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5-Day Tanzania Safari from Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport – Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater
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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.

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Duration5 Days / 4 Nights
DestinationsSerengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park
Starting fromTailored quote
Overview

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.

Start / endArusha / Kilimanjaro Airport → Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport
TravellingPrivate vehicle & guide
StaysMid-range or luxury
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Safari snapshot

A quick look at the route, day by day.

Day-by-day safari summary
DayPlaceHighlightsHotel options
Day 1Arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport / Arusha – Transfer & Safari BriefingBriefing for your safari · Relaxing at your hotelTULIA BOUTIQUE
Day 2Arusha – Tarangire National ParkTarangire National Park safari Scenic game drives · Picnic lunchKankari Lodge
Day 3Karatu – Serengeti National Park – Afternoon Game DriveTransit game drive · Picnic lunchSafari Haven Tented Camp
Day 4Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Crater RimTransit game drive · Picnic lunchKankari Lodge
Day 5Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive – Return to Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport DepartureEarly game drive at Ngorongoro crater · Picnic lunch · Transfer to ArushaDeparture

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
Customise this trip
Where you go

Route

1Arusha2Tarangire3Serengeti5Ngorongoro Crater
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
  1. Day 1Arusha
  2. Day 2Tarangire
  3. Day 3Serengeti
  4. Day 4Serengeti
  5. 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
Arusha City

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
Accommodation · Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa
Arusha City landscape
Tulia Boutique Hotel & SpaBoutique hotel / Mid-range / Arusha CityView accommodation
2Day 2Arusha – Tarangire National ParkKankari Lodge / Breakfast, Lunch & dinner
Tarangire National Park

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
Accommodation · Kankari Lodge
Ngorongoro Crater landscape
Kankari LodgeSafari lodge / Mid-range / Ngorongoro CraterView accommodation
3Day 3Karatu – Serengeti National Park – Afternoon Game DriveSafari Haven Tented Camp / Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Serengeti National Park

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
Accommodation · Safari Haven Tented Camp
Central Serengeti landscape
Safari Haven Tented CampTented camp / Luxury / Central SerengetiView accommodation
4Day 4Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Crater RimKankari Lodge / Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Serengeti National Park

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
Accommodation · Kankari Lodge
Ngorongoro Crater landscape
Kankari LodgeSafari lodge / Mid-range / Ngorongoro CraterView accommodation
5Day 5Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive – Return to Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport DepartureBreakfast, Lunch
Ngorongoro Crater

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.

Travel styleWhat changesPrice
Mid-rangeComfortable lodges and tented camps, well placed for the parksOn request
LuxurySmaller, more private camps with extra space and serviceOn request

Prices are per person and assume shared rooms. Season, park fees, group size, flights and lodge availability all affect the final quote.

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What’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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Good to know

Frequently asked questions

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  7. 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.

  8. 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.

  9. 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.

  10. 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.

  11. 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.

  12. 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.

  13. 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.

  14. 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.

  15. 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.

  16. 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.

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