5-Day Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari
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Safari Highlights
Explore two of Tanzania’s most iconic safari destinations – Serengeti National Park & Ngorongoro Crater
Witness the Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal: July – October)
Game drives in Serengeti’s endless plains – home to the Big Five & large predator populations
Descend into Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO-listed wildlife haven
Spot rare black rhinos, lions, leopards, elephants & cheetahs
Experience a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley
Overview
This 5-day safari takes you through Tanzania’s most breathtaking landscapes, from the endless golden plains of the Serengeti to the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, known as the “Eighth Wonder of the World.”
Enjoy unforgettable wildlife encounters, stunning sunrises, and the raw beauty of Africa’s untamed wilderness.
Start & End Point: Arusha (Hotel/Airport)
Best Time to Visit: June – October (Great Migration) | December – March (Best Wildlife Viewing)
Included/Exclude
- Pickup & drop-off in Arusha (Hotel/Airport)
- 4x4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof for game viewing
- 4 nights accommodation in mid-range lodges (luxury upgrades available)
- Full-board meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Unlimited game drives with a professional safari guide
- Park entrance fees & government taxes
- Bottled water during game drives
- International & domestic flights
- Hot air balloon safari ($550 per person – optional)
- Masai village visit entrance fee ($30 per person – optional)
- Tips for guides, drivers & lodge staff
- Personal expenses & travel insurance
Tour Plan
Your journey begins with an early morning pickup from Arusha Airport (ARK) or your hotel. Meet your professional safari guide, then embark on a scenic drive towards Serengeti National Park.
Along the way, you’ll traverse the Great Rift Valley and Ngorongoro Highlands, stopping for breathtaking views. Upon arrival in Serengeti, enjoy a game drive en route to your lodge, spotting lions, cheetahs, elephants, and large herds of wildebeests and zebras.
Possible Sightings: Lions, cheetahs, elephants, wildebeests, zebras, leopards, giraffes
Accommodation: Serengeti Sopa Lodge (or similar – upgrades available)
Meals: Full board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Rise early for a morning game drive, when predators are most active. Explore the Serengeti’s diverse ecosystems, from open grasslands to riverine forests, searching for the Big Five and large herds of grazing herbivores.
Depending on your preference, you can:
Option 1: Do morning & afternoon game drives, returning to the lodge for lunch
Option 2: Opt for a full-day game drive with a packed picnic lunch in the wilderness
Optional Activity: Hot Air Balloon Safari (pre-booking required)
Accommodation: Serengeti Sopa Lodge (or similar – upgrades available)
Meals: Full board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Start the day with an early morning game drive, a prime time for spotting predators on the hunt. Witness a stunning Serengeti sunrise, then return to the lodge for brunch before driving to Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
En route, stop at a Masai village for a cultural encounter, learning about their traditional way of life, dances, and crafts.
Upon arrival, relax at your lodge on the crater rim, enjoying breathtaking sunset views over Ngorongoro Crater.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge (or similar – upgrades available)
Meals: Full board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater, home to one of the highest densities of wildlife in Africa. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is the only place in Tanzania where you have a high chance of spotting the rare black rhino.
Spend the day on a game drive across the crater floor, where you’ll see:
✔ Lions, leopards & cheetahs
✔ Massive elephant bulls with long tusks
✔ Buffalos, zebras & wildebeests
✔ Hippos in the freshwater pools
✔ Flamingos lining the soda lakes
Enjoy a picnic lunch near a hippo-filled lake, then continue exploring before returning to your lodge.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge (or similar – upgrades available)
Meals: Full board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
After an early morning game drive, enjoy breakfast overlooking the crater before starting the return journey to Arusha.
Drop-off Options:
✔ Arusha Airport (ARK) for your onward flight
✔ Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
✔ Your hotel in Arusha
Meals: Breakfast
Optional: Short domestic flight from Ngorongoro to Arusha (available at extra cost)
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