5-Day Mid-Range to Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Lake Eyasi

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival to Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by an Erimpala Safaris representative and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. As you settle in, enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of this bustling safari hub surrounded by views of Mount Meru. Spend the rest of the evening relaxing, unwinding by the pool, or exploring the hotel’s amenities. Your safari briefing will be provided to prepare you for the adventure ahead. Also visit Materuni waterfall, then experience town tour in Arusha city.

Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Kibo Palace Hotel.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Kibo Palace Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Arusha - Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, depart Arusha and drive to the iconic Tarangire National Park, known for its majestic baobab trees and one of the largest elephant populations in Tanzania. Enjoy a full-day game drive as you explore the park’s diverse habitats, spotting elephants, lions, zebras, buffaloes, giraffes, and an incredible variety of birdlife. Tarangire’s river attracts wildlife year-round, offering excellent photo opportunities and peaceful scenery. Later in the afternoon, head to Karatu for a relaxing evening at your lodge.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Eileen’s Trees Inn.

Main Destination:

Tarangire National Park

Best Time To Visit July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River)

High Season June to October (The park is full of visitors)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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HippoCommon

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Eileen's Trees Inn

• Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Ngorongoro Crater - Serengeti National Park

After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a spectacular morning game drive. The crater’s enclosed ecosystem offers some of the best wildlife viewing in Africa, with chances to spot black rhinos, lions, buffaloes, elephants, hippos, and large flocks of flamingos along the alkaline lake. After enjoying your packed lunch, continue your journey toward the legendary Serengeti. As you enter the vast plains, keep an eye out for cheetahs, giraffes, and migrating herds. Arrive in Central Serengeti for an evening of relaxation at your comfortable mid-range camp.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Osinon Camp.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)

High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)

Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

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ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Osinon Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Serengeti National Park - Karatu

Begin your day with a sunrise game drive in the Serengeti, where early morning light enhances your chance of spotting predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards on the move. After breakfast at the camp, continue exploring the endless plains, capturing unforgettable wildlife moments. Later, start your journey toward Karatu, passing through the Ngorongoro highlands with scenic views and Maasai settlements along the way. Arrive in Karatu for a relaxing evening at your comfortable lodge, surrounded by the cool mountain air and lush greenery.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Eileen’s Trees Inn.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)

High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

Show more

GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Eileen's Trees Inn

• Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Lake Eyasi - for Hadzabe Cultural Tour - Return to Arusha

After breakfast in Arusha, depart early for Lake Eyasi, a scenic rift valley lake known for its unique landscapes and traditional communities. Upon arrival, meet the Hadzabe, one of Tanzania’s last remaining hunter-gatherer tribes. Embark on an immersive cultural tour, learning their ancient hunting and gathering techniques, traditional customs, and connection to the land. Witness their skill with bows and arrows, and explore the surrounding bush with guided tracking experiences.

Enjoy the authenticity of this cultural encounter, capturing memories through photos and storytelling. After the tour, have a local lunch before departing Lake Eyasi and driving back to Arusha, enjoying scenic views along the way. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel or the airport, concluding a rewarding day of cultural exploration and Tanzanian heritage.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch.

Main Destination:

Lake Eyasi

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.