Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari

Wildlife safari in northern Tanzania

  • 6 days
Duration
6 days
Group size
15 people
Country
Tanzania

Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari Overview

Wildlife safari in northern Tanzania

Wildlife safari in northern Tanzania

In just under six days, you explore the wildlife of two of Tanzania's best-known national parks, Serengeti National Park and Tarangire National Park, and the protected Ngorongoro Crater in East Africa.

This 6-day safari takes you to three of the best game parks on Tanzania's Northern Safari Circuit. Tarangire National Park, the sixth national park established in Tanzania, is in the Manyara Region and is known for its high density of elephants and its baobab trees.

This quiet and uncrowded park is well suited to game viewing, birdwatching and safari. Serengeti National Park is known for its abundant wildlife and high biodiversity, including the annual migration of many animal and bird species.

In addition to these two national parks, you visit the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a protected area and a World Heritage Site. Its main feature is the Ngorongoro Crater, an intact volcanic caldera full of wildlife.

The three areas are close to one another, which makes it possible to see a wide range of wildlife on one trip. The Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari combines scenery, wildlife and culture in northern Tanzania.

If you are looking for a wildlife safari with a high standard of service at an affordable price, this six-day ‘Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari’ in Tanzania, designed by Earthbound Expeditions, is a good choice.

Key highlights of the Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari

Itinerary

  1. Check in at the Mountain Inn. You then continue to Tarangire National Park, known for its herds of elephants and its baobab trees, for a game drive. Overnight at Karatu Simba Lodge.

    Altitude
    1,500 m (4,920 ft)
    On foot
    Short walks
    Night in
    Lodge, Karatu
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  2. Game drive on the way through Serengeti National Park, the largest wildlife sanctuary in the world. Overnight at Lobo Wildlife Lodge. Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.

    Altitude
    1,800 m (5,910 ft)+300 m
    On foot
    Short walks
    Night in
    Lodge, Lobo (Serengeti)
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  3. You drive to the Northern Serengeti and the Mara River for game drives, where the migration is expected at this time. You then continue to Seronera. Overnight at Serengeti Sopa Lodge.

    Altitude
    1,600 m (5,250 ft)−200 m
    On foot
    Short walks
    Night in
    Lodge, Serengeti (Nyarboro Hills)
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  4. Morning game drive in the Seronera area of the Serengeti. You then continue to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Overnight at Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge.

    Altitude
    2,400 m (7,870 ft)+800 m
    On foot
    Short walks
    Night in
    Lodge, Ngorongoro Crater rim
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  5. You descend into the crater for a game drive in the world's largest caldera (collapsed volcano), known as the “eighth natural wonder of the world”. You drive back to Moshi in the early afternoon (driving time approximately 5 to 6 hours). Overnight at the Mountain Inn. Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.

    Altitude
    890 m (2,920 ft)−1,510 m
    On foot
    None, 5–6 hr drive
    Night in
    Hotel, Moshi
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  6. Check out. End of our services.

    Altitude
    890 m (2,920 ft)
    On foot
    None, departure day
    Night in
    No overnight
    Meals
    Breakfast

What's included

  • Accommodation as listed in the itinerary (sharing double or twin rooms)
  • National park conservation fees for the itinerary
  • Game drives as listed
  • 4×4 Land Cruiser vehicles with an English-speaking driver-guide
  • Meals as listed (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
  • 1 special tour leader rate (sharing a room)

Not included

  • Tips and gratuities
  • Optional activities such as night game drives, hot-air balloon flights and a visit to the Olduvai Gorge museum
  • Additional vehicles or transfers, for example for extra luggage
  • Drinks
  • International and domestic flights
  • Personal expenses such as laundry, insurance and visas

Photos

A look at the trail, the villages and the mountains.

Reviews

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Ask for Bishal as your guide!

December 2017, Tripadvisor

Earthbound Expeditions made an impression from the beginning. The owner, Rajan, was very hands-on and responsive. He replied to all of my emails within a few hours (maybe less), patiently answered all of my questions, and refined my itinerary with me. I read many positive reviews about Bishal, an Earthbound Expeditions guide. I asked for him and Rajan accomodated. Bishal lived up to his reputation - he was knowledgeable, experienced and always professional (while also maintaining a sense of humor). He let me set my pace for the trek, and was always walking next to me in case I needed assistance. I saw some other guide (not associated with Earthbound) who went way ahead of his client, and would not have known if something happened to the client. Bishal knew the teahouses very well, and would choose a place based on your preferences (the teahouses can be very different, despite what some guidebooks say). If you want to focus on enjoying your trip without worrying about any logistics, then you cannot go wrong with Bishal at Earthbound. I thoroughly enjoyed my time in Nepal, and it would not have been possible without Bishal and Rajan.

Bonnie LNew York City, New YorkRead on Tripadvisor

Ask for Bishal as your guide!

December 2017, Tripadvisor

Earthbound Expeditions made an impression from the beginning. The owner, Rajan, was very hands-on and responsive. He replied to all of my emails within a few hours (maybe less), patiently answered all of my questions, and refined my itinerary with me. I read many positive reviews about Bishal, an Earthbound Expeditions guide. I asked for him and Rajan accomodated. Bishal lived up to his reputation - he was knowledgeable, experienced and always professional (while also maintaining a sense of humor). He let me set my pace for the trek, and was always walking next to me in case I needed assistance. I saw some other guide (not associated with Earthbound) who went way ahead of his client, and would not have known if something happened to the client. Bishal knew the teahouses very well, and would choose a place based on your preferences (the teahouses can be very different, despite what some guidebooks say). If you want to focus on enjoying your trip without worrying about any logistics, then you cannot go wrong with Bishal at Earthbound. I thoroughly enjoyed my time in Nepal, and it would not have been possible without Bishal and Rajan.

Bonnie LNew York City, New YorkRead on Tripadvisor

Amazing Company

November 2017, Tripadvisor

We were familiar with Earthbound Expeditions as the company that we used last time our of New Zealand uses Earthbound as their local company. We decided to book directly through Earthbound this time and must say we are extremely with their care and attention and professionalism. The owner Rajan is hands on and personally does the arranging of tours himself. On site he is also at the front for dealing with clients and does an amazing job. The tea houses we stayed in were the best and our guide and porters were top notch. We had some problems with health in the mountains and had to be evacuated and Earthbound saw to making it as easy and stress free an event as possible. Follow up in Kathmandu during hospitalization and recovery at the Thamel Eco Resort was beyond expectation and we cannot recommend this comany enough or sing accolades loud enough. You will be taken care of from the time your feet hit Nepal until the time you return. Thank you Rajan and staff for making this adventure unforgettable in a very very good way!

Susan WCharlottetown, CanadaRead on Tripadvisor

Amazing Company

November 2017, Tripadvisor

We were familiar with Earthbound Expeditions as the company that we used last time our of New Zealand uses Earthbound as their local company. We decided to book directly through Earthbound this time and must say we are extremely with their care and attention and professionalism. The owner Rajan is hands on and personally does the arranging of tours himself. On site he is also at the front for dealing with clients and does an amazing job. The tea houses we stayed in were the best and our guide and porters were top notch. We had some problems with health in the mountains and had to be evacuated and Earthbound saw to making it as easy and stress free an event as possible. Follow up in Kathmandu during hospitalization and recovery at the Thamel Eco Resort was beyond expectation and we cannot recommend this comany enough or sing accolades loud enough. You will be taken care of from the time your feet hit Nepal until the time you return. Thank you Rajan and staff for making this adventure unforgettable in a very very good way!

Susan WCharlottetown, CanadaRead on Tripadvisor

Incredible trip with Earthbound

November 2017, Tripadvisor

I recently organised a solo trip to Nepal with Earthbound Expeditions (Kathmandu, white water rafting, hiking Annapurna and Chitwan). Earthbound were great to deal with, they tailored the trip perfectly to what I was interested in and were really flexible with any changes I made. Rajan was great at answering any queries I had quickly both from the uk and when I was in Nepal. Everything was perfectly arranged-accommodation provided was to a high standard and all transport and activities took place when expected. The guides Earthbound use were the best I came across. Most guides claim to speak fluent English which simply wasn’t true most of the time. The Earthbound team speak perfect English, were so attentive and went out of their way to make sure my trip was great. Most people I met along the way mentioned how jealous they were at how good our guides were! I cannot recommend this company enough to people considering a trip to Nepal.

Voyager741322Read on Tripadvisor

Incredible trip with Earthbound

November 2017, Tripadvisor

I recently organised a solo trip to Nepal with Earthbound Expeditions (Kathmandu, white water rafting, hiking Annapurna and Chitwan). Earthbound were great to deal with, they tailored the trip perfectly to what I was interested in and were really flexible with any changes I made. Rajan was great at answering any queries I had quickly both from the uk and when I was in Nepal. Everything was perfectly arranged-accommodation provided was to a high standard and all transport and activities took place when expected. The guides Earthbound use were the best I came across. Most guides claim to speak fluent English which simply wasn’t true most of the time. The Earthbound team speak perfect English, were so attentive and went out of their way to make sure my trip was great. Most people I met along the way mentioned how jealous they were at how good our guides were! I cannot recommend this company enough to people considering a trip to Nepal.

Voyager741322Read on Tripadvisor

Another amazing adventure!

November 2017, Tripadvisor

This is my third trip with Earthbound and it has once again been an amazing experience. I wanted to go off the beaten track and so I had my trip tailor made to suit my wishes. From the first initial plans with Badri in London to arriving at Kathmandu airport and to the final return to that airport I was always looked after my my hosts, Rajan and Kedar. My day visiting Changu Narayan, Bhaktapur and Patan was so exciting and interesting made so by Resham Raz who is very knowledgeable and passionate about his country. I stayed in the Thamel Eco Resort, Pokhara Eco Resort and Himashu Homestay (see other reviews) and was looked after and made to feel very welcome, part of the family. During my 10 day trek, starting in Pokhara and ending in Muktinath, I was led by my guide Narayan who took great care to make sure that I trekked safely and our food and accommodation was good and we had some exciting and funny experiences together! The experience of being so close to some of the world’s greatest mountains will stay with me forever. I can only once again thank Rajan and his excellent team of guides and employees for making this possible. I am now planning my next adventure with them!

LavaLuluLeicester, United KingdomRead on Tripadvisor

Another amazing adventure!

November 2017, Tripadvisor

This is my third trip with Earthbound and it has once again been an amazing experience. I wanted to go off the beaten track and so I had my trip tailor made to suit my wishes. From the first initial plans with Badri in London to arriving at Kathmandu airport and to the final return to that airport I was always looked after my my hosts, Rajan and Kedar. My day visiting Changu Narayan, Bhaktapur and Patan was so exciting and interesting made so by Resham Raz who is very knowledgeable and passionate about his country. I stayed in the Thamel Eco Resort, Pokhara Eco Resort and Himashu Homestay (see other reviews) and was looked after and made to feel very welcome, part of the family. During my 10 day trek, starting in Pokhara and ending in Muktinath, I was led by my guide Narayan who took great care to make sure that I trekked safely and our food and accommodation was good and we had some exciting and funny experiences together! The experience of being so close to some of the world’s greatest mountains will stay with me forever. I can only once again thank Rajan and his excellent team of guides and employees for making this possible. I am now planning my next adventure with them!

LavaLuluLeicester, United KingdomRead on Tripadvisor

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