This 5 days Tanzania safari covers the famous Northern Circuit: the baobabs and elephants of Tarangire, two nights in the endless plains of the Serengeti, and a full morning inside the Ngorongoro Crater, one of the best places in Africa to see black rhino. Start and finish in Arusha, easy to combine with Kilimanjaro or Zanzibar.
| Duration | 5 days / 4 nights |
| Starts / ends | Arusha / Arusha |
| Best time | June to October; January to March for calving season |
| Ideal for | First-time Tanzania visitors and Kilimanjaro climbers adding a safari |
| Accommodation | Lodges and tented camps, mid-range or luxury |
| Price | Tailored to your dates, group size and lodge level. Request a free quote. |
Safari highlights
- Elephant herds and baobab trees in Tarangire
- Two nights in the Serengeti
- Crater game drive in Ngorongoro
- Private 4×4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
- Easy add-on to Zanzibar or Kilimanjaro
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Pick-up in Arusha and drive to Tarangire for a game drive among elephants and baobabs.
Day 2: Tarangire to the Serengeti
Drive through the Ngorongoro highlands to the Serengeti, game viewing on the way to camp.
Day 3: Full day in the Serengeti
Game drives in the central Seronera area, known for lions and leopards, or towards the migration herds depending on the season.
Day 4: Serengeti to Ngorongoro
Morning drive, then travel to the crater rim. Overnight in the highlands.
Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater and return to Arusha
Descend into the crater at sunrise for a half-day game drive, then drive back to Arusha.
Every itinerary is a starting point. We can add days, upgrade lodges, swap parks or add a beach stay, because every Chasylm trip is a tailor-made safari.
What’s included
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle and guide
- Accommodation and meals as listed
- All TANAPA and Ngorongoro fees including crater service fee
- Bottled water
- Arusha transfers
Not included
- Flights and Tanzania visa
- Balloon safari in the Serengeti
- Tips and drinks
- Travel insurance
Park fees, permits and visas
Tanzania park fees are paid digitally and change each July. Serengeti entry is about USD 83 per adult per day, plus a concession fee of about USD 71 per night when you sleep inside the park. We include every fee in your quote.
Kenya, Uganda and Rwanda are covered by the East Africa Tourist Visa (about USD 100, 90 days, multiple entry between the three). Tanzania needs its own visa. Kenya-only travellers apply for an eTA online before flying.
Book your 5 Days Tanzania Safari
Tell us your dates, group size and budget. A Nairobi-based safari expert replies within 24 hours with a free, no-obligation itinerary and price.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the migration in Tanzania?
From December to March the herds are in the southern Serengeti for the calving season. From June to July they move north and west, and from July to October many cross into Kenya’s Maasai Mara.
Can we start from Nairobi?
Yes. There are shuttles and short flights from Nairobi to Arusha, or you can combine this with our Kenya safaris.
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