5 Day Serengeti and Ngorongoro Safari

The Serengeti and Ngorongoro Conservation Area, two of Tanzania’s most iconic landscapes, offer an unparalleled safari experience that immerses you in the heart of Africa’s wildlife kingdom. These vast and diverse ecosystems teem with life, from the Great Migration’s thundering herds of wildebeest to the resident predators that stalk the savanna. A Serengeti and Ngorongoro safari is more than just a trip; it’s a journey into a world where nature reigns supreme, a place where you can witness the drama of survival unfold before your eyes and create memories that will last a lifetime. Prepare to be captivated by the sheer magnitude of the Serengeti’s plains and awestruck by the unique biodiversity nestled within the Ngorongoro Crater, as we delve into what makes this safari adventure so unforgettable.

Serengeti Ngorongoro Safari

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    5-Day Mara River Crossing Safari Itinerary

    Day 1: Kilimanjaro International Airport – Arusha

    Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met by your private transfer driver for a quick meet and greet, then transfer to your first hotel in Arusha for check inn, dinner and overnight.

    Accommodation:

    Standard (Value for money): Planet Lodge Arusha or Similar – Half Board

    Gold (Luxurious): Rivertrees Country Inn or Similar – Half Board

    Platinum (Very Luxurious): Arusha Coffee Lodge or Similar – Half Board

    Platinum Plus: Legendary Lodge or Similar – Full Board

    Day 2: Arusha – Serengeti

    After early morning breakfast, at 0600hrs, adventure begins for you as you will drive towards the endless plains of the Serengeti with packed lunch, and afternoon game drive in the Serengeti. In the late evening, proceed to your camp for check in, dinner and overnight.

    Accommodation:

    Standard (Value for money): Embalakai Serengeti Authentic Camp or Similar – Full Board

    Gold (Luxurious): Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge or Similar – Full Board

    Platinum (Very Luxurious): Melia Serengeti Lodge or Similar – Full Board

    Platinum Plus: &Beyond Grumeti Serengeti River Lodge or Similar – Full Board

    Day 3: Serengeti

    After breakfast, today you will go on a morning game drive in the park, followed by lunch at the camp or lodge. Later on, proceed with afternoon game drive in the Serengeti until late evening when you will drive back to your camp for dinner and overnight.

    Today you will have an option of doing either hot air balloon safari or sundowner cocktail at an additional cost.

    Accommodation:

    Standard (Value for money): Embalakai serengeti authentic camp or similar – full board

    Gold (Luxurious): Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge or Similar – Full Board

    Platinum (Very Luxurious): Melia Serengeti Lodge or Similar – Full Board

    Platinum Plus: &Beyond Grumeti Serengeti River Lodge or Similar – Full Board

    Day 4: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater – Karatu

    After breakfast in your camp, drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area with packed lunch. On arrival, you will descend into the Ngorongoro crater floor, which is literally a caldera for full day crater tour with packed lunch. Later in the late evening, proceed to your camp or lodge for check in, dinner and overnight.

    Today you have an option of visiting Masai Village (Boma) for cultural experience at an extra cost.

    Accommodation:

    Standard (Value for money): Marera Valley Lodge or Similar – Full Board

    Gold (Luxurious): Acacia Farm Lodge or Similar – Full Board

    Platinum (Very Luxurious): The Manor at Ngorongoro or Similar – Full Board

    Platinum Plus: Melia Ngorongoro Lodge or Similar – Full Board

    Day 10: Ngorongoro – Kilimanjaro International Airport – Depart

    After breakfast, drive back to Arusha arriving in time for hot lunch at Cultural Heritage restaurant. Later, transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight back home.

    End of Serengeti and Ngorongoro Tour

    NOTE: We are not holding anything as per above itinerary. So, space is entirely subject to availability at the time of booking. In case any accommodation in the itinerary shall not be available, we shall look for a similar back up, and if there will be any cost implication, we shall let you know and the difference shall be passed onto you.

    We work with over 100 accommodations all over Tanzania, so we may look for an appropriate accommodation that suits your requirement and expectation.

    Inclusions:

      • Half board accommodation in Arusha.
      • Full Board accommodation while on safari.
      • Airport transfers as stated.
      • Safari briefing at the start.
      • All game drives in a custom built 4×4 safari vehicle with English speaking professional driver guide.
      • Excursions and scheduled activities as per the itinerary.
      • Park entrance fees throughout.
      • Membership to AMREF – Flying doctor’s medical evacuation.
      • 2 liters of water per person per day while in a safari vehicle.

    Exclusions:

      • International airfares.
      • International & domestic departure tax.
      • Entry visa into the Country.
      • All alcoholic & non-alcoholic drinks.
      • Laundry services&nbsp.
      • Meals & Excursions not described in the itinerary.
      • Any Optional Tours not mentioned in the itinerary.
      • Travel & Health Insurance.
      • Gratuities/tips to your guide, hotel staff and porters.
      • Any other item of a personal nature, such as; telephone, postage.
      • Holiday supplements applying in some accommodations during Christmas/New year and Easter.

    What to Pack:

    • Lightweight, neutral-colored clothing.

    • Sturdy walking shoes or boots.

    • Binoculars and a camera with extra batteries.

    • Sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses.

    • Insect repellent.

    • A light jacket for cooler mornings and evenings.

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