5 Days to Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater Safari

4.83/5
Based on 1 Reviews

About this tour

This 5-day Tanzanian safari provides a condensed yet immersive journey through the country’s two most iconic wildlife destinations. After arrival and an overnight in Arusha, you travel directly to the vast plains of the Serengeti National Park. Here, you spend two full days on extensive game drives in search of the renowned Big Five and the park’s incredible concentration of predators and grazing herds.

The adventure culminates with a full-day exploration of the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and natural amphitheater famed for its dense population of wildlife, including the rare black rhino. After ascending from the crater floor, you enjoy a final night’s accommodation before returning to Arusha for your onward flight. This efficient itinerary is ideal for travelers seeking a focused, highlights-based experience of Tanzania’s legendary northern circuit, staying in comfortable tented and lodge accommodations.

At Glance

Customization

This tour can be customized

Duration

5 Days

Minimum Age

3 years

Countries

Tanzania

Comfort Level

Mid-Range

Maximum Group Size

Any group size

Physical Level

Moderate

Best time

  • All year round

Best for

  • Adventure Travellers
  • Group Travellers

Getting There

  • This Tour starts in Arusha, Ends in Arusha
  • Your flight should arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)

Trip Itinerary

Day 1:

Arusha

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport ex your international flight.

After customs procedures and luggage collection, you will be met by meet-and-greet representative from Licaon Tours & Safaris who will introduce you to your driver-guide for the road transfer to your hotel in Arusha.

Dinner and overnight at Kahawa House.

Transport

  • 4x4 Closed pop-up roof vehicle

Meals

  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Drinks

  • Drinking water, Coffee

Accommodation

Day 2: Serengeti

Early breakfast at your lodge.

With packed lunches, drive to Serengeti National Park.

Later afternoon game drive en route as you proceed to your lodge, situated at Central Serengeti.

Dinner and accommodation at Kubukubu Tented Lodge.

Main Activities

  • Hiking, Game Drive

Transport

  • 4x4 Closed pop-up roof vehicle

Meals

  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Drinks

  • Drinking water, Coffee

Accommodation

Day 3: Serengeti

Spend an entire day with game drives in Serengeti National Camp.

This is one of the biggest parks in Tanzania. It features different species of big mammals, cats and birds. The chances to see big 5 are high. Prides of hunting lions, hyenas, grazing antelopes and buffaloes.

All meals and overnight at Kubukubu Tented Lodge.

Main Activities

  • Game Drive

Transport

  • 4x4 Closed pop-up roof vehicle

Meals

  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Drinks

  • Drinking water, Coffee

Accommodation

Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater

Early breakfast at your lodge.

With picnics, drive to Ngorongoro and arrive at the rim of the crater in 3 hours’ time.

Soon after, descend to the floor of the crater for game drives.

It is a home to black rhino, big tusked elephants, Ostriches, black backed jackals and hippos.

Later, ascend out of the crater and proceed to your lodge.

Later, proceed to Ngorongoro Farm House or similar for dinner and accommodation.

Transport

  • 4x4 Closed pop-up roof vehicle

Meals

  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Drinks

  • Drinking water, Coffee

Accommodation

Day 5: Arusha

Breakfast at the lodge.

Thereafter, drive back to Arusha with picnics.

Later, proceed to the airport for your onward flight.

(Depending on the departure time of your outbound flight, this day can be arranged in the manner you have time for the last-minute shopping before being transferred to the airport).

Transport

  • 4x4 Closed pop-up roof vehicle

Meals

  • Breakfast, Lunch

Drinks

  • Coffee, Drinking water

Pricing

2026 Rates & Prices

January to February

Valid from 1 January, 2026 to 28 February, 2026

PAX

Price per person sharing

1 Peson (Solo)

US $3,766

3 People

US $2,325

4 People

US $2,201

5 People

US $2,127

6 People

US $2,078
Single Room Supplement: USD $451

March

Valid from 1 March, 2026 to 31 March, 2026

PAX

Price per person sharing

1 Peson (Solo)

US $3,544

3 People

US $2,173

4 People

US $2,049

5 People

US $1,975

6 People

US $1,925
Single Room Supplement: USD $381

April to May

Valid from 1 April, 2026 to 31 May, 2026

PAX

Price per person sharing

1 Peson (Solo)

US $3,322

3 People

US $2,018

4 People

US $1,895

5 People

US $1,771

6 People

US $1,735
Single Room Supplement: USD $314

June to October

Valid from 1 June, 2026 to 31 October, 2026

PAX

Price per person sharing

1 Peson (Solo)

US $3,766

3 People

US $2,325

4 People

US $2,201

5 People

US $2,127

6 People

US $2,078
Single Room Supplement: USD $451

November to 15th December

Valid from 1 November, 2026 to 15 December, 2026

PAX

Price per person sharing

1 Peson (Solo)

US $3,544

3 People

US $2,173

4 People

US $2,049

5 People

US $1,975

6 People

US $1,925
Single Room Supplement: USD $381

16th to 31st December 2025

Valid from 16 December, 2026 to 31 December, 2026

PAX

Price per person sharing

1 Peson (Solo)

US $3,544

3 People

US $2,173

4 People

US $2,049

5 People

US $1,975

6 People

US $1,925
Single Room Supplement: USD $381

Please note:

  • Prices are per person sharing (Ask a tour organizer for more price information)
  • Accommodations listed on this tours are subjected to availability, it may change depending on the time of booking
  • The price for this tour may also depends on government imposed charges. Please be in touch with the organizer of this tour at the moment of enquiring this tour.

Inclusions

Price Includes

  • A professional guide
  • All Accommodations
  • All meals
  • All taxes
  • Drinking water
  • Park Fees

Price Excludes

  • International Flight
  • Medical & Travel Insurance
  • Personal Item expense
  • Tips
  • Visa Fees

Payment Terms

THE BOOKING

  • Bookings and subsequent contracts are deemed to have been concluded by the Company’s physical address in Arusha, Tanzania, and shall be interpreted according to the laws of the United Republic of Tanzania.
  • The place of jurisdiction is Arusha, Tanzania.

DEPOSIT & PAYMENT

  • A 20% deposit is required to secure a booking. This deposit forms part of the payment for the trip and shall be offset to the total amount charged to the client.
  • After the initial 20% deposit is received, the balance payment should be made four (4) weeks prior to the arrival date.
  • Clients booking within four (4) weeks of tour departure are required to pay the full amount immediately to secure the reservation.
  •  All bank charges are to be settled by the client.

Cancellation Policy

Any trip cancellations must be sent in writing to the office that confirmed the reservation. Cancellations shall only be effective from the date of receipt of cancellation by the booking office. In case of a booking cancellation, the Company shall retain the full deposit.

If a booking is canceled, the penalties are as follows:

  • 30 days prior to arrival – 20% of the total invoice will be charged
  • 29 to 15 days prior to arrival – 50% of the total invoice will be charged
  • 14 to 7 days prior to arrival – 75% of the total invoice will be charged
  • Less than 7 days prior to arrival – 100% of the invoice will be levied

Additional Information

  • A vegetarian option is available; please let us know at the time of booking if you require it.
  • Children must be accompanied by their parents
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Customer Reviews

4.83/5
  • Excellent
1 Reviews

Value for money5.0 / 5

Guide5.0 / 5

Lodging5.0 / 5

Meals4.0 / 5

Transport5.0 / 5

Activities5.0 / 5

Enquire this tour

To help this operator create the best travel plan, please describe your travel preferences including any specific interests or requests.

CAPTCHA image

This helps us prevent spam, thank you.

Operated by

4.83/5 Based on 1 Reviews

You may also like

Copyright © 2026 Tanzania Tour Operators. All rights reserved.