5-Day Tanzania Safari to Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Discover large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees in Tarangire National Park
• 02 Explore Serengeti's endless plains and witness high concentrations of predators
• 03 Experience the seasonal Great Migration across breathtaking landscapes
• 04 Descend into Ngorongoro Crater to observe exceptional wildlife density and diverse ecosystems

Discover Tanzania's iconic wilderness on this 5-day private safari to Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. Encounter large elephant herds beneath ancient baobab trees, explore Serengeti's endless plains rich with predators and seasonal Great Migration, and descend into the world's largest intact caldera. Enjoy thrilling game drives across diverse ecosystems filled with lions, cheetahs, leopards, and abundant birdlife, while taking in breathtaking landscapes and unforgettable wildlife encounters throughout your adventure.

Encounter large elephant herds beneath ancient baobab trees, explore Serengeti's endless plains rich with predators and seasonal Great Migration, and descend into the world's largest intact caldera.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Budget

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Arusha, Mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park

Languages English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport and Transfer to Arusha

• Arrive at Kilimanjaro Airport, where your professional driver-guide welcomes you with a signboard bearing your name.
• Complete the necessary formalities before travelling approximately two hours to Arusha town.
• Check in at your designated hotel and receive a detailed briefing about your upcoming safari programme.
• Rest and prepare for the adventure ahead.

2

Day 02

Tarangire National Park Safari and Overnight in Mto wa Mbu

• Wake early for breakfast before departing for Tarangire National Park in a customised 4x4 safari jeep with a pop-up roof and individual window seating.
• Observe Maasai warriors herding cattle along the roadside during the two-hour journey.
• Enter Tarangire National Park after registration at the gate and begin your game drive among large herds of elephants and ancient baobab trees.
• Spot lions, cheetahs, zebras, wildebeests, giraffes, buffalos, hyenas, topi, Thomson gazelles, and diverse birdlife.
• Exit the park in the late afternoon and continue to Mto wa Mbu town for an overnight stay.

3

Day 03

Ngorongoro Rim Viewpoint and Transfer to Serengeti

• Travel towards Serengeti National Park, passing through the dense forest of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
• Stop at the Ngorongoro Crater rim viewpoint to admire the world's largest intact caldera and receive a briefing from your guide.
• Continue via Naabi Gate with a lunch box stop before entering central Serengeti.
• Enjoy an afternoon game drive across the endless plains, spotting wildlife directly from your vehicle.
• Transfer to your luxury campsite or hotel for an overnight stay.

4

Day 04

Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti

• Embark on a full-day game drive across Serengeti's breathtaking landscapes.
• Track prides of lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, buffalos, wildebeests, zebras, and wild dogs with your knowledgeable driver-guide.
• Witness the high concentration of predators and, during migration season, observe the Great Migration.
• Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before returning to your accommodation for the evening.

5

Day 05

Ngorongoro Crater Safari Adventure

• Depart early for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the crater for a game drive inside the caldera.
• Observe exceptional wildlife density, including rhinos, lions, elephants, and thousands of birds around the soda lake.
• Admire the spectacular crater views from the rim and explore diverse ecosystems of grassland, forest, and lake.
• Enjoy lunch at the Ngorongoro picnic site before ascending from the crater in the afternoon.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Professional guide
• Professional driver
• 4x4 safari jeep with pop-up roof
• Entrance fees
• Accommodation - luxury, mid-range, or budget
• Food, including vegetarian and gluten-sensitive options
• Supply of mineral water every day
• Rescue service

What's Not Included

• Tips/gratuities
• Balloon safari
• Souvenirs
• Liquor
• International flight
• Internal flight - we can arrange this service at an extra cost

What to bring

• Safari boots or casual shoes
• Khaki clothing
• Soft green shirt
• Camera
• Binoculars

Know before you go

• Tanzanian culture values greeting people and being kind to others.
• Do not sniff food in Tanzania, as it is considered taboo.
• Please note that local restaurants, local markets, and local shops do not accept US dollars - the medium of exchange is Tanzanian shillings.
• It is a cultural custom to greet people at any time and in any place.
• Tanzania's national language is Swahili; English is mainly spoken by educated people.
• Ugali is Tanzania's main food.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Arusha, Tanzania

Tour start

Tanzania

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.