“Wildlife safari in Africa”
6 Day Utimate Tanzania Safari at Tarangire and Serengeti National Parks and Ngorongoro Crater
Arusha, Arusha Region, Tanzania
Tanzania Safari
Embark on an unforgettable five-day safari through Tanzania's most iconic wildlife destinations. Explore beautiful national parks in northern Tanzania: Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park.
Key information
- Group safari
- Group size: 1 - 120 participants
- Starting and ending points: Arusha
- English speaking guide
- All park fees are included
Highlights
- 5 game drives
- Chance to see elephants, wildebeests, zebras, lions, and cheetahs
- Ride in a pop-up-roof 4X4 vehicle
- Visit Tarangire and Serengeti national parks and Ngorongoro Crater
- 5 nights accommodation
- Daily meals
- Transfers to and from the airport
- All park and conservation fees
Styles
5 activity days in English
The organizer also speaks: French, German
Group size: Maximum of 120 participants
Airport transfer included:
Arusha Airport
Airport transfer included:
Kilimanjaro International Airport
Accommodation
Serengeti Kati Kati Tented Camp (2 nights)
Kati Kati is a mobile camp strategically situated in central Serengeti, ideal for exploring the extensive Serengeti plains. The camp offers comfortable accommodations together with the unique opportunity to enjoy a real safari experience on a camp. In its comfortable tents, one will feel completely immersed in the surroundings and one can enjoy the rich animal life and vegetation of the area.
An original form of accommodation that resembles the old camps of the first explorers in Africa, with all the commodities of today. Located a two-hour drive along a panoramic route from the Olduvai Museum and the river Grumeti, two of the indispensable visits for all travelers to Tanzania. The camp has been designed to have a minimum impact on the environment. All of the infrastructure is mobile and the philosophy of the company is not to leave anything behind.
- Accommodation level: Mid-range
Facilities
- Room service
- Mosquito nets
- Mineral water
- Wi-Fi
- Welcome drink
- Electricity 24 hours
- Free parking
Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge
Ideally located on the edge of the Ngorongoro Crater rim, Rhino Lodge offers a perfect base from which to explore the Ngorongoro Crater and its surroundings. With 24 comfortable en-suite rooms, a cozy living space, friendly local staff, and generous African-inspired meals, Rhino Lodge welcomes guests to Africa's most remarkable game park. There are 24 guest rooms, all with a veranda overlooking a stretch of high mountain forest.
Each room has its own shower, toilet, and hand basin. To keep away the cold, each room has a wood-burning stove, and hot water bottles can be filled if you want one. In the bar or dining room, there are two large fires which are a natural focus where the guests like to meet and exchange stories of the day.
- Accommodation level: Budget
Lodges
- Comfort and luxury: Lodges provide comfortable rooms with en-suite bathrooms, modern amenities, and often luxurious touches like swimming pools, bars, and lounges
- Scenic locations: These lodges are typically situated in stunning locations within or near the parks, offering panoramic views of the surrounding wildlife and landscapes
- Dining: Full-board meals are often served in elegant dining rooms or open-air settings, with a focus on local and international cuisine
- Wildlife proximity: Many lodges are located in prime wildlife areas, allowing you to spot animals right from your balcony or lodge grounds
Tented camps
- Authentic safari feel: Tented camps provide a unique and immersive experience, blending comfort with the excitement of staying close to nature
- Spacious tents: Equipped with comfortable beds, en-suite bathrooms (often with hot showers), and cozy furnishings, these tents offer the feel of a traditional safari while maintaining comfort
- Nature immersion: These camps are set in the heart of wildlife areas, where you may hear lions roaring or elephants passing by at night, offering a close connection to nature
- Atmosphere: The campfire experience in the evenings is a great way to unwind, listen to the sounds of the wilderness, and share stories with other guests
Program
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival day
Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK), you will be greeted by your driver or guide, who will welcome you to Tanzania. After a brief introduction and safari briefing, you will be transferred to your hotel or lodge in Arusha, a charming city nestled at the foot of Mount Meru. This day is typically reserved for rest and relaxation after your journey. You can unwind at your accommodation, enjoy the hotel's amenities, and perhaps take a short stroll around the peaceful grounds.
If you arrive early, you may opt for an optional Arusha city tour or explore local markets and shops. Your guide will brief you about the upcoming safari days, ensuring you are well-prepared for the exciting adventure ahead. Enjoy a delicious dinner and rest, ready to embark on your Tanzania safari the following morning. Overnight in Arusha.
Day 2: Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, the tour departs. The first stop is Arusha Town for any last-minute purchases before you head off on safari. Afterward, you head towards the Tarangire National Park for a game drive with a picnic lunch at the park.
- Distance: 140 kilometers / 87 miles
- Non-game viewing time: 2 - 3 hours
Day 3: Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, depart for Serengeti National Park, via the beautiful high-lying farmland of Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Leaving the highlands behind, you descend into the heart of wild Africa - the Serengeti National Park - with its endless plains, rolling into the distance as far as the eye can see.
Then head to the central park area, known as the Seronera area, one of the richest wildlife habitats in the park, featuring the Seronera River, which provides a valuable water source to this area and therefore attracts wildlife well representative of most of the Serengeti’s species. Arrive in time for lunch and enjoy an afternoon game drive in the Serengeti National Park. Dinner and overnight at Serengeti Kati Kati Tented Camp.
- Distance: 145 kilometers / 90 miles
- Non-game viewing time: 3 - 4 hours
Day 4: Serengeti National Park
Early morning game drive to see also nocturnal animals returning from hunting and lions awaking in the dawn followed by a full day of game drives around Serengeti. Depending on the time of year, the great migration, and the movements of the herds, you can expect to see wildebeest, lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, monkeys, baboons, hippos, rhinos, antelopes, many birds, and other species. Dinner and overnight at Serengeti Kati Kati Tented Camp.
- Non-game viewing time: 2 hours
Day 5: Serengeti National Park - Ngorongoro Crater
Early morning game drive and after depart to Ngorongoro Conservation area. You will stop over at Olduvai Gorge, which boasts a history dating back to the dawn of time. It was here, that the anthropologists Drs. Lois and Mary Leakey discovered the skulls of ‘Nutcracker Man’ and ‘Handy Man’, both very significant links in the chain of human evolution Late afternoon transfer to Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge where you will have dinner and overnight.
- Distance: 145 kilometers / 90 miles
- Non-game viewing time: 2 - 4 hours
Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha
After an early breakfast, You will descend over 600 meters into the crater to view wildlife. Supported by a year-round water supply and fodder, the Ngorongoro conservation Area supports a vast variety of animals, which include herds of wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, eland, warthog, hippo, and giant African elephants. Another big draw card to this picturesque national park is its dense population of predators, which include lions, hyenas, jackals, cheetahs, and the ever-elusive leopard, which sometimes requires a trained eye to spot.
You will visit Lake Magadi, a large but shallow alkaline lake in the southwestern corner, which is one of the main features of the crater. A large number of flamingos, hippos, and other water birds can usually be seen here. Late afternoon, transfer to Arusha for dinner and overnight or airport drop off.
- Distance: 210 kilometers / 131 miles
- Non-game viewing time: 3 - 4 hours
About the safari
Explore the stunning landscapes of Tarangire National Park, experience the vast savannahs and rich wildlife of Serengeti National Park, and marvel at the geological wonder of the Ngorongoro Crater. This adventure is perfect for nature enthusiasts, wildlife photographers, and those seeking an immersive experience in the African wilderness.
Location
The safari will take place in Tanzania.
Tarangire National Park
Famous for large elephant herds, iconic baobab trees, and diverse wildlife. Tarangire is well known for its huge elephant population and baobab trees. It forms the center of an annual migratory cycle that includes up to 3000 elephants, 25,000 wildebeest, and 30,000 zebras.
Serengeti National Park
Witness the Great Migration, spot big cats like lions and cheetahs, and explore the vast savannahs.
Ngorongoro Crater
A UNESCO World Heritage site, home to the Big Five, including rare black rhinos, in a stunning volcanic caldera.
Food
All meals as per the itinerary as well as bottled water and refreshments during game drives are included in the price.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation
What's included
- Game drives in safari vehicles
- Guided nature walks (if included in the itinerary)
- Visit to local communities or cultural experiences (if included in the itinerary)
- 5 nights accommodation in safari lodges or tented camps
- Meals as specified in the itinerary
- Bottled water and refreshments during game drives
- Airport transfers
- Professional safari guide
- All park and conservation fees
- All taxes and government levies
- Emergency evacuation insurance
- Professional handling of unforeseen situations
What's not included
- Flights
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Visa fees
- Tips
- Personal spending monies for souvenirs, etc.
- Travel insurance
- Extra nights
How to get there
Recommended Airports
ARK
Arusha Airport
7 km
Transfer included
JRO
Kilimanjaro International Airport
43 km
Transfer included
Airport: Arusha Airport
Airport transfer included: Arusha Airport
No additional charges. You can request this in the next step.
Airport: Kilimanjaro International Airport
Airport transfer included: Kilimanjaro International Airport
No additional charges. You can request this in the next step.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 14% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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