5-Day Serengeti Plains and Ngorongoro Safari

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

Pick up from Kilimanjaro Airport

Upon arrival at the Airport, your guide will be waiting for you to transfer to your accommodation in Ausha for relaxation and briefing for your safari. It is possible to do a city tour of Ausha town or visit Arusha National Park incase time allows but both activities optional.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Olerai Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer to Serengeti National Park

Enjoy the adventure drive that introduces travelers to the beauty, culture and diverse land scapes of northern Tanzania.
One of the highlights of the drive is passing through the beautiful Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where breathtaking views of the Ngorongoro highlands and crater surroundings provide perfect photo opportunities. Visitors may also encounter Maasai communities dressed in their traditional colorful attire while herding cattle across the plains, adding a cultural touch to the safari experience.
As the journey continues toward the Serengeti, wildlife sightings often begin even before entering the park gates. Zebras, giraffes, antelopes, baboons, and various bird species are commonly spotted along the roadside, making the drive itself part of the safari adventure. Upon arrival in the Serengeti, travelers are welcomed by endless golden plains stretching to the horizon, creating the perfect introduction to one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations.

Main Destination:

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

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GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Tukaone Weavers Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Serengeti National Park

Enjoy full-day game drives in the park as you experience the breathtaking African sunrise while spotting active predators such as cheetahs, leopards, lions, and many other wildlife species in their natural habitat. The vast plains also provide excellent opportunities to witness diverse wildlife and spectacular landscapes throughout the day. Later in the evening, proceed for a short game drive to catch glimpses of the famous Great Migration as herds move across the Serengeti plains in search of fresh grazing grounds.

Optional Activity: Hot air balloon safari experience available at an extra cost and must be booked in advance.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Tukaone Weavers Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Drive to Ngorongoro area

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast before departing for a scenic game drive through the endless plains of Serengeti National Park as you proceed toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the journey, enjoy opportunities to spot a variety of wildlife species including zebras, wildebeests, giraffes, elephants, and predators roaming across the savannah. The drive also offers breathtaking views of the changing landscapes from the vast Serengeti plains to the lush Ngorongoro highlands.
Arrive in the Ngorongoro area in time for an evening scenic crater rim walk, where you can enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the famous Ngorongoro Crater and its surrounding beauty. Later, proceed to your accommodation for relaxation and an overnight stay amidst the peaceful wilderness atmosphere.

Optional activity: Visit the historic Olduvai Gorge, one of the world’s most important archaeological sites known for discoveries linked to early human evolution.

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

Show more

ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Ang'ata Migration - Bologonja Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Drive back to Kilimanjaro Airport

Today we drive through the Ngorongoro crater where there are higher chances of seeing the Big Five not forgetting the soda lake filled with spectacular flamingos. Enjoy your lunch at the Hippo pool picnic site and later in the afternoon drive through the crater for an unforgettable experience! And back to Arusha town for your relaxation.

Main Destination:

Kilimanjaro Airport

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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