Best five day Serengeti safari

5 days—On this 5 days Serengeti safari, you will cover the 3 most popular Tanzanian top destinations: the Tarangire, the legendary Serengeti and Ngorongoro.

$1000-2500 USD

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Safari summary

This unforgettable 5 days Serengeti safari in Tanzania starts and ends in the lively city of Arusha. Your adventure begins with a journey to the world-famous Serengeti National Park, where you'll witness the awe-inspiring wildebeest migration, one of nature's greatest spectacles. Marvel at the vast savannah plains stretching as far as the eye can see, teeming with an abundance of wildlife. Spot majestic lions lazing under acacia trees, graceful giraffes browsing on treetops, and herds of elephants wandering through the golden grasslands. As the sun sets, casting a warm glow over the horizon, you'll feel a sense of awe and wonder at the untouched beauty of the Serengeti.

Tarangire is famous for its large elephant herds and picturesque landscapes, Serengeti is renowned for the annual wildebeest migration and diverse wildlife, and Ngorongoro is known for its incredible Ngorongoro Crater, a natural enclosure teeming with wildlife and often referred to as the "Eighth Wonder of the World."

As you explore these destinations, you'll have the opportunity to witness the raw beauty of the African wilderness and encounter an array of iconic wildlife, including lions, elephants, leopards, rhinos, cheetahs, and countless other fascinating species. Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of nature as you traverse the vast plains, marvel at the stunning sunsets, and create lifelong memories on your 5-day Serengeti safari in Tanzania.

The price for the best 5 days Serengeti safari in Tanzania is from $1000 to $2500 which depends on budget services to luxury services and includes accommodations, park fees, and meals. The price can be paid in USD, EUR, pounds and Tanzanian shillings.


About this tour

Tour type Set-date, set-itinerary, group
Main focus Game drives
Activity level Easy activity
Best months All months
Countries
Parks

Fine details

Safari highlights
  • Bird watching—with professional guide
What’s included?
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • Park fees
What’s not included?
  • International flights
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Visas

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha- Tarangire

Tarangire

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and meet your safari guide for a transfer to Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant herds and baobab trees to enjoy an afternoon game drive in the park. Dinner and an overnight stay at your accommodation in Mto wa Mbu

camp/ lodge

Day 2: Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti

Serengeti

After breakfast, depart for Serengeti National Park, Tanzania's most famous wildlife destination, en route you may visit the Olduvai Gorge, a significant archaeological site, to enter Serengeti National Park and embark on a game drive en route to your lodge or campsite. Dinner and an overnight stay at your accommodation

Day 3: Full game in the Serengeti

Serengeti

Spend the entire day exploring the vast plains of Serengeti National Park to witness the incredible wildebeest migration (timing depends on the season) or encounter other wildlife such as lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, and zebras. Picnic lunch in the park to maximize your game-viewing opportunities. Dinner and an overnight stay at your accommodation in the park

camp/ lodge

Day 4: Serengeti to Ngorongoro

Serengeti

Enjoy a morning game drive in Serengeti before departing for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area after arrive at the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site you will descend into the crater for a unique safari experience, where you can spot the Big Five (lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and buffalo) in close proximity. Dinner and an overnight stay at your accommodation in the crater rim

camp/ lodge

Day 5: Ngorongoro crater to Arusha

After breakfast, check out of your accommodation and depart for Kilimanjaro International Airport or an alternative location, depending on your travel plans en route, you may have the opportunity to visit a Maasai village and learn about the local culture. Then we will be back in Arusha, where the safari concludes.

Arusha

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