Accommodation: Mid-range lodges & tented camps
Transport: 4x4 Safari Jeep with private guide
Meals: Full board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Safari Overview
This 5-day private safari takes you through the wildlife-rich Tarangire National Park and the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater. Experience the Big Five, vast herds of elephants and wildebeest, and breathtaking landscapes. With a private guide, enjoy personalized game drives and flexible schedules, making it perfect for families, couples, or small groups seeking an intimate Tanzanian safari adventure.
Day 1 — Arrival in Arusha
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and meet your private safari guide. Transfer to your lodge in Arusha for a welcome dinner and safari briefing. Relax and prepare for the adventure ahead.
- Airport transfer to lodge
- Welcome dinner with briefing
- Optional evening stroll or market visit
Day 2 — Tarangire National Park
Depart Arusha in the morning and head to Tarangire National Park, famous for large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives, spotting lions, giraffes, zebras, and buffalo. Lunch can be a picnic inside the park.
- Morning transfer to Tarangire
- Full-day game drives with private guide
- Picnic lunch amidst wildlife
- Evening check-in at lodge
Day 3 — Tarangire to Ngorongoro Crater
Drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area through scenic landscapes and the Ngorongoro Highlands. Descend into the crater for a half-day game drive to spot rhinos, lions, elephants, and flamingos. Return to the rim lodge for a comfortable overnight with stunning views of the crater.
- Drive to Ngorongoro Crater
- Half-day game drive inside the crater
- Picnic lunch in the crater
- Check-in at Ngorongoro Rim Lodge
Day 4 — Full Day at Ngorongoro Crater & Cultural Visit
Spend a full day exploring the Ngorongoro Crater floor with morning and afternoon game drives. In the late afternoon, visit a nearby Maasai village to learn about local culture and traditions.
- Morning game drive in crater
- Lunch at scenic picnic site
- Afternoon game drive / cultural visit to Maasai village
- Return to lodge for dinner
Day 5 — Ngorongoro to Arusha & Departure
After breakfast, drive back to Arusha with optional stops for souvenirs or scenic photos. Arrive in Arusha in time for airport transfer or onward travel, concluding your private Tanzanian safari.
- Breakfast at lodge
- Scenic drive back to Arusha
- Optional souvenir shopping en route
- Airport drop-off or transfer to hotel
Inclusions
- Mid-range lodges & tented camps as specified
- All park fees & conservation charges
- Private 4x4 Safari Jeep with experienced guide
- All meals as per itinerary
- Bottled water during game drives
- Airport transfers in Arusha
Exclusions
- International flights & visas
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guides and drivers
- Optional activities not mentioned in itinerary
- Drinks, souvenirs, and personal expenses