5 Day Safari Tanzania, Outlined Itinerary
The 5 days safari in Tanzania starts and ends back at Arusha town which is the base town for all the safaris that we offer in the Northern Tanzania Safari Circuit. On this safari you get to visit all the most famous parks in the Northern Tanzania Safari Circuit namely; Tarangire National Park, the Ngorongoro Crater as well as the endless plains of the Serengeti National Park.
A classic safari in Tanzania for 5 days like this gives a chance to sample all what this beautiful country has to offer in terms of wildlife safari.
This program takes you to the most celebrated wildlife area in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Center, The Ngorongoro Crater which is a large caldera that resulted from the collapse of an ancient enormous Volcano, believed to have been larger than Mt Kilimanjaro which is the largest and highest mountain in Africa.
To add icing to the cake you start with a visit to Tarangire National Park a vast park (5th largest in Tanzania) where you will hope to see many large and small game alike including the rare ones like the long necked gerenuks, and the oryxes.
Where to stay in the 5 day Tanzania Safari
This is a ‘lodging safari’ so you will be staying in a nice mixture of comfortable lodges and tented camps for that ‘out of Africa’ feel, but if you wish you can also do an ‘all lodge stay’ safari at a revised price.
Just let us know if you want that. At Tarangire for example we can highly recommend the nice mid-range Sangaiwe Tented Lodge with great views over the plains and the Lake Burunge further afield.
The lodges and tented camps included in this tour are comfort style or upper mid-range. They are safe and clean with great food. However if you want the same package customized to a more luxurious affair we can offer you the same package as a 5-day Safari Tanzania luxury option package.
Our safaris in Tanzania offer an opportunity to explore the country’s incredible wildlife and stunning landscapes. We specialize in private safaris, which means you have a 4×4 Landcruiser or jeep all to yourselves. You have the flexibility to decide when the safari starts and ends, and our experienced guides can help you make that decision on the day of your adventure.
When you plan your Tanzania adventure with us, you’re not just booking a trip; you’re embarking on a personalized experience. We start by understanding your wishes and preferences, and we won’t stop until every aspect of your journey aligns perfectly with your vision. Our team works closely with you to ensure that your entire trip is tailor-made to your satisfaction.
Absolutely, Tanzania is renowned as one of the prime destinations to encounter the Big Five. These magnificent creatures—lion, leopard, elephant, rhinoceros, and buffalo—can be observed in their natural habitats, making Tanzania a preferred choice for wildlife enthusiasts.
Absolutely, Tanzania is a safe and welcoming destination for travelers. The country offers a hospitable environment, especially in tourist areas like Arusha, and you can explore its beautiful landscapes and wildlife with confidence. Local people are friendly, and safety measures, such as keeping an eye on your belongings, are always advisable, just as you would in any other part of the world.
5 Day Safari Tanzania Prices
Low Season (April 1st - May 19th )
| # | 2 Persons | 4 Persons | 6+ Persons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $700 | $670 | $600 |
Mid Season (The rest of the Year )
| # | 2 Persons | 4 Persons | 6+ Persons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $700 | $670 | $600 |
High Season (July + August + 20th Dec + 10th Jan )
| # | 2 Persons | 4 Persons | 6+ Persons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $700 | $670 | $600 |
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5 Day Tanzania Safari
ARRIVAL
ARRIVAL AT KILIMANJARO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
As you walk out of Kilimanjaro International Airport, your personal guide greets you with a big smile: 'Karibu Tanzania - welcome to Tanzania!' The guide takes you straight to your hotel, where you can relax and take in the African atmosphere. The next day your guide takes you on an exclusive, private safari that allows you to travel at your own pace. Enjoy the luxury of your own safari jeep and take the liberty to stop and watch the animals as long as you like!
Day 1
Depart Arusha – Tarangire National Park
On this day you leave Arusha town; the base town for safaris in the northern Tanzania and along the Arusha – Dodoma highway a scenic drive towards the Tarangire National Park. You will pass by a supermarket (if you wish) for some last minute shopping of any personal effects that you may need then drive through a scenic Masai Steppe and arrive at Tarangire in 2 hours time or so.
Your driver will take care of the paper work at the park’s gate then you will embark on your first game drive in the Tarangire National Park famous for its large herds of elephants and large baobab trees that dot the grassland.
Lunch will be at a designated picnic site then afternoon game drives until sunset time to check in at a lodge / camp for overnight. Overnight at Marera Valley Lodge or Country Lodge or similar lodge at Karatu. Lunch and dinner included.
Day 2
Tarangire National Park to the Serengeti National Park
From the Tarangire National Park we depart early after breakfast and head across the Great Rift Valley’s floor, up the escarpment and traverse the Ngorongoro Conservation area in what will ultimately end up being a pleasant and enjoyable scenic drive as you enjoy the beautiful scenery and breathtaking vistas on your way to the Serengeti National Park.
Arrive the Serengeti in the afternoon for an afternoon game drive until late in the afternoon when you will check in at a camp or lodge for campfire, dinner and overnight. Lunch is taken at one of the Picnic sites most likely at the Naabi Hill Gate where you will also get the chance to stretch your legs as your guide sorts out the registration and relevant paperwork.
Dinner and overnight at Thorntree Camp or Serengeti Green Hills Camp. All meals included.
Day 3
Full day at the Serengeti National Park.
On this day you can wake up early for a sunrise game drive to try and catch up with the rare nocturnal animal species as well as the early risers among the diurnal ones. It is a nice time to see animals within a close distance as most game like to line up at the road sides to escape the morning dew.
After breakfast at your camp you will then spend the day doing game drives for the whole day within the Serengeti National Park. The name Serengeti comes from a Maasai word ‘Siringit’ meaning plains without end and true to the name you will explore vast stretches of African Savannah in search of the many animals that Serengeti has to offer.
Apart from the wildebeests you expect to spot other animals including elephants, lions, cheetahs, the elusive leopards, zebras, elands and a lot of resident and migratory birds. 02nd Overnight at Thorntree Camp or Serengeti Green Hills Camp. All meals included.
Day 4
Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Conservation
Breakfast at your camp / or lodge then we check out and head out for one more last game drive in the Serengeti. You will explore the Seronera River Valley rich in wildlife and bird life or anywhere else in the Serengeti as per your professional safari guide’s guidance.
Your safari guide as usual will be in constant contact with other guides around through the VHF high-frequency radios fitted in our safari cars so he will have a better idea on the best places to explore. Later in the afternoon you will drive back to the Ngorongoro Conservation area and check in at a lodge for dinner and overnight.
Dinner and overnight at a nice mid-range lodge at Karatu like Marera Valley Lodge or Country Lodge at Karatu nearby. All meals included.
Day 5
Ngorongoro Crater – back to Arusha
Breakfast at your lodge you will descend early into the Crater floor for game drives in the Ngorongoro Crater. The earlier you descend to the Crater floor so you may descend after breakfast or even with a packed breakfast in order to be at the Crater floor as early as you can and better your chances of seeing the rare animals like Black Rhinos with a little luck. Spend the better part of the morning exploring the Ngorongoro Crater until lunch time.
Ngorongoro Crater with its 600 to 650 meter high walls is like a natural zoo with the highest concentration of wild animals and it is here where you can even spot the Big Five even in one day if lucky enough. After picnic lunch which you will most likely take at the hippo poolside designated picnic site, you will drive up the Crater rim and out of the Conservation area.
You will return to Arusha where you will arrive later in the afternoon depending on your flight time table, you will be dropped at the airport.
END OF TOUR
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LOW SEASON (APRIL 1ST - MAY 19TH)
| Type of accommodation | 2 Persons | 4 Persons | 6+ Persons |
|---|---|---|---|
| SILVER | $1.015 USD* | $749 USD* | $660 USD* |
| GOLD | $1.201 USD* | $935 USD* | $846 USD* |
| PLATINUM | $1.427 USD* | $1.161 USD* | $1.072 USD* |
MID SEASON (THE REST OF THE YEAR)
| Type of accommodation | 2 Persons | 4 Persons | 6+ Persons |
|---|---|---|---|
| SILVER | $1.217 USD* | $865 USD* | $747 USD* |
| GOLD | $1.420 USD* | $1.068 USD* | $951 USD* |
| PLATINUM | $1.721 USD* | $1.368 USD* | $1.251 USD* |
HIGH SEASON (JULY + AUGUST + 20 DEC - 10 JAN)
| Type of accommodation | 2 Persons | 4 Persons | 6+ Persons |
|---|---|---|---|
| SILVER | $1.350 USD** | $942 USD* | $806 USD* |
| GOLD | $$1.584 USD* | $$1.176 USD* | $1.040 USD* |
| PLATINUM | $1.874 USD* | $1.466 USD* | $1.330 USD* |
* Indicative costs per person, excluding international airline tickets
Children Prices depend on Age of the child and room configuration.
We can customize the program according to your interests and budget.
Children Prices depend on Age of the child and room configuration.
We can customize the program according to your interests and budget.
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