6-Day Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Safari

Tanzania

Rates From $2,125

About This Tour

Tanzania’s northern circuit offers a rhythmic journey through some of the most iconic wildlife landscapes in East Africa. The experience begins in the baobab-studded plains of Tarangire before moving into the vast, rolling grasslands of the Serengeti. The journey concludes with a descent into the unique ecosystem of the Ngorongoro Crater.

The flow of this safari is designed for travelers who appreciate a steady progression of scenery and wildlife density. Mornings are spent on game drives across open plains, while afternoons allow for a transition to new landscapes. The pace is balanced to ensure deep immersion in each park without feeling rushed.

Guests can expect a reliable and comfortable introduction to Tanzania’s natural heritage. The trip suits first-time safari-goers, families, and couples looking for a classic bush experience. Every transition is managed to maintain a sense of calm and ease throughout the journey

Our Community Impact

Johnbow prioritizes partnerships with lodges that provide direct employment to local communities in Tarangire and the Serengeti. These partnerships help support local economies and ensure that tourism benefits the people living near these conservation areas. We choose collaborators who value fair labor practices and community growth.

Our Sustainability Promise

We focus on responsible travel by working with tented camps that use solar power and minimize waste. Our operations prioritize the protection of the delicate ecosystems within the Ngorongoro Conservancy and National Parks. We encourage a low-impact presence to preserve these landscapes for future generations.

Why This Safari Works

The itinerary follows a logical route that builds in excitement, starting with the quiet charm of Tarangire and peaking in the Serengeti. This structure manages energy levels well by spacing out the longer drives between the major parks. It avoids travel fatigue by using strategically located luxury tented camps that reduce commute times to game-viewing areas. The mix of diverse habitats ensures a wide variety of wildlife encounters in a short timeframe. This works best for travelers who want a high-value, comprehensive northern Tanzania circuit.

Your Trip at a Glance

A snapshot of your entire experience, from key highlights to where you'll stay and what to expect each day.

  • 4x4 Land Cruiser
  • Big Five Experience
  • Children Allowed
  • Couple
  • Cultural Visits
  • Family
  • Friends
  • Full Board
  • Game Drives
  • Great Migration
  • Hot Air Balloon Safari
  • Open Safari Vehicle
  • Photography Safaris
  • Private Safari
  • Road Transfer

Trip Summary

  • Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
  • Day 2: Tarangire National Park to Serengeti National Park
  • Day 3: Full Day in Serengeti National Park
  • Day 4: Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Conservancy
  • Day 5: Ngorongoro to Arusha
  • Day 6: Departure

Destinations

  • Tarangire National Park
  • Serengeti National Park
  • Ngorongoro Conservancy
  • Arusha

Where You Stay

  • Tarangire Pure Luxury Tented Camp – 1 Night
  • Serengeti Pure Tented Camp – 2 Nights
  • Rhino Lodge, Ngorongoro – 1 Night
  • The Outpost Lodge, Arusha – 1 Night

Safari Highlights

  • Ancient baobab trees in Tarangire
  • Large elephant herds near the Tarangire River
  • Endless golden plains of the Serengeti
  • Iconic granite kopjes rising from the grass
  • Sunset views over the Serengeti horizon
  • Early morning descent into Ngorongoro Crater
  • High concentrations of wildlife in the caldera
  • Quiet evenings in luxury tented camps

Featured Destinations

Where You Stay

Route Map

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Ngorongoro Lion's Paw

Itinerary Highlights

  • Elephant sightings by the river

  • Towering baobab tree landscapes

Itinerary information

The journey leaves the bustle of Arusha for the quiet, ancient landscapes of Tarangire National Park. The drive transitions into plains dotted with massive baobab trees and wandering elephant herds. Guests spend the afternoon observing wildlife drawn to the Tarangire River’s permanent water source. The evening is spent at a luxury tented camp under the stars.

  • Meals: Lunch and Dinner
  • Accommodation: Tarangire Pure Luxury Tented Camp

Itinerary Highlights

  • Scenic drive through the highlands

  • Arrival in the vast Serengeti plains

Itinerary information

The route moves northwest, climbing through the lush highlands toward the Serengeti. The landscape opens up into the world-famous endless plains as you enter the park gates. Game viewing begins immediately upon entry, following the natural movement of the herds. The day ends with a peaceful arrival at a central Serengeti camp.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Accommodation: Serengeti Pure Tented Camp

Itinerary Highlights

  • Morning and afternoon game drives

  • Vast horizons and predator sightings

Itinerary information

A full day is dedicated to exploring the different regions of the Serengeti. The morning light offers the best opportunities for spotting big cats on the hunt or resting on kopjes. The afternoon provides a steady rhythm of wildlife observation across the open grasslands. This day allows for a deep connection with the untamed spirit of the wild.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Accommodation: Serengeti Pure Tented Camp

Itinerary Highlights

  • Final Serengeti morning drive

  • Edge of the Ngorongoro Crater

Itinerary information

The morning features a final game drive through the Serengeti as the journey moves toward the Ngorongoro highlands. The air grows cooler as the vehicle ascends the crater rim. Guests reach the lodge in time to enjoy the dramatic views over the ancient caldera. The evening is quiet, preparing for the early descent the following day.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Accommodation: Rhino Lodge

Itinerary Highlights

  • Crater floor wildlife exploration

  • Return to Arusha for the night

Itinerary information

The day begins with an early descent into the Ngorongoro Crater floor for a dense wildlife experience. The unique ecosystem hosts a high concentration of animals, including the rare black rhino. After a morning of exploration, the journey climbs back out and heads toward Arusha. The evening is spent in a comfortable lodge, reflecting on the week’s journey.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Accommodation: The Outpost Lodge

Itinerary Highlights

  • Final breakfast in Tanzania

  • Airport transfer for onward travel

Itinerary information

The safari concludes with a relaxed morning at the lodge in Arusha. A private transfer is arranged to take guests to the airport for their departing flights. The drive through the city offers a final glimpse of Tanzanian life before the journey ends.

  • Meals: Breakfast
  • Accommodation: N/A

JohnBow Safari Expert Insight

❝ We designed this itinerary to showcase the diverse beauty of Northern Tanzania, ensuring a smooth and comfortable flow between three world-class wildlife destinations for our guests. ❞

~JohnBow Safari Expert Team

Rates

Competitive rates for unforgettable experiences

SeasonDate Range2 Guests4 Guests6 Guests
Shoulder SeasonJan – March, 1 Nov – 31 Dec, 2026$4,355$2,675$2,125

Important Rate Notes

  • Rates are subject to park fee increases beyond our control.
  • Similar standard lodges may be offered if the listed ones are unavailable.
  • Child policies vary by lodge and will be confirmed at the time of booking.
  • Internal flight timings and luggage limits are strictly enforced on small aircraft.

What's Included

  • 6 Days 5 nights accommodation as listed
  • Transport in a private 4x4 Land Cruiser
  • Game drives as per the itinerary
  • All airport and ground transfers
  • Full Board meal plan at safari lodges
  • All national park and conservancy entrance fees
  • Professional English-speaking driver guide
  • Complimentary bottled drinking water in the vehicle

Optional Addons

  • Serengeti Hot Air Balloon Safari
  • Olduvai Gorge visit
  • Maasai Village cultural tour
  • Extra night in Arusha or Zanzibar extension

What's Not Included

  • International flight tickets
  • Tanzania entry visa fees
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Laundry and drinks not in the meal plan
  • Travel and medical insurance
  • Tips for driver guides and lodge staff

Ready to start planning your Safari? Tell us your travel dates, who you are traveling with, and what matters most to you.

Frequently Asked Questions

This circuit is rewarding year-round, but June to October offers the best wildlife viewing as animals gather near water sources.
The longest drive is typically between Tarangire and the Serengeti, which can take about 4 to 5 hours with game viewing along the way.
Yes, we can adjust the accommodation to higher or lower tiers based on your preferences and budget.

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Great planning and communication. My trips have been smooth. All expectations met 💯
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Our driver, Patrick, made the experience even more special with his outgoing personality and his knowledge of each park. He always made certain that he positioned his vehicle just right so we could get a perfect photo. He shared a lot about African culture an answered our questions. His keen eye spotted a cheetah from a long distance and we experienced the animal stalk and catch his prey (only to have a hyena steal it from him at the end). The accommodations were excellent at Massai Mara but were a bit too primitive at Amboseli. The large openings between the sleeping area and the bathroom brought way too many bugs into the tent. Wonderful memories of the entire experience!! We hope to come back next year and Patrick will be our choice of guide.
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Wonderful team, very warm, helpful and well coordinated!
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I recently booked my 1st trip with Johnbow Tours and Travel and it was an outstanding experience from the start to finish. The team was professional, well-organised, helpful and incredibly friendly. Transfer to my hotel room and back was handled smoothly allowing us to relax and enjoy our journey. The fact that they allow lipa mdogo mdogo was not overwhelming paying for the package...I can't wait to book again with Johnbow 😊
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Jonbow has offers seamless travel service with a personal touch.
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Safaris de 5 jours depart Nairobi et arrivée à Diani beach Visite des parcs d’amboseli, tsavo ouest et est , t.hills Découverte d une faune magnifique Notre chauffeur Chombo a tout fait pour rechercher les animaux et il était à notre écoute ! Dépaysement total garanti Les hôtels étaient tout confort avec des conditions d’alimentation en eau et électricité précaire ! Nous remercions vraiment Morris et Chombo pour ce magnifique Safari
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Excellent services, the team was friendly, efficient and went above and beyond to meet my need.Their service was prompt and effective. I highly recommend
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We had a two day tour with Johnbow Tours & Travel to Tsavo West. The park itself is not that good to be honest, but we stayed at Salt Lick lodge and that was amazing. The animals are coming so close to the lodge, it is really beautiful to see. The driver Pius was also really nice and he had a lot of knowledge about the animals. I have been in contact with Morris and that was also really pleasant because of the arrangement we had.
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As a team of 12pax..we had an exceptional good experience with the Johnbow team. Well informed and humble team who contributed a lot to an enjoyable trip and creating memories.
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Customer Servive Customer service was great!Communication was timely and effective especially as there were some flight changes.Either way the bookings were perfect, customer service was exceptional and we even got a treat for our anniversary, at no extra costElijah and Sam were very helpful.
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Exceptional Experience with Johnbow Tours and Travel! I had an unforgettable trip to Bali and Thailand, the guides were amazing, the places beautiful and the itinerary on point. Bali has very many temples and beautiful rice terraces, the swings and sunset views unforgettable. thank you Johnbow for the tour.
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Memorable Safari with a Great Team and Guide We had a really good experience with Johnbow Tours during our Kenya safari. Morris, our main point of contact, was communicative and professional throughout. He stayed in touch via WhatsApp both before and during the trip, answering all our questions quickly and clearly, which gave us a lot of confidence going in.The pricing felt fair for what we received, and the Land Cruiser was comfortable, especially considering the long drives. They also provided snacks at the start of the trip upon request, which was thoughtful.Our guide, Paul, was very knowledgeable. He had a sharp eye for spotting animals and shared interesting facts about everything we saw. We had plenty of game drives and were lucky to spot a wide variety of wildlife.The only small issue was around water. We had been told water would be included throughout, but at a couple of the lodges, we were charged for drinking water, tea, or coffee during meals. It wasn’t a big deal, but having clarity on that from the start would’ve been helpful.Overall, it was a smooth and enjoyable safari. The team was dependable, the schedule was well planned, and we felt taken care of from start to finish. I’d absolutely recommend Johnbow to anyone planning a private safari in Kenya.
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A great experience, a must for everyone who reads this Jonbow, our driver who has the same name as the agency, took very good care of us. He was on time for the appointment. Once on the road he was super attentive. In the park he was always the first to spot the game. He gave us very good explanations about all the animals we saw. No effort was too much to make us spot all the game. Super friendly and helpful guy. He operates from Mombasa/Diani Beach. He made sure that our safari will remain unforgettable.
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Dubai tour 2024 was a birthday gift to my son who turned lucky number seven. I writing to thank you for coordinating our trip to UAE, dubai. Everything was perfect; the flight, the hotel was clean and all staff were friendly and professional. Special thanks to Mary Gathua as she was the one who coordinated everything for us.The tour guides were excellent! They made things as easy for us as possible. I really appreciate these and that indicate the quality services that they provide.We had dubai town tour and our guide, Mr. Albert did exceptionally well. We learnt about the origin of UAE and the important features in dubai. We had dhow cruise with dinner, and the dessert safari with dinner.Desert safari was the best of the trip (the driver , Mr . Zaheer was very professional, and the overall experience was thrilling and amazing). The desert safari remains in my priority to do list when I visit dubai next.I would certainly recommend Johnbow Tours and travel to anyone wanting to visit Dubai. Thank you again and look forward to plan our next vacation with you.
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Awesome Best tour company ..travelled to Dubai in Emirates .Booked the best hotel in Dubai..Johnbow staff are friendly and accommodatve I rate them10/10 they're affordable too .
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Superb service Happy New Year! Eunice managed our travel plans superbly, and I’m grateful. Our stay at Pride Inn was delightful; the staff’s service, food, attention, and entertainment made our holiday special and memorable. Thanks again for your excellent services.
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Efficient Eunice of John Bow ,was pretty helpful from getting us a hotel to SGR tickets, and transfers to the hotel.She also called to ensure we arrived safely.I loved the seamless process and especially because we chat on whatsapp mostly. Johnbow tours keep their word! I would choose them again.
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Awesome experience This travel company was very efficient. I engaged them on whatsapp in the morning and by afternoon they had finalised everything including the sgr tickets. Their staff Eunice was readily available even at night because we did night travel. And early morning at 4 am, she called to find out if the driver had picked us. I would recommend them anytime
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It was a time of relaxation and fun. The trip was well planned from Nairobi to Maasai Mara. We had so much fun and took so many photos. We saw lions, cheetahs, elephants and other animals. If we could do it again, we would still chose Johnbow tours and travel.
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