5 Days Tanzania Safari: Serengeti & Ngorongoro
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5 Days Tanzania Safari: Serengeti (Northern) & Ngorongoro | Premium Tour Package 2025

5 Days Tanzania Safari
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Customer Reviews

4.8

480 reviews
Excellent
  • Start/End

    Arusha

  • Tour Type

    Luxury

  • Age

    16 - 59

  • Language

    English

  • Cancel

    Free

About the 5 Days Tanzania Safari

Safari Highlights

  • Great Migration: Witness dramatic wildebeest and zebra river crossings at the Mara River in Northern Serengeti.
  • Iconic Wildlife: Spot the Big Five, cheetahs, leopards, and large elephant herds across Serengeti and Ngorongoro.
  • Ngorongoro Crater: Explore the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera, home to diverse wildlife including the rare black rhino.
  • Scenic Landscapes: Experience Tanzania’s stunning savannahs, kopjes, and crater highlands.
  • Luxury Experience: Enjoy private game drives, gourmet meals, and premium accommodations tailored for 2025 travelers.
  • Cultural Stop: Optional visit to Olduvai Gorge to learn about early human history.

Maps

Safari Description

Embark on the 5 Days Tanzania Safari from Arusha, a luxurious adventure designed for 2025 travelers. Begin in the Northern Serengeti, famous for the Great Migration’s dramatic Mara River crossings, where wildebeests and zebras brave crocodile-infested waters. Explore the Central Serengeti (Seronera), a wildlife hub with leopards, hyenas, and big cats. Conclude in the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site teeming with the Big Five and rare black rhinos. Enjoy private game drives, gourmet bush meals, and luxury lodges or tented camps. An optional stop at Olduvai Gorge offers insights into early human history. Book with Rede Tours for an unforgettable 2025 safari.

Safari Photo Gallery

Wildebeest crossing the Mara River in Northern Serengeti
Leopards and big cats in Central Serengeti
Stunning views of Ngorongoro Crater
Endless savannah plains of Serengeti
Diverse wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
Lions resting on kopjes in Serengeti
Wildebeest migration at Mara River
Breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater landscape

Safari Itinerary

Your adventure begins with an early morning pick-up from Arusha. Choose between a scenic flight to Kogatende Airstrip or a drive through the countryside to Northern Serengeti. Upon arrival, embark on your first game drive, witnessing the Great Migration’s dramatic Mara River crossings, where wildebeests and zebras face crocodile-infested waters. Spot lions, elephants, and giraffes against endless savannahs. Enjoy a bush dinner under the African sky at your lodge or tented camp.
Accommodation:
Luxury: Lemala Kuria Hills Lodge / Sayari Camp
Mid-range: Tanzania Bush Camp (North) / Mara Kati Kati Tented Camp
Budget: Public Campsites (Lobo / Kogatende)

After an early breakfast, spend a full day exploring Northern Serengeti. Game drives focus on the Mara River, where you may witness thousands of wildebeests plunging into the river during the Great Migration. Spot cheetahs, leopards, and elephant herds. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush to maximize game viewing time. Return to your camp for relaxation and storytelling around the campfire.
Accommodation:
Luxury: Lemala Kuria Hills Lodge / Sayari Camp
Mid-range: Tanzania Bush Camp (North) / Mara Kati Kati Tented Camp
Budget: Public Campsites (Lobo / Kogatende)

Travel southward to Central Serengeti (Seronera) by drive or flight. En route, enjoy game drives across diverse habitats, from open grasslands to kopjes where lions rest. The Seronera Valley is renowned for its leopards, hyenas, and big cats. By evening, check into your lodge or tented camp in the central plains.
Accommodation:
Luxury: Melia Serengeti Lodge / Four Seasons Serengeti
Mid-range: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge / Kubu Kubu Tented Camp
Budget: Seronera Campsites

Start with a sunrise game drive in Serengeti, catching predators returning from the night hunt. After breakfast, continue your game drive en route to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Optionally stop at Olduvai Gorge to explore early human history. By afternoon, descend the Ngorongoro highlands and check into your lodge on the crater rim with stunning views.
Accommodation:
Luxury: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge / Neptune Ngorongoro Luxury Lodge
Mid-range: Rhino Lodge / Lions Paw Camp
Budget: Simba Campsite (public)

After an early breakfast, descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive. This UNESCO World Heritage Site hosts nearly every East African species, including the rare black rhino, lions, elephants, and flamingos around Lake Magadi. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the crater before ascending and driving back to Arusha, concluding your safari.

Policy

Price Includes

  • Expert Safari Guides: Certified guides with extensive knowledge of Tanzania’s wildlife.
  • Accommodation: Luxury lodges, mid-range camps, or budget campsites as per your choice.
  • Gourmet Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner with fresh, local ingredients.
  • Private Safari Vehicle: 4x4 with pop-up roof for optimal wildlife viewing.
  • Park Fees: All entry and conservation fees for national parks and reserves.
  • Refreshments: Bottled water during game drives.
  • International Flights: Airfare to/from Tanzania not included.
  • Domestic Flights: Optional flight costs (e.g., Arusha to Kogatende) not included.
  • Visas: Visa fees to be obtained separately.
  • Travel Insurance: Comprehensive insurance recommended.
  • Personal Expenses: Souvenirs, drinks, laundry, and gratuities not included.

For Children

  • Child Discounts: Free for children under 5 sharing with two adults; reduced rates for ages 6–12.
  • Family Activities: Child-friendly game drives and activities for safety and enjoyment.
  • Supervision: Parents must supervise children throughout the safari.

Other Terms

Deposit required at booking; balance due 30 days prior. Cancellations >30 days incur a nominal fee; within 30 days non-refundable. Itinerary may adjust due to weather or regulations. Adhere to safety protocols. Luggage limited to one checked bag and one carry-on. Special requests subject to availability. Travel insurance recommended.

Reviews

Overall Rating

4.8

480 reviews
Outstanding Safari Experience

Review Summary

  • Transportation:
    4.7
  • Value for Money:
    4.6
  • Support Services:
    4.8
  • Organization:
    4.7

Recent Reviews

480 reviews
Emma Thompson's avatar
Emma Thompson (Canada)

"The 5-day safari was phenomenal! Seeing the Great Migration at Mara River and the Ngorongoro Crater’s wildlife was unforgettable. The guides were excellent, and the lodges were luxurious."

January 15, 2025 - Verified Booking
Susan belly's avatar
Susan belly (UK)

"A well-organized safari with stunning wildlife sightings. The Northern Serengeti was a highlight, though the drive to Central Serengeti was a bit long. Overall, a great experience!"

December 10, 2024 - Verified Booking
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