5-Day Serengeti Under the Star Safari

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

Arrival in Arusha

Your adventure begins as you arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, where our representative warmly welcomes you. After a short briefing, you’ll be transferred to your lodge in Arusha. You'll settle in and relax, enjoying the tranquil surroundings of your lodge. If time permits, you can explore the vibrant town of Arusha or simply rest in preparation for the days ahead. Dinner will be served at the lodge.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Banana Farm Eco Hostel

• Budget guest house located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, your safari begins with a drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large herds of elephants and iconic baobab trees. You'll spend the day on a game drive, exploring the park’s diverse landscapes and spotting wildlife such as giraffes, lions, zebras, and antelopes. During the dry season, the Tarangire River becomes a magnet for animals, offering exceptional viewing opportunities. You'll enjoy a picnic lunch within the park and continue exploring until evening.

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:

TANAPA Tarangire Rest House

• Budget guest house located inside Tarangire NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Serengeti National Park

After an early breakfast, you will set off on a scenic drive to Serengeti National Park via the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. En route, you'll marvel at the breathtaking vistas and stop for photos at the Ngorongoro Crater rim. Upon arrival in the Serengeti, you will embark on an afternoon game drive. The Serengeti is home to the famous great migration, and its endless plains are teeming with predators, herbivores, and diverse bird species.

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

Show more

GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

TANAPA Serengeti Rest House (Seronera)

• Budget guest house located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Full-Day in Serengeti National Park

Today is dedicated to exploring the Serengeti. You'll begin with an early morning game drive, the best time to witness predators on the hunt. After breakfast, you will continue searching for wildlife, including cheetahs, elephants, buffalos, and hippos. In the afternoon, you will enjoy a game drive or opt for an optional hot air balloon safari, which provides a bird’s-eye view of the park followed by a champagne breakfast.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

TANAPA Serengeti Rest House (Seronera)

• Budget guest house located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Ngorongoro Crater and Return to Arusha

After breakfast, you will drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a haven for wildlife, including the rare black rhino, lions, and flamingos on the soda lakes. You'll enjoy a picnic lunch in this natural amphitheater before ascending the crater walls and making your way back to Arusha. Depending on your departure time, you’ll be transferred to the airport for your flight home or to your next destination.

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:

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.