6-Day Tanzania Safari: Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Tarangire
Difficulty
easy
Duration
6 days
Fitness Level
Suitable for travelers in average fitness; most activity is vehicle-based with short, gentle walks and getting in/out of safari vehicles.
Overview
Six days of big skies, kopjes, and crater wildlife—this Tanzania circuit stitches Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Tarangire into a compact safari that balances camping with expert guiding. Expect early starts, long drives and some of East Africa’s most reliable game viewing.
6-Day Tanzania Safari: Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Tarangire
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You start before dawn, headlamp blinking as your guide loads the last of the coolers into a steel-green Land Cruiser. The sky over Moshi is a bruise of deep blue that lightens to indigo, and by the time the tarmac gives way to red dust you can feel the country changing: the air grows thinner, the acacias stand like watchful hands, and the land begins to speak in the careful, unhurried language of wildlife.
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Adventure Tips
Rise with the sun
Most key sightings happen at first light; plan to be at the viewing point 30–60 minutes before sunrise for the best light and most animal activity.
Hydrate and layer
Bring a 1–2L reusable water bottle and layer clothing—mornings are cold but midday sun is intense; a light windproof jacket helps in open vehicles.
Protect your camera gear
Dust is constant; keep lenses capped when not shooting and bring a microfiber cloth and a sealed bag for camera storage.
Respect wildlife distance
Stay inside vehicles unless instructed by your guide and avoid sudden movements or loud noises around animals—guides know when to approach or withdraw.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Lion
- African elephant
History
Olduvai Gorge, on the route to Ngorongoro, is a key paleoanthropological site where early human fossils were discovered, linking the parks to human origin stories.
Conservation
The Ngorongoro Conservation Area balances wildlife protection with local Maasai grazing rights; visitors are asked to stick to roads and follow guide instructions to limit disturbance.
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Adventure Hotspots in Moshi
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Binoculars (8x42)
Brings game and distant behavior into clear view without disturbing animals.
Sun hat and sunscreen
Midday sun on the plains is strong—wide-brim protection and SPF 30+ prevent sunburn and fatigue.
summer specific
Light insulating layer
Cool pre-dawn starts and early morning drives require a warm layer you can stow as temperatures rise.
spring specific
Headlamp with red light mode
Useful at campsites for moving after dark without disturbing night vision.