5-Day Ngorongoro, Serengeti & Tarangire NP Budget Tour

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

Arusha-Serengeti

Your adventure begins with a transfer from Arusha to the world-renowned Serengeti National Park. Upon arrival, you will embark on an unforgettable game drive where you might encounter the majestic lions, graceful giraffes, playful zebras, and a variety of antelope species. After a day filled with wildlife sightings, you will settle in for a cozy dinner and overnight stay at the Serengeti Taji House, where you can relax and immerse yourself in the sounds of the African bush.

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:

TANAPA Serengeti Taji House

• Budget self catering accommodation located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Serengeti National Park

Spend the next two days exploring the vast plains of the Serengeti on full-day game drives. The park is home to the famous Big Five - elephants, buffaloes, leopards, rhinoceroses, and lions, offering you the chance to witness these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat. As you venture through the savannah, keep an eye out for the elusive cheetahs, hyenas, and wildebeests that call the Serengeti home. With each game drive, you will gain a deeper appreciation for the diverse flora and fauna of this spectacular national park. After exhilarating days of wildlife encounters, return to the comforts of Serengeti Taji House for peaceful evenings under the African stars.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

TANAPA Serengeti Taji House

• Budget self catering accommodation located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Serengeti to Ngorongoro

Today, you will journey to the iconic Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Tanzania's most visited attractions. Descend into the crater for a full day of game driving, where you can spot an array of wildlife such as hippos bathing in the watering holes, graceful gazelles grazing on the plains, and perhaps even the rare black rhinoceros. The Ngorongoro Crater is renowned for its high density of predators, so be on the lookout for lions, and hyenas as they roam the grasslands in search of their next meal. After an unforgettable day in this natural wonder, make your way to Mtu wa Mbu for an overnight stay at the comfortable Twiga Hotel, where you can unwind and reflect on the day's wildlife sights.

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:

Octagon Lodge

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

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Tarangire Game drive-Arusha

Your final day of the tour takes you to Tarangire National Park, known for its large herds of elephants that roam the expansive savannah. As you embark on a morning game drive, you may also encounter the park's diverse birdlife, including the iconic Maasai ostrich and colorful lilac-breasted roller. Keep your camera ready to capture sightings of majestic baobab trees that dot the landscape, providing shade for wildlife such as leopards and tree-climbing lions. After an exciting game drive, you will transfer back to Arusha in the afternoon, concluding your 5-day budget safari with unforgettable memories of Tanzania's most renowned national parks and their resident wildlife.

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:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinks not included

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