5-Day Luxury Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater
This 5-day Tanzania safari takes you through some of the most famous wildlife destinations in Africa; Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater. Experience unforgettable game drives, stunning landscapes, and luxury safari lodges in the heart of the African wilderness. From the elephant-dotted plains of Tarangire to the predator-rich savannahs of the Serengeti and the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater, this itinerary is crafted to maximize wildlife sightings, comfort, and cultural experiences in a short but immersive adventure.
Day 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
Your journey begins upon arrival in Arusha with a pick up at the hotel or Kilimanjaro International Airport. You’ll meet your expert safari driver-guide and set off for Tarangire National Park, known for its massive elephant herds, towering baobab trees, and diverse wildlife population.
Enjoy a scenic game drive with the chance to spot:
- Large herds of elephants
- Tree-climbing lions (seasonal)
- Giraffes, wildebeests, zebras, and over 500 bird species
In the afternoon, continue to your luxury lodge near the Ngorongoro Conservation Area for a relaxing evening.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Drinks: Drinking water
Accommodation: The Retreat at Ngorongoro
Day 2: Karatu to Central Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, journey through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands and enter the legendary Serengeti National Park a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the Great Wildebeest Migration.
After arriving embark on your first Serengeti game drive. The central Serengeti (Seronera region) offers excellent year-round wildlife viewing, with high densities of predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Drinks: Drinking water
Accommodation: Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge
Day 3: Full-Day Safari in Serengeti National Park
Spend the day exploring the vast plains of the Serengeti, which offer some of the best safari experiences in Africa. You can choose between a full-day game drive with a packed lunch or two shorter drives with a midday break at the lodge.
Wildlife highlights:
- Witness large predators in action
- Spot hippos in pools and crocodiles along riverbanks
- Catch glimpses of the Great Migration (depending on the season)
Optional: Hot Air Balloon Safari at sunrise (advance booking required)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Drinks: Drinking water
Accommodation: Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge
Day 4: Serengeti Morning Safari – Transfer to Ngorongoro Crater Rim
Enjoy a final early morning game drive in the Serengeti, when predators are most active. After breakfast, begin your drive toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with optional stops at a Maasai boma (village) or the Olduvai Gorge, known as the “Cradle of Mankind.”
Arrive at the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera, and check in to your lodge with spectacular crater views.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Drinks: Drinking water
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater & return to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport
After an early breakfast, descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. This natural amphitheater offers one of the best opportunities to spot the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino) in one place.
Expect to see:
- Black rhinos (rare and endangered)
- Large prides of lions
- Hippos, flamingos, jackals, and hyenas
After lunch, drive back to Arusha or proceed to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your evening flight.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Drinks: Drinking water
Accommodation: None
Inclusives:
All accommodations throughout the safari.
Meals as specified on the day by day program and served based on the preference
4*4 Safari vehicle with pop-up roof top, large custom window in each seat
Professional English-speaking safari guide
Park and conservation area entrance fees
Unlimited safari mileage
Drinking water
- Beer & wines, non alcoholic drinks
Exclusives:
International airfares.
Travel insurance.
Visa fees.
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, tips, alcoholic beverages, and laundry.
Optional activities and excursions not mentioned in the itinerary.