Classic Tanzania Safari Experience
Offered by - TAKEOFF TANZANIA SAFARIS
Tour Features
This 6 day safari is the perfect introduction to Tanzania’s premier parks, designed for those who want a well-rounded taste of the country incredible landscapes and wildlife. Starting directly from the airport, you’ll visit Lake Manyara, explore the sweeping plains of the Serengeti, witness the natural wonder of the Ngorongoro Crater, and end with the elephant-rich Tarangire National Park. Each day brings something unique, from tree-climbing lions to endless plains and breathtaking crater views.
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. |
Not for solo travelers | Solo travelers cannot book this tour. |
Can start any day | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
Minimum age required | The minimum age for this tour is 5 years. |
Transportation | This tour uses: Pop-up roof 4x4. |
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 |
Day 1 to 1 | Mount Meru Hotel No images available | Meals & Drinks at own expense |
Day 2 to 2 | Africa Safari Karatu (Safari Comfort Bungalow) No images available | All Meals Included |
Day 3 to 3 -Day 4 to 4 | Into Wild Africa Tented Camp No images available | All Meals Included |
Day 5 to 5 | Marera Valley Lodge No images available | All Meals Included |
Day 6 to 6 | Mid-Range Accommodation No images available | Breakfast & Lunch Included |
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 Day 1 to 1 - Arrival in ArushaWelcome to Tanzania! Upon landing at Kilimanjaro International Airport, your dedicated guide will meet you and transfer you to the serene Mount Meru Hotel. Take the evening to relax amidst the lush greenery, soaking in the calm before your safari begins.
Main Destination: Arusha
Accommodation: Mount Meru Hotel
Meals & Drinks: Meals & Drinks at own expense
- Day Day 2 to 2 - Safari Lake Manyara National ParkIn the morning, you will be picked up from your lodgings in Arusha by our personal safari guide. You’ll then drive directly to Lake Manyara National Park, a scenic journey through the lush landscapes of Tanzania’s Great Rift Valley. Drive Time: About 1.5 to 2 hours from Arusha Airport to Lake Manyara. Late Morning, Enter Lake Manyara National Park Known for its diverse ecosystems and famous tree-climbing lions, Lake Manyara is a birder’s paradise and offers a unique start to your safari. The park is home to elephants, hippos, baboons, and a rich bird population, including flamingos along the lake’s shores. Lunch: Picnic at a Scenic Spot in the Park You’ll enjoy a packed picnic lunch at a designated spot, taking in views of the Rift Valley escarpment and wildlife around the lake. Afternoon: Continue exploring Lake Manyara’s varied landscapes and wildlife, from forests to open plains and marshlands. As the day winds down, you’ll leave the park and head to your nearby lodge.
Main Destination: Lake Manyara National Park
Accommodation: Africa Safari Karatu (Safari Comfort Bungalow)
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day Day 3 to 3 - Safari Serengeti National ParkAfter breakfast, set off toward the legendary Serengeti, passing through beautiful countryside and Maasai communities. Your journey gives you a sense of Tanzania’s vastness and natural beauty. Drive Time: Approximately 4 to 5 hours from Lake Manyara to Serengeti. Late Morning: Enter Serengeti National Park with its endless plains, is a paradise for wildlife enthusiasts. Known for the Great Migration and incredible predator-prey interactions, the Serengeti is home to lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, and more. You’ll dive into a game drive upon arrival, with your guide helping you spot some of the park’s iconic animals. Lunch: Picnic in the Serengeti Enjoy a packed lunch in a shaded spot, surrounded by the vast Serengeti landscape. Afternoon: Game Drive & Evening Transfer to Camp Continue your exploration, with opportunities to see herds of wildebeest, zebras, and maybe a hunting predator. As the sun sets, you’ll arrive at your camp, where you can relax under the African night sky.
Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Into Wild Africa Tented Camp
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day Day 4 to 4 - Full game drive in Serengeti National ParkToday is dedicated entirely to the Serengeti! With a full day of game drives, you’ll have the chance to explore different areas of the park, seeking out predators like lions and leopards, grazing herbivores, and beautiful birdlife. Your guide will help customize the day based on animal activity and your preferences, so you get the most out of this time in the Serengeti. Lunch: Picnic in the Park Midday, you’ll break for a picnic lunch, perhaps near a hippo pool or a shaded spot with panoramic views of the plains. Afternoon: Continued Exploration Continue spotting animals, photographing the landscapes, and learning about the Serengeti’s ecosystem from your guide. As evening approaches, you’ll return to camp, ending your day with dinner and stories by the campfire.
Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Into Wild Africa Tented Camp
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day Day 5 to 5 - Discover the Ngorongoro CraterEarly Morning, after breakfast, set off for the stunning Ngorongoro Crater, often called the "Eighth Wonder of the World is home to incredible wildlife, including the Big Five lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and the rare black rhino. Descend into the crater for a half-day safari, where you’ll explore its lush landscape, spot flamingos by the lake, and encounter a wide variety of animals. Game drive to catch the animals at their most active before the day heats up. Lunch: Picnic on the Crater Floor Enjoy a picnic lunch within the crater, surrounded by the stunning landscape and abundant wildlife.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
- Day Day 6 to 6 - Safari Tarangire National ParkAfter breakfast, set off for Tarangire National Park, where vast elephant herds, iconic baobab trees, and diverse wildlife await. Drive Time: Approximately 1.5 to 2 hours from Ngorongoro to Tarangire-Morning: Game Drive in Tarangire National ParkTarangire is a hidden gem known for its river-based ecosystems, particularly rich in elephants, zebras, lions, and various bird species. Your guide will lead you through the park, stopping at prime wildlife viewing points. Lunch: Picnic in Tarangire enjoy a picnic lunch in a scenic spot within Tarangire, surrounded by the park’s peaceful, wild atmosphere. Afternoon: Final Game Drive & Transfer Back to Arusha or Airport After your last game drive, you’ll make your way back to Arusha or the airport for your departure, wrapping up a memorable safari through Tanzania’s top parks.
Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & Lunch Included
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, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025
*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 Arusha, 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 Arusha, 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

TAKEOFF TANZANIA SAFARIS

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