Tanzania · Safari

5-Day Tanzania Safari with Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Materuni

5 Days Round trip from Tanzania Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Observe abundant wildlife in Serengeti National Park, including the Great Migration
02 Explore Ngorongoro Crater with chances to spot the rare black rhinoceros
03 Hike to Materuni Waterfalls and swim in a natural pool
04 Experience authentic Chagga culture with a hands-on coffee tour

Embark on a thrilling 5-day Northern Circuit safari in Tanzania through Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater, with a final cultural and nature experience at Materuni Waterfalls. Observe abundant wildlife, including elephants, lions, zebras, and other animals across scenic plains, baobab-dotted landscapes, and the crater floor. The journey also includes a hike to Materuni Waterfalls, time to swim and enjoy the scenery, and an authentic Chagga coffee experience with traditional lunch and banana beer tasting. Travel in a custom 4x4 safari vehicle with a professional guide and chef, camp under the stars, and enjoy Tanzania's remarkable wildlife and natural beauty.

Embark on a thrilling 5-day Northern Circuit safari in Tanzania through Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater, with a final cultural and nature experience at Materuni Waterfalls.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Budget

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Arusha, Moshi, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arusha to Tarangire National Park Safari

Pickup from your hotel in Arusha.
Meet your safari guide and chef, followed by a briefing.
Drive to Tarangire National Park (approximately 2 hours).
Enjoy a game drive exploring baobab trees, elephants, and diverse wildlife.
Picnic lunch at the Tarangire River.
Continue with an afternoon game drive before driving to Mto wa Mbu campsite.

Dinner and overnight at the campsite.

Day 02

Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti via Ngorongoro

Early breakfast at the campsite.
Drive to Serengeti National Park via the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Optional visit to a Maasai village (20-45 minutes).
Stop at the Ngorongoro viewpoint for photos (approximately 20 minutes).
Continue to Serengeti, focusing on the Seronera region.
Enjoy an afternoon game drive and sunset over the Serengeti plains.

Dinner and overnight at Seronera campsite.

Day 03

Serengeti Game Drive to Ngorongoro

Early morning game drive in Serengeti National Park.
Return to the campsite for brunch.
Depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area with en-route game viewing.
Arrive at Ngorongoro Simba Campsite.

Dinner and overnight at the campsite.

Day 04

Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Arusha

After breakfast, descend 650 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater.
Enjoy a half-day game drive with opportunities to spot lions, elephants, buffalo, rhinos, hippos, and birds.
Picnic lunch on the crater floor.
Ascend to the crater rim and drive back to Arusha.

Day 05

Materuni Waterfalls and Chagga Coffee Experience

Pickup from Moshi and drive to Materuni Village (approximately 15 km).
Enjoy a guided 40-minute hike to Materuni Waterfalls.
Swim and take in the waterfall scenery.
Enjoy a traditional Chagga lunch and taste banana beer.
Take part in a hands-on coffee tour to learn about coffee cultivation, roasting, and brewing.
Conclude the tour with freshly brewed coffee and views of the surrounding rainforest.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Tanzania 5 cities · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

All park entrances and taxes
Accommodation during the safari (camping)
All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
Soft drinks and bottled water (3 litres or more per day)
Camping equipment, including a sleeping bag, sleeping mattress, and tent
Transportation in a custom 4x4 safari vehicle with a viewing roof and guaranteed window seating
Safari vehicles equipped with an inverter for charging batteries, communication radio, electric cooler, and filtered water