5-Day Lodge Group Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti, Lake…

The itinerary

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   Overview

   • 5-Day Lodge Group Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti, Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater
   • This 5-day Tanzania safari follows a defined route through Tarangire, Serengeti, Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater. The sequence of parks and areas gives the itinerary its character, while the day-by-day plan sets the pace for drives, stops and overnight stays.
   • The daily plan moves through Arusha to Tarangire National Park, Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park, Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Highlands and the remaining scheduled stops.
   • This is arranged as a joining-group departure. A local guide and safari vehicle manage the route, park entry procedures and daily driving schedule for the group.
   • Overnight stays use the lodge or camp level shown in the package details, with the exact properties confirmed in the accommodation section. Group size, meal arrangements and included services should be reviewed together because they affect the practical cost of the route.
   • Listed inclusions include All Park entrances & taxes, All Meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner),, soft drinks & water (bottled water 3litres or more a day).
   • ✨ Safari Highlights
   • 📋 Day-by-Day Itinerary
   • Drive through the “Land of Giants” as you head to Tarangire National Park, famous for its vast elephant herds and iconic baobab trees.
   • You will travel across endless golden savannah landscapes that stretch along the Tarangire River.
   • Upon arrival, enjoy a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch at a scenic riverside site.
   • This area attracts large concentrations of wildlife, especially during the dry season.
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   Part 1

   • While enjoying your lunch, be mindful of playful monkeys who are known to snatch unattended food.
   • In the late afternoon, continue with game viewing before heading to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
   • After an early breakfast, depart across the Great Rift Valley floor, ascend the escarpment, and travel through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
   • Enjoy breathtaking scenery along the way before arriving in Serengeti National Park for an afternoon game drive that continues until sunset.
   • Lunch will be taken at a scenic picnic site, likely Naabi Hill Gate.
   • You may also visit a Maasai village (optional), where you can experience traditional dances, culture, and learn about their heritage.
   • Souvenir shopping is also available at local Maasai markets.
   • Begin your day with an early breakfast followed by a sunrise game drive across the Serengeti plains-one of the accommodation in the evening for dinner and overnight stay. drinks (Except spirits/liquor)
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   Part 2

   • After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive in one of Africa’s most extraordinary wildlife ecosystems.
   • The crater floor offers one of the highest wildlife densities in Africa, making it ideal for spotting the Big Five, including the rare black rhino.
   • The 600-650 meter-high crater walls create a natural enclosure filled with diverse wildlife.
   • Enjoy a picnic lunch at the hippo pool before continuing your game drive and ascending the crater in the afternoon.
   • Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
   • After breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park, a scenic gem known for its diverse birdlife and stunning landscapes.
   • Enjoy a short visit to a local market before entering the park for a photographic game drive.
   • Lake Manyara is famous for its large flocks of flamingos, tree-climbing lions, and rich biodiversity, making it a paradise for photographers and bird lovers.
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   Part 3

   • After the game drive, return to Arusha where your safari concludes.
   • 💰 Safari Pricing
   • All prices per person. Group discounts available. Contact us for custom pricing.
   • 📍 Destinations You'll Visit
   • 📍 Arusha City – The Gateway to Tanzania Safaris & Mount Kilimanjaro
   • 📍 Tarangire National Park
   • Tarangire National Park is one of Tanzania’s most underrated yet spectacular destinations. Located 120 km south of Arusha,…
   • 📍 Serengeti National Park
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   Part 4

   • Serengeti National Park is Tanzania’s most celebrated wildlife destination and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Covering 14,763 km²…
   • 📍 Lake Manyara National Park
   • Lake Manyara National Park packs an extraordinary diversity of habitats into a relatively compact 648 km² park. Stretching…
   • 📍 Ngorongoro Crater
   • Ngorongoro Crater is one of the world’s most extraordinary natural wonders. Formed two to three million years ago…
   • ✅ What's Included
   • All Park entrances & taxes
   • All Meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner),
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   Part 5

   • soft drinks & water (bottled water 3litres or more a day)
   • Transfer to & from the airport
   • Accommodation during safari
   • Transportation in a custom safari 4x4 with a viewing roof and guaranteed window seating
   • Safari vehicles have an inverter for charging batteries, communications radio, electric cooler, and filtered water
   • Flying Doctors insurance (AMREF) during the safari
   • ❌ Not Included
   • Tips for guides, driver & cook
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   Part 6

   • International and domestic flights
   • Tanzania Visa fee
   • Balloons In Serengeti ($600 per person )
   • 📸 Safari Photo Gallery
   • 🌟 Experience Type
   • ❓ Frequently Asked Questions
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   Part 7

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   • All park fees included
   • Private vehicle & expert guide
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   Part 8

   • Full board — all meals
   • Luxury camp accommodation
   • All transfers Arusha return
   • 📋 Quick Facts
   • Duration5 Days / 4 Nights
   • Tour TypeGroup Joining Safari
   • Group SizePrivate — 2 to 6 People
   • MealsBreakfast, lunch and dinner
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    Part 9

    • DifficultyEasy — No hiking needed
    • Best SeasonJune to October is the main dry-season window; January to February is another practical period for northern Tanzania.
    • AccommodationMid-Range Safari Lodge
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    Part 10

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