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Tour Overview: 5-Day Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater Safari

Embark on a breathtaking adventure through Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations—the Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater. This 5-day safari offers an immersive experience into the heart of the African wilderness, complete with luxury or mid-range accommodations that blend comfort with nature.

Tour Highlights

  • Day 1: Transfer from Arusha to Tarangire National Park
  • Day 2: Tarangire to Serengeti National Park
  • Day 3: Full day Serengeti national park
  • Day 4: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation area
  • Day 5: Ngorongoro conservation area and departure to Arusha

5-Day Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater Safari Detailed itinerary

Day 1: Arrival/ pick up from Arusha and drive to Tarangire national park

Your journey begins in Arusha, the gateway to Tanzania’s northern safari circuit. Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met by your guide and transferred to you Tarangire national park. on arrival, check in to the lodge and your lunch. After lunch, you will go on evening game drive best time for game viewing when the animals are most active. Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.

Accommodation options: Tarangire tree tops/ Nimali Tarangire (Luxury), Tarangire Safari lodge/ Tarangire Sopa lodge

Meals: Lunch and Dinner

Day 2: Arusha to Serengeti National Park

After an early breakfast, embark on a scenic drive or opt for a short flight to the Serengeti National Park, known for its endless plains and abundant wildlife. Upon arrival, enjoy a game drive en route to your accommodation, where you might spot lions, elephants, and cheetahs.

Activities:

Morning drive to the Serengeti

Afternoon game drive to explore the central Serengeti (Seronera area)

Accommodation options:

Luxury: Four Seasons Safari Lodge

Mid-Range: Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge

Budget: Serengeti Heritage Camp

Meals plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Full Day in Serengeti National Park

Spend a full day exploring the Serengeti, starting with an early morning game drive to catch predators in action. Witness the vast herds of wildebeest and zebra, as well as giraffes, hippos, and various bird species. In the afternoon, return to your lodge or camp for leisure time before heading out for an evening game drive.

Highlights:

Optional hot air balloon safari at sunrise, followed by a champagne breakfast (additional cost)

Exploration of the Seronera Valley, known for big cats and the river ecosystem

Accommodation: Same as Day 2

Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After breakfast, enjoy a final game drive in the Serengeti before heading to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, visit a Maasai village to learn about their rich culture and traditions. Arrive at the Ngorongoro Crater rim by late afternoon, where you can enjoy stunning views.

Activities:

Morning Serengeti game drive

Optional Maasai village tour

Arrival at Ngorongoro Crater rim

Accommodation options:

Luxury: Ngorongoro Crater Lodge

Mid-Range: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

Budget: Rhino Lodge

Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater Tour and Departure

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive in this UNESCO World Heritage Site. The crater boasts an extraordinary concentration of wildlife, including the Big Five—lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffalo. After a memorable morning, enjoy a picnic lunch in the crater before driving back to Arusha for your onward journey.

Highlights:

Big Five sightings and diverse wildlife

Picnic lunch at the hippo pool

Accommodation: Day room in Arusha (if needed)

Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch

End of tour 

Itinerary Route Map

The tour starts from Kigali to Volcanoes National Park and back to Kigali at the end of the tour.

TOUR INCLUDES AND EXCLUS

Safari Includes

  • All park fees and crater entry fees
  • Full-board accommodation (meals as indicated)
  • Professional safari guide and 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof
  • Bottled water during game drives
  • Transfers to and from Kilimanjaro International Airport

Safari Excludes

  • International and local flights,
  • visas
  • personal expenses like tipping, beverages, wines, and insurance.

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