Private guided tours in Arusha National Park. A dedicated cultural guide for village visits. Upgraded accommodations in a luxury lodge or tented camp.

5-DAY TARANGIRE, SERENGETI & NGORONGORO SAFARI

Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights | Departure: From Arusha or Moshi

Overview

Itinerary

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Overview

This 5-day northern circuit safari is perfect for travelers seeking a balance of variety and immersion. From the elephant-rich Tarangire National Park, through two full days in the Serengeti where predators roam and migrations unfold, to the majestic Ngorongoro Crater with its dense wildlife concentration—this itinerary delivers an unforgettable Tanzanian safari adventure.

Trip Highlights

Towering baobabs and vast elephant herds in Tarangire
Two full days of game drives in the Serengeti’s endless plains
A thrilling Big Five finale inside Ngorongoro Crater
Optional cultural visits to Maasai villages and Olduvai Gorge

Day 01 :

Tarangire National Park

Begin your journey with a visit to Tarangire National Park, famed for its massive elephant herds, baobab-studded landscapes, and over 500 bird species. Enjoy a relaxed game drive, followed by a picnic lunch along the Tarangire River. In the evening, overnight near Lake Manyara or en route to Serengeti.

Day 02 :

Serengeti National Park

Travel toward the legendary Serengeti National Park, watching the scenery shift from highlands to open plains. Arrive in the afternoon for your first game drive across the endless savannahs, keeping an eye out for lions, giraffes, and wildebeest. Overnight in a comfortable tented camp inside the Serengeti.

Day 03 :

Full Day in Serengeti

Spend a full day immersed in the wild heart of Serengeti. Track predators such as lions and cheetahs, watch elephants and giraffes, and if in season, witness the Great Migration crossings. Pause for a scenic picnic lunch, then continue your adventure through the golden afternoon. Overnight again in the Serengeti.

Day 04 :

Transfer to Ngorongoro Region

Enjoy a morning game drive as you exit Serengeti, maximizing your wildlife encounters. On the way, stop at Olduvai Gorge, an archaeological site rich in human history, or visit a local Maasai village for cultural immersion. Overnight at a lodge near the Ngorongoro Crater rim.

Day 05 :

Ngorongoro Crater Safari

Conclude your adventure with a Big Five safari in the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater. Descend into this natural amphitheater for sightings of rhinos, lions, elephants, buffalo, and hippos. Enjoy a picnic lunch at the Hippo Pool before returning to Arusha or Moshi in the afternoon.