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5 Days Tanzania Safari Itinerary – Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Lake Manyara
This 5 Days Tanzania Safari offers the perfect introduction to Tanzania’s most iconic national parks. Over five unforgettable days, you will explore the elephant paradise of Tarangire National Park, spend two full days in the legendary Serengeti National Park, descend into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, and finish at the diverse and scenic Lake Manyara National Park.
Expect to see incredible landscapes, abundant wildlife, and the chance to spot the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, rhino). With two nights in the Serengeti, this itinerary gives you more time to witness the spectacular Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal) and predator action.
Tour Highlights – 5 Days Tanzania Safari
Explore Tarangire National Park, famous for elephants and baobab trees.
Two nights in the Serengeti, home to lions, cheetahs, leopards, and the Great Migration.
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, one of the best places in the world to see the Big Five.
Visit Lake Manyara National Park, known for tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and hippos.
Scenic drives across Tanzania’s most beautiful landscapes.
Accommodation in handpicked lodges or tented camps with upgrade options.
Jones Africa Safaris
We are proud to be Tanzanian tour operator, dedicated to showing you the heart of our beautiful country. At Jones Africa Safaris, every trip is more than just a holiday — it’s a story you’ll carry forever. Come as a traveler, leave as family. With Jones Africa Safaris, every step of your adventure is guided with care, warmth, and genuine Tanzanian hospitality.
Detailed 5 Days Tanzania Safari Itinerary
Day 1: Arusha → Tarangire National Park
Your safari begins with a drive from Arusha to Tarangire National Park. The park is known for its huge elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and varied wildlife. Enjoy game drives through the savannah and along the Tarangire River, where animals gather during the dry season.
Dinner and overnight at a lodge or tented camp near Karatu or Lake Manyara.
Day 2: Tarangire → Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, continue your journey towards the world-famous Serengeti National Park, crossing the Ngorongoro highlands along the way. Upon entering the Serengeti, you’ll experience your first game drive across the endless plains, home to predators, grazing herds, and seasonal migration movements.
Dinner and overnight at a lodge or camp inside the Serengeti.
Day 3: Full Day in Serengeti National Park
Spend a full day exploring the Serengeti, with morning and afternoon game drives. This gives you more time to witness predators in action and follow wildlife across different regions of the park. Depending on the season, you may witness the Great Migration, one of the most spectacular wildlife events on Earth.
Dinner and overnight at your Serengeti lodge/camp.
Day 4: Serengeti → Ngorongoro Crater
Enjoy another game drive in the Serengeti before departing towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Later, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, where you’ll find one of the highest concentrations of wildlife in Africa. The crater floor is home to lions, elephants, zebras, buffalo, hippos, flamingos, and the rare black rhino.
Dinner and overnight at a lodge or tented camp on the crater rim or nearby highlands.
Day 5: Lake Manyara National Park → Arusha
On the final day, visit Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its lush forests, soda lake filled with flamingos, hippos, baboons, and its unique tree-climbing lions. After a rewarding game drive, enjoy a picnic lunch before returning to Arusha, marking the end of your 5-day safari adventure.
Frequently Asked Questions – 5 Days Tanzania Safari
1. Is 5 days enough for a safari in Tanzania?
Yes, this 5-day safari covers Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Lake Manyara – giving you a complete safari experience in just under a week.
2. When is the best time to do this safari?
This safari runs year-round. The Great Migration is best seen in Serengeti from December–July, while July–October offers thrilling river crossings.
3. What type of accommodation is provided?
Mid-range lodges/tented camps are included. Luxury upgrades and budget options are available on request.
4. Can I customize this itinerary?
Yes. The safari can be extended with extra days in the Serengeti or Zanzibar beach holiday extensions.
5. What animals will I see?
You can expect to see elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, buffalo, wildebeests, zebras, flamingos, and possibly the rare black rhino in Ngorongoro.
✨ This 5 Days Tanzania Safari Itinerary is ideal for travelers who want to explore all of Northern Tanzania’s highlights in one journey. From the elephant herds of Tarangire to the lions of Serengeti, the black rhinos of Ngorongoro, and the flamingos of Lake Manyara, this safari is packed with incredible wildlife encounters.
Important
Tour Inclusions and Exclusions
âś… Inclusions
✔️ Accommodation during the tour (lodges, camps, hotels, or tents as per itinerary)
✔️ Meals as specified (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
✔️ Professional English-speaking guide/driver
✔️ 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof for game viewing
✔️ National park fees & government taxes
✔️ Unlimited bottled drinking water during safari/trekking
✔️ Airport transfers (arrival & departure as per itinerary)
✔️ Rescue fees & trekking support crew (for mountain treks)
✔️ Domestic transfers (by road or internal flight where mentioned)
❌ Exclusions
✖️ International flights to/from Tanzania
✖️ Tanzania visa fees & travel insurance
✖️ Tips & gratuities for guides, porters, and staff
✖️ Optional activities not mentioned (e.g., hot-air balloon, scuba diving)
✖️ Alcoholic & soft drinks (unless specified)
✖️ Personal expenses (souvenirs, laundry, phone, etc.)
✖️ Sleeping bags & trekking gear rental (for mountain tours)
✖️ Vaccinations & medical expenses
✖️ Early check-in/late check-out at hotels
✖️ Anything not listed under Inclusions
