5-Day Arusha NP, Manyara, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Budget

• 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 Arusha National Park

Pick up from your stay in Arusha and start a beautiful journey to Arusha National Park, where you will enjoy a full day of exploration with packed lunch boxes. After an exciting game drive, experience the park from a different perspective on a guided walking safari accompanied by an armed park ranger.

Arusha National Park is home to a remarkable variety of wildlife, including African elephants, Cape buffaloes, hippos, zebras, giraffes, and the more elusive wildebeest. The park also boasts an extraordinary diversity of landscapes, ranging from vast open savannahs and acacia woodlands to lush tropical rainforests. This unique combination of wildlife and breathtaking scenery makes Arusha National Park a wonderful introduction to Tanzania’s natural beauty.

Main Destination:

Arusha National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Animals are easier to spot)

High Season July to March (The park can get busy)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Arusha NP

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

HippoCommon

ElephantOccasional

WildebeestOccasional

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LeopardRare

HyenaRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Activities:

• Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Gold Crest Hotel Arusha

• Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park for an exciting game drive, with a packed lunch to enjoy during the day. After exploring the park and discovering its incredible wildlife, you will be transferred to your lodge, where you can relax, enjoy dinner, and spend the night.

Lake Manyara National Park is famous for its tree-climbing lions, which can often be spotted resting among the branches of trees, as well as its large troops of baboons that inhabit the lush forest. From the moment you enter the park, you may encounter these fascinating primates along the roads, offering wonderful opportunities for wildlife viewing and photography.

Main Destination:

Lake Manyara National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals)

High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

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LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Activities:

• Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Rim View Inn

• Budget hotel located less than 1hr drive from Lake Manyara NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Karatu to Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, depart for Serengeti National Park for an exciting day of wildlife viewing. Enjoy a delicious picnic lunch at a scenic spot inside the park before continuing your afternoon game drive. As you explore the vast plains and discover the park’s incredible wildlife, you will eventually make your way to the camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

The Serengeti is world-famous for the spectacular migration of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles, offering one of the most extraordinary wildlife experiences on Earth. Keep your eyes open for the park’s resident predators, including lions, leopards, and cheetahs, as they roam the plains in search of prey. Witnessing these magnificent animals in their natural habitat offers a fascinating glimpse into the circle of life in the African wilderness.

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

Activities:

• Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Serengeti Classic View 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 to Karatu

Wake up early and enjoy an unforgettable morning game drive in Serengeti National Park, when wildlife is most active and the chances of spotting predators are particularly rewarding. After an exciting morning exploring the endless plains, enjoy lunch before departing to Karatu. In the afternoon, travel to your accommodation in Karatu, where you will spend the night surrounded by breathtaking views.

Staying overnight in Karatu allows you to depart early the following morning for the Ngorongoro Crater, giving you the best opportunity to spot a wide variety of wildlife while the animals are still most active.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Activities:

• Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Rim View Inn

• Budget hotel located in Karatu (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

After breakfast, you will go to Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable game drive. Explore this remarkable natural wonder and enjoy the opportunity to spot an incredible variety of wildlife in its natural habitat. After your game drive, you will be transferred to Arusha at Clocktower where our service ends.

The Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest intact, unfilled volcanic caldera and one of Africa’s most extraordinary natural wonders. It is home to approximately 30,000 large mammals throughout the year, including buffaloes, lions, elephants, cheetahs, and the endangered black rhino. The crater also boasts an impressive diversity of birdlife, including flamingos, eagles, and buzzards. Thanks to its remarkable concentration of wildlife, you can encounter a wide variety of animals within a relatively short time, making this a truly unforgettable finale to your Tanzanian safari.

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

White RhinoOccasional

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Activities:

• Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

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.