Discover the beauty of Tanzania on our classic 6 days Tanzania safari in January, available in 2027, 2028 and 2029. This memorable wildlife adventure combines Tarangire National Park, Ndutu, Central Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. Travel with experienced safari guides, explore diverse landscapes and search for elephants, lions, cheetahs, leopards, zebras and the Great Wildebeest Migration.
January is an exciting time to explore the southern Serengeti ecosystem, especially the Ndutu area, where wildebeest often gather during the calving season. Central Serengeti offers another outstanding wildlife experience, with open plains, rocky kopjes and opportunities to search for resident predators. Ngorongoro Crater completes the journey with its spectacular scenery and diverse wildlife.
Whether you are planning a private safari for a couple, family or group of friends, Africa Combo Tours can customize your accommodation and travel arrangements to match your budget and preferences.
After breakfast, meet your professional safari guide and depart from Arusha for Tarangire National Park. Enjoy the beautiful scenery of northern Tanzania as you travel toward the park, known for its ancient baobab trees, large elephant herds and diverse wildlife.
Enjoy a game drive in search of elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, antelopes and predators. Your guide will help you explore suitable wildlife-viewing areas and explain the animals and landscapes you encounter. Stop for a picnic lunch during the safari before continuing your afternoon game drive.
Later, leave Tarangire and travel to Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Lodge or campsite in Karatu.
Meals: Lunch and dinner.
After breakfast, depart from Karatu and travel toward Ndutu, located within the southern Serengeti ecosystem near the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. During January, this region can attract large herds of wildebeest and zebras as they move through the grasslands in response to seasonal conditions.
Upon arrival, enjoy an afternoon game drive across the Ndutu plains. Search for wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, lions, cheetahs, hyenas and other wildlife. January can offer rewarding opportunities to observe the wildebeest calving season, although sightings depend on rainfall and animal movements.
In the evening, proceed to your Ndutu-area accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Lodge or tented camp in the Ndutu area.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Start the day with breakfast before enjoying a morning game drive in Ndutu. This gives you another opportunity to search for migrating wildebeest, newborn calves, zebras and predators in the southern plains.
Later, continue toward Central Serengeti, enjoying the changing scenery and wildlife along the route. The central region, often associated with the Seronera area, is known for its varied habitats and resident wildlife. Depending on conditions, you may encounter elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, lions and other animals.
Continue with wildlife viewing as time and the approved route allow before arriving at your accommodation in Central Serengeti for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Central Serengeti lodge or tented camp.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Enjoy a full day exploring Central Serengeti National Park, one of Tanzania's best-known wildlife destinations. Its expansive grasslands, river valleys and rocky kopjes provide habitats for a variety of animals throughout the year.
With your experienced guide, search for lions resting on kopjes, leopards in suitable wooded habitats, cheetahs across open plains, elephants, giraffes, zebras and numerous antelope species. Your guide will choose game-drive routes according to recent sightings, road conditions and park regulations.
Enjoy a picnic lunch during your safari and continue exploring in the afternoon. Return to your Central Serengeti accommodation for dinner and relaxation.
Accommodation: Central Serengeti lodge or tented camp.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
After breakfast, enjoy an early game drive in Central Serengeti before beginning the journey toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Continue to enjoy wildlife viewing along the route where permitted and practical.
This journey offers opportunities to appreciate the Serengeti's expansive landscapes before transitioning toward the highlands surrounding Ngorongoro. Your guide will manage the day's schedule according to travel distances, park rules and your accommodation location.
Arrive at your accommodation in Karatu or near the Ngorongoro area for dinner and an overnight stay. This overnight stop helps separate the longer Serengeti transfer from the following day's crater safari.
Accommodation: Lodge in Karatu or suitable accommodation near the crater.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
After an early breakfast, proceed to the Ngorongoro Crater for a memorable game drive. Descend into this remarkable natural landscape and explore the crater floor in search of elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, lions and other wildlife.
The crater is famous for its spectacular scenery and diverse wildlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch in an approved location and continue exploring suitable wildlife-viewing areas with your professional safari guide.
After your crater visit, begin the drive back to Arusha, where your classic 6 days Tanzania safari in January comes to an end. The departure time should be planned according to your onward flight or other travel arrangements.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch.
Africa Combo Tours can arrange budget, midrange or luxury accommodation according to your preferences. The proposed overnight plan includes one night in Karatu, one night in Ndutu, two nights in Central Serengeti and one night in Karatu or suitable accommodation near Ngorongoro.
For migration-focused travel in January, the location of your Ndutu camp is especially important. Book early where possible, and confirm the camp's exact location, seasonal rates and availability before finalizing your safari.
The cost of a classic 6 days Tanzania safari in January 2027, 2028 or 2029 depends on your group size, accommodation category, camp locations, vehicle arrangements and the applicable park and conservation fees.
Contact Africa Combo Tours for a personalized quotation. We can prepare budget, midrange and luxury options and clearly explain the inclusions before you book.
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This six-day adventure combines the elephants and baobabs of Tarangire, the seasonal wildlife of Ndutu, the remarkable plains of Central Serengeti and the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater in one rewarding journey.
Start planning your Tanzania safari for January 2027, 2028 or 2029. Contact Africa Combo Tours to check accommodation availability, discuss your preferred safari style and receive a personalized quotation.
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Planning a Tanzania safari in January 2027, 2028 or 2029? Africa Combo Tours offers different safari durations to suit your schedule, interests and budget. Compare our packages featuring Tarangire National Park, Ndutu, Central Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, and choose your ideal African adventure.
Planning a Tanzania safari in January 2027, 2028 or 2029? Africa Combo Tours offers different safari durations to suit your schedule, interests and budget. Compare our packages featuring Tarangire National Park, Ndutu, Central Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, and choose your ideal African adventure.
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