5 Days To Materuni Village, Ngorongoro Crater & Tarangire

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About this tour

This 5-day Tanzanian itinerary artfully combines rich cultural immersion with iconic wildlife viewing. Following your arrival and overnight in Arusha, Day Two is dedicated to a unique cultural experience in Materuni Village. Here, you’ll hike to a stunning waterfall, participate in a traditional coffee preparation tour, and enjoy an authentic Tanzanian lunch featuring local dishes.

The adventure then transitions to the wilderness, beginning with a full day of game drives in Tarangire National Park, renowned for its massive elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. The climax of the safari is a full-day exploration of the Ngorongoro Crater, a breathtaking natural amphitheater and UNESCO site teeming with wildlife, including the rare black rhino. After a final overnight near the crater, you return to Arusha for your onward flight. This compact journey offers a fulfilling blend of Tanzania’s cultural heritage and its most celebrated natural wonders.

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
  • Families
  • 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.

Main Activities

  • Relaxation

Transport

  • 4x4 Closed pop-up roof vehicle

Meals

  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Drinks

  • Drinking water, Coffee

Accommodation

Day 2: Materuni Waterfalls

Breakfast at your lodge.

Soon after, you will be picked by your private driver-guide and drive to Materuni Village.

In the company of a local guide, you will take a hike to the waterfalls and if interested you can partake the swimming. This will be followed by a coffee tour after which you will participate in preparation of coffee drink. The aroma itself will leave you the best memories of this visit.

At midday, you will be treated with Tanzanian traditional food prepared in traditional utensils. This is an opportunity to taste the truly organic food stuff. Among other food stuff, you will taste boiled banana mixed with beef stew, green vegetables, beans, rice with spices, polenta locally known as “ugali” and seasonal fruits.

Later, transfer back to your hotel in Arusha.

Dinner and overnight at Kahawa House.

Main Activities

  • Hiking

Transport

  • 4x4 Closed pop-up roof vehicle

Meals

  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Drinks

  • Drinking water, Coffee

Accommodation

Day 3: Tarangire

Breakfast at the lodge.

With a boxed lunch, leave for Tarangire National Park for game drives.

In Tarangire, you will be amazed to see huge herds of elephants, huge baobab trees, zebras, and many species of birds. The Tarangire River is also one of the attractions of this park.

Later, proceed to your lodge

Dinner and overnight at Tarangire Sopa 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 2.5 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

  • Drinking water, Coffee

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 $2,761

3 People

US $1,582

4 People

US $1,464

5 People

US $1,393

6 People

US $1,346
Single Room Supplement: USD $256

March

Valid from 1 March, 2026 to 31 March, 2026

PAX

Price per person sharing

1 Peson (Solo)

US $2,645

3 People

US $1,498

4 People

US $1,380

5 People

US $1,310

6 People

US $1,263
Single Room Supplement: USD $203

April to May

Valid from 1 April, 2026 to 31 May, 2026

PAX

Price per person sharing

1 Peson (Solo)

US $2,467

3 People

US $1,365

4 People

US $1,247

5 People

US $1,176

6 People

US $1,129
Single Room Supplement: USD $159

June to October

Valid from 1 June, 2026 to 31 October, 2026

PAX

Price per person sharing

1 Peson (Solo)

US $2,761

3 People

US $1,582

4 People

US $1,464

5 People

US $1,393

6 People

US $1,346
Single Room Supplement: USD $236

November to 15th December

Valid from 1 November, 2026 to 15 December, 2026

PAX

Price per person sharing

1 Peson (Solo)

US $2,645

3 People

US $1,498

4 People

US $1,380

5 People

US $1,310

6 People

US $1,263
Single Room Supplement: USD $203

16th to 31st December 2025

Valid from 16 December, 2026 to 31 December, 2026

PAX

Price per person sharing

1 Peson (Solo)

US $2,645

3 People

US $1,498

4 People

US $1,380

5 People

US $1,310

6 People

US $1,263
Single Room Supplement: USD $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.

Inclusions

Price Includes

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

Price Excludes

  • Additional Accommodation after Safari
  • Additional excursions
  • Alcoholic Drinks
  • Domestic Flights
  • International Flight
  • Medical & Travel Insurance
  • Personal Item expense
  • Pre-arrival accommodation
  • Souvenirs
  • 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

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