5-Day Unforgettable Memories With Luxury Experience Tour - Serengeti African Tours

The itinerary

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   Overview

   • 5-Day Unforgettable Memories with Luxury Experience Tour
   • Arusha · Tarangire · Serengeti · Ngorongoro Crater
   • Duration
   • 5-day
   • Tour Type
   • Lodge Safaris, Luxury Safaris, Private Safaris
   • Places Visited
   • Arusha, Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater
   • Transport
   • Private 4×4 Safari Vehicle
   • Free Cancellation
   • Cancel up to 30 days before
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   Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire

   • After breakfast, the tour starts. The first stop is Arusha town, where you can make any last-minute purchases before heading off on safari. Afterward, you will head towards the Tarangire National Park for a game drive with a picnic lunch at the park.
   • Tarangire is renowned for its large elephant population and abundant baobab trees. It forms the center of an annual migratory cycle that includes up to 3000 elephants, 25,000 wildebeest, and 30,000 zebras. Later in the afternoon, you will drive to Mto wa Mbu for dinner and an overnight stay in the lodge.
   • Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
   • Accomodation: Manyara’s Secret lodge (Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP)
   • Meals included: Lunch, Dinner (Breakfast not included)
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   Day 2: Mto wa Mbu to Central Serengeti National Park

   • After breakfast, you will drive from Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti, which takes 6 hours (including all stops) as it transits through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. You will have a stopover at Ngorongoro Crater. You will briefly stop for 20 minutes at the gate and viewpoint to look at the breathtaking view of the crater.
   • You will visit a Maasai village. It is optional to visit and explore the culture of the great Maasai community. They are known for chasing lions of their kill and hunting lions to be considered a warrior, drinking raw animal blood, though these traditions are a thing of the past. Besides drinking blood, you can surely learn something. This is an optional visit not included in the price. The entrance fee is 10 – 20 USD.
   • You will arrive in the late afternoon and do a game drive in Seronera (center of Serengeti) till late evening, and experience the sunset in Serengeti while having a close view of wild animals, lucky enough to see a predator hunting.
   • Main Destination: Central Serengeti National Park
   • Accomodation: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
   • Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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   Day 3: Central Serengeti National Park

   • After breakfast, you go on a game drive in Serengeti National Park. After lunch, you will continue with the game drive until the evening, when you’ll drive to the lodge for dinner and your overnight stay.
   • A million wildebeest, each one driven by the same ancient rhythm, fulfill their instinctive role in the inescapable cycle of life in a frenzied three-week period of territorial conquests and mating.
   • Your driver will set up a sundowner table with drinks before you head back to the lodge for dinner and your overnight stay.
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   Day 4: Central Serengeti National Park to Karatu

   • The Ngorongoro Conservation Area and the Masai Mara National Reserve across the border in Kenya protect one of the greatest and most varied collections of terrestrial wildlife on earth. It is also one of the last great migratory systems still intact.
   • You’ll have breakfast at the lodge followed by a game drive in Serengeti National Park, searching for the Big Five.
   • During lunch, your driver will set and prepare a table for your meal. After lunch, you will continue with the game drive until the evening. After the safari, you will head to Karatu for your overnight stay.
   • Accomodation: Ngorongoro Oldeani Mountain Lodge
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   Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

   • After breakfast, you will depart from the lodge with a picnic lunch and descend into the amazing Ngorongoro Crater. Explore the magnificent world of diversity that lies within, surrounded by the imposing walls that encircle the reserve. It is possible to see all of Africa’s Big Five within the crater, along with a vast array of other wildlife, including hundreds of bird species.
   • You’ll enjoy a full day in the crater on a game drive. In the evening, you will drive back and be dropped off at your hotel in Arusha.
   • The Ngorongoro Crater is the largest unbroken volcanic caldera on Earth and is home to Africa’s Big Five. Here, you can also witness Maasai tribesmen living among wild animals and experience exceptional natural landscapes.
   • Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
   • Accomodation: No accomodation (End of tour)
   • Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch (Dinner not included)
   • High demand: This safari books 4–8 weeks ahead during peak season (June–October)for Jan 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026
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   • BEST VALUE
   • $2,930/pp
   • 3+
   • High demand: This safari books 4–8 weeks ahead during peak season (June–October)for Jan 1, 2027 – Dec 31, 2027
   • Kids under 15 receive a special discount. Contact us when booking.
   • Hot-air balloon safari over the Serengeti can be added for $600/person.
   • All national park entrance fees and conservation levies
   • Accommodation as specified
   • All meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner
   • Soft drinks and bottled water (minimum 3 litres per person per day)
   • Roundtrip airport transfer
   • Transportation in a custom 4×4 safari jeep with pop-up viewing roof and guaranteed window seating
   • Expert English-speaking guide/driver (15+ years Tanzania experience)
   • Vehicle inverter for device charging, FM radio communications, electric cooler and filtered water
   • Government taxes and VAT
   • Tips for guides and cook (guideline: $10–15/day guide, $5–8/day cook)
   • International and domestic flights
   • Tanzania e-visa ($50 USD)
   • Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
   • Hot-air balloon safari in Serengeti ($600/person add-on)
   • Personal purchases, laundry and phone calls
   • Alcoholic beverages
   • Government imposed increase of taxes and/ or park fees
   • Note: We have a discount for kids under 15 years old
   • Sarah & James T.
   • United Kingdom · Feb 2025
   • ★★★★★
   • "Our guide Emmanuel was incredible — he spotted a leopard and two lion cubs that three other vehicles completely missed. The most magical experience of our lives."
   • Marco & Lucia B.
   • Italy · Jan 2025
   • "The private setup meant we could spend 45 minutes with a cheetah and cubs without feeling rushed. The lodges were far beyond what we expected."
   • David & Carol M.
   • United States · Mar 2025
   • "As first-time safari travelers, we were nervous. From the moment we arrived, Serengeti African Tours took care of everything. The Ngorongoro Crater literally took our breath away."
   • Lars & Ingrid H.
   • Sweden · Mar 2025
   • "Booked through SafariBookings and couldn't be happier. Every detail was handled perfectly. Guide Abouh is extraordinary — his knowledge of wildlife is encyclopaedic."
   • Frequently Asked Questions
   • Everything You Need to Know
   • What is the best time of year for the 5-Day Unforgettable Memories with Luxury Experience Tour? This itinerary runs year-round, but June to October is best for dry-season visibility and easier wildlife tracking. If your tour includes migration-focused zones, we guide you on the best travel window before confirmation.
   • What is the best time of year for the 5-Day Unforgettable Memories with Luxury Experience Tour?
   • This itinerary runs year-round, but June to October is best for dry-season visibility and easier wildlife tracking. If your tour includes migration-focused zones, we guide you on the best travel window before confirmation.
   • What animals am I most likely to see on this tour? On this route through Arusha, Tarangire, Serengeti, guests usually see elephants, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, giraffes, and often lions. Leopard and cheetah sightings depend on timing and luck, but your guide uses radio updates to improve chances.
   • What animals am I most likely to see on this tour?
   • On this route through Arusha, Tarangire, Serengeti, guests usually see elephants, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, giraffes, and often lions. Leopard and cheetah sightings depend on timing and luck, but your guide uses radio updates to improve chances.
   • What are the accommodation options on this tour? We use clean and trusted safari camps or lodges based on your selected comfort level and budget. Upgrades to higher-category lodges are available before departure, subject to room availability.
   • What are the accommodation options on this tour?
   • We use clean and trusted safari camps or lodges based on your selected comfort level and budget. Upgrades to higher-category lodges are available before departure, subject to room availability.
   • How many people will be in my group? Private departures are only for your booking party. Joining options are usually small groups, typically up to 6–7 travelers in a custom safari vehicle with guaranteed window seats.
   • How many people will be in my group?
   • Private departures are only for your booking party. Joining options are usually small groups, typically up to 6–7 travelers in a custom safari vehicle with guaranteed window seats.
   • What should I pack for this itinerary? Please pack neutral-color clothing, a warm layer for early mornings, sun protection, comfortable shoes, insect repellent, and personal medication. A small soft duffel and camera with spare batteries are strongly recommended.