Tanzania · Safari

5-Day Tanzania Safari to Lake Manyara, Tarangire and Ngorongoro

5 Days Round trip from Kilimanjaro Airport Rd Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Safari at Lake Manyara National Park, home to more than 350 bird species
02 Look out for the famous Big Five at Ngorongoro Crater
03 See a huge number of elephants at Tarangire National Park
04 Marvel at colossal termite mounds and ancient baobab trees in Tarangire

Enjoy a unique and unforgettable safari experience as you explore some of Tanzania's most remarkable national parks. Spot tree-climbing lions and water birds at Lake Manyara, see ostriches, colossal termite mounds, and ancient baobab trees at Tarangire, and enjoy scenic game drives in Ngorongoro Crater. This 5-day tour also offers the chance to look for the Big Five while discovering the landscapes and wildlife of northern Tanzania.

Spot tree-climbing lions and water birds at Lake Manyara, see ostriches, colossal termite mounds, and ancient baobab trees at Tarangire, and enjoy scenic game drives in Ngorongoro Crater.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Arusha, Mount Kilimanjaro, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park

Languages Afrikaans, English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport

Pick up from Kilimanjaro International Airport and check in at your hotel in Arusha.

Day 02

Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast, you will be picked up at 8:00 a.m. from your hotel by your Lake Manyara National Park tour guide to see water birds and tree-climbing lions.
Participate in a game drive and enjoy views of the Rift Valley.

Accommodation, lunch, and dinner at a lodge in Karatu.

Day 03

Karatu to Tarangire National Park

After breakfast in Karatu, drive to Tarangire National Park to marvel at the colossal termite mounds and ancient baobab trees.
See ostriches, baobabs, African elephants, as well as the Tarangire River.
Have your lunch, provided by the guide.

Dinner and accommodation at a campsite outside Tarangire National Park.

Day 04

Tarangire to Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, drive to Ngorongoro Crater early in the morning for a scenic game drive.
Go on a game drive for three hours.

Accommodation, lunch, and dinner at Lemala Ngorongoro Camp.

Day 05

Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive and Return to Arusha

Participate in a three-hour game drive and see how carnivores and other meat-eaters feed on their prey.
Drive back to Arusha city.

Accommodation and meals in Arusha.

Where this trip takes you

Tree-climbing lions at Lake Manyara National Park, colossal baobabs and termite mounds in Tarangire National Park, wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Kilimanjaro Airport Rd 5 cities · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Accommodation
Bedding (sheets, pillow, blanket/sleeping bags)
Meals
Park fees
Activities
A bottle of mineral water while on safari
English-speaking Tanzanian safari tour guide

What's Not Included

International airfare
Personal items
Tips for the driver/guide
Pick-up and drop-off service

Know before you go

If you would like to go on a day trip to a waterfall, hot spring, or coffee tour, this can be added, but the price will be different.
If you would like to do volunteering, a place can be arranged, but make sure you have a visa and passport that allow you to stay here for no less than three months.

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