Essence of Tanzania Safari
5 days—Explore Tanzania’s iconic wildlife landscapes, from Tarangire and Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara.
$1250-1900 USD
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Safari summary
This is a Classic level safari, designed for travelers who want an authentic and well-balanced Tanzania experience with comfortable mid-range lodges, professional guiding, and excellent wildlife viewing at great value.
Explore Tarangire National Park, famous for its elephant herds and baobab landscapes, the endless plains of Serengeti National Park, the wildlife-rich floor of Ngorongoro Crater, and the lush beauty of Lake Manyara National Park.
Perfect for travelers with limited time, this journey delivers Tanzania’s most iconic landscapes and unforgettable wildlife encounters in a short, powerful safari experience.
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
- Sightseeing | shopping | markets
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Alcoholic beverages
- Hot air balloons
- Internal flights
- International flights
- Laundry
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Spa treatments
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Arrival in Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro/ Arusha Airport, you will be welcomed by your private guide. After introductions, you will head straight to your accommodation in Arusha for an overnight to reminisce about the adventure ahead.
Kahawa House
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, renowned for its giant baobab trees, vast plains, and large elephant herds gathering along the Tarangire River. Enjoy a full-day game drive with opportunities to spot lions, leopards, cheetahs, wildebeest, and diverse birdlife in one of Tanzania’s most authentic safari settings. After a picnic lunch in the bush, continue to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Marera Valley Lodge
Ngorongoro Crater to Serengeti
Ngorongoro Crater | Serengeti
After an early breakfast, travel to Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s most extraordinary natural wonders. Home to over 30,000 animals year-round, the crater offers exceptional wildlife viewing, including the Big Five, flamingos, hippos, hyenas, zebras, and the endangered black rhino. After lunch enjoy an en-route game drive in the park before descending the crater and continuing straight to Serengeti National Park for Overnight.
Dove Serengeti Luxury Camp
Serengeti Game Drive to Karatu
Serengeti
After breakfast, we will head out for game drive in Serengeti National Park. The Seronera Valley is famous for its wildlife all year round. You can often see carnivores like hyenas, lions, leopards, and cheetahs on the park’s rocky outcrops, where they watch for prey on the plains. The area is also home to many different animals, such as buffalo, giraffes, hippopotamuses, impalas, topis, warthogs, and zebras. After lunch enjoy en-route game drive as we depart to Karatu for overnight.
Marera Valley Lodge
Lake Manyara NP - Departure
Lake Manyara
After breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park, beautifully set between the Great Rift Valley escarpment and its shimmering soda lake. Known for its tree-climbing lions, large baboon troops, elephants, and vibrant birdlife, the park offers diverse scenery and unforgettable wildlife encounters. Following a picnic lunch and game drive, continue to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your Tanzania safari adventure.
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