Departure from

• This tour begins and ends in Arusha The first day of the tour, you will be picked up from your hotel in Arusha and transfer to Tarangire National park.
Transportation

Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Group Size

Not for solo travelers
Accomodation

Pre and post tour accommodation may also be arranged at an extra cost.
Arrival on

Can start any day
Tour type

Mid-range, private tour
Meals

All meals included
Language

English
Minimum Age

5

Overview

Discover the best of Tanzania on a 5-Day Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Manyara Safari. Experience thrilling game drives, witness diverse wildlife, and explore the stunning landscapes of four iconic national parks in one unforgettable adventure.

This 5-day activity will provide wonderful and insightful opportunities to see beautiful and wonderful animals. You have walked in the raw face of African wilderness. Wild animals will be observed and photographed, as well as the magnificent landscapes of Tanzania will be shown. All this with the help of a tour operator located in Arusha. This tour comes with full-board accommodation during the safari, an individual English-speaking guide, the utilization of the 4 x 4 Jeep with bottled water, power outlets, and binoculars.

Highlights

Private tour
Mid-range tour
Can start any day
Can be customized
Not for solo travelers
Minimum age of 5 years
A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Day 01 :

Arrival in Arusha

With the assistance of our professional tour guide, we will then transfer you to your hotel either from Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport. This will be the day you will spend the rest of the day in the hotel and spend the night there. Then, we are ready to take you on the Arusha city tour to discover this beautiful city.

Main Destination: Arusha (City)

Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge

A mid-range lodge that is situated in Arusha (City).

Meals & Drinks:

Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 02 :

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, there is a beautiful game drive to Tarangire National Park with packed lunch.

Some of the most numerous animals that can be spotted in Tarangire National Park include, huge herds of elephants. The park has many land features including seasonal swamps, and the park has most of the year round Tarangire river running through the parklands. We might have had the real-life experience of watching a lion hunting a prey or leopard perched on a tree looking for its pray. After all the game drives are over, we transfer to your lodge to rest, eat and sleep.

Main Destination: Tarangire National Park

Best Season: July to December (Animals migrate to the Tarangire River)

Tourism High season: is from June to October, though the park is busiest then.

Best Weather: June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP: Elephant, Giraffe, Lion, Buffalo, Zebra, Wildebeest, Hippo, Hyena, Leopard, Cheetah, Wild Dog, White Rhino, Black Rhino

Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge

The mid-range lodge is situated in Karatu (Town).

Meals & Drinks:

All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 03 :

Ngorongoro Crater to Serengeti National Park

In the morning, drive directly to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area where the group will have a full day game drive into Ngorongoro Crater with lunch served inside the crater. Later transfer to Serengeti National Park for your overnight stay.

The Ngorongoro Conservation Area is the world’s largest intact volcanic crater and one of the seven natural wonders in Africa. In the area, one can find about 30,000 large mammals all through the year including buffaloes, lions, elephants, cheetahs, and rhinos while bird life includes flamingoes, eagles, buzzards and so on. This means that there are many animals to see within a short span of time.

Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater

Ideal Climate: June to October (For wildlife)

Peak Season: All year-round, especially during the high tourism months of July – March

The best times to visit are: June to October and there is very little if any rain during these months.

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater: Black Rhino, Lion, Buffalo, Zebra, Wildebeest, Hyena, Elephant, Hippo, Leopard, Giraffe, White Rhino, Cheetah, Wild Dog

Accommodation: Serengeti Classic View Camp

A central Serengeti National Park based, medium level tented camp

Meals & Drinks:

All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 04 :

Serengeti National Park to Karatu

You will wake up early for the magical game drive in the Serengeti National Park and later in the evening, you will proceed to Karatu. Your acccommodation for the night is near the Ngorongoro Crater. The next morning early, we shall go down the crater because animals are most expressive during the morning hours.

Tanzania’s most famous park is distinguished by enormous herds of the best-known animals, such as zebras, antelope, and wildebeest. But do not be surprised to sight resident big cats including leopards, cheetahs and lions doing what they were destined to do.

Main Destination: Serengeti National Park

Best time to Travel: Ideal season to travel to its natural attractions may vary for different parts of the country January-February and June-October ideal for wildlife viewing seasons are not ideal for most natural attractions.

High Season: The high season is July to March (The Seronera area is very busy)

Best Weather: June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP: Elephant, Lion, Cheetah, Buffalo, Zebra, Wildebeest, Giraffe, Hippo, Hyena, Leopard, Black Rhino, Wild Dog, White Rhino

Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge

The mid-range lodge is situated in Karatu (Town).

Meals & Drinks:

All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 05 :

Manyara National Park to Arusha

Following a sumptuous breakfast, proceed for the Game drive at Lake Manyara National Park with packed lunch. At the end of the day, we will then drop you at Arusha where the tour culminates.

This park is famously known for its tree clamping lions which are usually found in the trees. You will also note that there are many troops of baboons living in the forest, right from the time you begin your drive through the park.

Main Destination: Lake Manyara National Park

Recommended travel time: June to October (Opportunity to see animals more often)

High Season: July to March: The northern section experience high traffic.

Best Weather: June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP: Elephant, Giraffe, Buffalo, Zebra, Wildebeest, Hippo, Lion, Hyena, Leopard, Wild Dog, White Rhino, Black Rhino, Cheetah

Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour

Additional accommodation for the course can also be arranged for a fee.
You will be dropped at the airport.

FAQs

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What are the activities that the 5-Day Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Manyara Journeyinclusive of?

This tour; 5 Days of Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Manyara- covers 4×4 safari car with a professional guide, park fees and fees, accommodation either in lodge/tented and meals as planned package. Further, game drives in Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara National Park are included. Some packages may also include drinking water which comes in bottles and airport transfers from Arusha town. Extra activities such as cultural tours or balloon safari in the Serengeti can also be organized at extra fee.

Which wild animals can you find during the 5-Day Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Manyara Safari?

The adventure of 5 Day Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Manyara has been among the best for those who want to experience Africa’s majestic animals. Here in Tarangire National Park, lots of elephants, lions, giraffe and various types of antelopeswill be sighted. Other big attractions are the so called Big Five – lions, leopards, African elephants, buffaloes, and rhinos; and cheetahs as well as herds of wildebeests and zebras depending on the season. Ngorongoro Crater has the highest chances of seeing rhinos and high predatory animals, and Lake Manyara National park has colonies of tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and many birds.

When is the most suitable time to undertake the 5 Days Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Manyara Tour?

The 5-Day Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Manyara Journey can be taken in at any time of the year, although it depends with the, type of wildlife you want to see. The best time to see the animals around water sources and to witness the great migration in the Serengeti ecosystem is during the dry season from June to October. The rainy season of November to May yields more vegetation, fewer people than the dry season, and good bird watching, with migrant birds flocking the Manyara Lake. If you want to see newborn animals, the calving season in the southern Serengeti is from January to March…you will also see various predator actions.

During the 5-Day Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Manyara Journey, which kind of accommodations are offered?

Suggested accommodation options in the 5-Day Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Manyara Journey range from luxury lodges, mid-range tented camps, and budget camping. The comforts like en-suites, hot showers and good quality food as well as housekeeping and laundry services are also offered in lodges. Tented camps have comfortable beds and private bathrooms, however they are basically constructed with large windows and stunning views over the African scenery. Given it only provides aprimitive accommodation with shared facilities, it falls under the campsite budget camping category. There are budget constraints and personal preferences when it comes to selection of a particular place to stay.

Just how strenuous is the Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Manyara 5-Day Trip?

The 5-Day Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Manyara Journey is not too strenuous because most of the time visitors are in the Safari Jeep during the game drives. But it is indeed possible to take short strolls, particularly near the lodges or camp sites. There are several factors that can be considered as drawbacks like the roads can be rough, particularly in the Serengeti, which can sometimes be tiring to some people. Any mobility concern that you may have should be communicated to the tour operator prior to travel so that he or she can make all the necessary arrangements to ensure that you are comfortable during the tour.

What should I expect for the 5-Day Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Manyara Tour?

For the 5-Day Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Manyara Journey, bring casual, light clothing with light earthy colors, a jacket since it will be cold in the morning, comfortable flat shoes for walking, and a hat to protect from the sun. These are sunscreen lotion, insect repellent, binoculars, camera with extra batteries and any other medicines the patient needs. It is also advisable to bring some money for tipping and for shopping. Make sure you have all the immunization and the visa to visit Tanzania. Most importantly, make sure to come with an adventurous spirit to capture the true essence of the unforgettable Eastern African safari experience!