Overview

A 5-day Tanzania wildlife safari covers Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park, offering a complete Big Five experience with comfortable luxury or mid-range accommodation included. With Serengeti Travels, travelers enjoy well-planned game drives, professional guides, and carefully selected lodges located inside or near the parks for convenience and comfort.

Luxury accommodation options include Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti, Melia Serengeti Lodge, Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge, and Tarangire Sopa Lodge, offering high-end comfort, great views, and premium services.

Mid-range accommodation options include Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge, Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge, Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge, and Tarangire Safari Lodge, providing comfort, good location, and value for money.

This 5-day safari with Serengeti Travels typically ranges from $1,400 to $3,000+ per person, depending on accommodation level, season, and group size, ensuring a balanced mix of wildlife adventure, comfort, and value.

Highlights

• Tarangire National Park: Iconic baobab trees, large elephant herds, lions, giraffes, zebras, and diverse birdlife. Perfect for afternoon game drives.
• Ngorongoro Crater: Unique volcanic crater ecosystem, home to rhinos, lions, elephants, buffalo, and hippos. A must-see in just one day.
• Serengeti National Park: Vast plains and abundant wildlife, including Big Five, predators, and seasonal wildebeest migration. Multiple game drives maximize sightings and photography opportunities.
• Luxury & Mid-Range Accommodation: Comfortable lodges and tented camps inside or near parks provide scenic views, excellent service, and a true safari experience.
• Scenic Drives: Through Tanzania’s highlands, Maasai villages, and open savannahs, combining wildlife viewing with cultural landscapes.
• Professional Guides & Safari Vehicles: Experienced guides, 4x4 safari vehicles with pop-up roofs, and full-board meals included for a seamless experience.
• Perfect 5-Day Flow: Starts with Tarangire, includes Ngorongoro in one day, and ends with extended Serengeti game drives for maximum wildlife encounters.

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Where You Will Experience Tanzania Wildlife Safari Tour

On this 5-day Tanzania Wildlife Safari with Serengeti Travels, you will begin in Tarangire National Park, where vast herds of elephants roam among ancient baobab trees alongside lions, giraffes, zebras, and antelopes, creating iconic safari landscapes. You will then explore the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, for a one-day game drive in a unique volcanic ecosystem, spotting black rhinos, lions, elephants, hippos, and a rich variety of plains wildlife. The safari continues into the Serengeti National Park, Tanzania’s most famous destination, where endless plains and rolling savannahs host the Big Five, active predators, and seasonal wildebeest and zebra migrations. Throughout the journey, travel through scenic highlands and Maasai villages, combining wildlife adventure with breathtaking landscapes and cultural experiences.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park – Begin your safari with a drive from Arusha to Tarangire National Park. Enjoy an afternoon game drive among baobab forests, elephant herds, lions, giraffes, and zebras. Overnight at Tarangire Sopa Lodge (luxury) or Tarangire Safari Lodge (mid-range).

Day 2: Tarangire to Ngorongoro Crater – Travel to Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive in the world-famous crater, spotting rhinos, lions, elephants, buffalo, and hippos. Overnight at Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge (luxury) or Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge (mid-range).

Day 3: Ngorongoro to Serengeti National Park – Drive from Ngorongoro to Serengeti National Park, enjoying wildlife and scenic landscapes en route. Arrive for an afternoon game drive across the Serengeti plains. Overnight at Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti (luxury) or Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge (mid-range).

Day 4: Full Day in Serengeti – Spend the day on morning and afternoon game drives in Serengeti, focusing on Big Five, predators, and seasonal migration herds. Picnic lunch in the park and return to the lodge for overnight.

Day 5: Serengeti to Arusha – Optional early morning game drive to catch wildlife at sunrise, followed by a drive back to Arusha, concluding your 5-day Tanzania Wildlife Safari with unforgettable wildlife experiences.

Accommodation Options

In Tarangire National Park, Serengeti Travels offers stays at Tarangire Sopa Lodge for luxury comfort with stunning park views, or Tarangire Safari Lodge for a cozy mid-range experience surrounded by wildlife.

In Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Serengeti Travels provides luxurious accommodation at Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge overlooking the crater rim, or a mid-range option at Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge with scenic views and comfortable amenities.

In Serengeti National Park, Serengeti Travels ensures a premium stay at Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti for ultimate luxury with exceptional service, or Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge for a high-quality mid-range safari lodge experience, combining comfort with close proximity to wildlife.

Best Time for the Tanzania Wildlife Safari Tour

The ideal time to experience a Tanzania Wildlife Safari with Serengeti Travels is during the dry seasons from late June to October and from December to February, when wildlife is easier to spot and the plains are fully accessible for game drives. Between June and October, you can enjoy excellent sightings of the Big Five in Tarangire, Ngorongoro, and Serengeti while also catching parts of the great wildebeest migration under sunny and dry conditions perfect for photography. From December to February, the parks are lush and green, offering opportunities to observe newborn animals and active predators in comfortable weather. The wet season from March to May provides fewer crowds and vibrant landscapes, although some roads may be slippery and wildlife more dispersed. Serengeti Travels can tailor your safari during this season with suitable 4x4 vehicles to ensure smooth travel and uninterrupted wildlife viewing. Choosing the right season guarantees maximum wildlife encounters, comfortable game drives, and an unforgettable safari experience across Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, and Serengeti National Park

Tanzania Wildlife Safari Tour Price

A 5-day Tanzania Wildlife Safari with Serengeti Travels offers flexible pricing based on accommodation and safari style. The luxury package includes stays at Tarangire Sopa Lodge, Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge, and Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti, private 4x4 vehicle, professional guide, and full board, with prices ranging from $2,800 to $3,500 per person. The mid-range package features Tarangire Safari Lodge, Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge, and Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge with shared or private safari vehicle, guided game drives, and full board, generally priced between $1,400 and $1,900 per person. Serengeti Travels also provides customized options such as fly-in transfers to Serengeti, private safaris, and family or group rates, ensuring a tailored and seamless wildlife adventure. All prices include park fees, accommodations, meals, and professional support, offering exceptional value and an unforgettable safari experience.

Fly-In Option

For travelers who want to maximize time in the parks, Serengeti Travels offers a fly-in option from Arusha to Serengeti National Park. This short flight reduces travel time from six or more hours by road to approximately one hour, allowing more time for game drives and wildlife viewing. Guests can enjoy private or shared flights to Seronera Airstrip, where safari vehicles await to begin exploring the Serengeti plains.

The fly-in option can be combined with the full itinerary, starting in Tarangire and Ngorongoro, then flying directly to Serengeti, saving travel time while still providing access to luxury or mid-range lodges such as Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti or Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge. This option is ideal for those seeking a time-efficient, comfortable, and immersive wildlife experience without missing any of the highlights of the safari.

Why Book This Tanzania Wildlife Safari Tour Price

Booking your 5-day Tanzania Wildlife Safari with Serengeti Travels guarantees a seamless and unforgettable wildlife adventure. You will experience the iconic Northern Circuit, starting in Tarangire, exploring the Ngorongoro Crater, and spending multiple days in Serengeti National Park for maximum wildlife sightings, including the Big Five and seasonal migrations. Serengeti Travels combines expert guides, comfortable 4x4 safari vehicles, and flexible itineraries with carefully selected luxury and mid-range lodges inside or near the parks, ensuring comfort and convenience.

The tour offers a choice between road transfers or a fly-in option to Serengeti, allowing you to maximize your time on safari. All park fees, meals, and professional guidance are included, providing exceptional value. This safari is ideal for wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, families, and small groups seeking an immersive, expertly organized experience in Tanzania’s most famous parks. By booking with Serengeti Travels, you ensure personalized service, authentic experiences, and memories that will last a lifetime.

How to book this Tanzania Wildlife Safari

Decide what kind of safari you want, then send a clear request with your travel dates, budget, and preferences. Review the itinerary based on value rather than just price, making sure the parks, accommodation, and game drive time meet your expectations. Confirm your booking by paying a deposit and checking what is included. Finally, fine-tune small details to improve your overall safari experience.