5 Days / 4 Nights – Northern Tanzania Safari Escape
Description
From the elephant-studded plains of Tarangire to the endless savannahs of Serengeti and the dramatic wildlife haven of Ngorongoro Crater, this 5-day journey offers a rich, immersive safari experience for nature lovers and adventurers alike.
Tour Highlights
🛏️ Start with a relaxing stay in Arusha
🐘 Explore the elephant kingdom of Tarangire National Park
🦁 Witness the legendary wildlife of the Serengeti Plains
🦏 Descend into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater
🧭 Custom tour with options for budget, mid-range, or luxury stays
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Destination: Arusha
Activity: Airport Transfer & Overnight Stay
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport. Meet your guide and transfer to your hotel in Arusha. Enjoy dinner and prepare for your adventure.
Accommodation in Arusha:
Luxury: Gran Melia Arusha
Mid-range: Mount Meru Hotel / Four Points by Sheraton
Budget: Green Mountain Hotel / Runako Lodge
Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Destination: Tarangire National Park
Activity: Full-Day Game Drive
After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park. Famous for its large elephant population and towering baobab trees, the park offers excellent game viewing. Enjoy a picnic lunch and explore until late afternoon.
Accommodation (near Tarangire or Lake Manyara):
Luxury: Lemala Mpingo Ridge
Mid-range: Sangaiwe Tented Lodge
Budget: Tarangire Simba Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Tarangire to Serengeti National Park
Destination: Central Serengeti
Activity: Game Drive En Route
After breakfast, journey through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands toward the Serengeti. Enter the park through Naabi Hill Gate and enjoy game viewing en route to your lodge in the Central Serengeti.
Accommodation:
Luxury: Four Seasons Serengeti / Melia Serengeti
Mid-range: Mgunga Serengeti Camp
Budget: Serengeti Heritage Camp / Into Wild Africa
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
Destination: Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Activity: Early Morning Game Drive + Transfer
Enjoy an early morning game drive in the Serengeti before heading toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Optional stop at Olduvai Gorge (extra fee) en route. Arrive at your lodge on the crater rim or in Karatu for dinner.
Accommodation:
Luxury: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge / Neptune Ngorongoro
Mid-range: Marera Valley Lodge / Country Lodge
Budget: Rhino Lodge / Eileen’s Trees Inn
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater Safari – Return to Arusha / Departure
Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater Safari – Return to Arusha
Destination: Ngorongoro Crater → Arusha
Activity: Crater Game Drive + Return
After breakfast, descend 600m into Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. Discover lions, buffalo, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, flamingos, and maybe a rare black rhino. After lunch, return to Arusha or continue to the airport for departure.
Accommodation: Not included (can be arranged on request)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
✅ Safari Includes
All accommodation (based on selected category)
All park entry fees and government taxes
Professional safari guide
Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
All meals and bottled water during safari
Cultural tour at Lake Eyasi
Airport transfers (arrival & departure)
❌ Safari Excludes
International & domestic flights
Visa and travel insurance
Tips
Personal expenses
Optional activities not listed
Alcoholic beverages & soft drinks
Information:
- Duration: 5 Days /4 Night
- Best Time to Visit: June to October December to March
- Group Size: Any