Tarangire Ndutu and Ngorongoro

Safari summary

A 6 Days Family Tarangire, Serengeti, Ndutu, and Ngorongoro Safari brings together some of northern Tanzania's most remarkable wildlife landscapes in one private family journey. The route combines Tarangire's famous elephants and baobabs, Central Serengeti's predators and plains, Ndutu's seasonal calving grounds, and the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater.

A 6-day family safari through Tarangire, Ndutu, the Serengeti, and Ngorongoro covers Tanzania's premier wildlife areas with a balanced mix of giant elephants, big cats, and migration calving grounds. Families have time to enjoy game drives at a comfortable pace while traveling together in a private safari vehicle.

This safari takes you through four of Tanzania's most iconic destinations: Tarangire National Park, Ndutu, Serengeti National Park, and Ngorongoro Crater. The combination creates a varied journey, with each destination offering different scenery, wildlife habitats, and seasonal highlights.

If your family is looking for a private wildlife holiday with a strong focus on the calving season, this itinerary offers an excellent route to consider. Choose your dates, contact us, and start arranging your family safari today.

Your 6 Days Family Tarangire, Serengeti, Ndutu, and Ngorongoro Safari at a Glance

6 Days Family Tarangire, Serengeti, Ndutu, and Ngorongoro Safari is a six-day private Tanzania wildlife tour connecting Tarangire, Central Serengeti, Ndutu, and Ngorongoro. It is designed for families wanting memorable game drives, flexible travel, comfortable accommodation, and valuable time in the Ndutu calving area during its seasonal wildlife activity.

Tour Features of the 6 Days Family Tarangire, Serengeti, Ndutu, and Ngorongoro Safari

Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights

Route: Tarangire, Central Serengeti, Ndutu Area, and Ngorongoro Crater

Central Serengeti: 1 Night

Ndutu Area: 2 Nights

Price: USD 3,000–3,800 per person sharing

Minimum sharing: Two or more people

International flights: Not included

Tour type: Private family safari

Accommodation: Tented camps and lodges/hotels outside the Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Room arrangements: Double, twin, triple, or family rooms

Best time: Late December to March

Starting day: Any day according to your travel dates

Activities: Game drives

Languages: English, Spanish, German, and Italian-speaking driver-guides

Safari car: Pop-up-roof 4x4 vehicle

Capacity: Six seats with window positions

Start and end: Arusha

Airports: Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport

Airport transfers: Available by arrangement

Customization: Minor itinerary adjustments can be requested

Family suitability: All ages are welcome
Destinations on the 6 Days Family Tarangire, Serengeti, Ndutu, and Ngorongoro Safari

Tarangire National Park – 1 Day

Tarangire National Park is the opening wildlife destination on this family safari. Its landscapes feature iconic baobab trees and areas known for elephant sightings. During your game drive, you may also see giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, lions, leopards, and many bird species.

Central Serengeti – 2 Days / 1 Night

Central Serengeti provides classic savannah scenery and varied wildlife viewing. The area can offer opportunities to see lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, and other animals. Spending two days in the broader Serengeti section adds valuable time for game drives.

Ndutu Area – 3 Days / 2 Nights

Ndutu is the seasonal highlight of this 6 Days Family Tarangire, Serengeti, Ndutu, and Ngorongoro Safari. During the calving season, the area can host large concentrations of wildebeest and other grazing animals. Predators such as lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and jackals may also be seen nearby.

Ngorongoro Crater – 1 Day

The Ngorongoro Crater provides a memorable final game drive. Its varied habitats support lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas, flamingos, and other wildlife. The combination of crater scenery and wildlife makes this a strong conclusion to the family journey.

Accommodation on the 6 Days Family Tarangire, Serengeti, Ndutu, and Ngorongoro Safari

Families can select accommodation according to their preferred budget and comfort level. Choices can include budget tents, mid-range tents, and luxury tented camps, together with lodges or hotels outside the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Room arrangements may include double, twin, triple, or family rooms. The best arrangement depends on the number and ages of travelers in your family and accommodation availability.

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Fine details

Safari highlights

• Bird watching—with professional guide
• Photography safari—with professional guide
• Wildlife sanctuaries

What’s included?

• Accommodation
• Airport transfers
• All drinks
• Meals
• Park fees
• Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

• Alcoholic beverages
• Tips and gratuities
• Visas