5 Day Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater
Each day of this carefully crafted itinerary promises a new chapter in your Tanzanian safari, unveiling the extraordinary landscapes and captivating wildlife that define this corner of East Africa.
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Serengeti National Park
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Tarangire National Park
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Ngorongoro Crater
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5 Day/4 Nights
Tour Overview
Embark on an extraordinary 5-day safari expedition through the heart of Tanzania, unveiling the wonders of Tarangire National Park, the Serengeti, and the Ngorongoro Crater. Your adventure begins in Tarangire, renowned for its colossal elephant herds and scenic landscapes. Traverse the park’s diverse terrain, witnessing the rich wildlife that inhabits its lush savannahs and acacia-dotted plains.
Journey into the world-famous Serengeti, where the rhythm of the Great Migration unfolds before your eyes. Marvel at the expansive grasslands, alive with a tapestry of wildebeest, zebras, and their predators in a perpetual dance of survival. Experience the untamed beauty and raw energy of the Serengeti, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Next, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and natural sanctuary teeming with an abundance of wildlife. Encounter diverse ecosystems within the crater’s confines, witnessing the fascinating coexistence of numerous species against the backdrop of this ancient volcanic caldera.
Each day of this carefully crafted itinerary promises a new chapter in your Tanzanian safari, unveiling the extraordinary landscapes and captivating wildlife that define this corner of East Africa. Immerse yourself in the allure of Tarangire, the grandeur of the Serengeti, and the enchantment of the Ngorongoro Crater on this unforgettable 5-day expedition.
Itinerary Summary
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha – Tanzania
Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park – Karatu
Day 3: Serengeti National Park
Day 4: Serengeti National Park
Day 5: Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Crater
Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
Day 7: Departure Day
Route and stop positions are indicative. The line connects itinerary stops directly and is not a turn-by-turn road route. Actual driving times and wildlife sightings vary.
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha - Tanzania
Embark on an enchanting wildlife safari adventure with your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). Esikar Tour and Safaris warmly welcomes you and ensures your smooth transfer to a cozy accommodation in Arusha. Take the afternoon to relax or explore the town. In the evening, enjoy a delightful dinner at the lodge, setting the tone for the exciting safari ahead.
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Kilimanjaro International Airport
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Hotel in Arusha
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Meals Plan: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park - Ngorongoro Highlands
Your safari begins in the morning with pickup from your hotel in Arusha. After a short safari briefing, drive toward Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees and beautiful landscapes.
Enter the park and begin your game drive through open grasslands, woodland and areas surrounding the Tarangire River. The park is home to elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, impalas, warthogs and many bird species. Depending on the season and wildlife movements, you may also encounter lions, cheetahs and other predators.
Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park before continuing your afternoon game drive. Your guide will select the best areas for wildlife viewing based on the season and current conditions.
Later in the afternoon, leave Tarangire and continue toward the Ngorongoro Highlands, arriving in Karatu for dinner and your overnight stay.
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Karatu town
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Budget Camping, Mid Range or Luxury Options
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Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, depart for Serengeti National Park, via the beautiful high lying farmland of Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Leaving the highlands behind, we descend into the heart of wild Africa the Serengeti National Park with its endless plains, rolling into the distance as far as the eye can see. Then heard to the central park area, known as the Seronera area, one of the richest wildlife habitats in the park, featuring the Seronera River, which provides a valuable water source to this area and therefore attracts wildlife well representative of most of the Serengeti’s species. Arrive in time for lunch and enjoy an afternoon game drive in the Serengeti national park.
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Serengeti
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Budget Camping, Mid Range or Luxury Options
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Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Serengeti National Park
Early morning game drive to see also nocturnal animals returning from hunting and lions awaking in the dawn followed by a full day of game drives around Serengeti. Depending on the time of year and the Great Migration and the movements of the herds you can expect to see wildebeest, lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, monkeys, baboons, hippos, rhinos, antelopes and many birds and other species.
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Serengeti
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Budget Camping, Mid Range or Luxury Options
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Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Crater
Early morning game drive and after depart to Ngorongoro Conservation area. We will stopover at Olduvai Gorge, boasting with a history dating back to the dawn of time. It was here, that the anthropologists Drs. Lois and Mary Leakey discovered the skulls of ‘Nutcracker Man’ and ‘Handy Man’, both very significant links in the chain of human evolution Late afternoon transfer to your Lodge where you will have dinner and overnight
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Karatu town
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Budget Camping, Mid Range or Luxury Options
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Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater Tour to Arusha
Awaken to a breathtaking sunrise and savor breakfast before descending into the Ngorongoro Crater. A full-day game drive reveals the diverse wildlife thriving within the crater’s unique ecosystem. Enjoy a picnic lunch amid this natural spectacle. In the afternoon, continue your exploration, capturing the essence of Ngorongoro’s beauty. As the day winds down, ascend from the crater and return to Arusha.
A farewell dinner awaits, marking the end of your unforgettable safari.
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Arusha city
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Hotel in Arusha
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Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Departure Day
On your departure day, Esikar Tour and Safaris organizes a timely transfer from your lodge to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). Reflect on your unforgettable safari as you bid farewell to the enchanting landscapes and wildlife of Tanzania.
Depart with cherished memories and a heart full of the African spirit, marking the conclusion of your safari adventure.
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Kilimanjaro International Airport
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Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
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INCLUDED
- Pick up and drop off from Kilimanjaro International airport.
- 2 nights of hotel Accommodation before and after safari (breakfast included)
- Transportation in a 4×4 Toyota Land cruiser with pop-up roof
- Professional and Experienced English-speaking safari guide
- All national park fees;
- All accommodation in safari lodges under your program
- Three meals per day on safari;
- Bottled drinking water throughout the tour
- Medical kit;
- Binocular
- All mentioned activist as per itinerary
EXCLUDED
- International Flights
- Personal spending money for souvenirs etc
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Travel insurance
- Visa fees
- Optional activities
- Tips and gratuities to driver/Safari guide (20usd/day – recommended)
