5 Day Special Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Manyara & Tarangire

Q: Is it safe to travel to Tanzania?

Absolutely—especially with a trusted tour operator like us.Tanzania is a welcoming and generally safe destination for travelers, particularly those on organized safaris with professional guides, as you will be. Like any major city, areas of Nairobi and Mombasa require extra awareness, but with basic precautions, you’ll enjoy a trouble-free experience.We recommend using a trusted driver when going out at night, rather than walking alone, especially in unfamiliar areas. Avoid wearing flashy jewelry and always keep your personal belongings secure. With these simple measures, you can focus on enjoying the incredible landscapes, wildlife, and culture Kenya has to offer.

Transportation
4x4 Land Cruiser
Departure from
Arusha
Language
English
Fitness level
Easy to Moderate
Minimum Age
1
Maximum Age
65

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Embark on an unforgettable adventure with our 5-Day Great Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Manyara & Tarangire safari itinerary, carefully crafted to immerse you in the wonders of Tanzania’s Northern Circuit. Explore the world-renowned Serengeti National Park, where the iconic wildebeest migration unfolds in a mesmerizing spectacle of nature. Descend into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site teeming with diverse wildlife.

Continue your journey to Tarangire National Park, home to vast herds of African elephants and a rich diversity of flora and fauna. Discover the enchanting Lake Manyara and its picturesque landscapes, offering a unique blend of scenic beauty and wildlife encounters.

Join us for an adventure of a lifetime, where each day unfolds new wonders and unforgettable experiences in the heart of East Africa’s wilderness.

Highlights

Serengeti National Park – Witness the legendary wildebeest migration and abundant wildlife in Africa’s most celebrated park.
Seamless Itinerary – A well-crafted journey combining iconic parks, comfortable stays, and unforgettable wildlife experiences.
Big Five & Beyond – High chances of spotting lions, elephants, rhinos, buffalos, and leopards across varied ecosystems.
Stay in handpicked accommodations with guided activities and smooth transfers throughout your journey.

Day 1 :

Airport Pick-up and Relax in Lodge

You will be picked up from the airport by a member of the Msangai Team and dropped off at your accommodation in Arusha where you will stay overnight. Relax, dine and prepare for your amazing safari ahead.

Located below Mount Meru, on the eastern edge of the eastern branch of the Great Rift Valley, Arusha city has a temperate climate. The city is close to the Serengeti National Park, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara National Park, Olduvai Gorge, Tarangire National Park, Mount Kilimanjaro, and Mount Meru in the Arusha National Park.

Main Destination: Arusha City

DAY 2 :

Game Drive en route Tarangire NP

After breakfast, you will be picked up from your accommodation in Arusha and head straight to Tarangire National Park in the Manyara region. The name of the park originates from the Tarangire River that crosses the park.

Ranking as the 6th-largest national park in Tanzania and covering an area of 2,600 square kilometers, it is most popular for its large elephant herds and is usually very dry, in fact, drier than the Serengeti. However, its vegetation is much greener with lots of grass, vast areas with mixed acacia woodlands and some of the wonderful ribbons of the aquatic forest. Also, do not forget about the giant baobab trees that can live up to 600 years, storing between 300 and 900 liters of water.

In the afternoon you will break for lunch. After lunch, the game drive continues until you start driving to your lodge. It is now time to relax, dine, swim and relive the memories you collected during the day.

Main Destination: Tarangire National Park

DAY 3 :

Game Drive Ngorongoro Crater & Drive to Serengeti NP

After breakfast around 7am, you will driveto Ngorongoro Conservation Area. On the way, you will enjoy scenic views of Tanzania. Hop off the vehicle to view the Ngorongoro Crater and experience the Serengeti plains.

The Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest intact and unfilled volcanic caldera, and is indeed the flagship tourist attraction of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. It’s home to the vast, volcanic Ngorongoro Crater and the Big Five game (elephant, lion, leopard, buffalo, and rhino). Huge herds of wildebeest and zebra traverse its plains during their annual migration.

You will carry your packed lunch which you will enjoy when making a pit stop in your safari vehicle. After lunch around 12pm, you will start driving to Serengeti arriving by 2pm at the Gate. You will have game drive until 5.3pm after which you will arrive at your tented camp inside the Serengeti where you rest, dine and cherish the wonderful moments.

Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater

DAY 4 :

Game Drive in Serengeti NP

After an early breakfast in your lodge in Serengeti, you will check out and resume from where you left off the previous day in Serengeti. Our experienced safari guide will accompany you to find the Big Five animals in their natural habitat.

The magic of Serengeti National Park is not easy to describe in words. Not only seeing, but also hearing the buzz of millions of wildebeest so thick in the air that it vibrates through your entire body, is something you will try to describe to friends and family, before realizing it’s impossible. Vistas of honey-lit plains at sunset are so beautiful that it’s worth the trip just to witness this.

You will carry your packed lunch which you will enjoy when making a pit stop in your safari vehicle. After lunch by 12pm, you continue driving toward the Ngorongoro region. By 2pm you will checkout from Serengeti and arrive at your lodge in Karatu by 5pm to rest, dine and cherish the wonderful moments.

Main Destination: Serengeti National Park

DAY 5 :

Game Drive in Lake Manyara

After breakfast, you will check out from the lodge and drive to Lake Manyara National Park for a game drive. Lake Manyara National Park is worth a stop in its own right. Its groundwater forests, bush plains, baobab-strewn cliffs, and algae-streaked hot springs offer incredible ecological variety in a small area, rich in wildlife and incredible numbers of birds. Pink flamingos stoop and graze by the thousands, colorful specks against the grey minerals of the lakeshore.

Lake Manyara National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, set in grassland, savannah, woods, mountain scenery, and hot springs. This park is home to flamingos, elephants, tree-climbing lions, buffalos, leopards, gazelles, baboons, hyenas, and many others.

After lunch, the game drive continues until you start driving back to your accommodation in Arusha or head to the airport – this is where your safari ends.

Main Destination: Lake Manyara National Park

FAQs

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Is it safe to travel to Tanzania?

Absolutely—especially with a trusted tour operator like us.
Tanzania is a welcoming and generally safe destination for travelers, particularly those on organized safaris with professional guides, as you will be. Like any major city, areas of Nairobi and Mombasa require extra awareness, but with basic precautions, you’ll enjoy a trouble-free experience.
We recommend using a trusted driver when going out at night, rather than walking alone, especially in unfamiliar areas. Avoid wearing flashy jewelry and always keep your personal belongings secure. With these simple measures, you can focus on enjoying the incredible landscapes, wildlife, and culture Kenya has to offer.

What can I expect from a safari with Msangai?

This is your very own private safari—tailored entirely to your pace and preferences.
Crafted just for you, this journey is shaped by your interests, with the help of our expert travel consultants who ensure every detail aligns with your vision. There are plenty of benefits to traveling this way.
You’ll explore in a private safari vehicle with your own dedicated guide, giving you complete flexibility in your daily schedule—depart when you like and return when it suits you, with helpful guidance from your expert.
Inside the national parks, linger at wildlife sightings as long as you want—whether you’re captivated by a lion pride or a herd of elephants, there’s no rush. Your personal guide, attuned to your interests, will offer insider tips that make every moment special, turning your safari into a truly unforgettable adventure.

How can I personalize my trip with your services?

At Majestic Mara Trips, we believe in designing your journey together.
When you plan your African adventure with us, it’s more than just booking a holiday—it’s about crafting a personalized experience that reflects your unique travel dreams. We take the time to understand your preferences and work closely with you to ensure every detail fits your vision perfectly.
To make the planning process even easier, we also offer a curated selection of our most popular tours and safaris. These serve as inspiration and a flexible starting point to build the ideal trip just for you.

Can I see the Big Five in Tanzania?

Without a doubt, Tanzania is home to all members of the iconic Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo—along with an incredible variety of other wildlife.
It’s a true haven for nature lovers and photographers alike. Watching these majestic animals roam freely in their natural environments is what makes Tanzania one of the top safari destinations in the world.

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