5-Day Serengeti National Park & Ngorongoro Safari

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

Arrival and City Tour

We’ll warmly welcome you at the airport and transfer you to Tulia Spa & Boutique, where you can relax and settle in. Your adventure begins with a guided city tour of Arusha, offering a glimpse into local life and culture. You'll explore lively markets, including the Maasai Market, visit the Cultural Heritage Centre, and discover Arusha's rich history at the city museum—an inviting start to your safari journey.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa

• Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Heading to the Majestic Serengeti

After breakfast, you'll leave Arusha around 7:15 AM for the Serengeti—a scenic 8-hour drive with stops as you pass through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Ngorongoro Crater Viewpoint
Enjoy a 20-minute stop to take in the stunning views of the crater, one of Africa’s natural wonders.

Optional: Maasai Village Visit
Visit a traditional Maasai village and learn about this legendary tribe, once known for chasing lions and drinking raw animal blood—a practice still observed today. This visit is optional and lasts 20–45 minutes.

Serengeti National Park – Seronera
Arrive in the Serengeti by late afternoon and head straight for a game drive in the Seronera region. As the sun sets over the vast plains, you may spot wildlife in action perhaps even a predator stalking its prey or feeding on a fresh kill.

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:

Safari Haven Migration Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Serengeti National Park - Ngorongoro Drive

After an early breakfast at 6:30 AM, head out for a morning game drive when animals are most active. Spend the morning exploring the Serengeti in search of wildlife.

Return to camp around midday for lunch and packing. As you exit the park, enjoy a final game drive along the way, making the most of your time in the Serengeti.

You'll then drive about 2 hours to Ngorongoro Serena Lodge, located near the crater rim.
Note: Animals are often spotted around the campsites, stay alert even off the road!

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:

Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

• Luxury lodge located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Exploring the Ngorongoro Crater - A Lost World

Ngorongoro Crater, Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After an early breakfast, you'll descend into the crater at around 6:15 AM for a morning game drive focused on spotting the elusive black rhino. While most animals are easier to see here due to the open crater floor, rhinos remain one of the rarest sightings.

Following a picnic lunch within the crater, you'll enjoy more wildlife viewing before ascending in the afternoon. Return to camp to pack and prepare for the journey back to Arusha town.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Accommodation:

Arusha Planet Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Departure Day

On your final day, we’ll arrange your airport drop-off based on your flight time.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinks not included

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