up at your hotel and start your transfer game drive to the park.
Serengeti National Park, located in Tanzania, is renowned for its vast savannahs, diverse wildlife, and the spectacular great migration of wildebeests and zebras. This iconic park offers an unforgettable safari experience, showcasing the untamed beauty of the African wilderness.
Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Serengeti Wildebeest Camps
Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
After a captivating morning, your adventure continues in the awe-inspiring Serengeti National Park. At around 7:30 am, the guide will pick you up from the camp to proceed with a game drive in Serengeti. Soak in the breathtaking landscapes and keep an eye out for wildlife today. You will look for the Big Five animals (lions, rhinos, leopards, buffalos and elephants).
You'll stop at a scenic picnic site within the Serengeti for lunch, allowing you to refuel amidst the natural beauty. The afternoon unfolds with an exhilarating game drive, allowing you to witness the diverse wildlife inhabiting this iconic park.
As the sun sets, we'll head to your comfortable accommodation in the heart of Serengeti. Here, you can relish a delicious dinner and unwind amid this extraordinary natural setting, preparing for an unforgettable overnight stay surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.
Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Serengeti Wilderness Camp
Mid-range tented bush camp located inside Central Serengeti NP
All meals included
Drinks not included
Today, after breakfast, you’ll drive to the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive in the crater. In the afternoon, we will exit the crater and head to our accommodation close to Lake Manyara gate.
Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ngorongoro is the result of a colossal volcanic eruption millions of years ago, forming a crater that plunges 610 meters deep and spans an expansive area of approximately 260 square kilometers. Renowned for its remarkable biodiversity, the crater is home to around 25,000 ungulates, making it a premier destination for game viewing in Tanzania. Within minutes of exploration, expect to encounter a diverse array of wildlife, including wildebeests, zebras, gazelles, elephants, and over 500 species of birds that inhabit this unique ecosystem. With a touch of fortune, catching a glimpse of the endangered black rhino grazing amid the grassy terrain is possible.
Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation:
Highview Hotel
Mid-range hotel located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
After breakfast, you will be met at your accommodation by your safari guide, who will then drive you to Lake Manyara National Park.
The park’s namesake is a shallow salt lake. It covers a large area of the park, floods and dries with the seasons, and is home to thousands of flamingos and over 500 other bird species. During your park explorations, you will see monkeys, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffalos, elephants, and, with some luck, lions lounging in the trees. The park is known for its diverse landscapes. It has grassy plains, primate-filled woodlands, and baobab-dotted cliffs.
We expect to be back at Kilimanjaro Airport around 3:00 pm, although we are flexible.
Main Destination:
Lake Manyara National Park
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
Drinks not included
Includes/Excludes
Cost Includes
- Park fees (For non-residents)
- All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Cost Excludes
- International flights (From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
FAQs
The 6-Day Cultural Experience Tour offers a unique blend of cultural immersion and sightseeing, allowing you to experience Tanzania’s rich traditions, local communities, historical sites, and stunning natural landscapes. You’ll interact with local people, learn about their customs, and enjoy authentic cultural activities.
The 6-Day Cultural Experience Tour may include visits to cultural villages, local markets, heritage sites, and nearby national parks or scenic attractions, depending on the itinerary. Each destination provides a deeper understanding of Tanzania’s diverse cultures and traditions.
The 6-Day Cultural Experience Tour generally includes accommodation, meals as specified in the itinerary, transportation, entrance fees to cultural sites, professional English-speaking guides, and scheduled cultural activities and excursions. Personal expenses, travel insurance, and optional activities are usually excluded.
Yes, the 6-Day Cultural Experience Tour is ideal for couples, families, solo travelers, and first-time visitors. It offers an engaging and educational experience suitable for travelers of all ages who wish to explore Tanzania beyond its wildlife.
The 6-Day Cultural Experience Tour can be enjoyed throughout the year. The best time depends on your preferred weather and activities, but the dry seasons from June to October and January to March generally provide comfortable conditions for sightseeing and cultural visits.
For the 6-Day Cultural Experience Tour, pack lightweight, comfortable clothing, walking shoes, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent, a reusable water bottle, a camera, and any personal medications. Modest clothing is also recommended when visiting local communities and cultural sites.
