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5-Day Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Safari

Five days exploring Tarangire's elephants, Serengeti's plains, and Ngorongoro Crater's incredible wildlife—Tanzania's northern circuit highlights.

Duration
5 days
Countries
Tanzania
Price
Tailor-made quote

Overview

This five-day safari explores Tanzania's northern circuit highlights. Start in Tarangire National Park, famous for giant baobabs and large elephant herds. Continue to the Serengeti, where endless plains teem with wildlife and, seasonally, the Great Migration. End at the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO wonder packed with lions, rhinos, and flamingos. Enjoy game drives, stunning landscapes, and comfortable lodge or camp stays. Perfect for travelers seeking an efficient, unforgettable taste of Tanzania's best parks in just five days.

Day by day

  1. Tarangire National Park1 night
  2. Serengeti National Park1 night
  3. Ngorongoro Crater2 nights
  4. Arusha1 night
  1. 1

    Day 1 · Tarangire National Park

    Pick Up from Arusha to Tarangire National Park

    You will drive through the "land of giants", Tarangire National Park. Drive across the endless golden savannah that grazes along the Tarangire River. This national park is known for its elephants and sprawling baobab trees. Enjoy a picnic lunch at the picnic site and take in the remarkable view of the Tarangire River. Keep a close eye on your lunch, as the monkeys won’t hesitate to get away with a tasteful treat if given the chance. The action-packed game drive will end late in the evening. You will now head towards your choice of accommodation, where a freshly prepared dinner awaits. Ensure you get some good rest and recharge yourself for another eventful day.

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    Day 2 · Serengeti National Park

    Karatu to Serengeti National Park

    We depart early after breakfast, head across the Great Rift Valley floor, up the escarpment, and traverse the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Enjoy the pleasant and scenic drive as you experience the beautiful scenery and breathtaking vistas on your way to the Serengeti. Arrive in the Serengeti for an afternoon game drive until late. Lunch is taken at one of the picnic sites, most likely at the Naabi Hill Gate, where you can stretch your legs. Visit the famous Maasai bomas to get close to the Maasai community. Participate in traditional Maasai dance and walk in the Maasai village. Their culture is well known for hunting lions, and to be considered a warrior, they drink raw cow blood (though these traditions are things of the past, except for drinking blood). You can also do some souvenir shopping at the local Maasai market.

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    Day 3 · Ngorongoro Crater

    Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater

    An early breakfast will lift your mood, and a sunrise game drive through the Serengeti plains will provide the best opportunity to see lions, leopards, and other predators in action. The sunrise in the Serengeti is breathtaking, with the rising sun appearing to set the plains on fire. We explore the infinite Serengeti grasslands after lunch at the picnic site. After that, we will set out for Ngorongoro to your choice of accommodation, where a freshly prepared dinner awaits you. Ensure you get some good rest and recharge yourself for another eventful day.

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    Day 4 · Ngorongoro Crater

    Ngorongoro Crater

    Experience a one-of-a-kind drive inside an ancient volcano packed with incredible wildlife and right in the heart of the action. After an early breakfast, we will start our much-anticipated trip to Ngorongoro Crater.

    The earlier you descend to the crater floor, the higher your chances of spotting rare species like black rhinos. Spend the majority of the morning visiting the Ngorongoro Crater. With its 600-to 650-meter-high walls, it resembles a natural zoo and has the highest concentration of wild animals.

    Following your picnic lunch, most likely at the designated picnic place beside the hippo pool, you will drive up the crater rim and out of the conservation area.

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    Day 5 · Arusha

    Drive to Arusha

    This day, after breakfast,we shall drive to Arusha or Kilimanjaro to catch up with our flight back home .

Included

  • All airport pick up and transfers in private car
  • Transport and wildlife drives in modified 4 x 4 Land Cruiser
  • Services of a professional English speaking safari guide
  • Drinking water
  • Value Added Tax by Tanzania Revenue Authority

Not included

  • nternational Flights
  • All items of a personal nature
  • Gratuities for safari guide and lodge staff ( please tip separately)
  • Travel insurance if needed
  • Visa fee ( 50 US$ /100 US$ for American or Irish Passport holders – to be paid upon arrival)
  • Drinks and beverages in lodges