5-Day Tanzania Safari from Arusha with Ngorongoro and Lake Eyasi

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore Tarangire National Park, known for elephant herds and unique baobab trees
• 02 Discover diverse wildlife on a full-day tour of the Ngorongoro Crater
• 03 Engage with the Hadzabe tribe through cultural activities and traditional hunting
• 04 Spot tree-climbing lions during a game drive at Lake Manyara National Park

Embark on a 5-day Tanzanian adventure from Arusha through some of the country's most remarkable wildlife and cultural landscapes. Explore Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant herds and distinctive baobab trees, then spend a full day in the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO site rich in wildlife such as lions, elephants, and rhinos. At Lake Eyasi, engage with the Hadza tribe through cultural activities, including traditional hunting. Conclude with a game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions and vibrant flamingos.

At Lake Eyasi, engage with the Hadza tribe through cultural activities, including traditional hunting.

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 Yes

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

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Arrival in Arusha

• Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport.
• Transfer to Arusha for an overnight stay.

2

Day 02

Tarangire National Park Game Drive

• Drive to Tarangire National Park (2 hours) for a game drive.
• Enjoy a packed lunch at a picnic site and continue the game drive.
• Drive to Karatu for an overnight stay.

3

Day 03

Full-Day Ngorongoro Crater Safari

• Early morning drive to Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day tour.
• Enjoy a packed lunch in the crater.
• Drive back to Karatu for an overnight stay.

4

Day 04

Lake Eyasi Cultural Experience

• Drive to Lake Eyasi for a cultural experience with the local tribes.
• Participate in activities such as hunting with the indigenous people.
• Return to Karatu for an overnight stay.

5

Day 05

Lake Manyara Safari and Return to Arusha

• Drive to Lake Manyara National Park for a morning game drive.
• After lunch, drive back to Arusha.
• Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Transfer to and from the airport
• Transport during the safari with a professional driver-guide
• Crater service fees
• Eyasi fees
• Accommodation based on full board
• Drinking water: 2 liters per person per day
• Complimentary Wi-Fi during the safari

What's Not Included

• Items of a personal nature
• Tips for the driver-guide
• Entry visa
• International flight tickets
• Flight to Zanzibar ($220 if requested)

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Parks Adventure Limited, Goliondoi Road, Arusha, Tanzania

Tour start

Arusha, Tanzania

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.