5-Day Tanzania Sharing Safari from Arusha with Serengeti and Ngorongoro

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Discover Tarangire's iconic baobab trees and large elephant herds
• 02 Witness the spectacular wildlife of the Serengeti
• 03 Marvel at the Ngorongoro Crater, home to wildlife including lions, elephants, and rhinos
• 04 Relax by picturesque Lake Manyara, famous for its tree-climbing lions and abundant birdlife

Experience the ultimate Tanzanian adventure on this 5-day safari from Arusha through some of the country's most celebrated wildlife destinations. Travel across the stunning landscapes of Tarangire National Park, the vast plains of the Serengeti, and the remarkable Ngorongoro Crater as you search for the Big Five. Continue to beautiful Lake Manyara, known for its tree-climbing lions and abundant birdlife. This safari is ideal for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

Leaving the highlands behind, you will enter the heart of wild Africa - Serengeti National Park - with its endless plains rolling into the distance as far as the eye can see.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

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

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Arrival in Tanzania

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

2

Day 02

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

• After an early morning breakfast, our driver will pick you up at the Arusha Tourist Inn Hotel and take you to Tarangire National Park. You will enjoy a morning game drive and a boxed lunch along the way.
• Later in the day, you will arrive at the Lilac Campsite, where you will settle in, enjoy dinner, and then turn in for the night to prepare for the amazing adventure ahead.

3

Day 03

Tarangire to Serengeti National Park

• After breakfast, you will drive to Serengeti National Park, enjoying the beautiful high-lying farmland of Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area along the way.
• Leaving the highlands behind, you will enter the heart of wild Africa - Serengeti National Park - with its endless plains rolling into the distance as far as the eye can see.
• You will head to the central area of the park, known as Seronera, one of the richest wildlife habitats.
• In this part of the park, you will visit the Seronera River, which provides a valuable water source to the area and attracts wildlife representative of most of the Serengeti's species.
• You will arrive in time for lunch and, afterwards, enjoy an afternoon game drive in Serengeti National Park.
• Later in the day, you will have dinner and your overnight stay at Seronera Camp [nguchiro camp site].

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Day 04

Serengeti Sunrise Game Drive to Ngorongoro

• Today, you will wake up early, have a cup of coffee, and set off for a sunrise game drive until late in the morning.
• You will then return to the campsite for brunch.
• After your meal, you will check out and set off on an exciting game drive in the Serengeti. Later, you will drive to the Ngorongoro Crater.
• You will check in and enjoy dinner and your overnight stay at the Ngorongoro Simba Campsite.

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Day 05

Ngorongoro Crater Safari

• After breakfast, you will drive to the crater for the crater tour. Your expert guide will take you in search of the big game. The animals allow you to get up close for great photos. This is one of Tanzania's top parks for wildlife numbers. You are likely to see most of the "Big Five," with lion, buffalo, and elephant being almost certain, rhino relatively likely, and leopard a little more elusive. You are also likely to see great numbers of zebra, wildebeest, and spotted hyenas.
• Later in the day, you will ascend back up the crater and head to the Lilac Campsite for dinner and your overnight stay.

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Day 06

Lake Manyara and Maasai Village to Arusha

• After breakfast, you will check out and set off for an exciting game drive in Lake Manyara National Park with a packed lunch. The lake occupies a large area of the park, and the forest begins just after you cross the park gate along the base of the Great Rift Valley, with the hot spring to the west of the park. The park is home to the famous tree-climbing lion, buffalo, giraffe, hippo, and troops of baboon. You will also see the majestic pink flamingo, ostrich, Egyptian geese, and more.
• After your picnic lunch, you will take part in an afternoon game drive. Later, drive to a Maasai village to experience the different activities and cultures of the Maasai people.
• In the evening, you will drive back to Arusha for dinner and your overnight stay. This is where your safari will end.

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Day 07

Departure and End of Tour

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Park fees (for non-residents)
• All activities
• All accommodation (unless listed as upgrade)
• Camping equipment
• A professional driver/guide
• All transportation
• All taxes/VAT
• Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
• Drinking water (on all days)
• Sleeping bag

What's Not Included

• International flights (from/to home)
• Roundtrip airport transfer
• Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
• Bath towels
• Tips (tipping guideline: US$10.00 pp per day)
• Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
• The government-imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

What to bring

• Travel documents and currency
• Versatile clothing
• Sturdy and comfortable footwear
• Medical kit
• Toiletries
• Sun protection
• Electronics and gadgets
• Baggage

Know before you go

• We provide a unique dream travel experience in Tanzania, magnificent images, and most importantly, amazing wildlife and people. Our trips include safari tours to the most emblematic parks in Tanzania, hiking experiences at Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru, Zanzibar beach relaxation and excursions, as well as day tours and excursions to local tribes (Hadzabe [Bushmen], Gidangodigi [Blacksmith], Dat).
• Airport transfers can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Additional accommodation at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost.

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.