Safari Tour: 6-Day Safari Tanzania – Kilimanjaro to Serengeti Plains - Tanzania Safari Tour
6-Day Tanzania Safari Tour by LION TRACK SAFARI COMPANY
Offered by - LION TRACK SAFARI COMPANY
Tour Features
This 6-day safari journeys from the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro to the endless plains of the Serengeti, combining culture, wildlife, and dramatic scenery. Beginning in West Kilimanjaro with Maasai cultural experiences, the safari continues through Lake Manyara and Karatu before reaching the Serengeti for classic game viewing. The adventure concludes with a descent into the Ngorongoro Crater, offering a rich and diverse Northern Tanzania safari experience.
| Mid-Range tour | This mid-range tour includes comfortable lodges and tented camps. |
| Can be customized | You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour. |
| Private tour | This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others. |
| Solo travel available | Solo travelers can book this tour. |
| Can start any day | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
| No minimum age | There is no minimum age for this tour. |
| Transportation | This tour uses: Pop-up roof 4x4, Overland. |
Route & Activities
Tanzania
Activities Included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
| Day | Accommodation | Meals |
| 1 | Osiligilai Maasai Lodge No images available | Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks |
| 2 | Marera Valley Lodge No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks |
| 3-4 | Suenos de Africa Luxury Camp No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks |
| 5-6 | Mid-Range Accommodation No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks |
Arrival (See Getting There for more details)
- A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Day 1 - Arrival – West Kilimanjaro
Upon arrival, transfer to the West Kilimanjaro region, set against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. The area offers open savannah, acacia woodlands, and sweeping views of Africa’s highest peak. Enjoy a relaxed afternoon with optional nature walks and wildlife sightings around the lodge, including giraffes, antelopes, and birds. As the sun sets, experience the peaceful atmosphere of the Maasai lands.
Main Destination: Mount Kilimanjaro National Park
Accommodation: Osiligilai Maasai Lodge
Meals & Drinks: Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 2 - Cultural Tour – Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, enjoy a cultural experience with local communities, learning about traditional Maasai lifestyles and customs. Continue to Lake Manyara National Park for a game drive through lush groundwater forest and open plains along the lake shore. Wildlife includes elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, hippos, and abundant birdlife. The scenic views of the Great Rift Valley make this day both cultural and wildlife-rich.
Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 3 - Karatu to Serengeti National Park
Depart Karatu in the morning and travel through the Ngorongoro Highlands toward Serengeti National Park. The landscapes change dramatically from farmland to vast open plains. Upon arrival in the Serengeti, enjoy an afternoon game drive in search of lions, cheetahs, elephants, and large herds of herbivores. The day ends with sunset views over the iconic Serengeti savannah.
Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Suenos de Africa Luxury Camp
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 4 - Serengeti National Park
Spend a full day exploring Serengeti National Park with morning and afternoon game drives. The Serengeti is renowned for its high density of wildlife and predator activity, particularly around river systems and open plains. Your guide will track animal movements, offering excellent opportunities for photography and close wildlife encounters. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush before returning to camp in the evening.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation: Suenos de Africa Luxury Camp
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 5 - Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, depart the Serengeti and travel to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a spectacular game drive in this UNESCO World Heritage Site. The crater hosts a dense population of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, and the rare black rhino. After lunch on the crater floor, ascend and drive to Karatu.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 6 - Departure
After breakfast, enjoy a relaxed morning at the lodge before beginning your departure transfer. Depending on your schedule, there may be time for last minute shopping or scenic stops along the way. This marks the end of your unforgettable safari from Kilimanjaro to the Serengeti plains, leaving you with lasting memories of Tanzania’s landscapes, wildlife, and cultures.
Main Destination: Arusha
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch Included with Drinks
End of tour (See Getting There for more details)
- Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
- A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
Excludes
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Rates Per Person
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
*n/a = not available. This tour is unavailable for solo travelers.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
Excludes
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
This tour starts in Arusha and ends in Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
This tour starts in Arusha and ends in Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
Offered By
LION TRACK SAFARI COMPANY
Lion Track Safari Company is a trusted Tanzanian tour operator specializing in tailor made wildlife safaris and immersive travel experiences across East Africa. Based in Arusha, the company delivers high quality, personalized safaris designed to match every traveler’s style whether luxury, adventure, family, or photographic. With expert driver guides, well crafted itineraries, and a strong commitment to conservation and community, Lion Track Safari provides exceptional journeys through iconic destinations like Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire, and Lake Manyara. The company prides itself on professionalism, reliability, and creating unforgettable safari moments that connect guests to the authentic beauty of Tanzania’s wilderness.
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