5 Days Tarangire, Manyara & Ngorongoro Safari

Duration 5 Days / 4 Nights

Destinations Arusha • Tarangire • Lake Manyara • Ngorongoro Crater

Safari Type Private • Lodge / Tented Camp Safari

Starting Point Arusha, Tanzania

Safari Highlights

See large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees in Tarangire.
Search for tree-climbing lions and flamingos at Lake Manyara.
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for Big Five game viewing in a unique caldera.
Private vehicle, flexible pacing, and handpicked lodges/tented camps.
Ideal short safari for first-time visitors or those combining with Zanzibar.

🗓️ Itinerary Overview

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Meet & greet at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your Arusha hotel. Safari briefing and time to relax.
Overnight: Arusha

Day 2: Arusha → Tarangire National Park

Drive to Tarangire (about 2.5–3 hrs). Game drive among elephants, giraffes, buffalo, and big cats. Picnic lunch in the park; late afternoon drive to your lodge in the Tarangire/Manyara area.
Meals: B, L, D — Overnight: Tarangire/Manyara area

Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park → Karatu

Morning game drive in Lake Manyara. Look for tree-climbing lions, hippos, and birdlife along the lakeshore. Visit the hot springs or forest boardwalk (time permitting). Continue to Karatu (Ngorongoro highlands) for the night.
Meals: B, L, D — Overnight: Karatu

Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive → Karatu/Arusha

Early breakfast, then descend 600 m into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. High chance to spot lions, hyenas, elephants, and (with luck) black rhino. Picnic at the hippo pool. In the afternoon, return to Karatu or continue to Arusha depending on your preference.
Meals: B, L, D — Overnight: Karatu or Arusha

Day 5: Arusha – Departure

Leisurely breakfast. Optional Arusha city tour or cultural stop (time permitting). Transfer to the airport for your onward flight or Zanzibar extension.
Meals: B (L if time allows)