5-Day Wonders of Serengeti & Wildlife Luxury Safari

5-Day Wonders of Serengeti & Wildlife Luxury Safari

Discover the breathtaking wonders of Tanzania’s wild north in this 5-day luxury safari designed for those who seek both adventure and elegance. From the baobab-dotted landscapes of Tarangire to the predator-rich plains of the Serengeti, and finally the majestic depths of the Ngorongoro Crater, this journey takes you deep into the heart of Africa’s most iconic wildlife regions—while you stay in some of the finest lodges and tented camps in the country.

Your personal safari guide ensures every game drive is intimate, insightful, and tailored to your pace. Expect up-close encounters with elephants, lions, leopards, and even the rare black rhino, all in diverse and stunning settings. With luxurious accommodations, warm hospitality, and scenic stops along the way, this is the perfect blend of wild freedom and refined comfort.

Ideal for couples, families, or small groups, this is more than a safari—it’s five days of natural wonder wrapped in luxury.

Itinerary Summary

Day 1
Arrival in Arusha – Welcome to Tanzania
Day 2
Tarangire National Park – Baobabs & Elephants
Day 3
Central Serengeti – Big Cats Territory
Day 4
Serengeti → Ngorongoro Crater – Highland Views
Day 5
Ngorongoro Crater Safari – Return to Arusha

Price Rates

2 persons
4 persons
6+ persons
$5250.00
$4650.00
$4300.00

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Tour
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Day 1
Arrival in Arusha – Welcome to Tanzania

Welcome to Tanzania! Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), your dedicated Golden Trips Tanzania guide will meet you and transfer you to your luxury lodge in Arusha.

Relax in the lush gardens, enjoy a drink by the pool, and get ready for your adventure. In the evening, your safari guide will brief you on the journey ahead.

Meals Plan:

Lunch, Dinner
aerial view of the city of Arusha, Tanzania

Accommodations:

Gran Meliá Arusha

Day 2
Tarangire National Park – Baobabs & Elephants

After breakfast, drive (~2 hrs) to Tarangire National Park, a peaceful park known for its giant baobab trees, huge herds of elephants, and rich biodiversity.

Explore the riverbanks, grasslands, and swamps where predators and herbivores mingle freely. You’ll likely see giraffes, lions, buffaloes, impalas, and possibly leopards.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in a scenic spot before continuing the game drive. In the afternoon, drive to the lodge in Karatu near Ngorongoro.

Meals Plan:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
tarangire-national-park-2

Accommodations:

Elewana Tarangire Treetops

Day 3
Central Serengeti – Big Cats Territory

Early breakfast and then drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area into Serengeti National Park, entering through Naabi Hill Gate.

Spend the afternoon in Central Serengeti (Seronera) — the heart of the park and home to the highest concentration of big cats in Africa.

Game drive en route, watching for lions on kopjes, leopards in trees, and herds of zebra and wildebeest on the plains.

Meals Plan:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Accommodations:

Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge

Day 4
Serengeti → Ngorongoro Crater – Highland Views

Enjoy a final morning safari in Serengeti with a chance to spot hyenas, cheetahs, and even rhinos if lucky.

After brunch or picnic lunch, begin the scenic drive back toward the Ngorongoro Highlands, with game viewing along the way.

Arrive at your luxury lodge on the rim of the crater or nearby for a quiet evening, fresh air, and stunning highland views.

Meals Plan:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
ngorongoro-crater-floor-teaming-with-game

Accommodations:

Neptune Ngorongoro Luxury Lodge

Day 5
Ngorongoro Crater Safari – Return to Arusha

Today you descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater, often called the Eighth Wonder of the World. This UNESCO World Heritage Site hosts Africa’s densest population of large animals.
During your half-day crater game drive, expect to see:
• Black rhinos (very rare elsewhere)
• Lions, elephants, buffaloes
• Hippos in pools and flamingos on alkaline lakes
• Wildebeest, gazelles, zebras, hyenas, jackals
After a picnic lunch by a hippo pool, you’ll drive back to Arusha (approx. 4 hrs) or transfer directly to the airport for your departure flight.

Meals Plan:

Breakfast, Lunch
Zebra in Ngorongoro Crater

Included

Private use of luxury safari jeep with professional guide

All park fees & crater entry fees

4 nights in luxury lodges/camps (full board)

All meals as listed (B, L, D)

Bottled water and soft drinks in the vehicle

Airport transfers (arrival and departure)

Government taxes and service charges

Excluded

International flights

Tanzania entry visa

Tips to driver/guide ($10–20 per day per group recommended)

Hot air balloon safari (optional)

Alcoholic drinks, laundry, personal items

Travel insurance

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