5-Day Joining-Tarangire Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Day 1Arusha to Tarangire National Park Arusha to Tarangire National Park Your safari adventure begins with an early morning departure from Arusha, heading to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Enjoy a full-day game drive as you explore the park’s diverse landscapes and spot wildlife including lions, giraffes, zebras, and a variety of birds. In the late afternoon, you will leave the park and head to Jua Manyara Lodge or Kizumba camp, where you will relax and spend the night surrounded by nature. Main Destination: Mto Wa Mbu (Town) Accommodation: Kizumba Camp Budget tented camp located in Mto wa Mbu (Town) Meals & Drinks: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Mto wa Mbu – Serengeti National Park

Day 2Mto wa Mbu – Serengeti National Park Mto wa Mbu – Serengeti National Park After breakfast, you will depart Mto wa Mbu and journey through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area on your way to the Serengeti, enjoying scenic views and wildlife sightings along the way. Upon arrival in Serengeti National Park, you will begin your first game drive in this world-famous wilderness. In the evening, settle in at Nyani Campsite in the heart of the Serengeti for a night under the stars. Main Destination: Serengeti National Park Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times) High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded) Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall) Wildlife in Serengeti NP ElephantCommon LionCommon CheetahCommon BuffaloAbundant ZebraAbundant WildebeestAbundant Show more GiraffeCommon HippoCommon HyenaCommon LeopardOccasional Black RhinoVery Rare Wild DogVery Rare White RhinoNone Accommodation: Budget camping Inside Serengeti NP Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full Day in Serengeti National Park

Day 3Full Day in Serengeti National Park Full Day in Serengeti National Park Spend the entire day exploring the vast plains of Serengeti, home to the Big Five and the incredible Great Migration (seasonal). With a packed lunch in hand, you will venture deep into the park in search of lions, leopards, elephants, and more. After an unforgettable day of wildlife viewing, return to Nyani Campsite for a second night in the wild. Main Destination: Serengeti National Park Accommodation: Budget camping Inside Serengeti NP Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Serengeti – Ngorongoro Highlands

Day 4Serengeti – Ngorongoro Highlands Serengeti – Ngorongoro Highlands Start the day with a final morning game drive in Serengeti as you make your way toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. This scenic transfer doubles as a wildlife viewing opportunity. By late afternoon, you will arrive at Simba B Campsite on the crater rim, where you will enjoy cool highland air and stunning views ahead of tomorrow’s crater adventure. Main Destination: Serengeti National Park Accommodation: Budget camping Inside Serengeti NP Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha

Day 5Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, often called Africa’s Eden for a half-day game drive in this natural wonder. With its dense wildlife population, it’s one of the best places to spot the Big Five in one day. After your crater tour, you will head back to Arusha, arriving in the late afternoon with memories to last a lifetime. Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best) High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds) Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none) Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater Black RhinoCommon LionCommon BuffaloAbundant ZebraAbundant WildebeestAbundant HyenaAbundant Show more ElephantCommon HippoCommon LeopardOccasional GiraffeNone White RhinoNone CheetahNone Wild DogNone Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included) End of tour (See Getting There for more details)End of tour (See Getting There for more details) Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport. Interested in This Tour? Request a Quote We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators (Learn why) Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly Next: Overview Next: Day by Day Next: Rates Next: Inclusions Next: Getting There