Tanzania · Safari

5-Day Tanzania Wildlife Safari with Big Five and Serengeti

5 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Observe the wildebeest migration in Serengeti National Park
  • 02 Get a chance to view the Big Five in Ngorongoro Crater
  • 03 See Lake Manyara's scenic landscapes and tree-climbing lions
  • 04 Marvel at giant crocodiles near the Gurmeti River

It is a 5-day trip to see the Big Five and other interesting animals across Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro. You will have the opportunity to observe wild animals up close and take photos of the beautiful landscapes of Tanzania. The tour includes a professional guide, full board, and private use of a 4x4 Jeep with mineral water, snacks, power sockets, and binoculars supplied, while staying in carefully selected accommodation.

It is a 5-day trip to see the Big Five and other interesting animals across Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro.

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, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park
Languages English, French, German, Spanish, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arusha to Tarangire's Elephant Country

  • While lunchboxes are being packed, you will be picked up early in the morning from the resort to begin the stunning drive to Tarangire National Park. Once the wildlife drive is completed, we will transport you back to the lodge to unwind and spend the night.
  • Huge herds of elephants are a well-known feature of Tarangire National Park. You'll witness a range of environments here, including savannas and seasonal marshes.
  • During this time, the Tarangire River meanders through the parklands. You may observe leopards lounging in the trees above and a lion chasing its prey.
  • After the game drives are completed, we'll take you back to your lodge so you can unwind, have supper, and spend the night.

Accommodation: Crater Rim View Karatu

2
Day 02

Game Drive in Lake Manyara National Park

  • After breakfast, you depart for Lake Manyara National Park. The journey includes a game drive and carried lunch boxes.
  • Lake Manyara National Park is famous for its arboreal lions, which hide among the tree branches. You will also see numerous troops of baboons living in the forest, accompanying you along the road from the moment you enter the park.

Accommodation: Crater Rim View Karatu

3
Day 03

Into the Serengeti for Afternoon Game Drives

  • After breakfast, you will depart for Serengeti National Park on a game drive and enjoy lunch at a suitable place inside the park.
  • We will continue the game drive activity in the afternoon before reaching the camp. You will spend the following day inside the park on game drives.
  • Serengeti National Park is well known for its great migrating herds of zebra, antelope, and wildebeest. However, be ready to see resident predators such as leopards, cheetahs, and lions fulfilling their role in the circle of life.

Accommodation: Kontiki Serengeti Camp

4
Day 04

Morning Serengeti Safari and Transfer to Karatu

  • You will wake up early and enjoy a magical game drive in Serengeti National Park before departing in the afternoon for Karatu. Your accommodation for the night is near the Ngorongoro Crater.
  • Early the following morning, you descend into the crater for game viewing. Early mornings are the best time to see animals, as they are more active than during the rest of the day.

Accommodation: Crater Rim View Karatu

5
Day 05

Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive and Return to Arusha

  • After breakfast, you will descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive. Once you finish the game drive, you will be transported to Arusha, where our trip concludes.
  • The Ngorongoro Conservation Area contains the largest uninterrupted caldera in the world and is one of the natural wonders of Africa.
  • About 30,000 large mammals are resident here all year round, such as buffaloes, lions, elephants, cheetahs, and rhinos, along with a wide variety of birds such as flamingos, eagles, and buzzards. So be ready to see many animals here within a short time.
Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater

Where this trip takes you

Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater

The route

Where you'll travel

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

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • All applicable park entry fees as per the program
  • Government taxes and local levies
  • Unlimited game drives and all activities, unless labeled as optional
  • Service of an English-speaking professional driver-guide
  • All taxes/VAT
  • Pick-up and drop-off at the airport
  • Picnic lunch or hot lunch on safari, depending on the onward program
  • Meals on full board and accommodation on safari as indicated in the shared program, unless listed as an upgrade
  • Unlimited drinking water, as specified in the day-by-day section
  • Refreshments during safari in the safari vehicle
  • Private transport in a customized pop-up top 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with plugs to charge mobile phones and cameras, an intercooler to keep drinks cold, and a full AC system

What's Not Included

  • International flights (from/to home)
  • Domestic flight
  • Medical/luggage insurance
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (tipping guideline for safari guides: $10-20 per day)
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa entry fees upon arrival at the airport, etc.)
  • Government-imposed increases in taxes and/or park fees
  • Any extra orders at meals are not included. Set menu meals are part of the package.

What to bring

  • Camera and memory cards
  • Sweater or fleece pullover to keep warm
  • Sturdy boots or sandals
  • Sun hat
  • Sunglasses
  • T-shirts or polo shirts (2-5, depending on how often you want to change)
  • Sleeve shirts (lightweight)
  • Shorts
  • Long trousers
  • Socks
  • Sleepwear
  • Travel towel
  • Thermal underwear, gloves, and a warm hat (during May-Sept)
  • Raincoat and rain trousers (during the rainy season, Mar-May and Oct-Dec)
  • Binoculars
  • Sunscreen
  • Wet wipes
  • Insect repellent
  • Personal toiletries (soap, shampoo, toothbrush, eye drops, etc.)
  • Malaria tablets
  • Flashlight or headlamp
  • Chargers and extra batteries for your camera, phone, etc.
  • The power adapter to fit the UK-style electrical socket

Know before you go

  • This tour starts and ends in Arusha.
  • The operator can help select your international or domestic flights, but you must book them yourself.
  • Fly to/from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO - check price) near Arusha. Or fly to/from Arusha Airport (ARK - check price) via Dar es Salaam or Nairobi (Kenya).
  • A transfer from and back to the airport is included.
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost.

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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Estimated room rates

Single Room €1,349.00 — €3,246.00
Double Sharing €1,349.00 — €2,069.00

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