Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Price: From $1,775 USD
Starts: Arusha or Moshi
Ends:  Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport
Best For: First-time safari-goers, wildlife lovers, and those short on time wanting an upscale experience

Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable 5-day safari through Northern Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations. This adventure takes you across the diverse landscapes of Tarangire National Park, the legendary Serengeti, the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, and the lush oasis of Lake Manyara.

Experience thrilling game drives as you search for the Big Five, witness massive elephant herds, roam the endless plains of the Serengeti, and descend into the world’s largest intact caldera for spectacular wildlife viewing. With comfortable accommodations, expert guides, and seamless travel arrangements, this safari delivers the perfect blend of adventure, scenery, and authentic African wilderness.

Immerse yourself in Tanzania’s unmatched beauty—every moment is designed to showcase the region’s rich wildlife, captivating landscapes, and unforgettable safari experiences

Private departures available any day
Book a Kilimanjaro trek + this safari and save $50 per person

Safari Highlight

• Witness the legendary Serengeti and its endless plains
• Explore the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Choose between Lake Manyara’s birdlife or Tarangire’s elephants and baobabs
• Enjoy the flexibility and comfort of a private safari vehicle with expert guide

Itinerary - day by day

Day 1: Arusha – Lake Manyara National Park (Game Drive)

Begin your Tanzania safari with a beautiful drive from Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park, a scenic park famous for tree-climbing lions, hippo pools, flamingos, lush forests, and diverse birdlife. Enjoy a full-day game drive along the lakeshore and forested areas, spotting elephants, zebras, giraffes, and monkeys.
Overnight: Manyara / Karatu area (lodge or camp)

Day 2: Lake Manyara – Serengeti National Park (Game Drive En Route)

After breakfast, travel through the Ngorongoro Highlands toward the world-renowned Serengeti National Park. Enjoy wildlife viewing along the way as you cross into the endless Serengeti plains. Afternoon game drive in Central Serengeti, known for lions, leopards, cheetahs, and the Great Migration herds.
Overnight: Serengeti National Park (tented lodge or camp)

Day 3: Full-Day Serengeti Safari (Big Cats & Migration)

Spend the entire day exploring the vast Serengeti on morning and afternoon game drives. Track lions, elephants, giraffes, hyenas, cheetahs, hippos, and thousands of migrating wildebeests and zebras. This is one of the best wildlife experiences in Tanzania, offering amazing photography opportunities.
Overnight: Serengeti National Park

Day 4: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area (Crater Rim Views)

Enjoy a final early-morning game drive in the Serengeti before heading toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive at the crater rim for spectacular sunset views over the world’s largest volcanic caldera—a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Overnight: Ngorongoro Crater rim lodge

Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha (End of Safari)

Descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater for one of the most rewarding wildlife drives in Africa. Encounter black rhinos, lions, elephants, buffalos, zebras, and hippos in a concentrated, wildlife-rich environment. After lunch, drive back to Arusha for drop-off at your hotel or the airport.
End of Safari – Drop-off in Arusha

What’s Included

✔ All accommodations as per itinerary
✔ All meals (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
✔ All park entrance fees and game drives
✔ Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof & guaranteed window seat
✔ Professional English-speaking safari guide/driver
✔ Filtered drinking water during game drives
✔ All ground transfers

What’s Not Included

✘ International and domestic flights 
✘ Optional excursions: Olduvai Gorge, Maasai village visit, hot air balloon safari
✘ Tips for guides, drivers, and hotel staff
✘ Bottled drinks and alcohol
✘ Travel insurance, visas, and personal expenses
✘ Holiday supplement (Dec 20 – Jan 5) and Ndutu seasonal supplement (Dec–Mar)
✘ Single room supplement (on request)