5-Day Midrange Group Sharing Safari

Arusha – Lake Manyara National Park

Day 1Arusha – Lake Manyara National Park Arusha – Lake Manyara National Park Your safari begins with an early morning departure from Arusha. You'll drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley to Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its lush forests, flamingo-lined lake, and tree-climbing lions. You'll enjoy a rewarding game drive with chances to see elephants, giraffes, hippos, and various birdlife. In the late afternoon, you'll head to your accommodation at Fanaka Campsite and Lodge in Mto wa Mbu — a vibrant town nestled at the park’s edge — for dinner and an overnight stay. Main Destination: Lake Manyara National Park Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals) High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded) Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall) Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP ElephantCommon GiraffeCommon BuffaloCommon ZebraCommon WildebeestCommon HippoCommon Show more LionOccasional HyenaOccasional LeopardRare Wild DogVery Rare White RhinoNone Black RhinoNone CheetahNone Accommodation: Fanaka Lodge Budget lodge located just outside Lake Manyara NP Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks

Mto wa Mbu – Serengeti National Park

Day 2Mto wa Mbu – Serengeti National Park Mto wa Mbu – Serengeti National Park After breakfast, you'll journey onward to the legendary Serengeti National Park, passing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, you'll take in the sweeping views and possibly spot wildlife even before entering the park. You'll enjoy a game drive en route to your tented camp, spotting large herds of wildebeest, zebras, lions, cheetahs, and possibly leopards in the endless plains of the Serengeti. This day offers your first taste of the park’s immense scale and density of wildlife. 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: Shuhudia Adventure Camp Mid-range tented bush camp located inside Central Serengeti NP Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks

Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti National Park

Day 3Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti National Park Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti National Park You'll wake up to the sounds of the African wilderness and set off on a full-day game drive across the Serengeti’s stunning landscapes. Depending on the season, you may witness the Great Migration — thousands of wildebeest and zebras moving in search of fresh grazing, often trailed by predators. Your guide will take you to key wildlife viewing areas, where you’ll have the chance to observe lions hunting, elephants roaming, and countless other animals in their natural habitat. You'll return to the camp for a hearty dinner and overnight stay under the stars. Main Destination: Serengeti National Park Accommodation: Ngorongoro Wild Camp Mid-range tented camp located inside Ngorongoro Highlands +18 Photos +17 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks

Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater

Day 4Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater After an early breakfast and one last morning game drive in the Serengeti, you’ll head toward Ngorongoro Conservation Area. You'll descend 600 meters into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best places in Africa to see the Big Five in one day. You'll explore the crater floor, a natural enclosure teeming with wildlife, including black rhinos, lions, elephants, hyenas, hippos, and flocks of flamingos on Lake Magadi. After your thrilling game drive, you'll ascend the crater rim and continue to your lodge in Mto Wa Mbu. 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: Fanaka Lodge Budget lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks

Tarangire National Park – Return to Arusha

Day 5Tarangire National Park – Return to Arusha Tarangire National Park – Return to Arusha Your final safari day takes you to the often-overlooked Tarangire National Park, known for its massive elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and rich diversity of wildlife. You'll enjoy a game drive along the Tarangire River where animals gather to drink, especially in the dry season. You'll spot giraffes, warthogs, lions, leopards, and over 500 bird species. After a rewarding morning, you'll begin your drive back to Arusha, arriving in the late afternoon. Main Destination: Tarangire National Park Best Time To Visit July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River) High Season June to October (The park is full of visitors) Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall) Wildlife in Tarangire NP ElephantAbundant GiraffeCommon LionCommon BuffaloAbundant ZebraAbundant WildebeestAbundant Show more HippoCommon HyenaOccasional LeopardRare CheetahRare Wild DogVery Rare White RhinoNone Black RhinoNone Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks 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 preferr