Best five days Tanzania safari

5 days—The best safari to visit the top 3 destinations in Tanzania: Serengeti, Ngorongoro crater and Tarangire which starts from Arusha or Moshi

$1200-3500 USD

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Safari summary

This 5-day Tanzania safari starts and ends in Arusha or Moshi. If you still want to visit the most famous attractions, including the Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire, this is the perfect short tour for you. The most affordable price is from $1000 to $3500 per traveler; this price including the transport by use 4x4 Land cruiser. The best time (season) to visit is during the dry season from late June, July, August, September and October; you can also visit any time around the year for 2023, 2024, and 2025.

On this unforgettable tour for 5-day Tanzania Safari that will take you on an extraordinary journey to the country's top 3 destinations including; Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Tarangire. During this best Tanzania safari you will gives chance to witness its diverse wildlife to the world-renowned Serengeti, an iconic African treasure, where you will witness the breathtaking spectacle of the Great Migration and encounter a rich tapestry of wildlife. Discover the remarkable Ngorongoro Crater, a natural wonder brimming with an abundance of flora and fauna, offering a unique and immersive safari experience. Lastly, venture into the lesser-known gem of Tarangire National Park, where you will be captivated by its untouched beauty and diverse wildlife. Immerse yourself in Tanzania's captivating landscapes, from the endless Serengeti plains to the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater, as you create memories that will last a lifetime.

The highlights of Tanzania safari
1. Witness the awe-inspiring Great Migration, where millions of wildebeest, zebras, and other herbivores embark on their annual journey in search of greener pastures-Serengeti National Park
2. Explore the world's largest unbroken volcanic caldera, teeming with diverse wildlife including elephants, buffalo, hippos, and an abundance of bird species- Ngorongoro crater
3. Marvel at the park's iconic baobab trees, creating a striking landscape and providing refuge for a variety of animals - Tarangire
4. Enjoy breathtaking sunsets and sunrises over the vast plains of the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater
5. Experience the unique ambiance and serenity of Tarangire's landscapes, characterized by riverine forests and vast savannahs.

1. What can I expect to see and experience during the safari?
This safari offers a wonderful opportunity to witness Tanzania's diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes. In the Serengeti, you will have the chance to witness the Great Migration, where millions of wildebeest and other animals traverse the plains. The Ngorongoro Crater is teeming with wildlife, including elephants, lions, zebras, and more. Tarangire National Park is known for its large herds of elephants, as well as a variety of bird species. Additionally, you will have the chance to immerse yourself in the rich culture and traditions of Tanzania.

2.How can I make the most of my time during the 5-day Tanzania safari?
To make the most of your safari, it is recommended to follow the guidance of your experienced guides. They will plan the itinerary to maximize your wildlife sightings and provide opportunities for unique experiences. It is also advisable to bring appropriate clothing, such as lightweight and breathable clothing for the daytime and warmer attire for cooler evenings. Don't forget to bring binoculars, a camera, sunscreen, and insect repellent to enhance your safari experience.


About this tour

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

Fine details

Safari highlights
  • Bird watching—with professional guide
What’s included?
  • Park fees

Itinerary

Tarangire National Park

Tarangire

After a short safari briefing in the morning, you will travel southwest towards the Tarangire. The park has a diversity of landscapes including grass, acacia woodlands and forests and it is especially popular for its huge elephant herds and animals gathering at the river and swamps. Animals range from swarms of yellow breasted lovebirds to kudus, buffaloes, giraffes, and ElandS. Predators include lions, leopards and hyenas, while wild dogs are rare. Dinner and overnight at Karatu

Lodge

Serengeti national park

Serengeti

After breakfast, you will leave from the lodge and drive via Ngorongoro area to Serengeti National park, aim for June and July if you can, as the incredible wildebeest migration usually tramples the plains at this time. If you're keen on seeing predators in action, visit in late January or February. This is the hiatus in the annual rains, when the wildebeests calve. Dinner and overnight at the lodge Serengeti national park.

Lodge

Serengeti full day

This day will be a full day game drive around Serengeti national park, if the migration of wildebeest will be around you can see them, the Serengeti offers some of the best wildlife viewing in Africa. All the major safari animals occur in great numbers. Cheetah and four of the Big 5 are easily seen, but rhino sightings are rare, and only black rhino are present. Aside from the big cats, many other predators can be spotted (especially in the morning). Dinner and overning at Serengeti.

lodge

Serengeti to Ngorongoro

Early morning after breakfast have a game drive until lunch time and then drive to Ngorongoro area for dinner and overnight at Rhino lodge, serengeti park is a magic place that you can find the different land scape and vegetation cover, rivers and forest can be found. Several areas in the Serengeti are dotted with 'koppies', granite outcrops rising up from the plains. It's an immense landscape and quite stunning. Dinner and Overnight at Ngorongoro crater

Lodge

Ngorongoro crater

Early morning drive the crater for game drive until lunch time, Ngorongoro vary depending on the altitude. Higher up, at the crater itself, it can get quite cold at night, particularly up on the rim. But down in the crater conservation area it stays quite warm. During the area's Dry season (June to October) there's barely a cloud in the sky. In the Wet season (November to May) you'll confront two periods of rain separated by a brief dry spell, after lunch start driving back to Arusha or Moshi.

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