5-Day Serengeti & Ngorongoro
More time in Tanzania’s two flagship parks, with Tarangire added along the way.
This is a sample itinerary for a 5-day safari giving you extra time in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, with a stop at Tarangire along the way. Every trip we plan is adjusted to your dates, group size and budget.
Duration
5 days / 4 nights
Style
Mid-range lodges (upgradable)
From
$2,100 per person
Day by day
1
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Pick-up from your Arusha hotel and drive to Tarangire, known for its huge elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. Afternoon game drive, overnight at a lodge or tented camp.
2
Tarangire to Central Serengeti
A full day’s drive west with game viewing along the way, arriving in the Serengeti’s Seronera area by afternoon. Overnight in a lodge or tented camp inside the park.
3
Full day in the Serengeti
A full day of game drives across the plains, with the best chance of predator sightings and, in season, migration herds.
4
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands
Depart the Serengeti with a final game drive, then climb to the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater. Overnight at a lodge on the crater rim.
5
Ngorongoro Crater and return to Arusha
A morning game drive on the crater floor, with a real chance of seeing all of the Big Five, before the drive back to Arusha and your onward flight or hotel drop-off.
What’s included
- All park entry and conservation fees
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle and driver-guide
- 4 nights’ accommodation as specified
- All meals from Day 1 lunch to Day 5 breakfast
- Airport or hotel transfers in Arusha
Not included
- International flights
- Tanzania visa
- Travel insurance
- Tips for your driver-guide
- Personal spending and drinks