6 Days · Tanzania

Day 1 — Arrive & Arusha National Park

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Tour Overview

An activity-led itinerary built around guided walking safaris rather than vehicle-based game drives, using the Northern Circuit's parks and concessions where walking is permitted.

Luxury Highlights

  • A walking-safari introduction in Arusha National Park, where lion are absent and walking is unrestricted
  • Guided bush walks in Tarangire's private concessions
  • Highland walking around the Ngorongoro Conservation Area
  • A traditional vehicle-based crater floor day for contrast

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive & Arusha National Park

Arrive and head to Arusha National Park for an introductory guided walk beneath Mount Meru.

Days 2–3

Tarangire National Park

A private-concession camp with a strong walking-safari tradition, alternating walks with vehicle-based game drives.

Days 4–5

Ngorongoro Highlands

Guided highland walks around the conservation area's volcanic terrain, with one full vehicle-based day on the crater floor, where walking is not permitted.

Day 6

Depart

Final highland walk, then transfer to Kilimanjaro for your onward flight home.

Accommodation on This Safari

Accommodation is selected from our recommended lodge directory for each region visited, matched to your preferences on privacy, style, and budget tier during planning — see the relevant region and lodge pages for specific property options.

Meals Included

All meals are included throughout the safari portions of this itinerary; specific inclusions for any city or beach nights should be confirmed at booking, as these can vary by property.

Flights & Transfers

Internal transfers combine light-aircraft flights and road transfers as appropriate to each leg; specific routing is confirmed once your season and exact camps are set.

Wildlife Expectations

Walking safaris bring you closer to smaller signs of wildlife presence (tracks, dung, birdlife) alongside larger game at a greater, ranger-mandated distance. As with all our itineraries, we do not guarantee specific sightings.

Best Season for This Itinerary

Dry season (June–October) generally offers the most comfortable walking conditions.

Optional Experiences & Add-Ons

Hot air balloon safaris, private guided walks, cultural visits, and helicopter transfers can be added to most legs of this itinerary on request. Internal link: Experiences

Packing Guide

Neutral-toned clothing, layers for early-morning game drives, comfortable closed shoes, and a wide-brimmed hat are recommended across all legs of this itinerary. Internal link: The Tanzania Safari Packing Guide

What's Included / What's Excluded

Included: accommodation, meals as specified, park and conservation fees, private guiding, and internal transfers listed above. Excluded: international flights, visas, travel insurance, gratuities, and optional add-on experiences unless otherwise agreed.

Why Choose This Safari

An activity-led itinerary built around guided walking safaris rather than vehicle-based game drives, using the Northern Circuit's parks and concessions where walking is permitted.

Upgrade Options

Extend with a dedicated walking-focused stay in Ruaha or Nyerere on the Southern Circuit.

FAQs

Can this 6-day itinerary be shortened or extended?
Yes — every itinerary on this page is a starting template; nights per region can be added or reduced based on your available time and interests.
Is this itinerary fully private?
Yes — all game drives and transfers on this itinerary use a private vehicle and guide rather than shared group departures, unless you specifically request a group option.

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