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5 Days / 4 Nights

5-Day Northern Tanzania Classic Safari

A classic safari pace across Tanzania's most diverse Northern Circuit landscapes and wildlife, from Tarangire's elephants to the Ngorongoro Crater.

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Duration
5 Days / 4 Nights
Best For
All safari travelers
Style
Camping to Luxury Lodge
Parks Visited
Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater
Overview

A classic pace across diverse landscapes

A classic safari pace across Tanzania's most diverse Northern Circuit landscapes and wildlife.

  • Classic safari pace
  • Diverse landscapes and wildlife
Lake Manyara National Park landscape
Day By Day

Your 5 days itinerary

Day 1Arusha to Tarangire National Park. Full day game drive, overnight Mto wa Mbu/Manyara.
Depart Arusha for a full day game drive in Tarangire National Park, overnighting near Mto wa Mbu or Lake Manyara.
Day 2Lake Manyara National Park game drive or cultural/nature experience. Overnight same place.
A game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, or a cultural/nature experience depending on your itinerary, overnighting in the same area.
Day 3Early morning after breakfast we depart to Serengeti for afternoon and evening game drive, overnight in Central Serengeti.
Depart for the Serengeti after breakfast, arriving in time for an afternoon and evening game drive, overnighting in Central Serengeti.
Day 4Early morning game drive in Serengeti, later afternoon drive to Ngorongoro Conservation, overnight at Ngorongoro Crater Rim.
A morning Serengeti game drive before driving to Ngorongoro Conservation Area in the afternoon, overnighting at the Crater Rim.
Day 5Full day Ngorongoro Crater game drive, with lunch at the Hippo pool; later return to Arusha.
A full day game drive inside the Ngorongoro Crater with lunch at the Hippo Pool, before returning to Arusha.
What's Included

Included in this safari

  • Professional driver-guide
  • Safari vehicle and game drives as specified
  • Park fees as quoted
  • Accommodation and meals according to itinerary
  • Drinking water during game drives where included
  • Airport/arrival transfers when specified
Not Included

Not included

  • International flights
  • Visa costs
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips/gratuities
  • Alcoholic and personal beverages unless specified
Plan Ahead

Accommodation & FAQs

This itinerary is offered across Budget Camping, Mid-range Lodge/Tented Camp, Luxury and Private/Custom categories — your quote is built around the style you choose.

Choose your style

  • Budget Camping — simple mobile tented camps
  • Mid-range Lodge/Tented Camp — comfortable, good value
  • Luxury — premium lodges and tented camps
  • Private/Custom — your own vehicle, guide and pace
How is this different from the 4-day itinerary?
This adds a dedicated day at Lake Manyara and a more relaxed overall pace, giving more time in each park rather than covering the same ground faster.
Can I upgrade to luxury lodges?
Yes — this itinerary can be arranged at any accommodation level from budget camping to luxury lodges, based on your preference and budget.
Is this a private or joined safari?
Both options are available — a private vehicle and guide for your group, or a shared departure to join other travelers.
Wildebeest migration in the Serengeti
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This itinerary can be adjusted for private groups, family safaris and special requests — and combined with Kilimanjaro, Zanzibar or a day trip beforehand. Tell us your dates and group size for a personalized quote.

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