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Exclusive 5-Day Luxury Safari: Serengeti, Lake Manyara & Ngorongoro Crater

Duration

5 Days

Places Visited

Arusha, Lake Manyara national Park, Central Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater

Transport

4×4 Private Safari Vehicle

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Safari Overview

Experience one of the most exclusive Tanzania luxury safari itineraries, carefully designed for travelers seeking both adventure and comfort in the heart of East Africa. This unforgettable 5-day lodge safari journey takes you across the legendary landscapes of Lake Manyara National Park, the endless wildlife-rich plains of the Serengeti National Park, and the dramatic Ngorongoro Crater, often described as one of the greatest natural wildlife sanctuaries in the world.

From the moment you leave Arusha, the safari unfolds through ever-changing scenery—lush Rift Valley forests, open savannahs dotted with acacia trees, and volcanic highlands alive with wildlife. Expect close encounters with elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and prides of lions, all guided by experienced safari experts who bring the wilderness to life. Every detail is elevated with handpicked luxury lodges, seamless transfers, and immersive game viewing experiences designed for unforgettable safari memories in Tanzania.

Tour Highlights

Arusha
Lake Manyara National Park
Central Serengeti National Park
Ngorongoro Crater
Arusha

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Full Itinerary

Day
1

Manyara

Arusha – Lake Manyara National Park

Your luxury Tanzania safari begins after breakfast with a scenic drive from Arusha toward the Great Rift Valley escarpment, arriving at Lake Manyara National Park, a compact yet incredibly diverse wildlife destination. The afternoon game drive introduces you to a rich ecosystem where elephants roam through groundwater forests, giraffes move gracefully across the plains, and hippos gather in the shimmering lake waters. 

If you are lucky, you may spot the famous tree-climbing lions resting on acacia branches. After an exciting wildlife experience, enjoy a well-prepared bush-style lunch arranged by your guide before continuing with an evening game drive. As the sun sets over the Rift Valley, you head to Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge, where panoramic views and elegant comfort create the perfect start to your safari journey.

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KilimaMoja Lodge

Day
2

Serengeti

Lake Manyara – Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, your journey continues toward the world-renowned Serengeti National Park, one of Africa’s most iconic safari destinations. The drive itself becomes a game viewing experience as you pass through Ngorongoro highlands and vast open landscapes. Upon entering the Serengeti, you are immediately welcomed by endless golden plains filled with wildlife—large herds of wildebeests, grazing zebras, elegant gazelles, and predators such as lions and cheetahs scanning the horizon.

A picnic lunch in the wild enhances the authentic safari atmosphere before continuing with an afternoon game drive deeper into the Central Serengeti. The region is known for its year-round wildlife density, making it one of the best places in Tanzania for Big Five safari encounters. As evening approaches, you arrive at Melia Serengeti Lodge, a luxury retreat perfectly positioned within the wilderness, offering breathtaking views and refined comfort surrounded by nature.

KilimaMoja Lodge

KilimaMoja Lodge

Day
3

Central Serengeti

Full Day in Central Serengeti

This entire day is dedicated to exploring the Central Serengeti safari ecosystem, one of the richest wildlife areas in Africa. Morning and afternoon game drives take you across rolling savannahs where lions rest under umbrella acacias, leopards hide within riverine trees, and vast herds of buffalo and wildebeest move across the plains. Your expert guide will track wildlife movements to maximize sightings, including elephants crossing dusty trails and hyenas roaming at dawn.

Midday brings a gourmet bush lunch set in a scenic location inside the park, offering a true wilderness dining experience surrounded by nature sounds. The afternoon continues with deeper exploration of the Serengeti’s diverse habitats before returning to Melia Serengeti Lodge for relaxation. As night falls, enjoy a peaceful dinner under the African sky, immersed in the sounds of the wild.

KilimaMoja Lodge

KilimaMoja Lodge

Day
4

Ngorongoro Crater

Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater

The day begins with an unforgettable hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti plains at sunrise, offering panoramic views of wildlife awakening below. From above, you may witness elephants moving through the grasslands, herds of antelopes spreading across the horizon, and predators returning from a night hunt. After landing, a champagne bush breakfast completes this once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Later, enjoy a mid-morning game drive as you exit the Serengeti toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The journey transitions from open plains to highland scenery as you approach the crater rim. In the evening, take a relaxing crater rim walk, enjoying cool mountain air and stunning views into the ancient volcanic caldera. Dinner and overnight stay at Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge offer comfort and breathtaking scenery above one of Africa’s natural wonders.

KilimaMoja Lodge

KilimaMoja Lodge

Day
5

Arusha

Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha

After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day safari experience in one of the most wildlife-dense areas on Earth. The crater floor is home to an incredible variety of animals including black rhinos, lions, elephants, wildebeests, zebras, and large hippo pools. This unique ecosystem offers some of the best chances to spot the Big Five in a single day.

A picnic lunch is served within the crater, surrounded by spectacular scenery and roaming wildlife. In the afternoon, you ascend the crater walls and begin your return journey to Arusha, marking the end of an extraordinary Tanzania luxury safari adventure filled with unforgettable wildlife encounters and breathtaking landscapes.

Number of Pax Prices
2 Pax
$ 3975
3 Pax
$ 3945
4 Pax
$ 3925
5 Pax
$ 3895
6+ Pax
$ 3875

Hotel, Lodge & Camps

Accommodation on a Tanzania fly-in safari ranges from comfortable tented camps to some of Africa’s most luxurious safari lodges. After landing at a bush airstrip, guests are usually transferred directly to their camp or lodge for game drives and overnight stays.

Trip Preparation

Visa & Entry

  • Tanzania e-Visa: $50 USD (apply online)
  • USA/UK/EU: visa on arrival available
  • Passport valid 6+ months beyond travel date
  • Yellow fever certificate may be required

Vaccinations

  • Yellow Fever (from endemic countries)
  • Hepatitis A & B recommended
  • Typhoid recommended
  • Malaria prophylaxis strongly advised

What to Pack

  • Neutral/khaki clothing (no bright colours)
  • Warm layer for early morning drives
  • Sunscreen SPF 50+, insect repellent
  • Binoculars (8×42 recommended)
  • Camera with zoom lens, power bank

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$ 3975
/ Per Person

Based on 2 Pax

Cost Includes
  • Park fees
  • All activities & game drives
  • Accommodation as listed
  • Professional, experienced driver/guide
  • All transportation & domestic flights
  • Meals as specified
  • Drinking water
  • International flights
  • Roundtrip airport transfers (before/after Zanzibar flights)
  • Additional accommodation before/after safari
  • Tips & personal items
  • Travel insurance
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