This 5-day Luxury Tanzania safari is perfect for travelers who want to explore the highlights of Northern Tanzania without rushing. You will visit Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater, witnessing incredible wildlife, including the Big Five. Optional activities like hot air balloon safaris, sundowners, and bush lunches in the Serengeti make this trip unforgettable. Ideal for families, couples, or small groups seeking a luxury safari experience with top accommodations.
Itinerary | Day to day
Day 1 : Arrival Day: Kilimanjaro International Airport – Arusha
Distance: ~55 km
Drive Time: ~1 hour
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be welcomed by your Chacha Safaris guide and driven to Arusha Serena Hotel. Set in a serene environment, the lodge offers comfort and relaxation after your flight. Enjoy dinner and rest well to prepare for your safari adventures.
Accommodation: Arusha Serena Hotel
Meal Plan: Dinner
Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park – Game Drive
Distance: ~120 km
Drive Time: ~2.5 hours
After breakfast at the hotel, depart for Tarangire National Park, famous for its huge elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse wildlife. Enjoy a full-day game drive, stopping for a picnic lunch inside the park. Continue exploring the park in the afternoon before heading to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Sopa Tarangire Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Tarangire to Serengeti National Park via Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Distance: ~200 km
Drive Time: ~4–5 hours
After an early breakfast, drive from Tarangire through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area, passing Maasai bomas and spotting wildlife along the way. Enter Serengeti National Park, continuing your game drive en route to Serena Serengeti Lodge. Check in and enjoy lunch. Later, embark on an evening game drive to spot the Big Five before returning to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Serena Serengeti Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Full Day Serengeti National Park – Game Drive
Optional Balloon Safari: Early morning (extra cost)
Optional Sundowner: Evening (extra cost)
Start the day with an early morning game drive in Serengeti National Park. Return to the lodge for breakfast, then continue exploring wildlife in the park. Enjoy a bush lunch prepared by your guide in the heart of Serengeti. In the afternoon, continue your game drive, with the option to enjoy a sundowner in the wilderness. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Serena Serengeti Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Bush Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater – Game Drive and Departure
Distance: ~190 km (Serengeti to Ngorongoro)
Drive Time: ~4–5 hours
After breakfast, drive to the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive. Witness the crater’s incredible wildlife, including lions, elephants, rhinos, and more. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the crater. After the game drive, start your journey back to Arusha (~3–4 hours, 190 km). Optionally, stop at a Masai market to purchase souvenirs before continuing to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch
Included in the Safari
Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof for game viewing
Professional English-speaking safari guide throughout the trip
All park entry fees and conservation fees for Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation as specified in the itinerary:
Arusha Serena Hotel
Sopa Tarangire Lodge
Serena Serengeti Lodge
Daily meals: Breakfast, Lunch (including bush lunch), and Dinner
Bottled drinking water during game drives
Airport transfers on arrival and departure
Game drives as per itinerary
Optional Masai market stop for souvenirs (entrance not included)
Not Included in the Safari
nternational flights to and from Tanzania
Visa fees and travel insurance
Tips for guides, drivers, and lodge staff
Optional activities:
Hot air balloon safari
Sundowner experience in Serengeti
Personal expenses such as laundry, souvenirs, snacks, drinks outside of meals
Medical expenses or vaccinations required before travel