Overview
This 5-day journey is crafted to give you the very best of Tanzania’s wildlife. Spend two days exploring the elephant-rich Tarangire and the wildlife-packed Ngorongoro Crater, followed by three full days of game drives across the endless plains of Serengeti.
Tarangire will amaze you with its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Ngorongoro, often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World,” offers the highest concentration of wildlife per square meter. Then, lose yourself in the Serengeti’s vast landscapes, where lions bask in the sun, leopards hide in the acacia trees, cheetahs sprint across the savannah, and graceful antelopes roam freely.
With diverse habitats, breathtaking scenery, and unforgettable encounters, this safari delivers the ultimate Tanzania experience.
Trip Highlights
- Elephant Paradise
- Tarangire
- Serengeti
- Perfect For Honeymooners
Itinerary
This trip is designed for a full 5 days of game viewing: 2 days to visit Tarangire and Ngorongoro Crater and 3 days for extensive game drives in Serengeti. Tarangire is impressive with its many elephants, and Ngorongoro has the richest wildlife per square meter. The diversity of wildlife is a unique treasure of the Serengeti. The unique climatic conditions allow you to enjoy the incredible scenery and its dwellers - lazing lions, secretive leopards, graceful antelopes, and many others.
As soon as you step off the plane, your adventure begins! After clearing border control, you’ll spot our driver holding a sign with your name. They’ll assist with your luggage and escort you in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle stocked with refreshing drinks.
This is your private safari—transfers are shared only within your group. To avoid extra charges, we recommend coordinating flight times together, but if needed, we can arrange additional transfers at a small cost.
Main Destination: Arusha (City)
Accommodation: Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge – Luxury lodge near Arusha
Meals & Drinks: Dinner included (breakfast & lunch not included; drinks extra)
Your safari officially begins in Tarangire, a park famous for its elephant herds, towering baobabs, and sweeping landscapes. The Tarangire River acts as a lifeline, drawing countless animals—giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, antelopes, and the predators that follow them.
In the dry season, expect to witness some of the largest elephant gatherings in Northern Tanzania—majestic, curious giants often wandering close to safari vehicles.
Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
Accommodation: Mawe Mawe Lodge – Luxury lodge 1–2 hrs from the park
Meals & Drinks: All meals included (water provided; other drinks extra)
Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater
Rise early for an unforgettable day! With breakfast packed to-go, you’ll descend into the Ngorongoro Crater by 6:30 AM, when wildlife is most active. Known as the “Eighth Wonder of the World,” Ngorongoro boasts an incredible density of animals within its volcanic caldera.
Here, you’ll find lions, elephants, buffalos, wildebeests, zebras, and even rare species like caracals, servals, and—if you’re lucky—the endangered black rhino. After a picnic lunch by the hippo lake, your journey continues toward the Serengeti.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation: Sound of Silence Tented Camp – Luxury tented camp inside Central Serengeti
Meals & Drinks: All meals included (water provided; other drinks extra)
Rise early for an unforgettable day! With breakfast packed to-go, you’ll descend into the Ngorongoro Crater by 6:30 AM, when wildlife is most active. Known as the “Eighth Wonder of the World,” Ngorongoro boasts an incredible density of animals within its volcanic caldera.
Here, you’ll find lions, elephants, buffalos, wildebeests, zebras, and even rare species like caracals, servals, and—if you’re lucky—the endangered black rhino. After a picnic lunch by the hippo lake, your journey continues toward the Serengeti.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation: Sound of Silence Tented Camp – Luxury tented camp inside Central Serengeti
Meals & Drinks: All meals included (water provided; other drinks extra)
Welcome to the Serengeti, land of endless plains and abundant wildlife! From lions lazing on kopjes to cheetahs sprinting across the grasslands, every moment is a chance for discovery.
Spend the day exactly how you wish: opt for a full-day drive with picnic lunchboxes or return to camp for a leisurely midday break before heading out again. Either way, Serengeti’s rhythm of life will leave you captivated.
Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Sound of Silence Tented Camp – Central Serengeti
Meals & Drinks: All meals included (water provided; other drinks extra)
No two days in Serengeti are alike. Today, you’ll track wildlife across new areas, perhaps spotting lions on the hunt or elephants shading beneath kopjes. With vast landscapes and thriving wildlife, Central Serengeti always has surprises in store.
Main Destination: Central Serengeti
Accommodation: Sound of Silence Tented Camp – Central Serengeti
Meals & Drinks: All meals included (water provided; other drinks extra)
Your Serengeti adventure continues as your guide explores more hidden wildlife spots. Later, you’ll retrace your path toward Arusha, passing through Ngorongoro’s dramatic landscapes—don’t forget to keep watch for baboons, elephants, and buffalo along the way.
Main Destination: Serengeti → Arusha
Accommodation: Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge – Luxury lodge near Arusha
Meals & Drinks: All meals included (water provided; other drinks extra)
After breakfast, we’ll transfer you to the airport for your onward journey. For international flights, departures are arranged 4 hours in advance; for domestic, 3 hours. If you need a late check-out, simply let us know in advance.
Main Destination: —
Accommodation: None (end of tour)
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast included (lunch & dinner not included)
Costing
Included in the Price
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with a professional driver–guide
- All park entrance fees and conservation fees
- Game drives as per the itinerary
- All airport transfers (arrival & departure)
- Accommodation as mentioned in the itinerary (luxury lodges & tented camps)
- Meals as specified:
- Day 1: Dinner
- Day 2–6: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 7: Breakfast
- Drinking water during game drives
- Government taxes & levies
Not Included in the Price
- International flights & visas
- Travel insurance (highly recommended)
- Optional activities (balloon safari, cultural tours, etc.)
- Tips & gratuities for guide, driver, and lodge staff
- Additional meals & drinks not specified in the itinerary
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, laundry, phone, etc.)
- Accommodation before or after the safari (unless requested)