5-Day Northern Tanzania Safari
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5-Day Northern Tanzania Safari

5 Days / 4 Nights Arusha, Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Lake Manyara

Safari Overview

Discover four highlights of Tanzania's northern circuit: Tarangire's elephants and baobabs, the Serengeti's predator-filled plains, Ngorongoro Crater's wildlife-rich caldera, and Lake Manyara's flamingo-lined shores and tree-climbing lions. This shared group safari combines game drives with lodge and campsite stays, departing from Arusha.

Highlights

  • Elephant herds, baobabs, Tarangire River and 500+ bird species
  • Seasonal migration, predators and Seronera Valley
  • Black rhino, Big Five, caldera views, flamingos and hippos
  • Tree-climbing lions, 400+ bird species and Rift Valley views at Lake Manyara
  • Shared group departure from Arusha

Day-by-Day Itinerary

1

Arusha → Tarangire → Fig Tree Lodge

07:00 – Hotel pick-up in Arusha; depart for Tarangire National Park. 09:00 – Arrive at Tarangire Gate; park entry formalities. 09:30–13:00 – Morning game drive: elephants, baobabs, lions, giraffes, zebras and birdlife. 13:00–14:00 – Picnic lunch at a scenic site inside the park. 14:00–16:30 – Afternoon game drive along the Tarangire River. 17:00 – Exit the park and drive to Fig Tree Lodge. 18:00 – Arrive, check in, dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodation

Fig Tree Lodge

Meals

Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner

2

Fig Tree Lodge → Serengeti → Seronera

06:00 – Breakfast at the lodge; depart for Serengeti National Park. 08:00 – Stop at Ngorongoro Crater rim for views. 10:00 – Continue through Ngorongoro Conservation Area toward Serengeti. 12:00 – Arrive at Naabi Hill / Serengeti Gate; entry formalities. 12:30–13:30 – Picnic lunch inside the park. 13:30–17:00 – Afternoon game drive: lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes and more. 17:30 – Arrive at Seronera Public Campsite; check in, dinner and overnight.

Accommodation

Seronera Public Campsite

Meals

Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner

3

Serengeti → Ngorongoro Simba Campsite

06:00 – Early morning game drive, often a good time for predator activity. 08:00 – Return to camp for breakfast. 09:00–11:30 – Final morning game drive in the Serengeti. 12:00 – Exit Serengeti; drive toward Ngorongoro Conservation Area. 13:00–14:00 – Picnic lunch en route. 15:00 – Arrive at Ngorongoro Simba Campsite; check in and relax. 18:00 – Dinner and overnight on the crater rim.

Accommodation

Ngorongoro Simba Campsite

Meals

Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner

4

Ngorongoro Crater → Fig Tree Lodge

06:00 – Early breakfast at campsite; descend into Ngorongoro Crater. 07:00–13:00 – Game drive: black rhino, lions, elephants, buffalo, hippos, flamingos and more. 13:00–14:00 – Picnic lunch at Ngoitokitok Springs picnic site. 14:00–16:00 – Afternoon game drive across crater floor. 16:30 – Ascend crater rim and drive to Fig Tree Lodge. 18:00 – Arrive, check in, dinner and overnight.

Accommodation

Fig Tree Lodge

Meals

Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner

5

Fig Tree Lodge → Lake Manyara → Arusha

07:00 – Breakfast at lodge; depart for Lake Manyara National Park. 08:30 – Arrive at Lake Manyara Gate; entry formalities. 09:00–13:00 – Game drive: tree-climbing lions, elephants, giraffes, baboons, flamingos and birdlife. 13:00–14:00 – Picnic lunch at a scenic site inside the park. 14:00–16:00 – Afternoon drive along lake shore and groundwater forest. 16:30 – Exit park and begin drive back to Arusha. 18:30 – Drop-off at your hotel in Arusha.

Accommodation

No accommodation

Meals

Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner

What's Included

  • All meals (breakfast, picnic lunch and dinner)
  • Park entry, concession and government fees
  • 4x4 safari jeep with pop-up roof
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • Bottled drinking water
  • Arusha hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Four nights: two at Fig Tree Lodge, one at Seronera Public Campsite and one at Ngorongoro Simba Campsite
  • Camping equipment: tents and sleeping mats

What's Excluded

  • Flights
  • Tips for guide and driver
  • Travel insurance
  • Visa fees
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks
  • Personal items, souvenirs and laundry
  • Sleeping bags (available to rent on request)