5-Day Tanzania Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater (Mid-Range)

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK), where your friendly safari guide will meet and transfer you to your comfortable mid-range lodge in Arusha. Enjoy the scenic drive through local villages and rolling green hills as you settle into the rhythm of Tanzania.After check-in, take some time to relax, freshen up, or explore the lodge surroundings. In the evening, enjoy a hearty dinner and a briefing from your guide about the exciting days ahead. Get a good night's rest—your safari adventure begins tomorrow!

Accommodation

Arusha Planet Lodge. (1 Double/Twin Room)

Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner & Drinking Water

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Day details

Main destination: Arusha City. Activities: Arrival, Scenic Transfer, Check-in to the hotel & safari briefing.

Arusha City Arrival, Scenic Transfer, Check-in to the hotel & safari briefing Arusha

After breakfast, meet your guide and set off on a scenic drive to Tarangire National Park—famous for its ancient baobab trees and large elephant herds. The journey takes about two hours and offers a glimpse into rural Tanzanian life along the way. Upon arrival, enjoy a full-day game drive through the park’s diverse landscapes. Keep your eyes open for lions, zebras, giraffes, and an impressive variety of birdlife. A picnic lunch will be served inside the park, giving you a moment to relax amid nature. Later in the afternoon, drive to your lodge in Karatu, where you’ll check in, freshen up, and enjoy dinner. Rest well and get ready for the legendary Serengeti tomorrow!

Accommodation

Marera Valley Lodge (1 Double/Twin Room)

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Water

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Day details

Main destination: Tarangire National Park. Activities: Scenic Transfer & Game Drive.

Tarangire National Park Scenic Transfer & Game Drive Arusha – Tarangire National Park. (Elephants & Baobabs)

After an early breakfast, begin your journey to the legendary Serengeti National Park. The drive takes you through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where you'll pass lush highlands and dramatic viewpoints worth a photo stop or two. As you reach the Serengeti gates, the landscape opens up into endless plains filled with wildlife. This is the heart of Tanzania’s safari experience—home to the Big Five, and if you're lucky, the seasonal Great Migration. Enjoy a full-day game drive with a packed lunch in the park. From lions resting under acacia trees to herds of wildebeest and zebra crossing the grasslands, the Serengeti never disappoints. In the late afternoon, arrive at your mid-range lodge or tented camp inside the park. Settle in, have dinner, and fall asleep to the distant sounds of the wild.

Accommodation

Land of Nature Camp (1 Double/Twin Room)

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Water & Soft Drinks

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Day details

Main destination: Serengeti National Park.. Activities: Game Drive.

Serengeti National Park. Game Drive Karatu - Serengeti National Park

Start your day with an early morning game drive across the golden plains of the Serengeti. As the sun rises, the park comes alive with activity—lions may be on the move, elephants feeding in small herds, and perhaps a cheetah scanning the horizon for prey. This is one of the best times to observe wildlife in action. After an unforgettable morning, enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by the natural beauty of the Serengeti. It’s the perfect moment to relax and take in the sights and sounds of the bush one last time before heading out. In the afternoon, begin your journey toward the Ngorongoro Highlands. Watch as the scenery shifts dramatically—from wide open plains to green, misty hills and forested slopes. This change in environment is not only scenic but also refreshing after a few days on the savannah. Arrive at your cozy lodge nestled in the highlands by late afternoon. With cooler air and sweeping views, it’s an ideal spot to unwind. Enjoy a hearty dinner and a quiet evening reflecting on your time in the Serengeti. Overnight in the Ngorongoro area, ready for tomorrow’s descent into the world-famous crater.

Accommodation

Land of Nature Camp (1 Double/Twin Room)

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Water & Soft Drinks

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Day details

Main destination: Central Serengeti. Activities: Game Drive & Scenic transfer.

Central Serengeti Game Drive & Scenic transfer Serengeti National Park.

Wake up to the crisp highland air and enjoy a warm breakfast with panoramic views of the Ngorongoro Highlands. Afterward, descend into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater—often called Africa’s Eden. This massive volcanic caldera is home to some of the highest concentrations of wildlife in Africa, including the legendary Big Five: lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo, and leopard. Spend the morning on an exciting game drive across the Crater floor, where grassy plains, acacia forests, and soda lakes provide habitat for an incredible array of animals and birdlife. Keep your camera ready—you never know what you might encounter just around the corner. Stop for a relaxed picnic lunch at a scenic spot within the Crater, soaking in the peaceful atmosphere and reflecting on the incredible sights of the morning. In the afternoon, ascend the Crater rim and begin your drive back to Arusha or to Kilimanjaro International Airport, depending on your onward travel plans. As your journey comes to a close, carry with you unforgettable memories of Tanzania’s breathtaking landscapes and wildlife. Optional: We can also arrange an additional night’s accommodation upon request for guests who prefer to rest before departure.

Accommodation

N/A (Departure)

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Water & Soft Drinks

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Day details

Main destination: Kilimanjaro International Airport. Activities: Crater Tour & Departure.

Kilimanjaro International Airport Crater Tour & Departure Ngorongoro Crater.