5-Day Serengeti & Ngorongoro Mid Range Safari

Price from: $1970 per person sharing

Overview

5-Day Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari Overview

Embark on an unforgettable 5-day private mid-range safari through Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations, including the Serengeti and the stunning Ngorongoro Crater.

To begin with, your adventure takes you into the world-famous Serengeti National Park, renowned for its vast plains, abundant wildlife, and the spectacular wildebeest migration during the season. Moreover, enjoy expertly guided game drives where you may spot lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeests in their natural habitat.

Next, you will explore the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s most unique wildlife destinations. In addition, its fertile caldera supports a dense concentration of wildlife, including elephants, rhinos, buffaloes, hippos, and flamingos along the soda lakes, offering incredible viewing and photography opportunities.

Finally, this safari combines adventure with comfort, featuring cozy mid-range lodges and tented camps surrounded by nature, along with personalized guiding and immersive game drives for a truly unforgettable Tanzania safari experience.

Safari Highlights

Explore the world-famous Serengeti National Park, home to the Great Wildebeest Migration
Enjoy thrilling game drives with chances to see the Big Five in the wild
Discover the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Witness diverse wildlife including lions, elephants, rhinos, leopards, and buffaloes
Experience stunning landscapes, from endless savannahs to volcanic crater floors
Enjoy guided safari experiences with professional and knowledgeable local guides
Stay in comfortable mid-range lodges and tented camps surrounded by nature
Capture incredible photography moments in Tanzania’s top wildlife destinations

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Arrival in Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport, you will be warmly welcomed and transferred to Tulia Spa & Boutique Hotel, your comfortable base in Arusha. After check-in and some time to relax, you may choose to enjoy an optional Arusha city sightseeing tour, offering a vibrant introduction to Tanzania’s cultural heartbeat.

Moreover, you will explore bustling local markets, the colorful Maasai Market, the Arusha Cultural Heritage Centre, and the Arusha City Museum. Consequently, this experience gives you a deeper understanding of local traditions, crafts, and daily life, while easing you into your safari adventure.

Finally, in the evening, your guide will provide a detailed briefing about the upcoming itinerary, wildlife encounters, and travel tips, ensuring you are fully prepared for the journey ahead.

Meals: Bed & Breakfast

Accommodation: Tulia Boutique Hotel

Day 2: Arusha – Serengeti National Park

Arusha to Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, you will depart at 7:15 am for the legendary Serengeti National Park, enjoying an approximately 8-hour scenic drive across Tanzania’s beautiful landscapes. Moreover, along the way, you will make enriching stops that enhance your journey experience.

First, you will pause at the Ngorongoro Conservation Area viewpoint for breathtaking panoramic views of the crater for about 20 minutes. Additionally, you may opt to visit a nearby Maasai village, where you will learn about their traditions, warrior culture, and unique way of life.

Finally, you will arrive in the Serengeti in the late afternoon and enjoy your first exciting game drive in the Seronera region. Consequently, you will witness abundant wildlife and end the day with a magical African sunset over the plains.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: Serengeti Central Lodge

Day 3: Serengeti – Ngorongoro

Serengeti Morning Game Drive transit to Ngorongoro

Begin your day with an early morning game drive at 6:30 am in the Serengeti National Park, maximizing your chances of spotting predators on the move and herbivores grazing across the plains. Moreover, the soft morning light offers excellent opportunities for wildlife photography and unforgettable sightings.

After a rewarding safari experience, you will return to camp for lunch, pack up, and begin your journey toward the Ngorongoro region. Thereafter, you will drive approximately 2 hours to Ngorongoro Serena Lodge near the crater rim, enjoying scenic views along the way.

Finally, keep an eye out during the drive, as wildlife is sometimes seen roaming near the campsites and surrounding landscapes, adding a final touch of adventure to your transfer day.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Lodge

Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive

Ngorongoro Crater Safari to Arusha

After an early breakfast, you will descend at 6:15 am into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s richest wildlife ecosystems. Moreover, the fertile caldera supports a dense concentration of animals, allowing for exceptional year-round game viewing.

During your game drive, you may encounter the elusive black rhinoceros, lions, elephants, zebras, wildebeests, and many other species roaming freely across the crater floor. In addition, a picnic lunch will be served at a designated site inside the crater, allowing you to enjoy the scenery while relaxing in the wild.

Finally, after your safari experience, you will ascend the crater rim, pack up, and begin your comfortable return journey to Arusha, marking the end of your unforgettable wildlife adventure.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: Tulia Boutique Hotel

Day 5: Departure from Arusha

Departure from Arusha

After breakfast, you will enjoy a relaxed final morning at your lodge in Arusha, taking time to rest and reflect on your unforgettable Tanzanian safari experience. Moreover, depending on your flight schedule, you may have time for last-minute relaxation or preparation for your journey home.

Finally, at your preferred time, you will be transferred to the airport for your departure, marking the end of your memorable safari adventure in Tanzania.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Accommodation: N/A – End of tour