5-Day Tanzania Safari through Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore Tanzania's Northern Safari Circuit across four iconic parks
• 02 Discover wildlife inside the collapsed volcanic Ngorongoro Crater
• 03 Experience the thriving Serengeti grasslands rich with predators
• 04 Encounter elephants, monkeys, lions, and diverse savannah species
• 05 Enjoy game drives through Tarangire's baobab-dotted landscapes
• 06 See Lake Manyara's forests, lakeshores, plains, and dramatic escarpments

Explore Tanzania on a 5-day safari visiting Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro. Travel across forests, plains, and crater landscapes while spotting elephants, monkeys, lions, grazing herds, and diverse birdlife. Enjoy guided game drives, picnic moments, and close wildlife encounters with expert interpretation as you move through iconic habitats rich with life. From the predator-filled Serengeti grasslands to the vast wildlife gatherings inside Ngorongoro Crater, this journey offers an authentic, nature-focused adventure with lasting memories.

From the predator-filled Serengeti grasslands to the vast wildlife gatherings inside Ngorongoro Crater, this journey offers an authentic, nature-focused adventure with lasting memories.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Arusha, Babati, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Game Drive in Tarangire National Park

• Begin the journey from Arusha and drive to Tarangire National Park.
• Enjoy a game drive across savannahs, swamps, and baobab-dotted landscapes.
• Look for elephants, giraffes, buffalo, antelope species, and diverse birdlife.
• Continue wildlife viewing until late afternoon.
• Arrive at the campsite and relax for the evening.

2

Day 02

Wildlife Viewing in Lake Manyara National Park

• Travel to Lake Manyara National Park after breakfast.
• Explore forests, lakeshores, and open plains during a guided game drive.
• Look for flamingos, monkeys, elephants, and possibly tree-climbing lions.
• Enjoy varied scenery from woodlands to dramatic escarpments.
• Transfer to the campsite for overnight rest.

3

Day 03

Through the Ngorongoro Highlands to Serengeti

• Drive through the Ngorongoro Highlands toward Serengeti.
• Stop at a crater viewpoint for sweeping views.
• Enter Serengeti and continue game driving across open plains.
• Look for predators, grazing herds, and abundant bird species.
• Arrive at Seronera Campsite for dinner and an overnight stay.

4

Day 04

Early Serengeti Safari to Ngorongoro Rim

• Begin with an early morning Serengeti game drive.
• Search for the Big Five and other wildlife.
• Travel toward Ngorongoro while enjoying more sightings en route.
• Reach the crater rim and admire spectacular views.
• Settle at Simba Campsite for the night.

5

Day 05

Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Arusha

• Start early and descend into Ngorongoro Crater.
• Enjoy a full day of wildlife viewing on the crater floor.
• Look for rhinos, lions, elephants, buffalo, and numerous antelope species.
• Have a picnic lunch near the hippo pool.
• Ascend the crater and drive back to Arusha to conclude the safari.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Park fees (for non-residents)
• All activities (unless labeled as optional)
• All accommodation (unless listed as an upgrade)
• A professional driver/guide
• All transportation (unless labeled as optional)
• All taxes/VAT
• Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
• Drinking water (on all days)

What's Not Included

• International flights (from/to home)
• Round-trip airport transfer
• 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 increases in taxes and/or park fees
• Some meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)

What to bring

• Lightweight, neutral-colored clothes and a warm jacket/fleece
• Comfortable walking shoes or sneakers
• Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen
• Binoculars, camera, and a small daypack

Know before you go

• This is a camping/lodge safari; accommodation may vary by location.
• Early morning departures are required for game drives.
• Temperatures can be cold in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Highlands, especially in the early mornings.
• Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed.
• Binoculars are highly recommended for better viewing.
• Mobile network coverage may be limited in some areas.
• Cash is useful for tips and personal expenses.
• Always follow your guide's instructions for safety.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Arusha, Tanzania

Tour start

Babati Rural, Tanzania

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.