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5-Day Tanzania Safari

Explore Iconic Landscapes and Legendary Wildlife in Just 5 Days

Overview

This 5-day safari takes you deep into Tanzania’s most celebrated national parks. Begin in Tarangire, home to massive herds of elephants and ancient baobabs. Journey through the endless plains of the Serengeti, where the Great Migration and Big Five sightings await. Conclude with a descent into the Ngorongoro Crater, a natural wonder packed with wildlife in a stunning setting.

Ideal for those with limited time, this well-paced safari offers unforgettable encounters, comfortable lodges or camps, and expert guiding every step of the way.

Why Choose This Safari?

  • Covers 3 of Tanzania’s most iconic parks in 5 days
  • Excellent chances to see the Big Five
  • Ideal for first-time visitors and wildlife lovers
  • Flexible accommodation options: lodge or luxury tented camp
  • Private or small group options available
Ideal for those with limited time, this well-paced safari offers unforgettable encounters, comfortable lodges or camps, and expert guiding every step of the way.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park

Start your safari adventure with a scenic drive from Arusha to Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant baobab trees and large elephant herds. Enjoy a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch inside the park.

Accommodation Options:

  • Budget: Sangaiwe Tented Lodge / Tarangire Simba Lodge

  • Midrange: Tarangire Safari Lodge / Lake Burunge Tented Camp

  • Luxury: Lemala Mpingo Ridge / Sanctuary Swala Camp

Day 2: Tarangire – Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, depart for Serengeti National Park through the scenic highlands of Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Enjoy a game drive en route and arrive in time for sunset in the vast plains.

Accommodation Options:

  • Budget: Seronera Public Campsite / Nyani Campsite

  • Midrange: Kati Kati Tented Camp / Serengeti Heritage Camp

  • Luxury: Melia Serengeti Lodge / Four Seasons Serengeti Lodge / Lemala Ewanjan Tented Camp

Day 3: Full Day Game Drive in Serengeti

Spend a full day exploring the iconic Serengeti, tracking the Big Five and—depending on the season—catching the thrilling scenes of the Great Wildebeest Migration.

Accommodation Options:

  • Budget: Same as Day 2

  • Midrange: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge / Tanzania Bush Camps

  • Luxury: One Nature Nyaruswiga / Elewana Serengeti Migration Camp

Day 4: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater

Early morning game drive as you exit Serengeti, then proceed to the Ngorongoro Crater. Descend into the world’s largest unbroken caldera for an unforgettable game drive and picnic lunch.

Accommodation Options:

  • Budget: Rhino Lodge (Crater Rim) / Eileen’s Trees Inn (Karatu)

  • Midrange: Ngorongoro Farm House / Acacia Farm Lodge

  • Luxury: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge / The Highlands / andBeyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge

Day 5: Ngorongoro – Arusha / Departure

After breakfast, return to Arusha with optional cultural visits or a stop at a local market on the way. Drop-off at your hotel or airport for departure.

Optional Arusha Accommodation (if not flying the same day):

  • Budget: Outpost Lodge / Venus Premier Hotel

  • Midrange: Arusha Planet Lodge / African Tulip Hotel

  • Luxury: Gran Melia Arusha / Legendary Lodge

Accommodation

Budget Accommodation

Safari using affordable Hotels, Lodges, or Camps, comparable to a 1-2 star Hotel. Accommodation is usually located outside the National Park.

Mid-range Accommodation

Safari using medium to large–scale Lodges, tented camps, or Cottage Camps, comparable to a 3-star Hotel

Luxury – Accommodation

Safari using deluxe tented camps or Lodges usually located inside the National Park and comparable to a 4-star hotel. Accommodation is usually located inside the Park.

Luxury+ – Accommodation

Safari using extremely luxurious tented camps or Lodge, usually located in a private wildlife – Viewing area and comparable to a 5-star Hotel. Expect great food, excellent service, top-quality guiding, and gorgeous tents or rooms. Most luxury + properties charge around USD$ 850 to 1850 per person per night!

Includes & Excludes

Note (COVID-19)

“Please note that all these are sample itineraries. We will tailor-make your safari according to your wish and due to COVID-19 restrictions on travel around the world, it is free to postpone your travel up to 1 year after the original travel date”

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Destinations: Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater

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