Tanzania · Wildlife

5-Day Tanzania Wildlife Safari from Arusha with Ngorongoro Crater

5 Days Round trip from Kilimanjaro Airport Rd Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the diverse wildlife of Lake Manyara National Park
  • 02 Witness the breathtaking beauty of the Ngorongoro Crater
  • 03 Experience thrilling game drives in Tarangire National Park
  • 04 Travel in a 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof for game viewing
  • 05 Stay at Green Mountain Hotel in Arusha and Ngare Lodge in Mto wa Mbu

Embark on a 5-day Tanzania wildlife safari from Arusha, exploring Lake Manyara National Park, the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park on rewarding game drives. Stay at Green Mountain Hotel and Ngare Lodge as you travel through Tanzania's stunning landscapes and encounter its diverse wildlife. This private safari combines comfortable standard accommodation, park visits, and classic safari experiences in northern Tanzania.

Embark on a 5-day Tanzania wildlife safari from Arusha, exploring Lake Manyara National Park, the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park on rewarding game drives.

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 No
Cities Arusha, Mount Kilimanjaro, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport and Transfer to Arusha

  • Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) on your morning, afternoon, or evening flight, you will meet our English-speaking driver and a colleague from the office for your transfer to your hotel in Arusha. You will arrive in time for morning, afternoon, or evening relaxation while waiting for dinner and your overnight stay.

Accommodation at Green Mountain Hotel

Meal Plan: Dinner & Breakfast

2
Day 02

Lake Manyara National Park Game Drive

  • After an early breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park, arriving in time for morning and afternoon game drives along with your picnic lunch. Later, drive out of the park and proceed to Mto wa Mbu in the Manyara region to your lodge, arriving for evening leisure, dinner, and your overnight stay.

Accommodation at Ngare Lodge

Meal Plan: Dinner, Breakfast & Picnic Lunch on departure

3
Day 03

Ngorongoro Crater Wildlife Experience

  • After breakfast, drive to the Ngorongoro Crater, arriving in time for morning and afternoon game drives along with your picnic lunch down in the crater. Later, drive back to Mto wa Mbu to your lodge, arriving in time for evening leisure, dinner, and your overnight stay.

Accommodation at Ngare Lodge

Meal Plan: Dinner, Breakfast & Picnic Lunch on departure

4
Day 04

Tarangire National Park Safari and Return to Arusha

  • After an early breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, arriving in time for morning and afternoon game drives along with your picnic lunch. Later, drive out of the park and proceed to Arusha to your standard lodge, arriving in time for evening leisure, dinner, and your overnight stay.

Accommodation at Green Mountain Hotel

Meal Plan: Dinner & Breakfast

5
Day 05

Departure Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport

  • After breakfast, depending on your flight schedule, you will be transferred to the airport or departure point for your journey back home or onward to your next destination.
Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park

Where this trip takes you

Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park

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

  • Experienced and knowledgeable English-speaking safari guide
  • Pick-up at JRO and drop-off in Arusha on the 1st day
  • Transfer to JRO on the last day
  • All park entry and crater fees
  • VAT 18%
  • Thermos with hot tea/coffee and picnic gear during picnic lunch
  • 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof for game viewing
  • Bottled water throughout the entire trip
  • All accommodations under the program

What's Not Included

  • All accommodations that were not mentioned
  • All flight schedules
  • Visas and insurance cover
  • Tips for the driver/guide
  • Optional Maasai Boma visit at $50 per vehicle
  • Any increase in taxes and park fees
  • Laundry services and drinks while at the hotel and lodge
  • All items of a personal nature
  • Tips for the lodge staff
  • All other activities that were not mentioned
  • All applicable supplements during festive seasons

What to bring

  • Adapters
  • Antibiotic tablets, just in case you get flu (ask your doctor)
  • Antihistamine tablets
  • Anti-nausea tablets
  • Basic medical kit (Aspirin, Band-Aids, Imodium)
  • Beanie
  • Binoculars
  • Books (should you want to read during leisure time)
  • Bug repellent
  • Camera
  • Cell phone charger
  • Comfortable shoes (sneakers, sandals, boots)
  • Duffel or soft-sided bag
  • Ear drops, cough drops, etc.
  • Fleece zip-up jacket
  • General toiletries you use daily
  • Hat
  • Hooded jacket
  • Jeans
  • Lightweight pants and shorts
  • Lip balm
  • Long- and short-sleeve shirts
  • Malaria tablets (recommended by your travel clinic/doctor)
  • Nail scissors, clippers, tweezers
  • Passports
  • Prescription glasses - be sure to pack more than one set (should you lose a pair)
  • Prescription medication as per your doctor
  • Scarf
  • Socks
  • Sun protection cream SPF 20 or higher
  • Sunglasses
  • Swim suit
  • Tissues/wet wipes
  • Toothpaste and toothbrush
  • Torch
  • Vaccine certificates
  • Travel insurance documents

Know before you go

  • The tour is private and based on standard accommodations.
  • Any other special requirements can be shared in advance.
  • The 4x4 safari vehicle is to be shared with a maximum of 6 travelers.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Kilimanjaro International Airport, Kilimanjaro Airport Road, Tanzania
Tour start
Kilimanjaro Airport Rd, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 days finish where they began, in Kilimanjaro Airport Rd.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $1,300.00 — $2,500.00
Double Sharing $1,300.00

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