5-Day Tanzania Safari through Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore Ngorongoro Crater and encounter thriving wildlife
• 02 Discover the iconic plains and predators of Serengeti National Park
• 03 Experience exciting daily game drives across diverse ecosystems
• 04 Spot Big Five animals and enjoy classic safari scenery

Discover Tanzania on a 5-day safari visiting Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. Travel through savannahs and highlands while enjoying daily game drives, spotting elephants, lions, rhinos, buffalo, zebras, and abundant birdlife. Learn about diverse habitats, from forests to plains, and enjoy guided wildlife viewing throughout the journey. Picnic lunches and scenic viewpoints enhance the adventure as you explore iconic parks and witness incredible natural beauty across Tanzania's Northern Circuit.

Descend early into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full game drive.

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

Tarangire Game Drive Among Baobabs

• Drive to Tarangire National Park and begin a game drive with a picnic lunch.
• Explore the landscapes of baobab trees, grasslands, and seasonal swamps.
• Look for elephants, giraffes, buffalo, antelope species, and diverse birdlife.
• Continue your game drive and later head to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

2

Day 02

Lake Manyara Wildlife and Soda Lake

• Travel to Lake Manyara National Park and enjoy a full game drive.
• Observe flamingos and other bird species along the shimmering soda lake.
• Spot monkeys, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, and possibly tree-climbing lions.
• Transfer to your mid-range lodge for dinner and relaxation.

3

Day 03

Into the Serengeti via Ngorongoro

• Drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area towards the Serengeti.
• Enter the endless plains and begin game viewing along the way.
• Look for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, and other wildlife species.
• Arrive at your tented camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

4

Day 04

Morning Serengeti Safari to Ngorongoro Rim

• Enjoy an early morning game drive in the Serengeti.
• Search for the Big Five and observe wildlife in their natural habitat.
• Travel towards the Ngorongoro Crater rim with scenic viewpoints along the route.
• Arrive near the crater area for dinner and an overnight stay.

5

Day 05

Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Arusha

• Descend early into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full game drive.
• View large populations of zebra, wildebeest, hyena, lions, and possibly black rhino.
• Enjoy a picnic lunch near Hippo Lake while surrounded by wildlife.
• 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
• All accommodation
• A professional driver-guide
• All transportation
• 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 per person per day)
• Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
• Government-imposed increases in taxes and/or park fees

What to bring

• Lightweight, neutral-colored clothes and a warm jacket or fleece
• Comfortable walking shoes or sneakers
• Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen
• Binoculars and a camera
• Toiletries, insect repellent, medications, and travel documents

Know before you go

• Early morning departures are required for game drives.
• Temperatures can be cold in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro, especially in the early mornings and evenings.
• Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed.
• Binoculars are highly recommended for better viewing.
• Mobile network coverage may be limited in some areas.
• Always follow your guide's instructions for safety.
• Lodges and camps are mid-range; expect basic but comfortable accommodations.
• Cash is useful for tips and personal expenses.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Arusha, Tanzania

Tour start

Babati Rural, Tanzania

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.