5-Day Tanzania Wildlife Lodge Safari
5-Day Tanzania Wildlife Lodge Safari
This 5-day itinerary is a favorite, taking you to Lake Manyara, Tarangire, and Serengeti National Parks, as well as the Ngorongoro Crater, home to over 25,000 large animals. You’ll experience diverse landscapes and have the chance to see the Big Five and a wealth of other wildlife. It promises an unforgettable safari adventure that you’ll remember for years to come.
Day-1 Arusha to Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, you’ll be picked up from your hotel and driven to Tarangire National Park, Tanzania’s third-largest park and a haven for its impressive elephant population. The park is notable for its towering baobab trees, which dwarf the animals feeding beneath them. Wildlife congregates around the Tarangire River, the only permanent water source in the area, attracting a diverse range of animals, including leopards, cheetahs, and up to 6,000 elephants. With over 300 bird species, it’s also a fantastic destination for birdwatching. In the evening, you’ll head to Ngedere Camp and lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation:Ngedere Lodges & Camps(Budget lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP)
Day -2 Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, you’ll drive to Serengeti National Park for a thrilling game drive in search of predators and their prey. You’ll stop for lunch at the park entrance before continuing the game drive with the vehicle’s roof open for a better view. Later, you’ll head to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Option: On the way to Serengeti, you can visit up to four Maasai villages for an additional cost, offering a unique chance to experience Maasai culture.
Accommodation: Ang’ata Ngorongoro Camp (Mid-range tented bush camp located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater).
Day- 3 Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, you’ll continue your game drive through Serengeti National Park, discovering its rich wildlife and stunning landscapes. You’ll enjoy the thrill of observing the park’s diverse animals in their natural habitat. Later, you’ll travel to Ang’ata Ngorongoro Camp, where you’ll indulge in a delicious dinner and spend the night in comfort. Relax and unwind as you reflect on an unforgettable day spent exploring one of Tanzania’s most iconic parks.
Accommodation: Ang’ata Ngorongoro Camp (Mid-range tented bush camp located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater)
Day -4 Ngorongoro Crater
You’ll descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive across the short-grass plains and around Lake Magadi on the crater floor. This extinct volcano spans 100 square miles and teems with wildlife, including lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants, buffalo, and hippos. With a bit of luck, you might spot the rare black rhino. After exploring the stunning landscapes of Ngorongoro, you’ll ascend back to the top and head to the lodge for an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Ngedere Lodges & Camps (Budget lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater)
Day-5 Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha
We’ll drive to Lake Manyara National Park, located in the Great Rift Valley. After enjoying a picnic lunch amidst the park’s vibrant birdlife, elephants, and hippos, you’ll head out for an afternoon game drive. In the evening, you’ll return to Arusha, where our tour concludes. You’ll be dropped off at your hotel in Arusha.
Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks (Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) &Non-alcoholic drinks)
✅ Included in Price
- Park fees(For non-residents)
- All activities(Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation(Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation(Unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks(As specified in the day-by-day section)
❌ Not Included (Add as Extras)
- International flights(From/to home)
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips(Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
