5-Day Best Of Tanzania Safaris

About this tour

Experience the highlights of Tanzania’s wildlife in just five days. Begin with a night in Arusha before embarking on an adventure through Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant herds and scenic baobabs. Continue to the Serengeti for thrilling game drives and a chance to see the Big Five, and, depending on the season, witness the Great Migration. Next, travel to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, visiting a Maasai village and concluding with a breathtaking safari in Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO site rich with diverse wildlife. End the journey back in Arusha, with incredible memories of Tanzania’s top wildlife destinations.

Customization

This tour can be customized

Duration

5 Days

Minimum Age

1 year

Countries

Tanzania

Comfort Level

Mid-Range

Maximum Group Size

Any group size

Physical Level

Easy

What to expect

This 5-day safari through Tanzania’s iconic parks promises an unforgettable journey into some of Africa’s most renowned wildlife areas. Starting in Tarangire National Park, guests are greeted by sprawling landscapes dotted with towering baobabs and large elephant herds. The safari then ventures into the vast plains of the Serengeti, where wildlife is abundant and sightings of the Big Five are likely. Depending on the time of year, travelers may also witness the awe-inspiring Great Migration. The journey concludes at the stunning Ngorongoro Crater, where diverse ecosystems support a rich variety of animals, including the rare black rhino. Visitors also have the chance to explore Maasai culture through an optional village visit, adding a unique cultural dimension to the experience.

Best time

  • All year round

Best for

  • Adventure Travellers
  • Families
  • Honeymooners
  • Luxury Travellers
  • Repeat Travellers
  • Students

You will visit

  • Central Serengeti
  • Ngorongoro Crater
  • Serengeti
  • Tarangire

Getting There

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

Transport details

  • Game drive transport is by 4×4 Closed pop-up roof vehicle
  • Transfer between destinations is by 4×4 Closed pop-up roof vehicle
  • Airport transfer is by 4×4 Closed pop-up roof vehicle

Day 1:

Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, guests are welcomed and transferred to their hotel in Arusha. The day is a chance to relax after the journey, settle into the accommodations, and prepare for the upcoming adventure. If time permits, travelers can explore Arusha’s vibrant markets or enjoy views of Mount Meru. This evening provides a gentle introduction to Tanzania before the safari excitement begins.

Transport

  • VAN

Meals

  • Dinner, Lunch

Drinks

  • Juice, Drinking water, Coffee

Accommodation

Day 2: Tarangire

The safari begins with an early departure from Arusha, heading to Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant herds and striking baobab trees. A full day of game drives offers opportunities to spot diverse wildlife, including elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and a variety of bird species. The park’s unique landscape, marked by the Tarangire River, attracts animals year-round, making for excellent wildlife viewing and photography. By evening, guests will settle into their lodge or camp near the park, surrounded by the sounds of nature.

Main Activities

  • Game Drive

Transport

  • 4x4 Closed pop-up roof vehicle

Meals

  • All inclusive

Drinks

  • Coffee, Drinking water, Juice

Accommodation

Day 3: Central Serengeti

After breakfast, the journey continues toward the legendary Serengeti National Park. Arriving by mid-day, guests will begin exploring the park’s expansive plains, famed for their stunning landscapes and extraordinary wildlife. Game drives throughout the day provide opportunities to see the Big Five, along with cheetahs, hyenas, giraffes, and countless other animals. Depending on the season, travelers might even witness the Great Migration as vast herds of wildebeests and zebras move across the plains. As the sun sets, guests head to their accommodation within or near the park, immersing themselves in the Serengeti’s wilderness atmosphere for the night.

Main Activities

  • Game Drive

Meals

  • All inclusive

Drinks

  • Coffee, Drinking water, Juice

Accommodation

Day 4: Central Serengeti

Today focuses on the heart of the Serengeti—Serengeti Central, or the Seronera region—renowned for its rich wildlife density and year-round predator activity. Morning and afternoon game drives reveal a landscape teeming with lions, leopards, elephants, and countless antelope species. The Seronera River, winding through this area, attracts animals throughout the day, providing excellent opportunities for observing predator-prey interactions up close. After an action-packed day of wildlife viewing and memorable photography moments, guests return to their accommodation in the Serengeti for a final night in this world-famous park.

Transport

  • 4x4 Closed pop-up roof vehicle

Meals

  • All inclusive

Drinks

  • Drinking water, Juice, Coffee

Accommodation

Day 5:

On the final day, guests depart early for Ngorongoro Crater, descending into the vast caldera for a half-day game drive in this unique and biodiverse setting. Known as the “Eighth Wonder of the World,” the crater hosts a dense population of wildlife, including elephants, lions, buffaloes, hippos, and the rare black rhino. Flamingos and other waterbirds line the soda lakes, adding color to the landscape. After an unforgettable morning, the journey continues back to Arusha, where guests can relax before catching their departure flights or continuing onward to new adventures in Tanzania.

Main Activities

  • Game Drive

Transport

  • 4x4 Closed pop-up roof vehicle

Meals

  • Breakfast, Lunch

Drinks

  • Juice, Drinking water, Coffee
End of this tour

2024 Rates and Prices

PAX

Price per person sharing

2 People

US $2,796

4 People

US $2,351

6 People

US $2,203

2025 Rates and Prices

PAX

Price per person sharing

2 People

US $2,796

4 People

US $2,351

6 People

US $2,203

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.

Price Includes

  • A professional guide
  • All Accommodations
  • All activities
  • All meals
  • All taxes
  • All transport
  • Park Fees
  • Roundtrip airport transfer

Price Excludes

  • Additional Accommodation after Safari
  • Alcoholic Drinks
  • International Flight
  • Tips

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