5 Day Tanzania Safari: Iconic Wildlife Adventure

Q: When is the best time to go on this 5-day safari?

Tanzania offers exceptional year-round wildlife viewing. The dry season (June to October) is ideal for spotting large animal concentrations around rivers and waterholes. The green season (November to May) brings lush landscapes, migratory birds, newborn animals, and fewer crowds.

Q: Is this safari suitable for families with children?

Yes, this tour is great for families, couples, and travelers with limited time. However, keep in mind that Day 1 and Day 2 involve early morning starts and long travel hours in a 4×4 safari vehicle.

Q: What are the baggage rules for safari vehicles and domestic flights?

Please pack in soft-sided duffel bags rather than hard-shell suitcases, as soft bags fit much better into custom 4×4 safari vehicles and light aircraft. If your itinerary includes a domestic flight, the strict baggage allowance is typically 15 kg (33 lbs) per person, including carry-on luggage.

Q: What should I wear during the game drives?

Wear comfortable, lightweight clothing in neutral/earthy tones (khaki, beige, green). Bring a warm sweater or jacket for early mornings and evenings, especially near Ngorongoro, as temperatures can drop significantly. Sun protection (sunglasses, hat, sunscreen) is also essential.

Q: What meals are included?

Day 1 includes lunch and dinner, while Day 2 includes breakfast and lunch. Bottled drinking water and soft drinks are provided in the safari vehicle throughout the game drives.

Q: How much should I tip the safari guide?

Tipping is customary in Tanzania. The general recommended tipping guideline is $20.00 USD per person per day for your safari driver/guide.

Q: What about internet access?

Yes. The Internet can be accessed in most places. Sometimes, there might be some technical problems. The Internet in Nepal is not as fast as you are used to and at times you can just lose connection.

Q: How much should I tip the safari guide and lodge staff?

Tipping is discretionary but greatly appreciated in the safari industry. As a general guide, we recommend tipping your driver/guide $15 to $20 USD per day per group/vehicle, and $5 to $10 USD per day for general lodge/camp staff.

Transportation
Alpherd | Landcruiser
Accomodation
3 Star Hotel
Language
English

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5 Day Tanzania Safari: Iconic Wildlife Adventure

Explore the best of Tanzania’s iconic wildlife on this immersive 5-day safari across three legendary destinations. You will journey from the ancient baobabs and massive elephant herds of Tarangire National Park. Your adventure continues through the endless plains of Serengeti National Park, home to vast predator populations and migrating herds, before culminating in a descent into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater to search for the Big Five.

Guided by an expert English-speaking driver, you will travel in a private 4×4 safari vehicle equipped with pop-up roofs, power sockets, filtered water, and guaranteed window seats.

Trip Highlights

Experience Tarangire / Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater in one seamless trip.
Discover towering baobabs and huge elephant families along the Tarangire River.
Spot rare tree-climbing lions and flamingo-lined shores at Lake Manyara.
Explore endless savannahs packed with big cats, wildebeest, and abundant wildlife.
Expert guide, park fees, airport transfers, and all meals covered.
Spot the Big Five, including the endangered black rhino, inside a unique volcanic caldera.
Stay in handpicked tented camps and lodges with all meals, park fees, and permits included.

Day 1 :

Drive to Lake Manyara or Tarangire & Afternoon Game Drive

Your guide will pick you up from your lodge to begin your safari with a packed picnic lunch. Depending on your chosen route, you will head to Lake Manyara National Park beneath the Rift Valley escarpment to search for tree-climbing lions, baboons, and thousands of flamingos along the soda lake. Alternatively, you will drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its massive elephant herds and towering baobab trees. After an exciting afternoon game drive, you will transfer to your lodge for dinner and rest.

Meals Included: Lunch & Dinner
Budget/Mid-Range Accommodation: Kudu Lodge
Mid-Range Accommodation: Pembeni Rhotia (Karatu)
Luxury Accommodation: Plantation Lodge

Day 2 :

Scenic Drive to Serengeti National Park & Afternoon Game Drive

After breakfast, you will enjoy a scenic 3- to 4-hour drive to Serengeti National Park, the land of "endless plains." Upon arrival, you will embark on an afternoon game drive searching for big cats, including lions, leopards, and cheetahs, along with migrating herds of wildebeest and zebras. In the evening, you will head to your tented camp or lodge for dinner and a night under the stars.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Mid-Range Accommodation: Kananga Special Tented Camp
Mid-Range/Luxury Accommodation: Serengeti Tortilis Camp
Luxury Accommodation: Kubu Kubu Tented Camp

Day 3 :

Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti National Park

You will spend a full day exploring the vast Serengeti ecosystem. You will drive past acacia trees, rocky kopjes, and winding rivers while tracking predators and grazing animals. You will stop for lunch at the Visitor’s Center before continuing your search for unique species like bat-eared foxes, hyraxes, mongooses, and rich birdlife. You will return to your camp in the late afternoon for dinner and rest.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Mid-Range Accommodation: Kananga Special Tented Camp
Mid-Range/Luxury Accommodation: Serengeti Tortilis Camp
Luxury Accommodation: Kubu Kubu Tented Camp

Day 4 :

Serengeti Game Drive to Ngorongoro Crater Rim

You will enjoy a morning game drive through the Serengeti as you journey toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, you have the option to visit Olduvai Gorge to learn about early human history or visit an authentic Maasai village to experience traditional family life, music, and crafts. By late afternoon, you will arrive at your lodge perched on the crater rim for dinner and panoramic views.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Budget/Mid-Range Accommodation: Rhino Lodge
Mid-Range Accommodation: Ang’ata Ngorongoro Camp
Mid-Range/Luxury Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Lodge

Day 5 :

Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive & Return to Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport

After breakfast, you will descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. You will explore a dense sanctuary home to over 20,000 large animals, including hippos, elephants, lions, and Tanzania's rare black rhino. After a scenic picnic lunch near the hippo pool, your guide will drive you back to Arusha or Moshi, or drop you directly at Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight.

Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: None (Ends in Arusha/Moshi/Airport)

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When is the best time to go on this 5-day safari?

Is this safari suitable for families with children?

What are the baggage rules for safari vehicles and domestic flights?

What should I wear during the game drives?

What meals are included?

How much should I tip the safari guide?

What about internet access?

How much should I tip the safari guide and lodge staff?

5 Day Tanzania Safari: Iconic Wildlife Adventure

5 Day Tanzania Safari: Iconic Wildlife Adventure

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5 Day Tanzania Safari: Iconic Wildlife Adventure

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What's Included

Trip Cost Includes

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