5-Day Tanzania Safari Parks & Kilimanjaro Adventures

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

You will be picked up from your hotel or the airport and depart at approximately 6:30 AM for Tarangire National Park, located about 150 km from Arusha, with a drive of around two hours. Upon arrival, you will begin an exciting game drive through the park, with approximately six hours dedicated to exploring its diverse landscapes and wildlife. A hot lunch will be served inside the park, allowing you to relax and enjoy the surroundings before continuing with an afternoon game drive.

Tarangire is famous for its large elephant herds, abundant birdlife, impressive baobab trees, and rich wildlife. During the dry season, the Tarangire River becomes a vital source of water, attracting animals from across the area. Keep your eyes open for lions, giraffes, zebras, elephants, and many species of birds. After an unforgettable day of wildlife viewing, you will head to Ngedere Lodge for dinner and your overnight stay.

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:

Ngedere Lodge & Camp

• Budget lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Central Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, you will depart at approximately 6:30 AM from Ngedere Lodge and begin your scenic journey to Serengeti National Park. The drive takes around four hours and covers approximately 231 km, offering beautiful views of Tanzania’s changing landscapes along the way.

Upon arrival in the Serengeti, you will enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated picnic site before setting out on an exciting afternoon game drive. The Serengeti is renowned for its vast plains and abundant wildlife, giving you excellent opportunities to encounter lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and many other species in their natural habitat.

As the day comes to an end, you will make your way to Seronera Campsite. Our experienced team will take care of setting up your camping equipment, including erecting your tent and preparing a comfortable sleeping arrangement. Relax, enjoy the peaceful surroundings, and spend a memorable night beneath the African stars.

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:

Budget camping

• Inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Serengeti National Park

Start your day with an early breakfast or a cup of coffee before heading out at approximately 6:30 AM for an exciting morning game drive in the Serengeti. The early hours offer excellent opportunities to spot wildlife, as animals are most active in the cooler morning temperatures. After the game drive, return to the campsite for a relaxing brunch.

In the afternoon, continue with a game drive as you gradually make your way out of Serengeti National Park. Enjoy your final views of the vast plains and wildlife before driving toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. You will spend the night outside the crater rim, surrounded by the peaceful sounds of nature.

Overnight: Ngorongoro Simba Campsite, where you can relax and enjoy a tranquil evening beneath the African sky.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater for an approximately six-hour game drive. A picnic lunch will be served inside the crater, allowing you to enjoy your meal surrounded by breathtaking scenery and wildlife.

Ngorongoro Crater is a UNESCO-listed natural wonder formed from the remains of a collapsed volcano. Covering approximately 260 km², its crater floor features a remarkable variety of habitats, including grasslands, acacia woodlands, forests, swamps, and a seasonal salt lake. This diverse ecosystem supports an exceptional concentration of wildlife and offers some of Tanzania’s finest game-viewing opportunities.

Keep an eye out for the famous Big Five—lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhinoceros—as well as hippos, zebras, wildebeest, antelopes, and numerous bird species. After your game drive, ascend from the crater and continue to Karibu Heritage House for dinner and a comfortable overnight stay.

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

White RhinoOccasional

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Karibu Heritage House

• Budget hotel located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Mountain Kilimanjaro Waterfalls Simple Hike

Your day begins with a visit to the spectacular Materuni Waterfalls, where you’ll enjoy a refreshing hike through lush forest landscapes. Along the way, your local guide will share fascinating stories about the area, its history, and the traditions of the Chagga people, who have called the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro home for generations.

You’ll then visit a local coffee farm to discover the traditional coffee-making process, from cultivation and drying to roasting and brewing. Experience how coffee is prepared by hand while enjoying traditional Chagga songs and learning about time-honoured techniques. You’ll have the opportunity to taste freshly prepared local coffee and sample a traditional banana soup.

Following this memorable cultural experience, you’ll return to Arusha, marking the end of your unforgettable Tanzania adventure. You will be dropped off at your hotel.

Main Destination:

Materuni Waterfalls (Highlight)

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.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.