5-Day Tanzania Wildlife Safari
Overview
✨ SAFARI OVERVIEW
Embark on an unforgettable 5-day wildlife safari through Tanzania’s most iconic national parks and conservation areas. Beginning and ending in Arusha, this safari takes you through the dramatic landscapes of Tarangire, the calving grounds of Ndutu, the endless plains of the Serengeti, and the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater.
You will witness diverse wildlife, breathtaking scenery, and one of the greatest natural spectacles on earth—the Great Migration (February is peak calving season in Ndutu!). Accompanied by an experienced safari guide, enjoy comfortable accommodations, scenic drives, and rich wildlife encounters every single day.
This itinerary combines adventure, relaxation, comfort, and world-class safari experiences, making it an ideal choice for travelers seeking the perfect balance between exploration and comfort.
Included/Exclude
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- 4×4 pop-up roof Land Cruiser
- All park entry fees
- Unlimited game drives
- Full-board accommodation on safari (B/L/D)
- Bottled drinking water in the vehicle
- Crater service fees
- All government taxes
- Airport transfers (arrival & departure)
- Accommodation in Arusha before/after safari
- International & domestic flights
- Travel insurance
- Tips to guide and lodge staff
- Alcoholic & soft drinks
- Personal expenses (laundry, souvenirs, etc.)
- Optional activities (balloon safari, cultural visits)
Tour Plan
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Ai rport (ARK), your driver will warmly welcome you and transfer you to your hotel.
The rest of the day is at leisure—relax at the hotel, enjoy the views of Mt. Meru, or explore Arusha town.
Overnight: Hotel in Arusha Njiro regency
(Bed & Breakfast)
After breakfast, your driver-guide will meet you for a short briefing about the safari. Then begin your journey toward Tarangire National Park, a stunning wilderness filled with rolling savannahs, giant baobabs, and a permanent river that attracts wildlife all year round.
Spend the entire day exploring the park’s rich wildlife. Tarangire is famous for:
- Massive elephant herds
- Tree-climbing pythons
- Lions, leopards, and cheetahs
- Over 400 bird species
- Vast landscapes with ancient baobab trees
Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic point and continue with afternoon game drives before heading to your lodge for dinner.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: farm of dream Lodge
After breakfast, drive toward the Ndutu region—one of the most spectacular wildlife destinations between December and March.
During this time, over one million wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles gather to give birth, attracting predators like lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and leopards.
Arrive in the afternoon and enjoy a game drive across the open plains where new-born calves take their first steps while predators lurk nearby—an unforgettable wildlife experience.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Africa safari Ndutu
Begin with a sunrise game drive in Ndutu before heading north into Serengeti National Park, one of the most famous wildlife reserves in Africa.
Along the way, enjoy beautiful changing landscapes—from short grass plains to acacia savannah—and countless wildlife sightings.
Arrive in the Seronera region, known as the big cat capital of Africa, for an afternoon game drive. Expect to see:
- Lions resting on kopjes
- Leopards in acacia trees
- Cheetahs scanning the plains
- Elephants, giraffes, hippos, hyenas, and more
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Serengeti tukaone tented camp
Wake up early for a full day exploring the vast Serengeti. Your guide will take you to the best wildlife areas depending on animal movements and recent sightings.
Expect a day filled with:
- Predator action (lions, leopards, cheetahs)
- Hippo pools
- Beautiful open plains
- Hundreds of thousands of grazing animals
- Scenic landscapes with acacia trees and dramatic skies
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush and more game viewing before returning to camp in the evening.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Serengeti tukaone tented camp
After breakfast, depart Serengeti and drive to the majestic Ngorongoro Crater, often described as the world’s largest natural wildlife amphitheater.
Descend 600 meters to the crater floor for a half-day game drive.
This unique habitat supports over 25,000 animals, including:
- Black rhinos
- Lions and hyenas
- Zebras and wildebeests
- Buffalo and elephants
- Hippos and flamingos
Enjoy a scenic picnic lunch by the hippo pool before ascending the crater wall and driving back to Arusha.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Overnight: Njiro regency
