Locally owned safari company · Pangani Street, Arusha

Mid-range safari · Private

6-Day Private Tanzania Safari and Materuni Waterfalls

Six days through Materuni, Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. Private vehicle and guide, mid-range lodges and tented camps. Nights at Arusha Farm House and Suricata Boma Lodge.

  • 6 days
  • Materuni · Tarangire · Serengeti · Ngorongoro Crater
  • Park fees included

From$1,933per person, two travelling

Trip overview

Your safari at a glance

  • Length6 days · 5 nights
  • GroupPrivate
  • StayLodges and tented camps
  • Getting aroundPop-up-roof Land Cruiser
  • Starts and endsArusha → Arusha
  • Best monthsJul – Sep
  1. StartArusha
  2. Materuni
  3. Tarangire
  4. Serengeti
  5. Ngorongoro Crater
  6. EndArusha

Where you go

Route map

Your route

  1. 1Start Arusha
  2. 2Materuni
  3. 3Tarangire
  4. 4Serengeti
  5. 5Ngorongoro Crater
  6. 6End Arusha

Approximate route between stops.

Itinerary

Day by day

  1. Day1Arusha Day 1Arrival & Arusha City Tour On this day, you will be warmly welcomed at the airport by one of our staff members and transferred to your hotel. If you arrive early, you’ll enjoy…Dinner, (Breakfast & lunch not included)Arusha Farm House Read the full dayShow less

    On this day, you will be warmly welcomed at the airport by one of our staff members and transferred to your hotel. If you arrive early, you’ll enjoy a complimentary city tour, giving you a chance to explore the highlights of the town and experience local culture.

    TonightArusha Farm HouseDinner, (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  2. Day2 Day 2Materuni Waterfalls After breakfast, you'll depart from Arusha Farm House to explore Materuni. You'll enjoy a scenic hike through lush landscapes to the…All meals included, Drinking water, (Other drinks not included)Arusha Farm House Read the full dayShow less

    After breakfast, you'll depart from Arusha Farm House to explore Materuni. You'll enjoy a scenic hike through lush landscapes to the stunning Materuni Waterfalls. You'll visit a local coffee farm to learn traditional coffee-making and taste fresh brews. You'll experience authentic Chagga culture with local food. Later in the afternoon, you'll return to Arusha Farm House for relaxation and an overnight stay.

    TonightArusha Farm HouseAll meals included, Drinking water, (Other drinks not included)
  3. Day3Tarangire Day 3 · TarangireArusha to Tarangire National Park After breakfast, you'll depart from Arusha heading to Tarangire National Park. You'll enjoy a full game drive in this beautiful park,…All meals included, All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)Suricata Boma Lodge Read the full dayShow less

    After breakfast, you'll depart from Arusha heading to Tarangire National Park. You'll enjoy a full game drive in this beautiful park, famous for its large herds of elephants, ancient baobab trees, diverse birdlife, and abundant wildlife, including lions, leopards, giraffes, and zebras. After the game drive, you'll continue to your accommodation for an overnight stay at Suricata Boma Lodge.

    TonightSuricata Boma LodgeAll meals included, All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)
  4. Day4Serengeti Day 4 · SerengetiSerengeti National Park After breakfast, you'll depart from Suricata Boma Lodge in Mto wa Mbu towards Serengeti National Park with a transfer game drive en route. Upon…All meals included, All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)Land of Nature Camp Read the full dayShow less

    After breakfast, you'll depart from Suricata Boma Lodge in Mto wa Mbu towards Serengeti National Park with a transfer game drive en route. Upon arrival, you'll enjoy an exciting game drive in Serengeti’s endless plains. You'll spot wildebeest, zebras, giraffes, elephants, lions, and cheetahs. The park’s stunning landscapes and abundant wildlife make for an unforgettable adventure. Your overnight stay will be at Land of Nature Camp.

    TonightLand of Nature CampAll meals included, All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)
  5. Day5Serengeti Day 5 · SerengetiSerengeti National Park You will enjoy a thrilling game drive in Serengeti National Park, exploring its endless plains rich with wildlife. Expect to spot lions, leopards,…All meals included, Drinking water & beer and wine, (Other drinks not included)Farm of Dreams Lodge Read the full dayShow less

    You will enjoy a thrilling game drive in Serengeti National Park, exploring its endless plains rich with wildlife. Expect to spot lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, hippos, crocodiles, and large herds of wildebeest and zebras. In the afternoon, you will continue with a transfer game drive towards Farm of Dreams Lodge, enjoying more sightings along the way. Upon arrival, you'll relax and stay overnight at Farm of Dreams Lodge.

    TonightFarm of Dreams LodgeAll meals included, Drinking water & beer and wine, (Other drinks not included)
  6. Day6Ngorongoro Crater Day 6 · Ngorongoro CraterNgorongoro Crater After breakfast, you will drive to Ngorongoro Crater. Here, you will enjoy game viewing in the world’s largest intact caldera, home to a high…Breakfast & lunch, (Dinner not included), All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor) Read the full dayShow less

    After breakfast, you will drive to Ngorongoro Crater. Here, you will enjoy game viewing in the world’s largest intact caldera, home to a high concentration of wildlife, including the Big Five, hippos, flamingos, and rich birdlife. The lush landscape and scenic views make this an unforgettable experience. After your game drive, you will return to Arusha and be dropped off at your hotel or the airport, marking the end of your safari.

Want a different order, an extra night or another lodge? Every day here can change. Ask us to adjust it

Where you sleep

Properties used for this safari

  • Nights 1–2

    Mid-range lodge · Arusha

    Arusha Farm House

    En-suite rooms · Inside or close to the park · Meals as listed in the itinerary

    2 nights · or similar
    Ask about it
  • Night 3

    Mid-range lodge · Tarangire

    Suricata Boma Lodge

    En-suite rooms · Inside or close to the park · Meals as listed in the itinerary

    1 night · or similar
    Ask about it
  • Night 4

    Mid-range lodge · Serengeti

    Land of Nature Camp

    En-suite rooms · Inside or close to the park · Meals as listed in the itinerary

    1 night · or similar
    Ask about it
  • Night 5

    Mid-range lodge · Serengeti

    Farm of Dreams Lodge

    En-suite rooms · Inside or close to the park · Meals as listed in the itinerary

    1 night · or similar
    Ask about it

Mid-range lodges and tented camps have en-suite rooms and are inside or close to the parks. Names are confirmed in your written itinerary.

What it costs

Safari pricing

Price per person in US dollars by number of people travelling together
Accommodation1 person2 people3 people4 people5 people6 peopleBest valueQuote
Mid-range lodgesOn request$1,933$1,800$1,688$1,637$1,530Get quote
  • Per person, sharing. The vehicle and guide cost the same for two or six, so bigger groups pay less each.
  • Children under 15 pay less, and solo travellers pay a supplement. We include both in your quote.
  • Deposit to confirm: 20% for camping safaris, 40% for lodge safaris.

The fine print

What the price covers

Included

  • Park fees (non-residents)
  • All activities
  • All accommodation
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Meals
  • Drinks

Not included

  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
  • Some meals

In pictures

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Good to know

Questions about this safari

Is this safari private?

Yes. The vehicle and guide are only for your group, for parties of up to 7 people. Larger groups: ask us.

When can it start, and can we change it?

It can start on any day that suits you, and we can change the lodges, the order of the parks or the number of nights.

Can children come?

Yes, from age 2. Children under 13 pay less, and under 5 travel free.

Can I book it on my own?

Not as a solo traveller: the price is for two or more. Ask us about joining a group safari instead.

Are airport transfers included?

Yes, from and back to the airport.

Is this safari private?

Check the Group label at the top of the page. Private means the vehicle and guide are only for your group. Shared means up to 6–7 guests in the vehicle.

Can we choose the lodges?

Yes. We suggest lodges for the season and your budget and name them in the written itinerary before you pay a deposit.

Another question?

Our planners in Arusha are happy to help on WhatsApp.

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Before you go

Clothing

  • Light layers in khaki, green or beige
  • A warm fleece for early drives and the crater rim
  • Long sleeves for the evenings
  • Sun hat

Footwear

  • Comfortable closed shoes
  • Sandals for camp or the lodge

Gear

  • Binoculars, one pair each if you can
  • Camera with a spare battery and memory card
  • Soft bag rather than a hard suitcase
  • Power bank

Health

  • Sunscreen and lip balm
  • Insect repellent
  • Personal medication
  • Hand sanitiser

Guest reviews

Travellers on travelling with Makini

5.0Excellent · 105+ reviews

  • The communication with the company was very good, and we were in good hands from the minute we arrived… we got a lot of value for the money.

    Saudat N. TripAdvisor
  • The communication with Lucas via WhatsApp was always very friendly, direct and immediate… our tour guide Aboh was very familiar with all animals and plants.

    Godfrey M. TripAdvisor
  • Great value local Tanzanian operator that provided an unforgettable safari experience.

    Damas F. TripAdvisor

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