5-Day Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Materuni Safari

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

Tarangire National Park

The Tarangire National Park boasts giant baobab trees, expansive bush savannah, and seasonal marshes, enhancing its natural allure. Renowned for offering exceptional close-up encounters with elephants, it stands as one of the prime locations for observing these magnificent creatures. Additionally, the park hosts herds of buffaloes, zebras, and wildebeests, often trailed by a diverse array of predators, including lions. While leopards occasionally grace the landscape, sightings of cheetahs are rare. Perched atop the safari vehicle's open roof, you'll marvel at the panoramic vistas and wildlife sightings. As the day wanes, you'll depart the park, journeying to your lodge where you'll spend the night, immersed in the tranquility of the wilderness.

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

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HippoCommon

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Fig Tree Lodge & Camp

• Budget hotel located in Mto wa Mbu (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Serengeti National Park

The entirety of the day is dedicated to immersing yourself in the wonders of the Serengeti through game viewing. Your itinerary will be tailored to the movements of the migrating herds, ensuring optimal wildlife encounters. Typically, predators such as lions, leopards (often found amidst the acacia trees), and cheetahs trail closely behind these nomadic groups. During the brief rainy season spanning November and December, the herds migrate from the northern hills to the southern plains. Conversely, in the longer rainy season from April to June, they journey back up north. As the migration pattern is intricately linked to annual rainfall, the precise location of the herds may vary from year to year. Rest assured, your experienced guide will navigate these fluctuations, leading you to prime viewing spots for an unforgettable safari experience.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)

High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater

After an early breakfast in Seronera, Serengeti National Park, you'll embark on a morning game drive, offering ample opportunities to spot a variety of wildlife. As the afternoon approaches, you'll return to the camp for lunch and to pack up. While making your way out of the Serengeti, you’ll continue your game drive, heading toward the Ngorongoro Simba Campsite, located on the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, a two-hour drive away.

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

Show more

ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• On the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater

Meals & Drinks:

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

Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

The Ngorongoro Crater is renowned as Tanzania's premier wildlife park, celebrated for its stunning crater landscape and the ease of spotting wildlife. After an early breakfast, you'll head to the Ngorongoro viewpoint to take in the breathtaking and surreal panorama of the crater.

From there, you'll descend into the crater in search of the elusive black rhinos. Although spotting rhinos can be challenging, the crater's floor generally offers excellent visibility for other wildlife. The Ngorongoro Crater stands out as the crown jewel of Tanzania’s parks, with its picturesque scenery and abundant wildlife. The unique ecosystem within the crater is self-sustaining, so animals remain within its boundaries without migrating out.

After lunch, you'll embark on a game drive within the crater before ascending and heading back to your hotel in Arusha.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Accommodation:

Arusha Tourist Inn Hotel

• Budget hotel located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Materuni waterfalls

Today, we leave at 7:30am and drive to the Kilimanjaro region. We pass through Kishumundu villages and reach the highlands of Materuni village. There, we hike for about 45 minutes to see a beautiful waterfall. After that, we learn about making coffee and enjoy some local food.

Main Destination:

Materuni Waterfalls (Highlight)

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.