Overview
Five days gives you the full arc of the northern circuit: Tarangire’s elephant herds and ancient baobabs, two unhurried days across the Serengeti’s central plains, and a finishing morning inside Ngorongoro Crater. It’s the itinerary length most first-time travellers settle on โ long enough to feel unrushed, short enough to fit most holiday schedules.
Trip Highlights
- Private driver-guide and flexible pacing
- Wildlife, landscapes and local encounters
- Thoughtful lodges and camps along the route
- Direct local support throughout your journey
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1Arusha to Tarangire+
Drive to Tarangire National Park for an afternoon game drive among its famous elephant herds and baobab trees.
Day 2Tarangire to the Serengeti+
Continue west through the Ngorongoro highlands and down into the Serengeti, game viewing along the way.
Day 3Full Day in the Serengeti+
A full day of game drives across the central Serengeti, tracking predators around the Seronera Valley.
Day 4Serengeti to Ngorongoro+
Drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, stopping at the Olduvai Gorge viewpoint en route.
Day 5Ngorongoro Crater & Return to Arusha+
A morning game drive on the crater floor, then the drive back to Arusha.
Safari Pricing
From $1,650 โ request a tailored quote โ
What's Included
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof and charging ports
- English-speaking professional driver-guide throughout
- All park entry and conservation fees
- Accommodation as listed in the itinerary
- Meals as specified (full board on safari)
- Bottled water during game drives
- Airport and hotel transfers on arrival and departure
- International and domestic flights (unless noted)
- Tanzania visa fees
- Travel and medical insurance
- Tips and gratuities for guides and camp staff
- Alcoholic and premium beverages
- Optional activities such as hot air balloon safaris
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
Route Map
Your Route ยท Tanzania
- Start Tarangire National Park โ Elephant herds & baobabs
- Serengeti National Park โ Two full days, central plains
- End Ngorongoro Crater โ Crater floor game drive
