Tanzania · Safari

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

5 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Tarangire National Park, known for its giant baobabs and large elephant herds
  • 02 Discover the wildlife-rich plains of the Serengeti during exciting game drives
  • 03 Witness the Great Wildebeest Migration, depending on the season
  • 04 Visit a traditional Maasai village for a cultural interaction
  • 05 Enjoy panoramic views from the Ngorongoro Crater rim
  • 06 Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a chance to spot the Big Five

Experience an unforgettable 5-day safari adventure through Tanzania's most iconic national parks. Explore Tarangire National Park, known for its giant baobabs and large elephant herds, continue to the endless plains of the Serengeti for thrilling game drives and the chance to witness the Great Wildebeest Migration, and discover the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, home to the Big Five. Enjoy a cultural encounter with the Maasai people, stay in comfortable lodges and camps, and travel in a private 4x4 vehicle with a professional guide.

Look for elephants, zebras, giraffes, wildebeest, buffalo, lions, leopards, cheetahs, and over 400 species of birds.

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, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park
Languages English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Tanzania and Transfer to Arusha

  • Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you will be met by your driver.
  • Transfer to your hotel in Arusha for check-in and rest after your flight.

  • Spend the remainder of the day relaxing at your lodge or exploring the surrounding area at leisure.

  • In the evening, attend a safari briefing to review the upcoming itinerary with your guide.

Overnight at your lodge in Arusha.
Meal Plan: Bed and Breakfast included.

2
Day 02

Tarangire National Park Safari from Arusha

  • Depart after breakfast for Tarangire National Park, approximately a 2 to 3-hour drive.
  • Pass through the Maasai Steppe and traditional villages en route to the park gate.

  • Begin your game drive immediately upon entry, exploring the park's diverse landscapes of baobab trees, acacia woodlands, and the Tarangire River.

  • Look for elephants, zebras, giraffes, wildebeest, buffalo, lions, leopards, cheetahs, and over 400 species of birds.

  • In the late afternoon, drive towards the lodge located in the lush Marera Valley.

Enjoy dinner and relax at the lodge.
Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

3
Day 03

Journey to Serengeti via Ngorongoro Highlands

  • Enjoy breakfast before departing for Serengeti National Park.
  • Pass through the Ngorongoro Highlands and stop at the Crater Viewpoint for spectacular views.

  • Visit a traditional Maasai village for a cultural experience and interaction with local tribespeople.

  • Continue the journey through the vast Serengeti Plains, pausing for a packed lunch at Naabi Hill Gate or scenic Kopjes.

  • Begin your afternoon game drive across the Serengeti in search of predators and migratory herds.

  • Arrive at your safari camp in time for dinner and overnight rest.
    Accommodation: Serengeti Safari Camp
    Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

4
Day 04

Morning Serengeti Game Drive to Ngorongoro

  • Begin early with breakfast and a morning game drive to witness predators in action and herds of wildebeest.
  • Search for lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and other iconic African species on the Serengeti plains.

  • Depart the Serengeti with an en-route game drive as you head towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

  • Arrive at the lodge located on the crater rim or in a nearby area for an evening of relaxation and dinner.
    Accommodation: Rhino Lodge
    Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

5
Day 05

Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Arusha

  • Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater early in the morning for a game drive on the crater floor.
  • Explore one of the most wildlife-rich areas in Africa, home to elephants, black rhinos, hippos, lions, and large flocks of flamingos.

  • Enjoy a picnic lunch near the crater's lake.

  • After the game drive, ascend and drive back to Arusha.

  • Drop-off at either your hotel in Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport, depending on your departure plans.
    Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch included.

Tarangire National Park baobabs, Serengeti Plains and Kopjes, Ngorongoro Crater

Where this trip takes you

Tarangire National Park baobabs, Serengeti Plains and Kopjes, Ngorongoro Crater

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Arusha 4 cities · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Park fees (for non-residents)
  • All activities (unless labeled as optional)
  • All accommodation (unless listed as an upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation (unless labeled as optional)
  • All taxes/VAT
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Drinks (as specified in the day-by-day section)

What's Not Included

  • International flights (from/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (tipping guideline: US$10.00 per person per day)
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government-imposed increases in taxes and/or park fees

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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