Tanzania · Safari

5-Day Tanzania Safari through Tarangire Serengeti and Ngorongoro

5 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Game viewing in Tarangire National Park
  • 02 Chance to witness the wildebeest migration in Serengeti National Park
  • 03 Full-day safari in Serengeti National Park with opportunities to spot the Big 5
  • 04 Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a day of wildlife viewing
  • 05 Bird's-eye view of the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater from the rim

Satisfy your thrill-seeking side on this 5-day safari through some of Tanzania's most iconic wildlife destinations. Explore Tarangire National Park on a game drive, continue to the famous Serengeti National Park for Big 5 sightings and the chance to witness the wildebeest migration, and visit Ngorongoro Crater for exceptional wildlife viewing, exotic birds, and bull elephants in their natural habitat. With overnight stays in tented camps and a lodge, this journey combines classic safari experiences with remarkable landscapes.

Expect to see the Big 5 and multiple colourful bird species as you explore the wilderness until sunset.

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 for Sunset Game Viewing

  • Meet your guide in Arusha and set out to begin your tour.

  • Drive to Tarangire National Park for game viewing until late evening, around sunset.

Dinner and overnight stay at a tented camp.

2
Day 02

Through Ngorongoro Highlands to Serengeti

  • Travel to the famous Serengeti National Park, home of the Great Migration.

  • Drive up through the crater highlands, stopping at the rim for a bird's-eye view of the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater.

  • Stop at the famous Oldupai Gorge and visit the small museum.

  • Set out on an afternoon game drive in the Serengeti.

Overnight at Katikati tented camp.

3
Day 03

Full-Day Serengeti Safari

  • Enjoy breakfast and depart for a full-day safari in Serengeti National Park, with lunch in the bush. Expect to see the Big 5 and multiple colourful bird species as you explore the wilderness until sunset.

Overnight at Katikati tented camp.

4
Day 04

Early Morning Safari and Transfer to Ngorongoro

  • Wake up very early for an early morning safari before breakfast. Spot the animals when they are more active and enjoy a fantastic sunrise in front of you. After the game drive, return to the camp for brunch.

  • Transfer to Ngorongoro.

Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at Rhino Lodge.

5
Day 05

Ngorongoro Crater Wildlife Viewing and Return to Arusha

  • Leave very early in the morning and descend to the crater floor for a day of wildlife viewing in one of the most incredible places on Earth.

  • Stop for a picnic lunch near the hippo lake, then continue with more wildlife viewing in the afternoon.

  • Drive up the steep road out of the crater and return to Arusha.

Tarangire National Park game plains, Serengeti National Park wildebeest migration, Ngorongoro Crater rim views

Where this trip takes you

Tarangire National Park game plains, Serengeti National Park wildebeest migration, Ngorongoro Crater rim views

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

  • Full briefing before your trip

  • English-speaking Tanzanian driver and safari guide

  • Private 4WD Land Cruiser with pop-up roof, ideal for game viewing and sightseeing

  • Park entrance fees

  • Accommodation for 4 nights

  • 3 meals per day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

  • 1.5 litres of water per day

  • Government taxes and 18% V.A.T.

What's Not Included

  • Tips and gratuities

  • Personal expenses

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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