5-Day Safari in Tanzania

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival to Tanzania

Meet and greet at Kilimanjaro International Airport before you take a one-hour ride to Arusha town for the night. We take care of your stay, with breakfast included at Planet Lodge, a few minutes' drive to Arusha city center.
Take some rest and get ready for an exciting safari in the morning.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Arusha Planet Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Lake Manyara National Park

You’ll start your journey from Arusha, heading to Lake Manyara National Park, a drive of about two hours. Along the way, we’ll pass through Mto Wa Mbu, a vibrant market town renowned for its agricultural produce and cultural diversity—a great spot for souvenirs.

After a brief visit to the village market, we’ll enter Lake Manyara National Park. The park is a paradise for photographers and offers some of the finest game viewing in the world. Look out for Africa’s iconic wildlife, including the famous tree-climbing lions, which often perch in acacia trees, offering fantastic photo opportunities.

Bird enthusiasts will be thrilled by the park's avian diversity. Expect to see impressive flocks of flamingos, soaring birds of prey, and the striking lilac-breasted roller, even if you’re new to bird-watching.

After a day of exploration, you’ll head to your chosen accommodation for a delicious dinner and a restful night.

Main Destination:

Lake Manyara National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals)

High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

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LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

Karatu Tented Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Manyara NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, you'll head to Ngorongoro Crater, often hailed as the Eighth Wonder of the World. When you first view this expansive, lush caldera from the panoramic viewpoint, you'll quickly see why it holds such a revered status.

Ngorongoro Conservation Area is home to over 120 mammal species, including the legendary Big Five, making it one of the most sought-after safari destinations globally. It’s an excellent spot to see the endangered black rhinoceros grazing on the grass plains and many hippos enjoying the cool waters.

From the comfort of your open-top vehicle, you can observe and photograph Africa’s most iconic wildlife. The crater hosts a variety of predators, such as lions, leopards, cheetahs, jackals, and hyenas, alongside a large population of wildebeest, zebras, antelope, and cape buffalo.

After an exhilarating day of wildlife viewing, you'll enjoy a picnic lunch by the park's renowned hippo pool before return to the lodge for the night.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)

High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)

Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

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ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Karatu Tented Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, you'll head to Tarangire National Park for a half-day game drive.

As you enter Tarangire, you'll embark on a game drive through a stunning landscape of endless golden savannah surrounding the Tarangire River. This river is a crucial water source for the park's wildlife, especially during the dry season. The river is flanked by acacia and baobab trees, drawing large herds of elephants and other herbivores such as zebras and antelopes.

Enjoy a picnic lunch with a scenic view of the river, but watch the local monkeys—they’re known for their antics in trying to snatch your food!

Throughout your drive, you'll have the chance to spot lions, leopards, cape buffalo, and a diverse range of antelopes. You might even encounter rare species like the Greater Kudu or the Fringe-Eared Oryx if you're lucky.

After your game drive in Tarangire, you'll overnight at your accommodation in the park.

Main Destination:

Tarangire National Park

Best Time To Visit July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River)

High Season June to October (The park is full of visitors)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

Show more

HippoCommon

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Baobab Tented Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Tarangire - Arusha

The last day of the safari starts at 7 a.m. and includes the morning safari in Tarangire National Park. The tour takes you through lunchtime when you check out of the park to Arusha, where you will be dropped off at the place of your choice for onward journeys.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

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

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.