Tarangire National Park
Elephant herds & baobabs
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5-Day Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Lodge Safari
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5 Days
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Arusha · Tarangire · Serengeti · Ngorongoro · Tarangire National Park · Serengeti National Park · Ngorongoro Crater · Arusha
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Lodge
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Private 4x4 Safari Vehicle
Your Tanzania safari at a glance
Five days gives you the full arc of the northern circuit: Tarangire's elephant herds and ancient baobabs, two unhurried days across the Serengeti's central plains, and a finishing morning inside Ngorongoro Crater. It's the itinerary length most first-time travellers settle on — long enough to feel unrushed, short enough to fit most holiday schedules.
Arusha
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Tarangire
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Serengeti
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Ngorongoro
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Tarangire National Park
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Serengeti National Park
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Ngorongoro Crater
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Arusha
Destinations Visited
Serengeti National Park
Two full days, central plains
Ngorongoro Crater
Crater floor game drive
Safari Highlights
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Arusha to Tarangire
Drive to Tarangire National Park for an afternoon game drive among its famous elephant herds and baobab trees.
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Tarangire to the Serengeti
Continue west through the Ngorongoro highlands and down into the Serengeti, game viewing along the way.
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Full Day in the Serengeti
A full day of game drives across the central Serengeti, tracking predators around the Seronera Valley.
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Serengeti to Ngorongoro
Drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, stopping at the Olduvai Gorge viewpoint en route.
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Ngorongoro Crater & Return to Arusha
A morning game drive on the crater floor, then the drive back to Arusha.
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Tarangire National Park
Elephant herds & baobabs
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Drive to Tarangire National Park for an afternoon game drive among its famous elephant herds and baobab trees.
Accommodation: Tarangire lodge · Full Board
Continue west through the Ngorongoro highlands and down into the Serengeti, game viewing along the way.
Accommodation: Serengeti lodge · Full Board
A full day of game drives across the central Serengeti, tracking predators around the Seronera Valley.
Accommodation: Serengeti lodge · Full Board
Drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, stopping at the Olduvai Gorge viewpoint en route.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro lodge · Full Board
A morning game drive on the crater floor, then the drive back to Arusha.
Accommodation: Own arrangement · Breakfast & Lunch
Where You’ll Stay
Lodge properties are matched to your route and dates. The accommodation photo for each day is managed separately from its itinerary image.
Day 1
Tarangire lodge
Meals
Full Board
Day 2
Serengeti lodge
Meals
Full Board
Day 3
Serengeti lodge
Meals
Full Board
Day 4
Ngorongoro lodge
Meals
Full Board
Day 5
Own arrangement
Meals
Breakfast & Lunch
Safari Pricing
Price per person
$1,650
Your exact quote depends on travel dates, group size and accommodation level.
What’s Included
✓ Included
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof and charging ports
- English-speaking professional driver-guide throughout
- All park entry and conservation fees
- Accommodation as listed in the itinerary
- Meals as specified (full board on safari)
- Bottled water during game drives
- Airport and hotel transfers on arrival and departure
✕ Not Included
- International and domestic flights (unless noted)
- Tanzania visa fees
- Travel and medical insurance
- Tips and gratuities for guides and camp staff
- Alcoholic and premium beverages
- Optional activities such as hot air balloon safaris
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
Exact accommodation, meal plan and final pricing are confirmed with you at booking.
What to Pack for Safari & Tours
Clothing
- Lightweight neutral layers
- Warm jacket
- Sun hat
Footwear
- Walking shoes
- Sandals
- Spare socks
Gear & Essentials
- Binoculars and camera
- Water bottle
- Power bank
Health & Personal
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Personal medication
What Our Guests Say
★★★★★
“Leroy praised the professional team, expert wildlife spotting, thoughtful vehicle positioning, photography support and proper safari lunches.”
Leroy G · June 23, 2025 · TripAdvisorView source ↗
★★★★★
“Kate praised Hamidu’s wildlife knowledge, careful driving, photographic positioning and respect while guiding her five-night solo safari.”
Kate14478 · January 19, 2026 · TripAdvisorView source ↗
★★★★★
“Badr described a once-in-a-lifetime safari, highlighting guides Victor and Rasol and the memorable photographs captured by Laurent.”
Badr A · July 9, 2025 · TripAdvisorView source ↗
Good to Know
The planned journey follows Arusha, Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha. The exact driving order may be adjusted when wildlife conditions or park logistics make another sequence more rewarding.
This package is designed around Lodge accommodation. The named properties remain subject to availability, and comparable alternatives are confirmed with you before booking.
The starting price is per person based on the sharing arrangement shown on this page. Core inclusions currently include Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof and charging ports, English-speaking professional driver-guide throughout, All park entry and conservation fees, Accommodation as listed in the itinerary. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and room configuration.
Items normally paid separately include International and domestic flights (unless noted), Tanzania visa fees, Travel and medical insurance, Tips and gratuities for guides and camp staff. Your final proposal clearly identifies every included and excluded service before payment.
Yes. We can adjust the pace, accommodation level, activities and route around your dates, interests, party size and budget while preserving realistic travel times.
A Tanzania safari specialist reviews your details, checks current availability and replies with a tailored itinerary and quotation. You can request revisions before confirming.
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