5-Day Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Tarangire
Extended Northern Circuit Adventure
More time, more wildlife, more memories! This 5-day safari allows for a more relaxed pace while covering the best of Tanzania's Northern Circuit. Perfect for those who want comprehensive game viewing without rushing.
Day 1: Arusha → Tarangire National Park
- Pickup from hotel and safari briefing
- Drive to Tarangire (2 hours)
- Full day game drive
- Elephant herds (up to 300 elephants!)
- Picnic lunch under baobab trees
- Tarangire River wildlife viewing
- Overnight near Karatu/Lake Manyara
Day 2: Lake Manyara → Central Serengeti
- Morning game drive in Lake Manyara
- Tree-climbing lions and flamingos
- Drive to Serengeti via Ngorongoro highlands
- Afternoon game drive entering Serengeti
- Overnight in central Serengeti (Seronera)
Day 3: Full Day Serengeti National Park
- Full day exploring Serengeti
- Flexible schedule based on wildlife movements
- Morning: Predator hunting activity
- Afternoon: Wide plains exploration
- Bush picnic lunch
- Big cat tracking
- Migration viewing (seasonal)
- Overnight in Serengeti
Day 4: Serengeti → Ngorongoro Highlands
- Morning game drive in Serengeti
- Optional visit to Olduvai Gorge (cradle of mankind)
- Drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
- Evening arrival at crater rim lodge
- Stunning sunset views over the crater
- Overnight with crater views
Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater → Arusha
- Early breakfast with crater sunrise
- Descend into the crater (6:00 AM)
- Extended 6-7 hour game drive
- Big Five viewing opportunity
- Black rhino tracking
- Picnic lunch at Ngoitoktok Springs
- Afternoon return to Arusha
Extended Safari Benefits:
- More time for wildlife photography
- Less rushed travel between parks
- Extra Serengeti game drive day
- Higher chance of rare sightings
- More relaxed, enjoyable pace
- Better accommodation options
All-Inclusive:
- All park entry fees (4 parks)
- 4×4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
- Professional safari guide
- 4 nights accommodation (mid-range lodges/camps)
- All meals (B, L, D)
- Unlimited drinking water
- Binoculars and field guide
- Airport transfers included
Perfect For: Photography enthusiasts, wildlife lovers, migration viewing
Detailed Itinerary
Morning departure from Arusha. Full day game drive in Tarangire among giant baobabs and large elephant herds. Overnight near park.
Drive to Serengeti through Ngorongoro Conservation Area with game viewing en route. Afternoon game drive in Serengeti. Overnight in Serengeti.
Full day exploring Serengeti with morning and afternoon game drives. Flexible schedule following wildlife movements. Bush lunch option. Overnight in Serengeti.
Morning Serengeti game drive. Mid-day drive to Ngorongoro Crater rim. Stunning views into crater. Overnight on crater rim.
Early descent into crater for full day game drive on crater floor. Best chance to see all Big Five. Lunch at hippo pool. Late afternoon ascent and return to Arusha.
What's Included & Excluded
Included
- Professional safari guide/driver
- 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- All park entrance fees
- 4 nights accommodation
- All meals during safari
- Bottled water throughout
- Binoculars
- All taxes and VAT
Not Included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guide/driver
- Alcoholic beverages
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities