5 Days / 4 Nights Tanzania Classic Wildlife Safari
Experience the very best of Tanzania on this unforgettable 5-day safari through four of the country's most celebrated wildlife destinations. From the lush forests of
Itinerary
Day 1: Arusha – Lake Manyara National Park
07:30 AM – Pick up from your hotel in Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport after an early arrival. After a safari briefing, depart for Lake Manyara National Park, located at the base of the Great Rift Valley Escarpment. 10:00 AM – Enter Lake Manyara National Park Begin your first exciting game drive through lush groundwater forests, open grasslands, and the shores of the alkaline lake. Wildlife commonly seen includes: Tree-climbing lions African elephants Buffaloes Hippos Baboons Blue monkeys Giraffes Zebras Flamingos (seasonal) Pelicans and over 400 bird species 01:00 PM – Picnic Lunch Enjoy lunch at a scenic picnic site overlooking the park. 02:00 PM – Afternoon Game Drive Continue exploring different habitats while your guide searches for wildlife and shares fascinating insights about the ecosystem. 05:30 PM Drive to your lodge in Karatu. Dinner and overnight.
Day 2: Karatu – Serengeti National Park
07:00 AM Breakfast. Depart for the world-famous Serengeti National Park, passing through the beautiful Ngorongoro Highlands. Enjoy spectacular views of the Great Rift Valley and Maasai villages along the way. 12:30 PM Picnic lunch en route. 02:00 PM Enter Serengeti National Park. Begin your first game drive across the endless plains. Look out for: Lions Leopards Cheetahs Elephants Giraffes Buffaloes Wildebeest Zebras Hyenas 06:00 PM Arrive at your safari camp. Dinner and overnight in Serengeti.
Day 3: Full-Day Serengeti National Park
06:00 AM Optional early morning game drive. Watch the Serengeti awaken as predators complete their nightly hunt. Return for breakfast. 08:30 AM – 04:30 PM Full-day game drive with picnic lunch. Explore different regions of the Serengeti in search of the Big Five and other incredible wildlife. During the migration season, your guide will follow wildlife movements to maximize your chances of witnessing the Great Wildebeest Migration. Possible sightings include: Lions hunting on the plains Leopards resting in acacia trees Cheetahs chasing gazelles Elephant families Hippos and crocodiles Thousands of wildebeest and zebras (seasonal) Enjoy another spectacular African sunset before returning to camp. Dinner and overnight.
Day 4: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater
06:30 AM Breakfast. Enjoy a final morning game drive while exiting Serengeti. Proceed to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. 11:30 AM – Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater Explore one of Africa's greatest natural wonders and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Wildlife commonly found inside the crater includes: Black rhinos Lions Buffaloes Elephants Hyenas Hippos Zebras Wildebeest Gazelles 01:00 PM – Picnic Lunch Enjoy lunch beside the famous Hippo Pool. 02:00 PM – Continue Game Drive Spend the afternoon exploring the crater floor before ascending to the crater rim. Drive to your lodge near Karatu. Dinner and overnight.
Day 5: Tarangire National Park – Arusha
07:00 AM Breakfast and check out. Depart for Tarangire National Park, famous for its ancient baobab trees and impressive elephant population. 09:30 AM – Morning Game Drive Explore the Tarangire River ecosystem, where wildlife gathers throughout the year. Possible sightings include: Large elephant herds Lions Leopards Cheetahs Buffaloes Giraffes Zebras Oryx Greater kudu Warthogs 01:00 PM – Picnic Lunch Enjoy lunch inside the park. 02:00 PM – Afternoon Game Drive Continue exploring Tarangire's beautiful landscapes while searching for more wildlife. 03:30 PM Depart for Arusha. 05:30 PM Arrive in Arusha. Drop off at your hotel or transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight. End of your unforgettable Tanzanian safari.
Published seasonal prices
Low season: USD 1995 per adult. Peak season: USD 2380 per adult. Final availability and optional changes are confirmed by our team.
Included
- Airport and hotel transfers
- Private 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- 4 nights' accommodation
- Full-board meals during the safari
- Unlimited game drives
- Bottled drinking water throughout the safari
- Government taxes and levies