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5-Days Tarangire,Ngorongoro crater and Serengeti

$3550-3560 USD

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Safari summary

The 5-Day Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater Safari is a classic northern Tanzania adventure that combines diverse landscapes, abundant wildlife, and unforgettable game viewing experiences across three of Africa’s most iconic destinations.

The journey begins in Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and rich birdlife. A full-day game drive along the Tarangire River offers sightings of lions, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, and other wildlife drawn to the park’s seasonal water sources.

Next, you travel to the world-renowned Serengeti National Park, home to the Great Migration and vast open plains teeming with wildlife. Over two days, you explore endless savannahs where predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards roam freely alongside massive herds of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles. The Serengeti offers some of the best game viewing in Africa, especially during migration seasons.

The adventure concludes with a visit to the breathtaking Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where you descend into the Ngorongoro Crater—one of the world’s most unique wildlife habitats. The crater floor hosts the Big Five, including the rare black rhino, within a dramatic volcanic caldera. After a rewarding game drive and picnic lunch, you return to Arusha with unforgettable safari memories.


About this tour

Tour type Custom, tailor-made, private
Main focus Game drives
Activity level Easy activity
Best months All months
Countries
Parks

Fine details

Safari highlights
  • Cultural visits—orphanages, markets, schools
  • Wildlife sanctuaries
What’s included?
  • Accommodation
  • Airport transfers
  • Meals
  • Park fees
What’s not included?
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Hot air balloons
  • International flights
  • Premium alcoholic beverages
  • Spa treatments
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Visas

Itinerary

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Tarangire

Depart from Arusha after breakfast and drive to Tarangire National Park. Enjoy a full-day game drive exploring the park’s famous elephant herds, baobab-dotted landscapes, and wildlife along the Tarangire River. Spot lions, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, and various bird species. In the evening, proceed to your lodge or campsite for dinner and overnight stay.

Karatu Tented lodge

Tarangire to Serengeti park

Serengeti

After breakfast, depart for the world-famous Serengeti National Park, passing through scenic highlands and the Ngorongoro Conservation area. Arrive in Serengeti for an afternoon game drive across the endless plains. Expect sightings of wildebeest, zebras, elephants, and predators like lions and cheetahs. Dinner and overnight stay at a campsite or lodge in Serengeti.

Serengeti heritage camp

Full Day Serengeti Game Drive

Serengeti

Spend a full day exploring the Serengeti plains. Follow wildlife movements across different regions of the park depending on the season. Look for the Big Five and, if lucky, witness parts of the Great Migration. Enjoy picnic lunch in the bush and continue game viewing until sunset. Return to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.

Serengeti heritage camp

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

After an early morning game drive in Serengeti, travel to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Enjoy scenic views along the way with optional stops at Olduvai Gorge (optional). Arrive at the crater rim in the evening, relax, and prepare for the next day’s crater exploration. Dinner and overnight at lodge or campsite.

Embalakai lodge

Ngorongoro Crater – Return to Arush

Ngorongoro Crater

Descend early into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. Explore this natural wonder filled with diverse wildlife including elephants, lions, buffalo, zebras, and rare black rhinos. After a picnic lunch on the crater floor, ascend and drive back to Arusha, marking the end of your safari adventure.

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