5 Day Family private safari to Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro crater

Overview

This 5-day family private safari offers an unforgettable journey through Northern Tanzania’s top wildlife destinations. Starting in Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant herds and baobab trees, the adventure continues to the vast plains of Serengeti for exceptional game viewing. The trip concludes with a visit to the Ngorongoro Crater, home to a dense population of wildlife including the Big Five. With private transport and a dedicated guide, this safari ensures a personalized and comfortable experience ideal for families.

Day to Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Depart from Arusha in the morning and drive to Tarangire National Park via the Arusha-Dodoma highway. Optional stop at a supermarket for last-minute shopping.
Upon arrival, your guide will handle park entry formalities before starting your first game drive.
Expect to see large herds of elephants, baobab trees, and diverse wildlife.
Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park and continue with an afternoon game drive.
Later, proceed to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 2: Tarangire to Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, depart for Serengeti National Park, passing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Enjoy scenic views along the way and spot wildlife as you approach Serengeti.
Upon arrival, begin your afternoon game drive in the vast plains.
Later in the day, head to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight.

Day 3: Full Day in Serengeti National Park

Start with an early morning game drive to catch wildlife at its most active.
Return for breakfast, then continue with a full-day game drive across the Serengeti plains.
Look out for lions, elephants, cheetahs, leopards, giraffes, wildebeests, and more.
Lunch will be served picnic-style in the bush.
In the evening, return to your lodge or camp for dinner and rest.

Day 4: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in the Serengeti.
Explore areas like the Seronera River Valley or others based on your guide’s expertise.
Begin your journey to Ngorongoro Conservation Area in the afternoon.
Arrive in the evening and settle in for dinner and overnight.

Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

After an early breakfast, descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive.
The crater offers a chance to see a variety of wildlife including the rare black rhino.
Enjoy a picnic lunch at the hippo pool.
Ascend from the crater and begin your return drive to Arusha, arriving by late afternoon.

Inclusion

• Park fees(For non-residents)
• All activities(Unless labeled as optional)
• All accommodation(Unless listed as upgrade)
• A professional driver/guide
• All transportation(Unless labeled as optional)
• All Taxes/VAT
• Roundtrip airport transfer
• Meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
• Drinks(As specified in the day-by-day section)

Exclusion

• International flights(From/to home)
• Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
• Tips(Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
• Personal items(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
• Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees