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Best Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Safari

5-Day Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Safari

Start & EndDay 1Day 2Day 3-4Day 5

What you should expect

Highlights

Start Arusha (Day 1)
Day 1 Tarangire NP
Day 2 Serengeti NP
Day 3 Ngorongoro Highlands
Day 4 Ngorongoro Crater
Day 5 Lake Manyara NP
End Arusha (Day 5)

Overview

This 5-Day Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Safari will give you the opportunity to spot all of the Big Five. In our pursuit of lions, leopards, elephants, rhinoceros, hippos, and Cape buffalos, you visit all four Northern circuit national parks, including the majestic Serengeti, where you will be able to witness your very own Serengeti sunrise. Along the way, you will spot hyenas, cheetahs, giraffes, enormous herds of wildebeests, zebras, and much more.

Itinerary Details

Day-by-Day


Day 1 Pick Up from Arusha to Tarangire National Park

You will drive through the "land of giants", Tarangire National Park. Drive across the endless golden savannah that grazes along the Tarangire River. This national park is known for its elephants and sprawling baobab trees. Enjoy a picnic lunch at the picnic site and take in the remarkable view of the Tarangire River. Keep a close eye on your lunch, as the monkeys won’t hesitate to get away with a tasteful treat if given the chance.


The action-packed game drive will end late in the evening. You will now head towards your choice of accommodation, where a freshly prepared dinner awaits. Ensure you get some good rest and recharge yourself for another eventful day.

Meal Plans

Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)

Accommodation Plans

Suricata Boma Lodge
Day 2 Mto wa mbu to Serengeti National Park

We depart early after breakfast, head across the Great Rift Valley floor, up the escarpment, and traverse the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Enjoy the pleasant and scenic drive as you experience the beautiful scenery and breathtaking vistas on your way to the Serengeti.


Arrive in the Serengeti for an afternoon game drive until late. Lunch is taken at one of the picnic sites, most likely at the Naabi Hill Gate, where you can stretch your legs.


Visit the famous Maasai bomas to get close to the Maasai community. Participate in traditional Maasai dance and walk in the Maasai village. Their culture is well known for hunting lions, and to be considered a warrior, they drink raw cow blood (though these traditions are things of the past, except for drinking blood). You can also do some souvenir shopping at the local Maasai market.

Meal Plans

All meals included

Accommodation Plans

Matawi Serengeti Camp
Day 3 Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Highlands

An early breakfast will lift your mood, and a sunrise game drive through the Serengeti plains will provide the best opportunity to see lions, leopards, and other predators in action. The sunrise in the Serengeti is breathtaking, with the rising sun appearing to set the plains on fire. We explore the infinite Serengeti grasslands after lunch at the picnic site. After that, we will set out for Ngorongoro to your choice of accommodation, where a freshly prepared dinner awaits you. Ensure you get some good rest and recharge yourself for another eventful day.

Meal Plans

All meals included

Accommodation Plans

Ang'ata Ngorongoro Camp
Day 4 Ngorongoro Crater

Experience a one-of-a-kind drive inside an ancient volcano packed with incredible wildlife and right in the heart of the action. After an early breakfast, we will start our much-anticipated trip to Ngorongoro Crater.

The earlier you descend to the crater floor, the higher your chances of spotting rare species like black rhinos. Spend the majority of the morning visiting the Ngorongoro Crater. With its 600-to 650-meter-high walls, it resembles a natural zoo and has the highest concentration of wild animals.

Following your picnic lunch, most likely at the designated picnic place beside the hippo pool, you will drive up the crater rim and out of the conservation area.

Meal Plans

All meals included

Accommodation Plans

Suricata Boma Lodge
Day 5 Lake Manyara to Arusha

After breakfast, you will depart from your accommodation and head to Lake Manyara National Park. After a short tour of the market, you will proceed to Lake Manyara National Park, where you will take many photos.


Bird lovers will find Lake Manyara an absolute delight, with many birds on display. Since it's a birding destination, you will not only be amazed but also surprised by large flocks of flamingos and many other varieties of birds. The park is a photographer’s playing field and provides some of the finest game views in the world. After enjoying the tour, you will be driven back to Arusha, where the tour will end.

Meal Plans

Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)

Accommodation Plans

No accommodation (End of tour)

Booking Form

Payment Methods

Inclusions

Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as 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)

Exclusions

International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs travel insurance visa fees etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Sustainability Commitment

This tour is 100% sustainable. We encourage our travelers to minimize their carbon footprint by choosing eco-friendly practices.

Cancellation Policy

Please note our cancellation policy to ensure clarity in case of changes to your travel plans. 30 days or more before departure Full refund minus a 10% service fee. 15–29 days before departure 50% of the total booking cost will be refunded. 14 days or less before departure No refund will be provided. We recommend travel insurance to cover unforeseen circumstances.

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