5-Day Serengeti & Ngorongoro Mid-Range Safari

5-Day Serengeti & Ngorongoro Mid-Range Safari

Embark on an unforgettable 5-day mid-range safari that takes you deep into two of Tanzania’s most celebrated wildlife areas — the Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. Your journey begins in Arusha, Tanzania’s safari hub, with a cultural city tour before heading out for three days of thrilling game drives and Big Five encounters. This safari is perfect for couples, families, or small groups seeking comfort, immersive experiences, and incredible wildlife viewing at great value.

Itinerary Summary

Day 1
Arrival and City Tour in Arusha
Day 2
Journey from Arusha to Serengeti National Park via Ngorongoro
Day 3
Full Morning Game Drive in Serengeti and Transfer to Ngorongoro
Day 4
Full-Day Ngorongoro Crater Excursion
Day 5
Departure from Arusha

Price Rates

2 persons
4 persons
6+ persons
$1628.00
$1485.00
$1375.00

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Day 1
Arrival and City Tour in Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be warmly welcomed by your safari guide and transferred to the Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa in Arusha. Arusha is Tanzania’s safari capital and a lively city nestled at the base of Mount Meru. After settling in, enjoy an afternoon city tour where you can explore bustling local markets, including the Maasai Market, famous for colorful crafts and jewelry. You will also visit the Arusha Cultural Heritage Centre and the Arusha City Museum to get a deeper understanding of the diverse Tanzanian cultures. This relaxed day serves as a perfect introduction to Tanzania before your safari adventure begins. Dinner will be served at the hotel.

Meals Plan:

Lunch, Dinner
Arusha-Clock-Tower

Accommodations:

Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa

Day 2
Journey from Arusha to Serengeti National Park via Ngorongoro

Following an early breakfast, depart from Arusha around 7:15 AM for the approximately eight-hour scenic drive to Serengeti National Park. Along the way, you will pass through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and stop briefly at the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater for breathtaking views. An optional stop is offered at a Maasai village, where you can learn about the Maasai tribe’s rich traditions and unique way of life, including their historic lion hunting customs and cultural practices. Upon arrival in Serengeti, embark on a late afternoon game drive in the Seronera area — the heart of the park — home to abundant wildlife such as lions, elephants, cheetahs, and large herds of wildebeest and zebra. Enjoy the magical African sunset as you watch the animals in their natural habitat before retiring to the Safari Haven Serengeti Camp for dinner and overnight.

Meals Plan:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodations:

Safari Haven Serengeti Camp

Day 3
Full Morning Game Drive in Serengeti and Transfer to Ngorongoro

Start your day early with a morning game drive at 6:30 AM to maximize wildlife viewing, especially predator sightings and other active animals at dawn. The Serengeti’s vast ecosystem offers opportunities to see the Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino), along with numerous other species like hyenas, giraffes, and antelopes. After returning to camp for lunch and packing, you will begin your journey toward the Ngorongoro area. En route, enjoy additional game viewing as you exit the Serengeti, then arrive at the Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge, perched near the crater rim with spectacular views of the caldera below. Dinner and overnight are at the lodge.

Meals Plan:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodations:

Ngorongoro Serena Lodge

Day 4
Full-Day Ngorongoro Crater Excursion

After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater at approximately 6:15 AM for a full day of game viewing in one of Africa’s most famous natural wonders. The crater floor is a unique and protected ecosystem supporting an extraordinary concentration of wildlife, including the rare black rhinoceros, lions, elephants, buffalo, zebras, and wildebeests. Birdlife is also rich, with flamingos often seen near the crater’s soda lakes. You will enjoy a picnic lunch amidst this stunning scenery. Following the afternoon game drive, ascend the crater rim and return to Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa in Arusha for dinner and your final overnight stay.

Meals Plan:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodations:

Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa

Day 5
Departure from Arusha

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel before your guide transfers you to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight. This marks the conclusion of your unforgettable safari adventure in Tanzania.

Meals Plan:

Breakfast, Lunch
Kilimanjaro_Airport

Accommodations:

Lemala Ngorongoro Camp

Included

Park fees (for non-residents)

Professional driver/guide

Accommodation as specified (unless upgrades chosen)

All activities and game drives (unless labeled optional)

All transportation during the safari

Meals as specified in the daily itinerary

Roundtrip airport transfers

Taxes/VAT

Drinks specified (drinking water, beer, and wine where noted)

Excluded

International flights (to/from your home country)

Personal expenses such as souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees

Accommodation before or after the safari (unless arranged separately

Tips (recommended US$25 per person per day)

Any government-imposed increases in taxes or park fees

Some meals not included as specified in the itinerary

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