Day 1: Arusha/Moshi → Tarangire National Park → Overnight near Tarangire

Driving/Game Drive Time: ~3–4 hours drive + game drive
Distance: ~130 km from Arusha
Habitat: Savannah, Baobab Forest

Depart early from Arusha or Moshi and drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Enjoy an afternoon game drive spotting lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and a variety of bird species. Later, drive to a lodge or camp near Tarangire for your overnight stay.

Overnight: Lodge/Camp near Tarangire
Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Day 2: Tarangire → Serengeti National Park

Driving/Game Drive Time: ~4–5 hours drive + afternoon game drive
Distance: ~200 km
Habitat: Savannah, Open Plains

After breakfast, depart Tarangire and drive to Serengeti National Park, stopping for a picnic lunch en route. In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive in the Serengeti, spotting lions, cheetahs, elephants, zebras, and wildebeest. End the day at a lodge or tented camp in the Serengeti.

Overnight: Lodge/Camp in Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Full-Day Serengeti Game Drive

Driving/Game Drive Time: Full day
Distance: Variable within the park
Habitat: Savannah, Plains

Spend a full day exploring the Serengeti Plains. Morning and afternoon game drives maximize wildlife sightings, including predators, elephants, giraffes, and large herbivore herds. Picnic lunch in the park allows you to enjoy the scenery while resting. Return to your lodge or camp in the evening.

Overnight: Lodge/Camp in Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4: Serengeti → Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Driving/Game Drive Time: ~3–4 hours drive + optional game drive
Distance: ~150 km
Habitat: Savannah, Woodland

After breakfast, depart the Serengeti and drive toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Stop at scenic viewpoints along the way. Check in at your lodge or camp near the crater rim and enjoy the afternoon relaxing or taking short walks to explore the surroundings.

Overnight: Lodge/Camp near Ngorongoro
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater → Arusha/Moshi

Driving/Game Drive Time: Full-day game drive + ~3–4 hours drive back
Distance: ~190 km
Habitat: Crater Floor – Grassland, Woodland, Swamp

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive. Spot the Big Five—lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhinoceros—as well as zebras, hippos, and flamingos. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the crater while taking in the breathtaking scenery. In the late afternoon, drive back to Arusha or Moshi for drop-off at your hotel.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Why Choose This Safari

• Visit three of Northern Tanzania’s most iconic safari destinations

• Extra day allows for more game drives and wildlife viewing

• Guided tours with professional English-speaking safari guides

• Comfortable lodges or tented camps with scenic surroundings

• Ideal for travelers seeking a relaxed yet immersive Northern Tanzania safari experience