Overview
About This Safari
6-Day Serengeti Safari from Zanzibar – Wildlife Adventure in Tanzania
Experience the ultimate 6-Day Serengeti Safari from Zanzibar, a carefully designed journey connecting the tropical beaches of Zanzibar with Tanzania’s most famous wildlife destinations. This safari allows you to maximize your time in the wilderness by flying directly into the safari circuit, avoiding long drives and giving you more opportunities for incredible wildlife encounters.
Your adventure begins with a flight from Zanzibar to mainland Tanzania, where you will explore the world-famous Serengeti National Park, known for its vast golden plains, abundant wildlife, and spectacular predator sightings. Depending on the season, you may also have the chance to witness the breathtaking Great Migration, where millions of wildebeest and zebras move across the ecosystem.
Continue your journey to the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s greatest natural wonders. Descend into the crater for a full-day game drive surrounded by dramatic landscapes and incredible wildlife, including elephants, lions, buffalo, hippos, and the rare black rhino.
With a private 4x4 safari vehicle, professional driver-guide, handpicked accommodations, and carefully planned routes, this 6-day Tanzania safari from Zanzibar offers the perfect balance of adventure, comfort, and unforgettable wildlife experiences.
Start / End
Zanzibar -> Zanzibar
Group size
1-100 people
Difficulty
Easy
Minimum age
2+
Safari Snapshot
A quick look at the route, day by day.
Day 1
Zanzibar – Fly to Arusha – Tarangire National Park Game Drive
flight from Zanzibar, Tarangire game drive picnic lunch
Kankari Lodge
Day 2
Tarangire – Ngorongoro Highlands – Serengeti National Park
Transit game drive Picnic lunch
Serengeti sound of silence
Day 3
Full-Day Serengeti National Park Safari
serengeti game drive Wildlife and bird watching picnic lunch
Serengeti sound of silence
Day 4
Serengeti Game Drive – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Transit game drive Picnic lunch
Kankari Lodge
Day 5
Ngorongoro Crater Tour – Karatu
Early game drive at Ngorongoro crater Wildlife and bird watching picnic lunch
Kankari Lodge
Day 6
Karatu – Arusha – Fly Back to Zanzibar
Return flight to Zanzibar
Ways to Customize This Trip
- Adjust the balance of safari, beach time and optional Zanzibar activities
- Upgrade accommodation and add private activities or extra safari nights
Where you go
Route
- Day 1 Ngorongoro Crater
- Days 2–3 Central Serengeti
- Days 4–5 Ngorongoro Crater
Day by Day
Here is how the days run. We can adjust the route around your dates and the pace you want.
1 Day 1 Zanzibar – Fly to Arusha – Tarangire National Park Game Drive Kankari Lodge / Lunch, Dinner
Your safari adventure begins with a morning flight from Zanzibar to Arusha. Meet your private safari guide and continue to Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and beautiful landscapes.
Enjoy an afternoon game drive searching for elephants, giraffes, zebras, lions, and other wildlife before heading to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
- Main stop: Zanzibar – Fly to Arusha – Tarangire National Park Game Drive
- Accommodation: Kankari Lodge
- Meals: Lunch, Dinner
- Activities: flight from Zanzibar, Tarangire game drive picnic lunch
Accommodation - Kankari Lodge
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Kankari Lodge
Safari lodge / Mid-range / Ngorongoro Crater
2 Day 2 Tarangire – Ngorongoro Highlands – Serengeti National Park Serengeti sound of silence / Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, depart towards the legendary Serengeti National Park. The journey takes you through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands with beautiful views of the Great Rift Valley.
Enter Serengeti through the Naabi Hill Gate and begin your first game drive across the endless plains. Serengeti is home to some of Africa’s highest concentrations of wildlife, including lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, and thousands of herbivores.
- Main stop: Tarangire – Ngorongoro Highlands – Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation: Serengeti sound of silence
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Activities: Transit game drive Picnic lunch
Accommodation - Serengeti sound of silence
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Serengeti sound of silence
Safari lodge / Mid-range / Central Serengeti
3 Day 3 Full-Day Serengeti National Park Safari Serengeti sound of silence / Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Spend a full day exploring the spectacular Serengeti ecosystem. Your guide will take you through different areas of the park depending on wildlife movements and seasonal conditions.
Enjoy incredible game viewing opportunities and search for the Big Five while experiencing the beauty of Tanzania’s most famous national park.
- Main stop: Full-Day Serengeti National Park Safari
- Accommodation: Serengeti sound of silence
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Activities: serengeti game drive Wildlife and bird watching picnic lunch
Accommodation - Serengeti sound of silence
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Serengeti sound of silence
Safari lodge / Mid-range / Central Serengeti
4 Day 4 Serengeti Game Drive – Ngorongoro Conservation Area Kankari Lodge / Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy a final morning game drive in Serengeti before travelling towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Along the way, continue spotting wildlife and enjoy the changing landscapes as you approach the crater highlands.
- Main stop: Serengeti Game Drive – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
- Accommodation: Kankari Lodge
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Activities: Transit game drive Picnic lunch
Accommodation - Kankari Lodge
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Kankari Lodge
Safari lodge / Mid-range / Ngorongoro Crater
5 Day 5 Ngorongoro Crater Tour – Karatu Kankari Lodge / Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After an early breakfast, descend into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s greatest wildlife destinations.
Explore the crater floor searching for lions, elephants, buffalo, hippos, zebras, wildebeest, and the rare black rhino. Later, ascend from the crater and continue to your lodge near Karatu.
- Main stop: Ngorongoro Crater Tour – Karatu
- Accommodation: Kankari Lodge
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Activities: Early game drive at Ngorongoro crater Wildlife and bird watching picnic lunch
Accommodation - Kankari Lodge
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Kankari Lodge
Safari lodge / Mid-range / Ngorongoro Crater
6 Day 6 Karatu – Arusha – Fly Back to Zanzibar Breakfast,
After breakfast, drive back to Arusha. Depending on your flight schedule, enjoy some free time in Arusha before catching your flight back to Zanzibar.
Continue your beach holiday or onward journey with unforgettable memories of Tanzania’s wildlife adventure.
- Main stop: Karatu – Arusha – Fly Back to Zanzibar
- Meals: Breakfast,
- Activities: 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
This is the starting price for this trip. Your final quote is confirmed once we check your dates and availability.
| Season | Solo | 2 people | 3 people | 4 people | 5 people | 6 people | 7+ people |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Season | On request | From $4,216 | From $3,712 | From $3,611 | From $3,430 | From $3,309 | On request |
Prices are per person in USD and based on shared double/twin accommodation unless stated otherwise. Final pricing depends on travel dates, lodge availability, group size and route adjustments. Swipe horizontally to compare party sizes.
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