5 Days · 4x4 Toyota land Cruiser

5-Day Midrange Wildlife Safari | Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater
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Tour Overview

Over 5 days, this LuiTours itinerary follows Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Return to Arusha. The programme combines guided game drives; travel by 4x4 Toyota land Cruiser; accommodation in Hotel, Lodges & Camps. Arrival is arranged via Kilimanjaro Int. Airport (KIA), with departure from Kilimanjaro Int. Airport (KIA).

Destinations: Tarangire National Park - Serengeti National Park - Ngorongoro Crater - Return to Arusha

5 DaysTour duration
4x4 Toyota land CruiserTransportation
Hotel, Lodges & CampsAccommodation
Jan, Feb, Mar, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, OctBest season
Tour Highlight

Tarangire National Park

Home to elephants and ancient baobab trees

Tour Highlight

Serengeti National Park

Famous for vast plains, big cats, and the Great Migration

Tour Highlight

Ngorongoro Crater

A natural amphitheater teeming with wildlife

Tour Highlight

Return to Arusha

Scenic journey through Tanzania’s highlands

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Daily Itinerary

Day 1

Begin the Adventure – Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Begin the Adventure – Arusha to Tarangire National Park
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Scheduled drive time: Approx. 2–3 hours. Main focus: Game drive in Tarangire National Park. The morning starts in Arusha, with Tarangire National Park as the final point on today’s route. Inside Tarangire, baobab woodland and the river corridor create varied habitat. Elephants, giraffes, zebras, antelope and predators may be encountered, and your guide chooses roads according to current conditions rather than promising particular sightings. On the 5-Day Midrange Wildlife Safari, this is the main focus of day 1.

Begin the Adventure – Arusha to Tarangire National Park experienceBegin the Adventure – Arusha to Tarangire National Park scenery
Day 1: Begin the Adventure – Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Day 2

Into the Heart of the Serengeti – Karatu to Serengeti National Park

Into the Heart of the Serengeti – Karatu to Serengeti National Park
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Scheduled drive time: Approx. 5–6 hours (with game viewing along the way). Main focus: Afternoon game drive in Serengeti. Karatu is the starting point for today’s journey to Serengeti National Park. The route crosses open plains, seasonal grasslands and scattered kopjes. Plains game, elephants and predators may be seen, while the location of migratory herds changes with rainfall and cannot be guaranteed.

Into the Heart of the Serengeti – Karatu to Serengeti National Park experienceInto the Heart of the Serengeti – Karatu to Serengeti National Park scenery
Accommodation Serengeti Safari Lodge Serengeti National Park
Exterior of Serengeti Safari Lodge in Serengeti National Park
Day 3

A Day of Discovery – Full-Day Safari in Serengeti

A Day of Discovery – Full-Day Safari in Serengeti
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Main focus: Full-day game drive in Serengeti National Park. A full day is set aside for Full-Day Safari in Serengeti, allowing the experience to unfold without a rushed timetable. The route crosses open plains, seasonal grasslands and scattered kopjes. Plains game, elephants and predators may be seen, while the location of migratory herds changes with rainfall and cannot be guaranteed. On the 5-Day Midrange Wildlife Safari, this is the main focus of day 3.

A Day of Discovery – Full-Day Safari in Serengeti experienceA Day of Discovery – Full-Day Safari in Serengeti scenery
Accommodation Serengeti Safari Lodge Serengeti National Park
Exterior of Serengeti Safari Lodge in Serengeti National Park
Day 4

From the Plains to the Highlands – Serengeti to Ngorongoro

From the Plains to the Highlands – Serengeti to Ngorongoro
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Scheduled drive time: Approx. 4–5 hours (including game viewing en route). Main focus: Morning game drive and transfer to Ngorongoro. Starting from Serengeti, the journey leads to Ngorongoro through the landscapes named in the program. The day links the Serengeti plains with the cooler Ngorongoro highlands, passing grassland, volcanic slopes and broad viewpoints along the way. Wildlife may be encountered en route, but timing remains flexible and follows current conditions. On the 5-Day Midrange Wildlife Safari, this is the main focus of day 4.

From the Plains to the Highlands – Serengeti to Ngorongoro experienceFrom the Plains to the Highlands – Serengeti to Ngorongoro scenery
Day 4: From the Plains to the Highlands – Serengeti to Ngorongoro
Day 5

The Crater’s Secret – Ngorongoro Game Drive & Return to Arusha

The Crater’s Secret – Ngorongoro Game Drive & Return to Arusha
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Scheduled drive time: Approx. 4–5 hours (after safari). Main focus: Guided game drive in Ngorongoro Crater. From Ngorongoro Game Drive, you set out for Arusha at a pace suited to the distance and planned activity. The Ngorongoro landscape combines a forested rim with grassland, wetlands and soda-lake habitat on the crater floor. Wildlife can be diverse, but the guide reads conditions carefully and keeps every sighting patient and responsible.

The Crater’s Secret – Ngorongoro Game Drive & Return to Arusha experienceThe Crater’s Secret – Ngorongoro Game Drive & Return to Arusha scenery
Day 5: The Crater’s Secret – Ngorongoro Game Drive & Return to Arusha

From Price

Minimum price only, based on 2 people sharing. Final pricing depends on season, availability and requested customizations.

Package From Price
Published tour package From $2,290 per person
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Included & Not Included

What Is Included

All national park and conservation area entry fees
Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
Professional English-speaking safari guide
All scheduled game drives and crater descent
4 nights’ accommodation in specified camps/lodges
All meals during the safari (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Bottled drinking water and soft drinks during game drives
Transfers to/from Arusha (or airport if arranged)

What Is Not Included

×International and domestic flights
×Visa fees and travel insurance
×Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
×Tips and gratuities for guide and lodge staff
×Alcoholic beverages unless specified
×Personal expenses (e.g., laundry, souvenirs)
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Trip Details

Route

Tarangire National Park - Serengeti National Park - Ngorongoro Crater - Return to Arusha

Best Season

Jan, Feb, Mar, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct

Transportation

4x4 Toyota land Cruiser

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodges & Camps

Arrival

Kilimanjaro Int. Airport (KIA)

Departure

Kilimanjaro Int. Airport (KIA)

Language

English

Price Basis

From $2,290 per person

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. LuiTours can adjust accommodation level, routing, pickup point, domestic flights, extra nights, and activity timing while keeping the route realistic.
Final prices may vary by season, park fees, accommodation availability, flight availability, comfort level, and private group size.
Yes. The trip is handled through LuiTours enquiry support, private planning, and guest communication.
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