Tanzania · Safari

5-Day Safari in Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Tarangire National Parks

5 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Find elephants in large groups and tree-climbing pythons at Tarangire National Park
  • 02 Enjoy game drives in Serengeti National Park, home to the Great wildebeest migration
  • 03 Look out for big cats on the hunt while enjoying sunrise over the Serengeti plains
  • 04 Descend over 600 meters into Ngorongoro Crater for rewarding wildlife viewing
  • 05 Visit Magadi Lake to spot flamingos, hippos, and other water birds

Explore Tanzania's iconic wildlife destinations on a 5-day safari through Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and Ngorongoro Crater. Look for large elephant herds and tree-climbing pythons in Tarangire, enjoy game drives across the Serengeti plains, and discover the rich wildlife of Ngorongoro, including flamingos and other birdlife at Magadi Lake. With accommodation, meals as specified, drinking water, transportation, and a professional driver/guide included, this safari offers an immersive journey through some of the country's most celebrated national parks.

Early in the morning, go for a game drive and look out for big cats on the hunt while enjoying the sunrise over the Serengeti plains.

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 Not applicable
Cities Arusha, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arusha to Tarangire National Park Safari

  • After breakfast, head to Tarangire National Park, often referred to as the "Home of elephants".

  • Upon arrival, enjoy a game drive to spot elephants in large groups gathering around the Tarangire River, along with other animals such as leopards, lions, giraffes, and even tree-climbing pythons.

  • After lunch, head out for another game drive or relax at the camp.

Dinner and overnight stay at Kirurumo Tented Camp.

Meals & drinks: All meals, drinking water. (Other drinks not included)

2
Day 02

Tarangire to Serengeti National Park

  • After an early morning breakfast, depart for Serengeti National Park. Upon arrival, go for game drives or relax at the campsite.

Overnight stay at Angata Serengeti Tented Camp.

Meals & drinks: All meals, drinking water. (Other drinks not included)

3
Day 03

Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti National Park

  • Get set for a full-day game drive and explore the famous Serengeti National Park, home to the Great wildebeest migration and other animals such as zebras, Thomson's gazelles, and large predators, including lions, cheetahs, and hyenas. Many smaller animals, such as rock hyrax and monkeys, also inhabit this area, along with 500 different varieties of birds.

  • In the evening, drive back to the camp.

Overnight stay at Angata Serengeti Tented Camp.

Meals & drinks: All meals, drinking water. (Other drinks not included)

4
Day 04

Serengeti Sunrise Game Drive to Ngorongoro Crater

  • Early in the morning, go for a game drive and look out for big cats on the hunt while enjoying the sunrise over the Serengeti plains. Return to camp for brunch.

  • After brunch, proceed towards Ngorongoro Crater.

  • Upon arrival, relax at the lodge.

Dinner and overnight stay at Rhino Lodge.

Meals & drinks: All meals, drinking water. (Other drinks not included)

5
Day 05

Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive to Arusha

  • After breakfast, go for a game drive in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

  • Descend over 600 meters into the crater for a closer view of the wildlife. Ngorongoro National Park is home to a wide variety of animals, including herds of zebra, buffalo, eland, warthog, hippo, lions, hyenas, jackals, cheetahs, and giant African elephants.

  • Visit Magadi Lake, where several flamingos, hippos, and other water birds can be seen. Have your lunch here.

  • Depart for Arusha. End of tour.

Meals & drinks: Breakfast & lunch, drinking water. (Other drinks not included)

Tarangire National Park, Tarangire River, Serengeti plains, Ngorongoro Crater

Where this trip takes you

Tarangire National Park, Tarangire River, Serengeti plains, Ngorongoro Crater

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Arusha 4 cities · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Government-imposed increase of park fees and/or taxes

  • Park fees (for non-residents)

  • All activities

  • Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)

  • Drinking water (on all days)

  • All accommodation (unless listed as an upgrade)

  • A professional driver/guide

  • All transportation

  • All taxes/VAT

What's Not Included

  • Accommodation on the day before the tour departs

  • Accommodation on the last day

  • International flights (from/to home)

  • Tips (tipping guideline: US$10.00 pp per day)

  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Arusha, Tanzania
Tour start
Arusha, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 days finish where they began, in Arusha.

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