About this Tour

Unleash your adventurous spirit with this 5-day midrange safari, offering an unforgettable journey through Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations. From the elephant-filled plains of Tarangire to the endless savannahs of Serengeti, and finally, the breathtaking landscapes of the Ngorongoro Crater, this tour is designed for those seeking comfort, adventure, and incredible wildlife encounters. Stay in charming lodges and tented camps that immerse you in nature while providing a cozy retreat after days filled with safari excitement. This journey is the perfect way to experience Tanzania’s raw beauty, all starting from Zanzibar!

Highlights

                                Track herds of elephants and marvel at ancient baobabs in Tarangire National Park.
                            

Embark on a scenic drive through the Ngorongoro Highlands toward Serengeti.

Spend a full day on safari in the Serengeti, seeking out the Big 5.

                                Catch the magic of a Serengeti sunrise and enjoy a final game drive before leaving.
                            

                                Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a morning of incredible wildlife encounters.
                            

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Tanzania

Start Point: Zanzibar Island

Day 1

Tarangire NP Heart & Soul Lodge Manyara

Day 2 - 3

Central Serengeti NP Moyo Tented Camp

Day 4

Serengeti NP Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge

Day 5

Ngorongoro Crater (No accommodation)

End Point: Zanzibar Island

Day 1

Day 1 Welcome to Tanzania! Explore Tarangire’s Elephant Kingdom

Your adventure begins with a flight from Zanzibar to Arusha, where your expert guide welcomes you. After a scenic drive, you’ll enter Tarangire National Park, known for its herds of elephants and towering baobab trees. Feel the excitement as you spot elephants bathing in waterholes, zebras grazing the golden grasslands, and lions resting in the shade. The park’s rich landscapes set the stage for an unforgettable afternoon game drive. As the sun sets, arrive at Heart and Soul Lodge in Mto wa Mbu, where you’ll enjoy a peaceful dinner with sweeping views of the African wilderness.

Activities Day 1

Early Morning

Early this morning in Zanzibar Island, we will pick you up from your hotel.

Morning

Transfer by Air, Zanzibar Airport to Arusha Airport
Transfer time; about 90 minutes
Transfer by Road, Arusha Airport to Tarangire National Park
Transfer time; about 2 hours

Late Morning to Late Afternoon

Come with us as we look for lions, elephants and so much more amid the baobab trees and classic safari scenery of Tarangire National Park.

Late afternoon

Transfer by Road, Tarangire National Park to Heart & Soul Lodge Manyara
Transfer time; about 1 hour

Rest of Day

Relax and generally take it easy to allow yourself to both process and recover from all of the excitement that you’ve enjoyed on your safari so far.

Accommodation – Day 1

Heart & Soul Lodge Manyara

You're perfectly placed when you stay at Heart & Soul Lodge Manyara on your visit to Tarangire National Park.

Meal Plan Lunch & Dinner Drinking water Non-alcoholic drinks Beer and Wine on Jeep

Day 2

Day 2 Journey Through the Scenic Ngorongoro Highlands to Serengeti

After breakfast, set off on a picturesque drive through the lush Ngorongoro Highlands, with stunning views at every turn. The wildlife sightings begin even before you enter Serengeti National Park, where your afternoon game drive awaits. The Serengeti’s endless plains are home to some of Africa’s most iconic wildlife. Spot herds of wildebeest, zebras, and antelopes, while lions and cheetahs stalk their prey. As the sun sets over the savannah, arrive at Moyo Tented Camp, where a delicious dinner under the stars and the distant sounds of the wild complete your day.

Activities Day 2

Early Morning

Transfer by Road, Heart & Soul Lodge Manyara to Ngorongoro Highlands
Transfer time; about 1 hour

Morning

Keep an eye out for wildlife this morning as our transfer to the next part of your safari doubles as a game drive.
Transfer time; about 3 hours

All Day

Enjoy the beautiful scenery and all the incredible wildlife possibilities on a guided game drive through the Central Serengeti.

Rest of Day

Relax and generally take it easy to allow yourself to both process and recover from all of the excitement that you’ve enjoyed on your safari so far.

Accommodation – Day 2

Moyo Tented Camp

Moyo Tented Camp will be your base for exploring Central Serengeti National Park with us, and it's a terrific place to stay.

Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Drinking water Non-alcoholic drinks Beer and Wine on Jeep

Day 3

Day 3 Full-Day Safari in Serengeti National Park

Begin your day with a stunning Serengeti sunrise before setting off on a full-day game drive through the park. The thrill of tracking the Big 5—lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and rhinos—will keep you captivated as you explore the diverse landscapes. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the heart of the Serengeti, surrounded by the breathtaking views of the vast plains. In the afternoon, continue your wildlife exploration, keeping an eye out for cheetahs sprinting across the savannah and elephants moving majestically through the grasses. Return to Moyo Tented Camp for a relaxing evening under the African sky.

Activities Day 3

Early Morning to Afternoon

You'll be joining us in Central Serengeti National Park for a guided game drive. It's a fantastic opportunity to see some of the animals you came so far to see.

All Day

You'll be heading down more safari trails in search of animals in Central Serengeti National Park when we take you on a guided game drive. This is the best thing about many safaris, and you'll hopefully see many animals.

Rest of Day

Relax and generally take it easy to allow yourself to both process and recover from all of the excitement that you’ve enjoyed on your safari so far.

Optional

Early Morning

Take to the sky with us on our balloon safari in Central Serengeti National Park. It will give you an entirely new perspective on the world down below. See how many animals you can spot.

Accommodation – Day 3

Moyo Tented Camp

Stay for longer at Moyo Tented Camp.

Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Drinking water Non-alcoholic drinks Beer and Wine on Jeep

Day 4

Day 4 A Serengeti Sunrise and Journey to the Highlands

After breakfast, embark on a half-day game drive, capturing your final glimpses of Serengeti’s majestic wildlife. Watch as giraffes graze on treetops, hippos wallow in the rivers, and predators like lions and hyenas go about their daily activities. After lunch, say goodbye to the Serengeti and head back to the Ngorongoro Highlands. Arrive at Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge, where you’ll be greeted by spectacular views of the surrounding landscapes. Enjoy a peaceful dinner and unwind, knowing that tomorrow brings the adventure of exploring the Ngorongoro Crater.

Activities Day 4

Early Morning to Afternoon

A guided game drive through Serengeti National Park is one of the best safari experiences you can have anywhere in Africa. Apart from the signature savannah grasslands and the park's amazing wildlife, your guide will show you all that's good about the Serengeti.

Afternoon

This afternoon we'll be taking you to the next stage of your safari, but you'll also get to enjoy one last game drive along the way.
Transfer time; about 3 hours

Late afternoon

Transfer by Road, Ngorongoro Highlands to Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge
Transfer time; about 30 to 45 minutes

Rest of Day

Relax and generally take it easy to allow yourself to both process and recover from all of the excitement that you’ve enjoyed on your safari so far.

Optional

Late afternoon

Visit the Maasai, Ngorongoro Highlands

Accommodation – Day 4

Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge

Enjoy staying at Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge as your base while you're here.

Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Drinking water Non-alcoholic drinks Beer and Wine on Jeep

Day 5

Day 5 Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for an Unforgettable Safari

Start your day with a thrilling descent into the Ngorongoro Crater, often called the "Eighth Wonder of the World." As you explore the crater floor, marvel at the diversity of wildlife, from black rhinos grazing in the distance to lions basking in the morning sun. Flamingos add a splash of pink to the crater lake, while elephants and buffalo roam freely. Enjoy a picnic lunch in this wildlife haven before ascending back to the crater rim. In the afternoon, drive to Arusha for your flight back to Zanzibar, carrying memories of Tanzania’s spectacular wildlife and natural beauty.

Activities Day 5

Early Morning

Transfer by Road, Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge to Ngorongoro Highlands
Transfer time; about 30 to 45 minutes

Early Morning to Afternoon

Your guided game drive down into and around Ngorongoro Crater, is one of the best safari experiences you can have in East Africa. Watch for lions, hyenas, black rhinos and more as you spend most of the day exploring the crater floor.

Afternoon

Transfer by Road, Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha Airport
Transfer time; about 3 hours

Late afternoon

Transfer by Air, Arusha Airport to Zanzibar Airport
Transfer time; about 90 minutes

Evening

We'll drop you off at your hotel in Zanzibar Island this evening in one of our vehicles.

Tour starts per person from	$2,701.00
Additional Price Information Different Rates for Different Group Sizes $ 2701 per person when 2 people traveling together $ 2370 per person when 3 people traveling together $ 2267 per person when 4 people traveling together $ 2135 per person when 5 people traveling together $ 2089 per person when 6 people traveling together

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About this Tour

Highlights

Map

Day 1 Welcome to Tanzania! Explore Tarangire’s Elephant Kingdom

Activities Day 1

Early Morning

Morning

Late Morning to Late Afternoon

Late afternoon

Rest of Day

Heart & Soul Lodge Manyara

Day 2 Journey Through the Scenic Ngorongoro Highlands to Serengeti

Activities Day 2

Early Morning

Morning

All Day

Rest of Day

Moyo Tented Camp

Day 3 Full-Day Safari in Serengeti National Park

Activities Day 3

Early Morning to Afternoon

All Day

Rest of Day

Optional

Early Morning

Moyo Tented Camp

Day 4 A Serengeti Sunrise and Journey to the Highlands

Activities Day 4

Early Morning to Afternoon

Afternoon

Late afternoon

Rest of Day

Optional

Late afternoon

Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge

Day 5 Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for an Unforgettable Safari

Activities Day 5

Early Morning

Early Morning to Afternoon

Afternoon

Late afternoon

Evening

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The Ultimate 5-Day Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater

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The Ultimate 5-Day Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater