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6-Day Tanzania Safari & Cultural Tour from Zanzibar
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6-Day Tanzania Safari & Cultural Tour from Zanzibar

A 6-day journey combining Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara National Park and Mount Kilimanjaro.

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Duration6 Days / 5 Nights
DestinationsNgorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara National Park, Mount Kilimanjaro
Starting fromTailored quote
Overview

About this safari

A 6-day journey combining Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara National Park and Mount Kilimanjaro. Combine wildlife drives with locally guided cultural visits suited to the route and available time.

This 6 days / 5 nights private safari starts in Zanzibar and takes you to Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara National Park, Mount Kilimanjaro. Your own vehicle and guide set the pace, and every stay and transfer is confirmed around your dates.

Start / endZanzibar → Zanzibar
TravellingPrivate vehicle & guide
StaysMid-range or luxury
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Safari snapshot

A quick look at the route, day by day.

Day-by-day safari summary
DayPlaceHighlightsHotel options
Day 1From Zanzibar to Arusha National ParkFlight from Zanzibar · Picnic lunch · Arusha national park game drive · Walking safariTULIA BOUTIQUE
Day 2From Arusha to Lake Manyara National ParkGame drive at lake manyaraKankari Lodge
Day 3Ngorongoro Crater - Full Day Game DriveEarly game drive at Ngorongoro crater · Picnic lunchMawe Mawe
Day 4From Mto wa Mbu Town to Tarangire National ParkTarangire National Park safari Scenic game drives · Picnic lunchSuricata boma lodge
Day 5Tarangire National Park then ArushaTarangire National Park safari Scenic game drives · Picnic lunchTULIA BOUTIQUE
Day 6Materuni Cultural Tour – Return to ZanzibarMateruni waterfalls · Return flight to ZanzibarDeparture

Ways to customise this trip

  • Add a night in the bush, a cultural visit or a balloon flight
  • Upgrade your stays or finish with beach time in Zanzibar
Customise this trip
Where you go

Route

1Arusha National Park2Lake Manyara3Ngorongoro Crater4Tarangire6Materuni
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
  1. Day 1Arusha National Park
  2. Day 2Lake Manyara
  3. Day 3Ngorongoro Crater
  4. Day 4Tarangire
  5. Day 5Tarangire
  6. Day 6Materuni

Day by day

Here is how the days run. We can adjust the route around your dates and the pace you want.

1Day 1From Zanzibar to Arusha National ParkTULIA BOUTIQUE / Lunch, Dinner
Arusha National Park

Explore Arusha National Park’s woodland and lake scenery, with wildlife stops along the planned game-drive route. The programme also includes a guided walking activity where scheduled park arrangements permit. The day connects Zanzibar with Arusha National Park using the scheduled domestic flight and ground arrangements.

Main stop
Arusha National Park
Accommodation
TULIA BOUTIQUE
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
Activities
Flight from Zanzibar · Picnic lunch · Arusha national park game drive · Walking safari
Accommodation · Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa
Arusha City landscape
Tulia Boutique Hotel & SpaBoutique hotel / Mid-range / Arusha CityView accommodation
2Day 2From Arusha to Lake Manyara National ParkKankari Lodge / Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Lake Manyara National Park

Look for wildlife and birds as the game drive moves between Lake Manyara’s forest habitats and lakeside landscapes. The route continues from Arusha towards Lake Manyara National Park, with transfer timing coordinated around the activities.

Main stop
Lake Manyara National Park
Accommodation
Kankari Lodge
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Activities
Game drive at lake manyara
Accommodation · Kankari Lodge
Ngorongoro Crater landscape
Kankari LodgeSafari lodge / Mid-range / Ngorongoro CraterView accommodation
3Day 3Ngorongoro Crater - Full Day Game DriveMawe Mawe / Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Ngorongoro Crater

Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for wildlife viewing across the basin’s grasslands, wetlands and lake margins.

Main stop
Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation
Mawe Mawe
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Activities
Early game drive at Ngorongoro crater · Picnic lunch
Accommodation · Mawe Mawe Manyara Lodge
Karatu landscape
Mawe Mawe Manyara LodgeSafari lodge / Luxury / KaratuView accommodation
4Day 4From Mto wa Mbu Town to Tarangire National ParkSuricata boma lodge / Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Tarangire National Park

Explore Tarangire by safari vehicle, looking across the river corridors and baobab woodland for wildlife. The route continues from Mto wa Mbu towards Tarangire National Park, with transfer timing coordinated around the activities.

Main stop
Tarangire National Park
Accommodation
Suricata boma lodge
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Activities
Tarangire National Park safari Scenic game drives · Picnic lunch
Accommodation · Suricata Boma Lodge
Mto wa Mbu landscape
Suricata Boma LodgeSafari lodge / Mid-range / Mto wa MbuView accommodation
5Day 5Tarangire National Park then ArushaTULIA BOUTIQUE / Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Tarangire National Park

Explore Tarangire by safari vehicle, looking across the river corridors and baobab woodland for wildlife. The route continues from Tarangire National Park towards Arusha, with transfer timing coordinated around the activities.

Main stop
Tarangire National Park
Accommodation
TULIA BOUTIQUE
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Activities
Tarangire National Park safari Scenic game drives · Picnic lunch
Accommodation · Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa
Arusha City landscape
Tulia Boutique Hotel & SpaBoutique hotel / Mid-range / Arusha CityView accommodation
6Day 6Materuni Cultural Tour – Return to ZanzibarBreakfast, Lunch
Materuni

Visit the Materuni area in the Kilimanjaro foothills for the scheduled village and waterfall outing. A coffee activity introduces local growing and preparation methods before the onward connection. After the activities, complete the planned transfers and flight connection back to Zanzibar.

Main stop
Materuni
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Activities
Materuni waterfalls · Return flight to Zanzibar

Accommodation

Where you stay on this trip. We can move the comfort level up or down when we plan your dates.

Tour rates

Your price depends on your dates, group size and the stays you choose. We confirm it in writing once we have checked availability.

Travel styleWhat changesPrice
Mid-rangeComfortable lodges and tented camps, well placed for the parksOn request
LuxurySmaller, more private camps with extra space and serviceOn request

Prices are per person and assume shared rooms. Season, park fees, group size, flights and lodge availability all affect the final quote.

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What’s included

Included

  • A detailed proposal will confirm the vehicle, guide, accommodation, meals and park fees included in your chosen arrangement.

Not included

  • International flights, visas and travel insurance unless explicitly stated.
  • Optional activities and personal expenses not listed in the confirmed proposal.
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Frequently asked questions

  1. Can this 6 days / 5 nights itinerary be changed?

    Yes. We can review your dates, daily pace, room preferences and interests, then build a specific proposal. Changes to flights, activities or park nights may affect cost and availability.

  2. Which accommodation will I stay in?

    Your proposal will name the properties and room categories for each night. Any stays shown here are planning options and remain subject to availability; alternative properties are agreed before confirmation.

  3. What wildlife will we see?

    Wildlife sightings depend on season, weather and the animals themselves. Your guide plans around local conditions, but particular species, migration movements and river crossings cannot be guaranteed.

  4. Can I change the route and accommodation?

    Yes. The published routes are starting points. Tell us your dates, interests and preferred comfort level so we can adjust nights, transfers and activities before quoting.

  5. What determines the final price?

    The travel season, number of travellers sharing a vehicle, park fees, room arrangements, lodge availability and domestic flights all affect cost. Your written proposal will identify inclusions and optional extras.

  6. Can the safari finish in Zanzibar?

    A mainland safari can connect with Zanzibar by a separately arranged domestic flight. Leave enough time for the transfer and confirm baggage allowances before booking flights.

  7. When is the best time for a Tanzania safari?

    Wildlife can be seen all year. June to October is dry, with animals gathering near water. January to March brings the calving season in the southern Serengeti. April and May are the long rains: greener, quieter and often better value. We match the parks and camps to the month you travel.

  8. How many days do I need?

    Two or three days suit Tarangire and Ngorongoro. Four to six days let you add the Serengeti without rushing, and seven or more give time for extra parks, a cultural visit or the coast. Fewer long drives usually means a better trip.

  9. Is the safari private?

    Our tailor-made safaris are private: your own vehicle and guide, and a daily pace set around your group. Shared departures can sometimes be arranged for solo travellers — ask us and we’ll explain the options.

  10. What vehicle will we travel in?

    Game drives are in a 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for viewing and photography. Your proposal confirms the vehicle and seating for your group size.

  11. Is a safari suitable for children?

    Yes, with the right planning. We keep drives shorter, choose family-friendly rooms and build in rest time. Some camps and activities have minimum ages, so please share each child’s age when you enquire.

  12. Can you cater for dietary needs?

    Most lodges and camps can prepare vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and other meals with notice. Tell us about allergies or requirements when you enquire and we’ll pass them to every property on your route.

  13. Do I need vaccinations or malaria tablets?

    Requirements depend on your nationality and recent travel, and a yellow fever certificate may be needed if you arrive from certain countries. Malaria precautions are generally advised. Please check with a travel health clinic before you go.

  14. What should I budget for tips?

    Tipping is not compulsory but is customary for guides and lodge staff. We include current guidance with your proposal so you can plan for it in advance.

  15. Will there be Wi-Fi and charging?

    Many lodges and camps offer charging points and some Wi-Fi, but the connection can be slow or limited to main areas in remote parks. A spare power bank is useful on game drives.

  16. How far in advance should I book?

    For July to October and the holiday season, three to nine months ahead gives the best choice of camps. Shorter notice is often possible — send us your dates and we’ll check availability.

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