5-Day Luxury Safari - Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro

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

Arrival in Arusha - Gateway to your safari

Welcome to Tanzania! Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK), our friendly representative will greet you with a warm smile and assist with your transfer to your hotel in Arusha. Arusha is a vibrant city nestled at the foot of Mount Meru, serving as the perfect starting point for your safari adventure.

Take the rest of the day to relax and recover from your journey. Depending on your arrival time, you can explore the lively markets, visit the Cultural Heritage Centre, or simply unwind at your hotel. In the evening, enjoy a delicious dinner while your guide briefs you about the exciting days ahead.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Mount Meru Hotel

• Luxury hotel located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Drinks not included

Arusha to Tarangire Park

After an early breakfast, embark on a scenic drive to Tarangire National Park, a hidden gem renowned for its vast elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse wildlife. The park is home to an array of animals, including lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and over 500 bird species.

Your expert guide will take you on a thrilling game drive through the park’s open savannahs, riverine forests, and swamps. The Tarangire River, which runs through the park, attracts large numbers of animals, especially during the Dry season. Keep your camera ready for breathtaking moments!

Enjoy a picnic lunch in a scenic spot, surrounded by the beauty of the African wilderness. Continue with an afternoon game drive before heading to your lodge.

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:

Manyara's Secret

• Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinks not included

Tarangire to Serengeti Park

After breakfast, depart for the legendary Serengeti National Park, Tanzania’s most famous wildlife reserve. The journey takes you through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, offering stunning views and wildlife encounters along the way. You may spot Maasai herders with their livestock, a testament to the harmonious coexistence of people and wildlife.

Upon entering the Serengeti, you’ll immediately be struck by its breathtaking landscapes – vast golden plains stretching as far as the eye can see. This park is home to the great migration, where millions of wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles traverse the plains in search of greener pastures.

Enjoy an afternoon game drive, tracking the park’s famous residents, including lions, cheetahs, elephants, and hippos. As the sun sets, head to your lodge or tented camp in the heart of the Serengeti for dinner and a peaceful night under the African stars.

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:

Misako Luxury Camps & Lodges

• Luxury tented camp located inside Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Serengeti Park

Rise early for a magical sunrise game drive in the Serengeti, the best time to witness predators in action. Watch as the golden light bathes the savannah, bringing the landscape to life. You may see lions returning from a hunt, hyenas scavenging, or herds of antelopes grazing.

Return to the camp for a hearty breakfast before continuing your safari. Explore more of the park, visiting areas known for exceptional wildlife sightings, including the Seronera Valley and the Grumeti River, where crocodiles lurk beneath the surface.

In the afternoon, begin your journey to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying another scenic drive filled with wildlife encounters. Arrive in the evening at your lodge near the crater rim, where you’ll enjoy a warm meal and breathtaking views before settling in for the night.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

• Luxury lodge located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Ngorongoro Crater

After an early breakfast, descend into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a natural wonder and UNESCO World Heritage Site. This ancient volcanic caldera is home to an astonishing density of wildlife, including the Big Five – lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffalos.

Spend the morning exploring the crater floor, where you may witness lions basking in the sun, hippos wallowing in the pools, and flamingos wading through the soda lake. Your guide will take you to prime viewing spots, ensuring an unforgettable safari experience.

Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic spot before ascending the crater and beginning your journey back to Arusha. Upon arrival, you may be transferred to the airport or dropped off at your hotel, marking the end of your incredible safari adventure.

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.