
5-Day Tanzania Safari from Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport – Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater
A 5-day journey combining Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire National Park.
About this safari
A 5-day journey combining Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire National Park. Include a Kilimanjaro-area excursion alongside the safari, allowing for travel between the two landscapes.
This 5 days / 4 nights private safari starts in Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport and takes you to Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park. Your own vehicle and guide set the pace, and every stay and transfer is confirmed around your dates.
Safari snapshot
A quick look at the route, day by day.
| Day | Place | Highlights | Hotel options |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport / Arusha – Transfer & Safari Briefing | Briefing for your safari · Relaxing at your hotel | TULIA BOUTIQUE |
| Day 2 | Arusha – Tarangire National Park | Tarangire National Park safari Scenic game drives · Picnic lunch | Kankari Lodge |
| Day 3 | Karatu – Serengeti National Park – Afternoon Game Drive | Transit game drive · Picnic lunch | Safari Haven Tented Camp |
| Day 4 | Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Crater Rim | Transit game drive · Picnic lunch | Kankari Lodge |
| Day 5 | Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive – Return to Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport Departure | Early game drive at Ngorongoro crater · Picnic lunch · Transfer to Arusha | Departure |
Ways to customise this trip
- Add a night in the bush, a cultural visit or a balloon flight
- Upgrade your stays or finish with beach time in Zanzibar
Route
- Day 1Arusha
- Day 2Tarangire
- Day 3Serengeti
- Day 4Serengeti
- Day 5Ngorongoro Crater
Day by day
Here is how the days run. We can adjust the route around your dates and the pace you want.
1Day 1Arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport / Arusha – Transfer & Safari BriefingTULIA BOUTIQUE

Meet the arrival team and transfer to the Arusha-area accommodation before the safari begins. Use the safari briefing to review the route and practical arrangements with the local team.
- Main stop
- Arusha City
- Accommodation
- TULIA BOUTIQUE
- Activities
- Briefing for your safari · Relaxing at your hotel

2Day 2Arusha – Tarangire National ParkKankari Lodge / Breakfast, Lunch & dinner

Explore Tarangire by safari vehicle, looking across the river corridors and baobab woodland for wildlife. The route continues from Arusha towards Tarangire National Park, with transfer timing coordinated around the activities.
- Main stop
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation
- Kankari Lodge
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch & dinner
- Activities
- Tarangire National Park safari Scenic game drives · Picnic lunch

3Day 3Karatu – Serengeti National Park – Afternoon Game DriveSafari Haven Tented Camp / Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Explore the Serengeti by safari vehicle, allowing time for wildlife stops across its open grassland and scattered woodland. The route continues from Karatu towards Serengeti National Park, with transfer timing coordinated around the activities.
- Main stop
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation
- Safari Haven Tented Camp
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Activities
- Transit game drive · Picnic lunch

4Day 4Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Crater RimKankari Lodge / Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Explore the Serengeti by safari vehicle, allowing time for wildlife stops across its open grassland and scattered woodland. The route continues from Serengeti National Park towards Ngorongoro Highlands, with transfer timing coordinated around the activities.
- Main stop
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation
- Kankari Lodge
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Activities
- Transit game drive · Picnic lunch

5Day 5Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive – Return to Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport DepartureBreakfast, Lunch

Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for wildlife viewing across the basin’s grasslands, wetlands and lake margins. The route continues from Ngorongoro Crater towards Kilimanjaro Airport, with transfer timing coordinated around the activities.
- Main stop
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Activities
- Early game drive at Ngorongoro crater · Picnic lunch · Transfer to Arusha
Accommodation
Where you stay on this trip. We can move the comfort level up or down when we plan your dates.
Tour rates
Your price depends on your dates, group size and the stays you choose. We confirm it in writing once we have checked availability.
Prices are per person and assume shared rooms. Season, park fees, group size, flights and lodge availability all affect the final quote.
Get my exact quoteWhat’s included
Included
- A detailed proposal will confirm the vehicle, guide, accommodation, meals and park fees included in your chosen arrangement.
Not included
- International flights, visas and travel insurance unless explicitly stated.
- Optional activities and personal expenses not listed in the confirmed proposal.
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Read guideFrequently asked questions
Can this 5 days / 4 nights itinerary be changed?
Yes. We can review your dates, daily pace, room preferences and interests, then build a specific proposal. Changes to flights, activities or park nights may affect cost and availability.
Which accommodation will I stay in?
Your proposal will name the properties and room categories for each night. Any stays shown here are planning options and remain subject to availability; alternative properties are agreed before confirmation.
What wildlife will we see?
Wildlife sightings depend on season, weather and the animals themselves. Your guide plans around local conditions, but particular species, migration movements and river crossings cannot be guaranteed.
Can I change the route and accommodation?
Yes. The published routes are starting points. Tell us your dates, interests and preferred comfort level so we can adjust nights, transfers and activities before quoting.
What determines the final price?
The travel season, number of travellers sharing a vehicle, park fees, room arrangements, lodge availability and domestic flights all affect cost. Your written proposal will identify inclusions and optional extras.
Can the safari finish in Zanzibar?
A mainland safari can connect with Zanzibar by a separately arranged domestic flight. Leave enough time for the transfer and confirm baggage allowances before booking flights.
When is the best time for a Tanzania safari?
Wildlife can be seen all year. June to October is dry, with animals gathering near water. January to March brings the calving season in the southern Serengeti. April and May are the long rains: greener, quieter and often better value. We match the parks and camps to the month you travel.
How many days do I need?
Two or three days suit Tarangire and Ngorongoro. Four to six days let you add the Serengeti without rushing, and seven or more give time for extra parks, a cultural visit or the coast. Fewer long drives usually means a better trip.
Is the safari private?
Our tailor-made safaris are private: your own vehicle and guide, and a daily pace set around your group. Shared departures can sometimes be arranged for solo travellers — ask us and we’ll explain the options.
What vehicle will we travel in?
Game drives are in a 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for viewing and photography. Your proposal confirms the vehicle and seating for your group size.
Is a safari suitable for children?
Yes, with the right planning. We keep drives shorter, choose family-friendly rooms and build in rest time. Some camps and activities have minimum ages, so please share each child’s age when you enquire.
Can you cater for dietary needs?
Most lodges and camps can prepare vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and other meals with notice. Tell us about allergies or requirements when you enquire and we’ll pass them to every property on your route.
Do I need vaccinations or malaria tablets?
Requirements depend on your nationality and recent travel, and a yellow fever certificate may be needed if you arrive from certain countries. Malaria precautions are generally advised. Please check with a travel health clinic before you go.
What should I budget for tips?
Tipping is not compulsory but is customary for guides and lodge staff. We include current guidance with your proposal so you can plan for it in advance.
Will there be Wi-Fi and charging?
Many lodges and camps offer charging points and some Wi-Fi, but the connection can be slow or limited to main areas in remote parks. A spare power bank is useful on game drives.
How far in advance should I book?
For July to October and the holiday season, three to nine months ahead gives the best choice of camps. Shorter notice is often possible — send us your dates and we’ll check availability.
A few details.
A good beginning.
Tell us who is coming and what you would love to find here. We’ll send back a route you can read, question and make your own.
- Planned around your dates and interests
- Midrange or luxury, at your pace
- A personal conversation with our local team





