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5-Day Private Lodge Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater
🌍 Safari Overview
5 Days / 4 Nights
Duration
Private/custom group
Group Size
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Meals
June to October is the main dry-season window; January to February is another practical period for northern Tanzania.
Best Season
Private Safari
Tour Style
Private
Accommodation
This 5-day Tanzania safari follows a defined route through Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. The sequence of parks and areas gives the itinerary its character, while the day-by-day plan sets the pace for drives, stops and overnight stays.
The daily plan moves through Arusha – Tarangire National Park, Mto wa Mbu – Serengeti National Park, Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti National Park and the remaining scheduled stops.
The itinerary is arranged as a private departure, allowing the guide to manage driving time and stops around the agreed route. The published schedule should be checked against the requested travel dates before confirmation.
Overnight stays use the lodge or camp level shown in the package details, with the exact properties confirmed in the accommodation section. Group size, meal arrangements and included services should be reviewed together because they affect the practical cost of the route. Listed inclusions include All Park entrances & taxes, Accommodation during safari, All Meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner).
✨ Safari Highlights
Serengeti game drives
Drive across the Serengeti plains with time set aside for wildlife viewing.
Ngorongoro Crater
Descend into the crater for a concentrated wildlife drive and crater-floor views.
Tarangire landscapes
Explore Tarangire’s river corridor, baobabs and elephant country.
Private safari vehicle
Travel with a private guide and vehicle on the scheduled route.
📋 Day-by-Day Itinerary
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- Your safari adventure begins with an 8:30 AM pick-up from your hotel in Arusha. After meeting your professional safari guide, depart for Tarangire National Park with a picnic lunch for a full-day game drive. Known as the "Land of Giants," Tarangire National Park is Tanzania's third-largest national park and is famous for its iconic baobab trees and impressive elephant herds. The life-giving Tarangire River attracts an abundance of wildlife throughout the year, especially during the dry season. During your game drive, keep an eye out for elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, elands, oryx, lesser kudus, and many other fascinating animals and bird species. Enjoy your picnic lunch at one of the park's scenic picnic sites before continuing your afternoon wildlife adventure. In the late afternoon, drive to your lodge, where a delicious dinner and a relaxing overnight stay await.
🏕️Suricata Boma Lodge
🍽️Lunch & Dinner Information Details Best Time to Visit July to November (Excellent wildlife viewing around the Tarangire River) High Season June to October Best Weather June to October (Dry season with little rainfall)
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- After breakfast, depart for the world-renowned Serengeti National Park. Travel through the breathtaking Ngorongoro Conservation Area before entering the vast plains of the Serengeti, one of Africa's most celebrated wildlife destinations. Enjoy a picnic lunch during your journey before embarking on an afternoon game drive across the endless savannah. The Serengeti is home to the spectacular Great Wildebeest Migration as well as large populations of lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, gazelles, buffaloes, and countless other wildlife species. As the sun sets over the plains, arrive at your tented camp, where you can enjoy dinner and relax under the African sky.
🏕️Land of Nature Camp
🍽️Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Information Details Best Time to Visit January to February and June to October High Season July to March Best Weather June to October (Dry season with excellent wildlife viewing)
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- After breakfast, set out for a full-day game drive in the famous Seronera region, the wildlife-rich heart of Serengeti National Park. The Seronera River provides a permanent water source, attracting an incredible concentration of wildlife throughout the year. This area is particularly well known for its resident lion prides, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, and numerous antelope species. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush while surrounded by the breathtaking landscapes of the Serengeti before continuing your afternoon game drive. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and another peaceful night in the heart of the African wilderness.
🏕️Land of Nature Camp
🍽️Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Information Details Best Time to Visit January to February and June to October High Season July to March Best Weather June to October (Clear skies and excellent wildlife viewing)
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- Today you will do a balloon ride early in the morning, offering breathtaking aerial views of the endless plains as the sun rises. After breakfast, continue your morning game drive through less-visited areas of the Serengeti, where you have an excellent opportunity to witness predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs while they are still active. These quieter regions also provide exceptional wildlife viewing away from the busier safari routes. After lunch, begin your scenic drive toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying an en-route game drive as you search for more wildlife before continuing to Karatu. Arrive at your lodge in the evening for dinner and a comfortable overnight stay.
🏕️Farm of Dreams Lodge
🍽️Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Information Details Best Time to Visit January to February and June to October High Season July to March Best Weather June to October (Dry season with comfortable temperatures)
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- After an early breakfast, drive to the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa's most extraordinary wildlife destinations. Descend over 600 meters to the crater floor for a memorable game drive. Thanks to its permanent water supply and fertile grazing grounds, the crater supports one of the highest concentrations of wildlife in Africa. During your safari, you may encounter elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, warthogs, hippos, lions, hyenas, jackals, cheetahs, and, with a bit of luck, the endangered black rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch at the famous Ngoitokitok picnic site near the hippo pool, where you can stretch your legs and take in the beautiful surroundings before continuing your game drive. In the afternoon, ascend the crater and begin your return journey to Arusha, where you will be dropped off at your preferred location between 5:00 PM and 6:00 PM, marking the end of your unforgettable Tanzania safari.
🏕️End of Tour
🍽️Breakfast & Lunch Information Details Best Time to Visit June to October (Outstanding wildlife viewing) High Season July to March Best Weather June to October (Dry season with little rainfall)
💰 Safari Pricing
All prices per person. Group discounts available. Contact us for custom pricing.
📍 Destinations You'll Visit
📍 Arusha City – The Gateway to Tanzania Safaris & Mount Kilimanjaro
Explore →📍 Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park is one of Tanzania’s most underrated yet spectacular destinations. Located 120 km south of Arusha,…
Explore →📍 Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park is Tanzania’s most celebrated wildlife destination and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Covering 14,763 km²…
Explore →📍 Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater is one of the world’s most extraordinary natural wonders. Formed two to three million years ago…
Explore →✅ What's Included
- All Park entrances & taxes
- Accommodation during safari
- All Meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner),
- soft drinks & water (bottled water 3litres or more a day)
- Transportation in a custom safari 4×4 with a viewing roof and guaranteed window seating
- Safari vehicles have an inverter for charging batteries, communications radio, electric cooler, and filtered water
- Balloon in Serengeti
❌ Not Included
- Tips for guides
- International and domestic flights
- Tanzania Visa fee
📸 Safari Photo Gallery
🌟 Experience Type
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Which places are included in 5-Day Private Lodge Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater?▾
The planned route includes Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. The day-by-day itinerary is the detailed reference for the order of travel, drives and activities.
How long does 5-Day Private Lodge Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater take?▾
The itinerary is planned for 5 days and 4 nights. Arrival, departure and transfer timing should be checked against your flight schedule before confirmation.
When is the best time for 5-Day Private Lodge Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater?▾
June to October is the main dry-season window; January to February is another practical period for northern Tanzania.
Where do guests stay on 5-Day Private Lodge Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater?▾
The source itinerary names Suricata Boma Lodge, Land of Nature Camp, Farm of Dreams Lodge, End of Tour. Where a property is not named, the exact lodge or camp should be confirmed with the safari team before booking.
What meals are included on 5-Day Private Lodge Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater?▾
The source itinerary lists these meal arrangements where specified: Lunch & Dinner Information Details Best Time to Visit July to November (Excellent wildlife viewing around the Tarangire River) High Season June to October Best Weather June to October (Dry season with little rainfall); Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Information Details Best Time to Visit January to February and June to October High Season July to March Best Weather June to October (Dry season with excellent wildlife viewing); Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Information Details Best Time to Visit January to February and June to October High Season July to March Best Weather June to October (Clear skies and excellent wildlife viewing); Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Information Details Best Time to Visit January to February and June to October High Season July to March Best Weather June to October (Dry season with comfortable temperatures). Check each day and the final proposal for the confirmed inclusions.
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