Tanzania · Safari

5-Day Tanzania Safari to Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Serengeti

5 Days Round trip from Tarangire National Park Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Tarangire National Park, home to giant elephant herds and baobab trees
  • 02 Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater to spot the rare black rhino
  • 03 Traverse the vast Serengeti plains on thrilling game drives in search of the Big Five
  • 04 Soar above the wilderness on a scenic flight from Serengeti to Zanzibar

Embark on a classic safari through Tanzania's iconic landscapes, from Tarangire's giant elephant herds and baobab trees to the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater and the vast Serengeti plains. Track elephants, rhinos, lions, big cats, and migrating herds on thrilling game drives, while camping close to nature and enjoying breathtaking sunrises. Your adventure ends with a scenic flight to Zanzibar, where unforgettable safari memories give way to the island's serene beaches.

Embark on a classic safari through Tanzania's iconic landscapes, from Tarangire's giant elephant herds and baobab trees to the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater and the vast Serengeti plains.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Arusha, Zanzibar, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park
Languages English, French, German, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Into the Elephant Playground at Tarangire National Park

  • Depart early from your Arusha hotel and drive south to Tarangire National Park.
  • Arrive at the picnic site by noon for lunch.
  • Enjoy an afternoon game drive to spot elephants, buffalo, lions, wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles.
  • Look out for birdlife such as the giant kingfisher, hoopoe, and white-bellied go-away bird.
  • Take in scenic highlights including baobab trees, rolling savannah, and acacia woodland.

Dinner and overnight at the campsite.

Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
Meals & Drinks: Lunch, dinner, drinking water (breakfast not included)

2
Day 02

Explore the Wonders of Ngorongoro Crater

  • Set out early in the morning for a game drive into Ngorongoro Crater.
  • Explore the world's largest volcanic caldera, with its mix of grassland, forest, and swamp.
  • Spot elephants, lions, leopards, hyenas, jackals, hippos, waterbucks, baboons, and rare black rhinos.
  • Learn about Maasai co-existence in this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks: All meals included, drinking water (other drinks not included)

3
Day 03

Journey into the Endless Plains of Serengeti

  • Have breakfast and collect your lunch boxes.
  • Drive west and north to the legendary Serengeti National Park.
  • Enjoy a picnic lunch en route, with wildlife spotting opportunities along the way.
  • Continue with an afternoon game drive across grasslands, savannahs, woodlands, and river valleys.
  • Keep watch for elephants, buffalo, lions, leopards, cheetahs, hippos, and crocodiles.

Dinner and overnight at a basic campsite.

Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
Meals & Drinks: All meals included, drinking water (other drinks not included)

4
Day 04

A Full Day of Wildlife Encounters in the Serengeti

  • Wake up to the sounds and sights of the Serengeti.
  • Spend the day on a full-day game drive with your expert driver-guide.
  • An optional hot-air balloon safari at dawn is available for $595 per person and must be booked in advance.
  • The balloon flight lasts approximately 60-90 minutes, depending on the wind.
  • Enjoy a bush breakfast with champagne.
  • Continue with afternoon and evening game drives to witness diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes.

Dinner and overnight at camp.

Main Destination: Central Serengeti National Park
Meals & Drinks: All meals included, drinking water (other drinks not included)

5
Day 05

Farewell to the Wilderness with a Flight to Zanzibar

  • Enjoy a morning game drive in the Serengeti.
  • Transfer to Seronera Airstrip for your flight to Zanzibar.
  • Take in scenic aerial views of Serengeti National Park and the Great Rift Valley.
  • Arrive at Zanzibar Airport with unforgettable safari memories.

Main Destination: Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)
Meals & Drinks: All meals included, drinking water (other drinks not included)

baobab-studded Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater caldera grasslands, Serengeti National Park savannah, Zanzibar beaches

Where this trip takes you

baobab-studded Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater caldera grasslands, Serengeti National Park savannah, Zanzibar beaches

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Tarangire National Park 5 cities · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

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

What's Not Included

  • International flights (from/to home)
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (tipping guideline: US $20-25 per person per day)
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Sleeping bag
  • Bath towels
  • Government-imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

What to bring

  • Sleeping bag
  • Bath towels

Know before you go

  • This tour starts and ends in Arusha.
  • The operator can assist in selecting your international flights, but you will need to 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).
  • Airport transfers (to and from) can be arranged at an extra cost.
  • Additional accommodation before and after the tour can be arranged at an extra cost.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Arusha, Tanzania
Tour start
Tarangire National Park
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 days finish where they began, in Tarangire National Park.

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