6 Days Joining Safari Tanzania | Serengeti & Mara River

Q: Which parks are visited?

This safari visits Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Central Serengeti and Northern Serengeti.

Q: Can I see the Big Five on this safari?

Yes, this safari offers excellent opportunities to see Africa's Big Five: lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino. Serengeti National Park is renowned for its predators and large wildlife populations, while the Ngorongoro Crater is one of the best places in Tanzania to spot the endangered black rhino.

Q: What accommodation is included?

This safari uses selected mid-range lodges and tented camps. The current itinerary includes Eli's Tree Inn, Serengeti Tukaone Tented Camp and Mara Heritage Tented Camp, subject to availability.

Q: What is a joining safari in Tanzania?

A joining safari is a shared group safari where travelers share a 4x4 safari vehicle and guide. It is usually more affordable than a private safari and is suitable for solo travelers, couples and small groups.

Q: How many people can join this safari?

The safari is designed for 2 to 20 travelers. The actual number of guests in the vehicle depends on bookings for the selected departure date.

Q: Is this safari suitable for solo travelers?

Yes. Solo travelers can join the group and share the safari vehicle with other travelers. This is a good way to reduce the cost of a Tanzania safari.

Q: Is the Mara River crossing guaranteed?

No. Mara River crossings are natural wildlife events and cannot be guaranteed. The location and movement of the wildebeest change daily. Our guide will follow the herds and search for the best available wildlife-viewing opportunities.

Q: When is the best time for the Mara River?

The main Mara River crossing season is generally between July and October, although the exact timing varies each year. The wildebeest do not follow an exact schedule, so sightings cannot be guaranteed.

Q: Does the safari operate all year?

Yes. The safari can operate throughout the year, but the Northern Serengeti and Mara River section is especially relevant during the Great Wildebeest Migration season.

Experience Tanzania’s Top Safari Destinations in 6 Days

Includes/Excludes

Cost Includes

A professional English speaking driver/ guide.
Concession fees
Drinking water while on safari (2 litres per person per day).
All Taxes and VAT.
Full board Accommodation
Park Fees
4x4 Land Cruiser.
Daily game drives while on Safari.
Free WIFI during safari

Cost Excludes

Tips (Tipping guidelines).
International flights.
Personal Items (Souvenirs, Travel Insurance, Visa Fees, etc.).
Government imposed increase of Taxes and or Park Fees.
Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour (Unless mentioned otherwise).

Overview

Itinerary

FAQs

Overview

Itinerary

FAQs

Overview

Join a 6-day Tanzania group safari from Arusha to Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti National Park.

Explore Central and Northern Serengeti, including the Mara River area during the Great Wildebeest Migration season. You may see lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, buffaloes, giraffes and zebras.

This affordable Tanzania joining safari is ideal for solo travelers, couples and small groups. Share a safari vehicle, enjoy Tanzania’s top wildlife destinations and keep costs lower.

Mara River crossings are seasonal and cannot be guaranteed. Your guide will follow wildlife movements and select the best areas for game viewing.

The safari starts and ends in Arusha after six days of unforgettable wildlife experiences.

6-Day Tanzania Joining Safari Highlights

Experience Tarangire National Park elephant herds.
Explore the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater.
Discover Central Serengeti wildlife paradise.
Visit Northern Serengeti Mara River region.
Possible Great Wildebeest Migration viewing.
Search for the Big Five animals.
Experience authentic Tanzania wilderness.

Day 01 :

Arusha to Tarangire National Park – Game Drive – Karatu

Your 6-day joining safari starts in the morning with pickup from your hotel in Arusha. First, meet your safari guide and fellow travelers before driving to Tarangire National Park.

Tarangire is known for its large elephant herds, baobab trees and diverse wildlife. During the game drive, look for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, antelopes and many bird species.

Afterward, continue to Karatu for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Kankari lodge
Meals Included: Lunch and Dinner

Day 02 :

Karatu – Ngorongoro Crater – Central Serengeti

After breakfast, drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Next, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive.

Look for lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas and black rhinos. In addition, enjoy the scenery of the crater floor and its surrounding volcanic walls.

After lunch, continue to Serengeti National Park. During the afternoon, enjoy a game drive before arriving at your camp for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Serengeti Tukaone Tented Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 03 :

Central Serengeti to Northern Serengeti – Mara River Area

After breakfast, drive from Central Serengeti towards Northern Serengeti. During the journey, you will have opportunities for wildlife viewing.

Watch for wildebeest, zebras, elephants, giraffes, lions and other animals along the route.

In the afternoon, explore the Mara River area with your guide. During the migration season, your guide will follow the herds and search for suitable wildlife-viewing areas.

Finally, return to camp in the evening for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Mara Heritage Tented Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 04 :

Full-Day Northern Serengeti & Mara River Game Drive

Today, spend the full day exploring Northern Serengeti and the Mara River area.

During the Great Wildebeest Migration season, this region can offer opportunities to see large herds of wildebeest and zebras moving through the area. Mara River crossings are natural wildlife events and cannot be guaranteed. The wildebeest move according to weather, food and water conditions. Your safari guide will follow the herds and look for the best available wildlife-viewing opportunities.

In addition, you may see lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes and buffaloes.

At midday, enjoy a picnic lunch during the game drive. Later, return to camp in the evening.

Accommodation: Mara Heritage tented camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 05 :

Northern Serengeti to Central Serengeti – Game Drive

After breakfast, begin the journey from Northern Serengeti towards Central Serengeti.

During the journey, enjoy wildlife viewing as you pass through different areas of the Serengeti ecosystem.

Later, explore the Seronera area in Central Serengeti. The area has permanent water sources and supports wildlife throughout the year.

In addition, look for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes and large herbivore herds.

Finally, continue to your camp for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Serengeti Tukaone Tented Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 06 :

Serengeti Morning Game Drive – Return to Arusha

After an early breakfast, enjoy a short morning game drive in Serengeti National Park, depending on your departure schedule.

During the morning, you may see active wildlife, including predators returning from hunting and animals beginning their day.

After leaving Serengeti, continue towards Arusha through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and local countryside.

Finally, arrive in Arusha in the late afternoon or evening. This marks the end of your 6-day joining safari Tanzania.

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

FAQs – 6 Days Joining Safari Tanzania

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Which parks are visited?

Can I see the Big Five on this safari?

What accommodation is included?

What is a joining safari in Tanzania?

How many people can join this safari?

Is this safari suitable for solo travelers?

Is the Mara River crossing guaranteed?

When is the best time for the Mara River?

Does the safari operate all year?

6 Days Joining Safari Tanzania | Serengeti Migration & Mara River Adventure

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6 Days Joining Safari Tanzania | Serengeti Migration & Mara River Adventure