5 DAYS 4 NIGHTS LUXURY LODGE SAFARI

Embark on a 5-day Luxury safari through Tanzania’s Northern Circuit highlights. Begin in Tarangire National Park, renowned for its towering baobabs and vast elephant herds. Continue to the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site brimming with diverse wildlife. Visit Serengeti National Park which is famous for the great migration and large concentration of animal population. Visit Lake Manyara, famous for its tree-climbing lions, pink flamingos, and vibrant birdlife. This journey promises breathtaking scenery, abundant wildlife, and the true essence of Africa’s wilderness.

DAY 1: Arrival in Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport

After arrival at the airport (Kilimanjaro / Arusha), your private driver guide will pick you up at the airport and transfer you to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.

Destination: Arusha City

Accommodation: Mount Meru Hotel

Meal plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

DAY 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park

After an early breakfast, we depart for Tarangire National Park. Tarangire National Park, in northern Tanzania, is celebrated for its vast elephant herds, towering baobab trees, and remarkable biodiversity. The park’s lifeline, the Tarangire River, attracts large concentrations of wildlife, particularly during the dry season, offering exceptional game viewing opportunities. Visitors can encounter lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and an impressive array of over 500 bird species. Its scenic beauty and rich wildlife make Tarangire a must-visit safari destination year-round.

After having Lunch at a picnic site and an extensive game drive, we head straight to your lodge in Karatu, arriving late afternoon for relaxation, dinner and overnight.

Destination: Tarangire National Park

Accommodation: Escarpment Luxury Lodge

Meal plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

DAY 3: Ngorongoro Crater to Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for game viewing drive.

Undoubtedly, the Ngorongoro Crater is one of Africa’s most famous sites and is said to have the highest density of wildlife in Africa. Sometimes described as an ‘eighth wonder of the world’, the Crater has achieved world renown, attracting an ever-increasing number of visitors each year. You are unlikely to escape other vehicles here, but you are guaranteed great wildlife viewing in a genuinely mind-blowing environment.

There is nowhere else in Africa quite like Ngorongoro! Undeniably, it is one of the best places in the country to see the endangered black rhinoceros. Furthermore, the park is home to the entirety of The Big Five. It is particularly good place to see lions, herds of wildebeest, zebras and cape buffalo year-round.

A packed lunch will be served at a picnic site. Late afternoon, ascend the crater and drive to your tented camp in Serengeti National Park en-route, arriving late afternoon for relaxation, dinner and overnight.

Destination: Ngorongoro Crater

Accommodation: Nyota Luxury Camp

Meal plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

DAY 4: Serengeti National Park to Karatu

After breakfast, we begin with an early morning game drive inside the endless plains of Serengeti National Park. Serengeti National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in northern Tanzania, is one of the world’s most iconic safari destinations, famed for its endless plains and exceptional wildlife. It hosts the Great Migration, where over 1.5 million wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles traverse the ecosystem in search of fresh grazing, pursued by predators like lions, cheetahs, and hyenas. Home to the Big Five and over 500 bird species, the park’s diverse habitats ranging from grasslands to riverine forests, offer spectacular game viewing year-round, making it a true jewel of African wilderness.

A packed lunch will be served at a picnic site. Late afternoon, drive to your lodge in Karatu en-route passing through Ngorongoro Conservation Area, arriving late afternoon for relaxation, dinner and overnight.

Destination: Serengeti National Park

Accommodation: Escarpment Luxury Lodge

Meal plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

DAY 5: Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha

After breakfast, we drive to Lake Manyara National Park. Lake Manyara National Park, nestled at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment in northern Tanzania, is known for its stunning scenery and diverse habitats, from lush groundwater forests to expansive alkaline lake shores. Famous for its tree-climbing lions, large elephant herds, and flocks of flamingos, the park also shelters giraffes, hippos, zebras, and over 400 bird species.

After lunch at a designated picnic site, we finalize our game drive and head back to Arusha city either at your accommodation if you wish to stay longer or at the airport to catch your flight to your next destination

Destination: Lake Manyara National Park

Meal plan: Breakfast & Lunch

✔️ Package Inclusions

• All Park Entrance Fees
  Conservation and park fees for Serengeti National Park, Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, and Lake Manyara National Park.
• Luxury Accommodation
  Handpicked luxury lodges and tented camps as per the itinerary, offering premium comfort, en-suite facilities, and exceptional service.
• All Meals
  Full-board meals during the safari (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner), including bush lunches and picnic meals during game drives.
• Private 4x4 Safari Vehicle
  Exclusive use of a customized safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for optimal game viewing and photography.
• Professional Safari Guide
  Services of an experienced, English-speaking driver-guide with in-depth knowledge of wildlife and the region.
• Game Drives & Activities
  All scheduled game drives as outlined in the itinerary.
• Airport Transfers
  Pick-up and drop-off at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfers in Arusha.
• Bottled Drinking Water
  Complimentary mineral water provided daily during safari drives.
• Government Taxes & VAT
  All applicable taxes and levies included in the package price.

❌ Package Exclusions

• International & Domestic Flights
  Airfare to and from Tanzania and any internal flights unless specified.
• Visa Fees
  Entry visa to Tanzania (if required).
• Travel Insurance
  Personal travel, medical, and evacuation insurance.
• Optional Activities
  Activities not mentioned in the itinerary such as hot air balloon safari in the Serengeti, cultural visits, or spa treatments.
• Alcoholic & Premium Beverages
  Drinks not included unless specified by the lodge.
• Personal Expenses
  Laundry, telephone calls, souvenirs, and other personal items.
• Tips & Gratuities
  Tips for guides, drivers, and lodge staff (recommended but not mandatory).
• Additional Accommodation
  Pre- or post-safari accommodation in Arusha (unless requested and added).