Tanzania · Safari

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

5 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Witness the awe-inspiring herds of elephants in Tarangire National Park
02 Experience the vastness of the Serengeti and its incredible wildlife
03 Marvel at the annual wildebeest migration, a true natural spectacle
04 Explore the remarkable Ngorongoro Crater, home to diverse wildlife

Embark on a 5-day mid-range Tanzania wildlife safari to Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro, filled with unforgettable moments. Witness magnificent herds of elephants and diverse wildlife in Tarangire National Park, then immerse yourself in the vastness of the Serengeti, where the annual wildebeest migration unfolds before your eyes. Explore the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a haven for diverse wildlife, from lions and leopards to grazing animals like wildebeest and zebra.

Witness magnificent herds of elephants and diverse wildlife in Tarangire National Park, then immerse yourself in the vastness of the Serengeti, where the annual wildebeest migration unfolds before your eyes.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Arusha, Moshi, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park

Languages English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Drive from Arusha or Moshi to Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, you will pack your safari bags, and our driver will pick you up from your hotel in the morning. The safari begins with a drive southwest to Tarangire National Park. The park offers a diversity of landscapes, including grasslands and acacia woodlands, and is known for its huge elephant herds and the many animals that gather at the river and swamps. Wildlife ranges from swarms of yellow-breasted lovebirds to kudus, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, and impalas. Predators include lions, leopards, and hyenas, while wild dogs are rare. In the late afternoon, you will leave the park and drive to nearby lodges in Manyara for an overnight stay.

Day 02

Drive to Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, head towards Serengeti National Park via the beautiful high-lying farmland of Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Leaving the highlands behind, descend into the heart of wild Africa - Serengeti National Park. Continue to the central park area, known as Seronera, one of the richest wildlife habitats in the park. Arrive in time for lunch and enjoy an afternoon game drive in Serengeti National Park. Dinner and overnight stay at Sopa Lodge.

Day 03

Game Drive in Serengeti National Park

Today, you will enjoy a game drive in Serengeti National Park. The most prominent feature of this park is the annual wildebeest migration. Dinner and overnight stay will be at Sopa Lodge.

Day 04

Serengeti to Ngorongoro

After a light early breakfast at the lodge, continue with a game drive in the Serengeti until lunchtime. Enjoy a game drive en route to Ngorongoro.

Day 05

Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha or Moshi

After breakfast, drive to Ngorongoro Crater and get ready to see the crater and its wildlife. You will have lunch inside the crater, and after that, you will begin the drive out around midday to Arusha or Moshi.

Where this trip takes you

Tarangire National Park elephant herds, Seronera in Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Arusha 6 cities · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Transportation in a 4x4 safari vehicle
Professional, English-speaking guide and safari cook
Meals according to the itinerary
Mineral water (3 litres per person per day)
Camping equipment (tents, sleeping mats, camping furniture, etc.)
All national park fees

What's Not Included

Extras at the lodges, such as drinks, telephone, laundry, etc.
International and internal flights
Tips - recommended
Extra activities
Sleeping bags
Anything not listed in the inclusions

What to bring

Packing list for safari
- 1-2 long-sleeved shirts
- Warm sweater or light jacket (the temperature in Ngorongoro falls to 0 degrees Celsius in the evening and in the morning)
- Regular light shirts or T-shirts (preferably one for every day of safari)
- 1-2 pairs of light cotton trousers; avoid blue or black clothes, as these can attract tsetse flies and make your safari uncomfortable.
- Shorts or a loose skirt for ladies
- Swimsuit or trunks (most lodges offer a swimming pool)
- A hat for the sun (a visor or another cap is also acceptable)
- Camera and memory cards
- Flashlight
- Binoculars
- Binoculars (8x32 or 10x42)
- Sunscreen
- Hand sanitiser and wet wipes
- Insect repellent
- Personal toiletries (soap, shampoo, toothbrush, eye drops, etc.)
- Malaria tablets
- Basic first aid kit and prescription medicines, although you will have first aid in the jeep.
- You may notice that many travellers on safari wear khaki or neutral colours and avoid bright white or fluorescent colours. There are several reasons for this: firstly, you will blend in with nature better by wearing neutral tones, whether you are walking or seated in the car; secondly, some areas of Tanzania are very dusty, and khaki-coloured items are less likely to show discolouration from safari dust than white garments.
Medications you should take on safari
- Remember, every Altezza safari vehicle is stocked with a basic first-aid kit. If you have prescription medications or special needs, please come prepared with the necessary medications.
- Antimalarial drugs (such as Malarone and Lariam)
- Tablets for motion sickness if you are susceptible
- Antihistamines for allergies (Claritin, Loratadine, Azelastine), which can be difficult to purchase in Tanzania
- Inhaler for asthma relief, as the dust may aggravate asthmatic symptoms
Any prescription medications you may require
- These pesky insects are only active in the early morning and evening, likely when you are already back at your accommodation for the evening. Alternatively, wearing a long-sleeved shirt can help deter mosquitoes as well.
- The equatorial sun is strong in Tanzania, and you are likely to be at a higher elevation throughout your Tanzanian safari, especially in Ngorongoro or the highlands. Choose a product with SPF 40 protection or higher to protect your skin.