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Flamingo wading in the shallow soda water of Lake Manyara
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5 Days Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Lake Manyara Safari

A 5-day private safari through Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Lake Manyara. Full-board accommodation, a private 4x4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof and an experienced English-speaking guide throughout. Departs from Arusha and is quoted for your own dates and group size.

  • Based in Arusha, on the doorstep of the northern circuit
  • Reply within 12 hours
  • No payment to enquire, free itinerary changes
  • Private vehicle and guide as standard
Duration 5 days, 4 nights
Difficulty Easy
Group size 2 to 7 guests per Land Cruiser
Starts Arusha to Arusha
Best time June to October, January to March

Trip highlights

  • Parks visited: Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara National Park
  • Private safari with exclusive use of your vehicle, never shared
  • Private 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof for photography
  • Experienced, fully English-speaking safari guide throughout
  • Full-board accommodation and park fees included
  • Itinerary tailor-made to your own dates, pace and group size

Day by day itinerary

Day 1: Arrival - Gold Crest Hotel Arusha, Arusha

Transfer Airport – Arusha town: 1 hour. After arrival our transfer guide will meet and welcome you, then pick you up at either Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport and transfer you to your hotel in Arusha for relaxation and overnight. Before reaching the hotel if time allows feel free to explore Arusha city with our guide for free. Nestled at the foot of Mount Meru, Arusha is known as the safari capital of northern Tanzania. The city serves as a perfect base for exploring the stunning surrounding landscapes, including the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro and the renowned Manyara, Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Serengeti National Parks. Accommodation: Gold Crest Hotel Arusha – 4 stars hotel. Gold Crest Hotel Arusha is conveniently located near the heart of Arusha, Tanzania, offering easy access to notable sites like Ngorongoro Crater and Mount Meru. The hotel features spacious, air-conditioned rooms with amenities such as mini-bars, tea and coffee-making facilities, and flat-screen TVs. Guests can enjoy dining at the on-site restaurant, which serves a variety of halal dishes. Additional features include a swimming pool, gymnasium, and complimentary Wi-Fi. The hotel also provides ample parking, an executive airport shuttle, and travel and tour arrangements. Meal basis: Half Board - Dinner, Bed and Breakfast.

Day 2: Tarangire National Park - Olea Farm Lodge, Karatu

Transfer Arusha – Tarangire: 2 hours. We begin this day with an early pick-up from your hotel in Arusha and start a scenic drive toward Tarangire National Park while carrying packed lunch boxes, we’ll dive straight into the adventure with exciting game drives through stunning landscapes filled with wildlife and iconic baobab trees. Later in the afternoon, we transfer to Karatu for a delicious dinner and overnight stay. Tarangire National Park is a place of pure African romance, where sweeping golden plains meet the gentle curves of the Tarangire River and herds of elephants wander gracefully among towering baobab trees. Here, every moment feels alive lions may be seen stalking their prey, leopards lounging elegantly in the trees, and graceful giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and impalas painting the landscape with motion and life. As the sun sets, the air fills with a warm glow, leading you to your cozy lodge for a delicious dinner, peaceful relaxation, and the soothing whispers of the African night. Accommodation: Olea Farm Lodge – Mid range. Olea Farm Lodge, nestled in the heart of Karatu, Tanzania, offers a tranquil retreat surrounded by lush landscapes and breathtaking views. Guests can choose from Family, Double, and Triple rooms equipped with modern amenities such as Wi-Fi, private bathrooms, and comfortable beds. The lodge features facilities such as an outdoor swimming pool, a restaurant, and parking. Visitors can explore nearby attractions such as the Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara National Park, and Tarangire National Park. Meal basis: Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch.

Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater - Olea Farm lodge

Transfer Karatu– Ngorongoro: 40 Minutes. After a hearty breakfast, descend into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable day of game drives. Explore its lush plains, crater floor, and diverse habitats, where a stunning variety of wildlife awaits. After your adventure inside the crater, we drive back to your accommodation in Karatu for relaxation, dinner and overnight stay. Ngorongoro Crater is a true jewel of Northern Tanzania, famed for its dramatic landscapes and extraordinary wildlife. Encircled by towering highlands, this UNESCO World Heritage site is the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera, a natural amphitheatre teeming with life. Lions, elephants, zebras, wildebeests, and rhinos roam its fertile plains, while flamingos may grace the crater’s soda lakes. With its stunning scenery and rich biodiversity, Ngorongoro offers a magical finale to any safari adventure. Accommodation: Olea Farm Lodge – Mid range. Olea Farm Lodge, nestled in the heart of Karatu, Tanzania, offers a tranquil retreat surrounded by lush landscapes and breathtaking views. Guests can choose from Family, Double, and Triple rooms equipped with modern amenities such as Wi-Fi, private bathrooms, and comfortable beds. The lodge features facilities such as an outdoor swimming pool, a restaurant, and parking. Visitors can explore nearby attractions such as the Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara National Park, and Tarangire National Park. Meal basis: Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch.

Day 4: Lake Manyara National Park - Gold Crest Hotel Arusha

Transfer Karatu – Lake Manyara: 35 minutes. After breakfast, depart for a short and scenic drive to Lake Manyara National Park with packed lunch boxes for your day’s adventure. Enjoy an exciting game drive through the park’s rich habitats, from dense forests to open grasslands, and along the shimmering lake shores. Later in the afternoon, we will transfer you to Arusha for dinner and overnight. The Lake Manyara is a paradise of contrasts and natural charm where emerald forests meet glistening waters and wildlife thrives in abundance. The park is renowned for its tree-climbing lions resting elegantly on acacia branches and its playful colonies of baboons that greet you at nearly every turn. Along the lake’s edge, flocks of flamingos paint the horizon pink, while elephants, giraffes, hippos, and zebras roam freely beneath the lush canopy. It’s a serene and magical setting, the perfect finale to your unforgettable safari adventure. Meal basis: Half Board - Dinner, Bed and Breakfast.

Day 5: Airport Transfer - End of Itinerary

Transfer to Airport – For your international flight. After breakfast relax at the lodge and if time allows take a short tour in Arusha city for shopping, you will have a good time to explore the local markets, souvenirs shops, cultural sites within the cities and if possible, take lunch within the local restaurants to taste different local food. Meal basis: Breakfast.

Want this itinerary shifted a day, or a different lodge?

Every trip is private, so the plan is yours to change. Tell us what you would rather do.


What is included

Included

  • Transfers/Pick up/Drop off listed in the program
  • Professional English-Speaking safari guide
  • Transportation by 4x4 jeep Toyota Land Cruiser
  • Bottled Mineral water for safari
  • All Park fees, but for Single entry park fees expire 24 hours
  • All Activities listed in the program

Not included

  • International flights
  • VISA
  • All beverages at hotels/lodges/tented camps (Alcoholic beverages)
  • Laundry service
  • Tipping
  • All personal expenses
  • All what is not explicitly included in this program
  • Optional extra (on request): Hot Air Balloon ride
  • Optional extra (on request): Walking safari
  • Optional extra (on request): Night game drive
  • Optional extra (on request): Bush dinner or Sundowner
  • Optional extra (on request): Birthday cake, wines or champagnes
  • Optional extra (on request): Domestic flight
  • Optional extra (on request): Cultural experience
  • Optional extra (on request): Sightseeing- Waterfalls, Kilimanjaro day hike, Chemka hot spring, Serval Sanctuary, city tour etc.
  • Optional extra (on request): disruptions.

Questions about this trip

How many days is this safari and where does it start?

This is a 5-day, 4-night private safari starting and ending in Arusha. Pick-up from your Arusha hotel or from Kilimanjaro International Airport is included, and we drop you back at the airport for your onward flight.

Is this a private safari or a shared group tour?

It is private. You have exclusive use of a 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof and your own English-speaking guide, so the pace and the stops are yours to set.

What is included in the safari?

Park entry fees, all transport in a 4x4 Land Cruiser, a professional English-speaking guide, full-board accommodation as listed in the itinerary, bottled drinking water during game drives, and all activities shown in the programme.

What is not included?

International flights, Tanzania visa, travel insurance, alcoholic and soft drinks at the lodges, laundry, tipping and personal expenses. Optional extras such as a hot air balloon ride, walking safari, night game drive or cultural visit can be arranged at additional cost.

When is the best time to travel?

June to October is the main dry season and the easiest time for game viewing. January to March is also excellent, with calving on the southern plains. The parks are open year round and we tailor the routing to the season.

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