5-Day Tanzania Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater

5-Day Tanzania Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater

By Nature Pulse Expeditions

Free cancellation available

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Features

Free cancellation available
5d
Mobile voucher
Instant confirmation
Selective hotel pickup
Multiple languages

Overview

Experience Tanzania's iconic northern safari circuit on a carefully designed journey through Tarangire, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater.
Travel in a comfortable 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser safari vehicle with an experienced English-speaking driver-guide, with a maximum of 6 guests per vehicle. Enjoy exciting game drives through some of Tanzania's most wildlife-rich landscapes, from Tarangire's elephant country to the endless plains of the Serengeti and the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater.
Stay in carefully selected mid-range lodges and tented camps, with breakfast, lunch, and dinner included as outlined in the itinerary. Your journey includes park fees, transport throughout the safari, and the expertise of a local guide who will help you discover Tanzania's wildlife, landscapes, and culture.
Whether you choose a private safari or a shared safari option, this experience combines adventure, comfort, and authentic Tanzanian hospitality for an unforgettable journey

Activity location

Airport Transfers Kilimanjaro
- 213, F
- 2535, Moshi, Tanzania

Meeting/Redemption Point

Airport Transfers Kilimanjaro
- 213, F
- 2535, Moshi, Tanzania

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Dates

Travellers

5-Day Tanzania Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater

5d
English

Pickup included

Languages available

Starting time: 07:30

Price details

€2,165.50 x 1 Adult€2,165.50

Total

Until Wed, 12 Aug

What's included, what's not

All transport during the safari
All national park and conservation fees listed in the itinerary
Private or shared safari option, depending on booking selection
Accommodation in carefully selected mid-range lodges and tented camps
Airport or Arusha hotel pickup and drop-off, as specified in the pickup section
Professional English-speaking driver-guide
4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser safari vehicle
Game drives as described in the itinerary
International flights
Tanzania Visa fees
Travel insurance
Personal expenses
Alcoholic and other drinks not included with meals
Tips and service charge for the driver-guide and lodge staff
Accommodation before or after the safari, unless specifically included in the booking
Optional activities not listed in the itinerary

Know before you book

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travellers
Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania – Welcome to Arusha

3 stops
Meals: snacks
Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge, Moivaro Lodge, or another carefully selected mid-range lodge in Arusha, subject to availability.

Airport Transfers Kilimanjaro

2h
Admission ticket included

Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK), you will be warmly welcomed by your professional safari guide from Nature Pulse Expeditions. After a brief introduction, you'll be transferred to your comfortable mid-range lodge in Arusha, where you can relax after your journey and prepare for the exciting adventure ahead. Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy the lodge's beautiful gardens, take a refreshing swim, or simply unwind while taking in views of Mount Meru. Guests arriving early can also choose an optional Arusha City Tour, Maasai Market visit, or coffee tour.

Maasai Market Curios and Crafts

2h
Admission ticket not included

If you arrive in Arusha early, you may have the opportunity to visit the vibrant Maasai Market, one of the city's most popular cultural attractions. The market is filled with colourful handmade crafts, including traditional Maasai beadwork, wooden carvings, paintings, woven baskets, leather sandals, jewellery, fabrics, and locally made souvenirs. It's a great place to interact with local artisans, learn about Tanzanian culture, and practice your bargaining skills while shopping for unique keepsakes. The lively atmosphere, friendly vendors, and authentic craftsmanship make the Maasai Market a memorable introduction to Tanzania before your safari begins.

Arusha City Tour

2h
Admission ticket not included

If you arrive early in Arusha, you can choose to explore the city on a guided tour before checking in to your lodge. Arusha is the safari capital of Tanzania and a vibrant city where modern life blends with rich cultural heritage. During the tour, you'll visit some of the city's most interesting landmarks, including the iconic Clock Tower, local markets, and lively areas. Stroll through colourful streets, interact with friendly locals, and discover shops selling handcrafted souvenirs, Tanzanite gemstones, spices, and traditional Tanzanian products. The tour can also include a stop at a local café or coffee shop, where you can enjoy a freshly brewed cup of Tanzanian coffee while soaking in the city's atmosphere.

Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park

1 stop
Meals: breakfast, snacks, lunch
Accommodation: Eileen's Trees Inn, Mawe Mawe Lodge or another carefully selected mid-range lodge subject to availability.

Tarangire National Park

After an early breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant baobab trees, vast elephant herds, and diverse wildlife. Enjoy a full-day game drive through one of Tanzania's most scenic parks. Tarangire is home to elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, impalas, warthogs, and over 500 bird species. Your guide will lead you through different habitats while sharing fascinating information about the animals and ecosystem. A picnic lunch will be served inside the park, allowing you to maximise your wildlife viewing experience. In the late afternoon, depart Tarangire and journey through the breathtaking Great Rift Valley towards the lush Ngorongoro Highlands. Along the way, enjoy spectacular landscapes, rolling hills, and traditional Maasai villages. Arrive at your lodge in time for dinner and a peaceful overnight stay surrounded by nature.

Day 3: Tarangire to Serengeti National Park

1 stop
Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
Accommodation: Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge or another carefully selected mid-range lodge subject to availability.

Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, continue your journey towards the world-famous Serengeti National Park. The drive itself is an adventure, passing through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area with breathtaking panoramic views of the crater and endless plains stretching towards the Serengeti. As you enter Serengeti National Park, your game drive begins immediately. The Serengeti is renowned for its incredible wildlife density and endless savannahs, making it one of Africa's greatest safari destinations. Keep your camera ready as you search for lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, hippos, crocodiles, hyenas, and, if you're lucky, elusive leopards and cheetahs. After a picnic lunch in the bush, continue exploring the park before arriving at your comfortable safari camp or lodge in the evening. As the sun sets across the plains, enjoy dinner while listening to the unforgettable sounds of the African wilderness.

Day 4: Full Day Serengeti Safari and Transfer to Ngorongoro Highlands

1 stop
Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge or another carefully selected mid-range lodge subject to availability.

Serengeti National Park

Wake up to the sounds of nature and enjoy an early breakfast before setting off for a full day of game viewing in the Serengeti. Today offers the best opportunity to witness the incredible diversity of wildlife that makes the Serengeti famous. Depending on the season, you may even witness part of the Great Migration, where thousands of wildebeests and zebras move across the plains in search of fresh grazing. Spend the day exploring different areas of the park while searching for the Big Five and observing fascinating animal behaviour in their natural habitat. Enjoy a picnic lunch at one of the park's scenic picnic sites before continuing your afternoon safari. Later in the afternoon, begin your drive back towards the Ngorongoro Highlands, enjoying beautiful scenery as the sun sets over the African landscape. Arrive at your lodge in the evening for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay before your final safari adventure.

Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Return to Arusha or Airport Transfer

1 stop
Meals: breakfast, lunch
Accommodation: This is the end of your safari. Need an extra night in Arusha? We can arrange accommodation at an additional cost.

Ngorongoro Crater

9h
Admission ticket included

After an early breakfast, descend approximately 600 metres into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, often called the "Eighth Wonder of the World." The crater is one of Africa's best wildlife viewing destinations and offers one of the highest concentrations of animals on the continent. It is among the few places where you have an excellent chance of spotting the legendary Big Five—lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and the endangered black rhinoceros—all within a single day. Spend the morning exploring the crater floor, where you'll also encounter zebras, wildebeests, hippos, hyenas, jackals, flamingos, and numerous bird species. Your guide will help you locate the best wildlife viewing spots while sharing insights into this unique ecosystem. Enjoy a picnic lunch beside the scenic hippo pool before ascending the crater walls.

Location

Activity location

Airport Transfers Kilimanjaro
- 213, F
- 2535, Moshi, Tanzania

Meeting/Redemption Point

Airport Transfers Kilimanjaro
- 213, F
- 2535, Moshi, Tanzania

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