Tanzania Private Safari Trip

5 days—Experience 5 Days Tanzania Private Safari tailored to your pace, exploring breathtaking landscapes and iconic wildlife with your personal guide.

$1750-2250 USD

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Safari summary

5 Days Tanzania Private Safari: A Tailored Journey Through Iconic Wilderness
5 Days Tanzania Private Safari is a curated adventure crafted to offer a personalized exploration of Tanzania’s most famous parks and abundant wildlife. Ideal for those seeking an exclusive, flexible, and customized experience, this private safari begins and ends in Arusha, taking you through some of Tanzania’s most celebrated game reserves, including Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara. Each moment of this safari is tailored to your pace and interests, allowing you to fully immerse in the landscapes, wildlife, and culture of Tanzania. With the convenience of a private 4x4 safari Land Cruiser and the dedicated attention of a professional guide, this safari ensures an unforgettable journey filled with comfort and thrilling encounters.

What is 5 Days Tanzania Private Safari?
5 Days Tanzania Private Safari is a custom safari experience designed to give travelers the opportunity to explore Tanzania’s wildlife-rich parks with flexibility and personal service. Unlike group safaris, a private safari offers the freedom to choose your schedule, prioritize your interests, and enjoy a tailored approach to game viewing. Over five thrilling days, you will experience the wonders of Tanzania’s diverse ecosystems, from the elephant herds of Tarangire to the predator-rich plains of Serengeti and the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater.

With every guest having a guaranteed window seat in a comfortable 4x4 Land Cruiser, this safari combines exclusivity and adventure, ideal for couples, families, or small groups who value privacy and flexibility.

Why Choose 5 Days Tanzania Private Safari?
Choosing 5 Days Tanzania Private Safari offers distinct advantages for travelers who prefer a personalized and exclusive experience. Here are some compelling reasons to opt for a private safari:

- Flexible Itinerary: The itinerary can be adjusted to suit your interests, allowing more time in areas that captivate you most. Your guide can help customize the schedule to make the most of each day.

- Exclusive Wildlife Viewing: A private safari offers the freedom to linger at wildlife sightings and capture unique moments without the constraints of a group.

- Dedicated Guide and Vehicle: With a private 4x4 Land Cruiser and an experienced guide, you have complete control over your game drives, ensuring a comfortable and immersive experience.

Highlights of the 5 Days Tanzania Private Safari
This 5 Days Tanzania Private Safari covers Tanzania’s most celebrated parks, each known for distinct landscapes, rich biodiversity, and abundant wildlife:

- Tarangire National Park: Famous for its vast elephant herds and ancient baobab trees, Tarangire offers breathtaking landscapes and exceptional wildlife. Here, you may encounter elephants, lions, and other species against a backdrop of scenic beauty.

- Serengeti National Park: A world-renowned destination, the Serengeti is known for its endless plains and rich wildlife, including large populations of lions, cheetahs, leopards, and, seasonally, the Great Migration of wildebeests and zebras.

- Ngorongoro Crater: This UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to an astonishing diversity of animals within a volcanic caldera. Here, you’ll have the chance to see rhinos, lions, hippos, and other iconic species.

- Lake Manyara National Park: Known for its tree-climbing lions and picturesque scenery, Lake Manyara offers a diverse array of habitats, from dense forests to lush grasslands, providing a peaceful finale to your safari.

Experience Luxury and Comfort in the Wild
The 5 Days Tanzania Private Safari provides a perfect balance of adventure and comfort, with accommodations carefully selected to enhance your experience. Spend two nights under the starlit skies at camps in Serengeti and Ngorongoro while enjoying comfortable lodge stays at Mto wa Mbu or Karatu near Tarangire and Lake Manyara. Each accommodation offers a unique atmosphere, blending luxury with the authentic feel of the Tanzanian wilderness.

This private safari also guarantees window seating for each guest, providing unobstructed views of the landscapes and wildlife. The 4x4 safari Land Cruiser is designed for off-road exploration, equipped with comfortable seating, charging ports, and a pop-up roof for an optimal wildlife viewing experience.

A Journey Perfectly Crafted for All Seasons
The 5 Days Tanzania Private Safari is a year-round adventure, with each season offering unique experiences. From June to October, the dry season brings ideal conditions for wildlife viewing as animals gather around water sources. Between December and March, the lush green landscapes become even more beautiful, with migratory birds and newborn animals making for excellent photographic opportunities. Travelers wishing to witness the Great Migration in the Serengeti may want to plan for December through July.


About this tour

Tour type Set-date, set-itinerary, group
Main focus Game drives
Activity level Easy activity
Best months January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Countries
Parks

Fine details

Safari highlights
  • Bird watching—with professional guide
  • Photography safari—with professional guide
  • Wildlife sanctuaries
What’s included?
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • Park fees
  • Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Visas

Itinerary

Tarangire full day of game drive

Tarangire

On the first day of your Tanzania private safari, you will head to the Tarangire National Park. This park is famous for its large herds of elephants, as well as other animals such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs. The Tarangire River runs through the park, providing a source of water for the wildlife. You can go on a game drive to see the animals up close, and enjoy the stunning views of the park. Your first night in Mto wa Mbu will be spent in comprehensive budget camping or luxury lodge.

Overnight stay: Budget camping or luxury lodge

Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti

Serengeti

On the second day of this 5 days 4 nights Tanzania private safari, we will depart for the Serengeti National Park as soon as you've finished your appetizing breakfast. We will revel in a picnic lunch on one of the kopjes (rock outcroppings). After lunch, we will continue to the Serengeti, where you will be provided with complete camping or lodge facilities and an appetizing meal.

Overnight stay: Budget camping or luxury lodge

Serengeti full day of game drive

Serengeti

Our day will begin with an early morning recreation strength in the vital Serengeti. The savannah is an active landscape, and the air is flooded with the melodies the birds create as the regenerated daylight starts to light up the whole landscape. We will have an adventure in the Ngorongoro Crater. Dinner and budget-friendly lodge or tented camping facilities may be provided.

Overnight stay: Budget camping or luxury lodge

Ngorongoro Crater full day

Ngorongoro Crater

Soon after breakfast, we can descend to Ngorongoro Crater. We may have an amazing picnic lunch within the crater. We will go to Mto wa Mbu in the late afternoon, where you will have dinner and spend the night.

Overnight stay: Budget camping or luxury lodge

Lake Manyara National Park full day

Lake Manyara

On the final day of your Tanzania private safari, you will visit the Lake Manyara National Park. This park is located at the base of the Rift Valley and is known for its unique wildlife, including tree-climbing lions and flamingos. We'll be able to leave Manyara in the late afternoon and continue to Arusha.

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