5-Day Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari
Best for: Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo), large predator-prey interactions, and breathtaking landscapes.
Overview of 4-Day Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari
Experience the ultimate 5-day wildlife adventure through Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater, two of Africa’s most iconic safari destinations. Witness the Big Five (Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Buffalo, Rhino), the Great Migration (seasonal), and breathtaking landscapes in one unforgettable journey.
4-Day Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari – Unforgettable Tanzania Wildlife Adventure
5 Days
4 Nights
$1480
Per person
Departure
Daily departures from Arusha or Moshi
Tour Highlights
- Game Drives in the Endless Plains
- Big Five Sightings
- The Great Migration (Seasonal)
- Sunset & Sunrise Safari Experience
- Hippos & Crocodiles at the Grumeti River
- Luxury or Budget Camping
- Expert Safari Guides
TOUR ITINERARY
Itinerary – 5-Day Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari
DAY 1
Arusha/Moshi to Serengeti National Park
7:00 AM – Pick-Up & Drive to Serengeti
Depart from Arusha or Moshi for a 6-hour scenic drive to Serengeti National Park.
Pass through the Great Rift Valley and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, stopping for photos.
1:00 PM – Lunch & Afternoon Game Drive in Serengeti
Enjoy a picnic lunch at the Serengeti entrance.
Begin your first game drive in the vast Serengeti plains, home to lions, cheetahs, zebras, wildebeest, giraffes & more.
Witness the incredible wildlife interactions and breathtaking scenery.
6:30 PM – Dinner & Overnight Stay in Serengeti
- Relax at your selected lodge or tented camp, surrounded by the sounds of the wild.
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Luxury: Four Seasons Serengeti / Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Mid-Range: Serengeti Heritage Tented Camp / Kati Kati Tented Camp
Budget Camping: Seronera Public Campsite
DAY 2
Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti National Park
6:00 AM – Sunrise Safari Game Drive
Start the day with an early morning safari, the best time to see predators hunting.
Spot lions, cheetahs, leopards, hyenas, and herds of wildebeest & zebras.
9:00 AM – Bush Breakfast & Mid-Morning Safari
Enjoy breakfast in the wild, then continue exploring Serengeti’s vast plains.
Visit hippo pools, kopjes (rock formations), and seasonal migration crossings.
1:00 PM – Lunch at the Lodge or Picnic in the Bush & Afternoon Game Drive & Return to Camp at 3:00 PM
Enjoy a packed lunch in the savannah, then continue your exploration.
Watch large elephant herds, antelopes, hippos, and thousands of migrating wildebeest.
Continue exploring different Serengeti ecosystems, from open plains to riverine forests.
Witness the Great Migration (seasonal) and other wildlife spectacle
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Luxury: Melia Serengeti Lodge / Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge
Mid-Range: Serengeti Tortilis Camp / Serengeti Sound of Silence
Budget Camping: Seronera Campsite
DAY 3
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
7:00 AM – Morning Game Drive & Exit Serengeti
Another early game drive, increasing chances of seeing rare predators and migrating herds.
Breakfast in the bush before driving to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
12:30 PM – Lunch En Route & Maasai Village Visit (Optional)
Enjoy lunch while admiring the Ngorongoro highlands.
Optional cultural visit to a Maasai village to learn about their traditions.
- 4:00 PM – Arrival at the Ngorongoro Crater Rim where you can Settle into your lodge with stunning views of the crater below.
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Luxury: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge / The Highlands Ngorongoro
Mid-Range: Rhino Lodge / Ngorongoro Wildlife Lodge
Budget Camping: Simba Public Campsite
DAY 4
Full-Day Safari in Ngorongoro Crater
6:00 AM – Early Morning Descent into the Crater
Drive 600 meters down into the world’s largest unbroken volcanic caldera.
Encounter black rhinos, big cats, massive herds of wildebeests and buffalos.
10:00 AM – Extensive Game Drive in the Crater
Explore diverse ecosystems, from savannah plains to acacia woodlands and lakes.
Watch hippos in pools, flamingos in alkaline lakes, and elephants in the forests.
12:30 PM – Picnic Lunch at a Scenic Spot & Ascend the Crater & Return to Karatu at 3:00 PM
Enjoy lunch beside a hippo-filled lake in the crater floor.
- After a spectacular day, drive to Karatu for an overnight stay.
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
End of the tour, Your Accommodation in Arusha/Moshi
Luxury: Kitela Lodge / Gibb’s Farm
Mid-Range: Bougainvillea Safari Lodge / Eileen’s Trees Inn
Budget Camping: Fanaka Campsite
DAY 5
Return to Arusha/Moshi
8:00 AM – Relaxed Breakfast & Return Journey
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before heading back to Arusha or Moshi.
Optional stop at a local market or cultural site before drop-off.
12:00 PM – Arrival in Arusha/Moshi
- Drop-off at your hotel or airport for onward travel.
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
End of the tour, Your Accommodation in Arusha/Moshi.
TOUR GALLERY
What to Bring for an Exceptional Experience
To ensure a comfortable and memorable safari, we recommend bringing:
Comfortable Clothing
Light, breathable clothes (neutral colors recommended).
Sunglasses & Hat
To protect from the sun.
Sunscreen & Insect Repellent
For sun protection and mosquito bites.
Camera & Extra Batteries
Capture unforgettable safari moments.
Light Jacket or Sweater
Mornings and evenings can be chilly.
Personal Medications
Any necessary prescriptions or essentials.
Binoculars
Enhance your wildlife viewing experience.
INCLUSIONS
- Professional English-speaking safari guide.
- 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for wildlife viewing.
- Park entry fees.
- Delicious picnic lunch inside the park.
- Unlimited mineral water throughout the safari.
- Pick-up & drop-off in Arusha or Moshi
- Government taxes & conservation fees.
EXCLUSIONS
- Alcoholic & soft drinks.
- Personal travel insurance.
- Tips for guides & drivers.
- Optional Maasai village visit ($20 per person).
- Optional hot air balloon safari in Serengeti ($600 per person)
- Any personal expenses & souvenirs.
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