Affordable Tanzania Safari

5 days—Book a 5 days Tanzania safari to Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater & Lake Manyara. Great value group and private trips starting from $1050.

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Safari summary

Top 5 Days Tanzania Safari
A 5 days Tanzania safari is the ultimate short wildlife adventure that takes you through four of Tanzania’s most iconic national parks: Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara. This safari is perfect for travelers who want to experience the country’s top highlights in just five days without missing out on the richness of Tanzania’s landscapes, wildlife, and cultural diversity.
The safari begins in Arusha and takes you on a thrilling journey through elephant-filled plains, lion territory, crater landscapes, and lakeside forests full of birds and tree-climbing lions. A 5 days Tanzania safari gives you a perfect balance of game drives, scenery, and unforgettable moments.

Why Choose This 5 Days Tanzania Safari?
Visit four unique parks with different landscapes and animals
Excellent chance to spot the Big Five and hundreds of other species
Ideal for wildlife photography and first-time or returning safari lovers
Available as budget, mid-range, or luxury safari
Flexible departures and private or group options

5 Days Tanzania Safari Price
The 5 days Tanzania safari price starts from US$1050 per person for group safaris, which are perfect for travelers looking to share costs and meet new people. For private safaris, the price depends on the number of travelers, type of accommodation, and any optional add-ons such as cultural visits or hot air balloon safaris.


About this tour

Tour type Set-date, set-itinerary, group
Main focus Game drives
Activity level Easy activity
Best months All months
Countries
Parks
Accesibility
This tour is modifiable for those with limited mobility.

Fine details

Safari highlights
  • Bird watching—with professional guide
  • Hot air balloons
  • Photography safari—with professional guide
What’s included?
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • Park fees
  • Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
  • Hot air balloons
  • Internal flights
  • Tips and gratuities

Itinerary

Arusha – Tarangire National Park

Tarangire

Your 5 days Tanzania safari starts with morning pickup in Arusha. Drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant population, towering baobab trees, and seasonal Tarangire River. Enjoy a game drive in search of lions, giraffes, zebras, and birds. After your safari, continue to Karatu where you will stay overnight at a lodge or campsite near the Ngorongoro highlands.

Karatu

Karatu – Serengeti National Park

Serengeti

After breakfast, begin your journey toward Serengeti National Park, passing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area with stunning views along the way. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive across the vast Serengeti plains, home to big cats, wildebeests, and hundreds of bird species. Your second night of the 5 days Tanzania safari will be spent in a tented camp or lodge in central Serengeti.

Central Serengeti

Serengeti Game Drive – Ngorongoro

Serengeti

Start the day with an early morning game drive to catch wildlife at its most active. Explore the central Serengeti and search for lions, elephants, cheetahs, and more. After lunch, slowly make your way toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying more wildlife sightings along the route. Dinner and overnight will be at a lodge or campsite near the crater rim.

Ngorongoro rim or Karatu

Ngorongoro Crater Tour

Ngorongoro Crater

Enjoy breakfast, then descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. The crater is home to thousands of animals including rhinos, buffalos, hyenas, zebras, and hippos. Explore the crater floor with your guide and stop for a picnic lunch. After your game drive, travel to Mto wa Mbu, a small cultural town near Lake Manyara, where you will spend the night.

Mto wa Mbu

Lake Manyara National Park – Arusha

Lake Manyara

On the final day of your 5 days Tanzania safari, head to Lake Manyara National Park for a morning game drive. The park is known for its lush groundwater forest, birdlife, and the chance to see tree-climbing lions. Enjoy views of the lake and spot animals like baboons, elephants, and flamingos. After lunch, drive back to Arusha with drop-off at your hotel or the airport.

Arusha

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