Tanzania · Safari

5-Day Honeymoon Safari in Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Tarangire

5 Days Round trip from Babati Rural Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Tarangire's iconic baobab trees and one of the largest elephant populations in Tanzania
  • 02 Enjoy guided game drives in wildlife-rich habitats with chances to spot lions, leopards, and giraffes
  • 03 Experience thrilling game drives in the Seronera area, home to abundant predators and year-round wildlife
  • 04 Visit hippo pools and explore diverse ecosystems within Serengeti National Park
  • 05 Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and wildlife paradise
  • 06 Encounter the Big Five in one of the world's most concentrated game-viewing areas

Embark on an unforgettable 5-day Tanzania safari adventure from Arusha through Tarangire National Park, the vast plains of Serengeti National Park, and the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater. Enjoy thrilling game drives led by a professional safari guide as you search for the Big Five, encounter herds of elephants, and possibly witness parts of the Great Migration. Explore diverse landscapes, from baobab-filled woodlands to endless savannahs and the world's largest intact volcanic caldera, while staying in comfortable lodges and enjoying scenic picnic lunches.

Embark on an unforgettable 5-day Tanzania safari adventure from Arusha through Tarangire National Park, the vast plains of Serengeti National Park, and the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater.

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

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arusha to Tarangire National Park Safari

  • Begin the day with a 7:00 AM pickup from your hotel in Arusha by your professional safari guide.
  • Depart for Tarangire National Park, known for its vast landscapes dotted with baobab trees and impressive elephant populations.

  • Enter the park and embark on a thrilling game drive, observing large herds of elephants, wildebeest, zebra, giraffes, and over 500 species of birds.

  • Explore the swamps and riverbanks where wildlife congregates during the dry season.

  • Enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated site within the park.

  • Continue the afternoon game drive and capture incredible photos of the park's unique beauty.

  • Drive to Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay.

2
Day 02

Karatu to Serengeti via Ngorongoro Conservation Area

  • Wake up early and enjoy a hearty breakfast at your lodge.
  • Depart for Serengeti National Park, passing through the scenic highlands and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

  • Descend into the vast Serengeti Plains, one of the world's most celebrated wildlife regions.

  • Head towards the Seronera area, known for year-round wildlife due to the presence of the Seronera River.

  • Stop for a picnic lunch en route and enjoy game viewing along the way.

  • Arrive at your lodge or tented camp in central Serengeti by late afternoon.

Relax and enjoy dinner while taking in the sounds of the African wilderness.

3
Day 03

Full-Day Wildlife Exploration in Serengeti

  • Wake up with the sunrise and begin a full day of wildlife exploration in the Seronera area.
  • Spot early-morning predators like lions, leopards, and hyenas returning from or beginning their hunts.

  • Enjoy a bush picnic breakfast or return to the lodge for a late breakfast.

  • Continue the game drive in pursuit of the Big Five, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and more.

  • Stop for a scenic picnic lunch at a safe spot within the park.

  • Visit the hippo pool and other prime wildlife areas, and depending on the season, witness parts of the Great Migration.

  • Conclude the day with a golden-hour game drive as the sun sets over the savannah.

  • Return to the lodge for a restful dinner and overnight stay.

4
Day 04

Serengeti to Ngorongoro with Balloon Safari

  • Begin the day with an early balloon safari in Serengeti.
  • Enjoy a safe landing, with champagne and an English breakfast.
  • Depart Serengeti with a final en-route game drive toward Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

  • Pass through open plains, woodlands, and rolling hills filled with wildlife sightings.

  • Arrive at your accommodation on the rim or near the crater and enjoy the breathtaking views.

  • Learn about the area's significance, including its rich fossil history and Maasai presence.

  • Relax at the lodge with dinner and prepare for the next day's crater descent.

5
Day 05

Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Arusha

  • Start the day early with a descent into the Ngorongoro Crater, the world's largest intact volcanic caldera.
  • Experience a game drive on the crater floor, home to an incredible concentration of wildlife including the Big Five.

  • Stop for a picnic lunch near the hippo pool, surrounded by scenic landscapes.

  • Continue with a short afternoon game drive for final sightings of lions, elephants, rhinos, and more.

  • Ascend from the crater and begin your drive back to Arusha, reflecting on your safari adventure.

  • Arrive in Arusha by around 5:00 PM and get dropped off at your hotel or preferred location.

End of safari.

Tarangire National Park baobab trees, Serengeti National Park plains, Seronera area predators, Ngorongoro Crater floor

Where this trip takes you

Tarangire National Park baobab trees, Serengeti National Park plains, Seronera area predators, Ngorongoro Crater floor

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Babati Rural 5 cities · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • All transfers throughout the safari

  • All entry fees for non-residents

  • The Ngorongoro Crater fee

  • Transportation and game drives in a 4x4 luxury safari vehicle

  • A professional and experienced safari guide

  • Multiple game drives in all listed parks

  • Accommodation as outlined in the itinerary

  • All applicable taxes and VAT

  • Meals as specified in the itinerary

  • Soft drinks during game drives and meals

  • Snacks for in-between meal refreshment

What's Not Included

  • All international and domestic flights

  • Additional accommodation before or after the tour unless specified

  • Tips for guides, drivers, and lodge staff

  • Personal items such as souvenirs, travel insurance, and visa fees

  • Any government-imposed taxes or levies not mentioned in the itinerary

What to bring

  • All safari items

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Arusha Region, Tanzania
Tour start
Babati Rural, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 days finish where they began, in Babati Rural.

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