Duration
5-Day
Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania
You will embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Tanzania's wilderness with our 5-day safari tour. You'll experience the awe-inspiring spectacle of the Serengeti wildebeest migration, explore the majestic landscapes of Ngorongoro Crater, and witness the unique tree-climbing lions of Lake Manyara. Our mid-range tour promises an immersive wildlife experience coupled with comfortable accommodations and expert guides.
Plan snapshot
Duration
5-Day
Route
Arusha to Arusha
Via Lake Manyara NP, Central Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Highlands
Country & park
Tanzania / Ngorongoro Crater
Style
Safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
18 years
Activities
game drives
Accommodation
Africa Safari Manyara Escarpment Camp - Mid-range tented camp on the escarpment above Lake Manyara NP – Lunch & Dinner Included
Meals
Lunch & Dinner Included; All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
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Currency
USD
Rates
USD
Before booking
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This luxury tour uses tented camps.
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request changes to this tour.
Solo travelers cannot book this private tour.
The minimum age for this tour is 18 years.
Day 1
Mid-range tented camp on the escarpment above Lake Manyara NP – Lunch & Dinner Included
Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 2-3
Luxury tented camp inside Central Serengeti NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 4
Luxury tented camp inside Ngorongoro Highlands – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 5
(No accommodation)
All Meals Included
Tour step
A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
You will have a morning pick you up from your hotel and drive to Lake Manyara National Park a full-day game drive in the park. Your driver will set and prepare the table for a fully hot meal lunch of soup bread rolls, main dish, and fruit salad followed by a glass of wine, tea, and coffee. After lunch, you'll continue with a game drive till evening. You'll check in to the camp for dinner and an overnight stay. Manyara provides the perfect introduction to Tanzania’s birdlife. More than 400 species have been recorded, and even a first-time visitor to Africa might reasonably expect to observe 100 of these in one day. A narrow belt of acacia woodland is the favored haunt of Manyara’s legendary tree-climbing lions and impressively tusked elephants. Mid-range tented camp located on the escarpment above Lake Manyara NP Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
You will depart after breakfast and drive to Serengeti to try to catch and view the great migration. In the afternoon, your driver will make a great place where he will set and prepare the table for a full hot lunch of soup, bread rolls, main dish, and fruit salad followed by a glass of wine, tea, or coffee. At this point, you will meet other guests from other companies. Our services are 5-star. After lunch in the afternoon, you will enjoy a game drive viewing the great migration. In the evening, you will check in to the camp or lodge for dinner and an overnight stay. Serengeti National Park is well known for its healthy stock of other resident wildlife, particularly the Big Five named for the five most prized trophies taken by hunters. The Serengeti is believed to hold the largest population of lions in Africa due in part to the abundance of prey species. Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
After breakfast at the camp, you will leave for a full-day game drive to Serengeti National Park searching for the Big Five. In the afternoon, your driver will set and prepare the table for a full hot lunch of soup, bread rolls, main dish, and fruit salad followed by a glass of wine, tea, or coffee. In the late afternoon, you will drive back to the camp for dinner and an overnight stay. The great migration contains a million wildebeests, each one driven by the same ancient rhythm, fulfilling its instinctive role in the inescapable cycle of life. It is a frenzied three-week bout of territorial conquests and mating survival of the fittest as 40km (25 miles) long columns plunge through crocodile-infested waters on the annual exodus north replenishing the species in a brief population explosion that produces more than 8,000 calves daily before the 1,000 km (600 mile) pilgrimage begins again. Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
After breakfast at the camp, you will leave for a full-day game drive at Serengeti National Park searching for the Big Five. In the afternoon, your driver will set and prepare the table for a full hot lunch of soup, bread rolls, main dish, and fruit salad followed by a glass of wine, tea, or coffee. In the late afternoon, you'll leave Ngorongoro Conservation Area and go back to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay. Today the Serengeti National Park, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, and the Masai Mara National Reserve across the border in Kenya protect the greatest and most varied collection of terrestrial wildlife on earth, and one of the last great migratory systems still intact. Luxury tented camp located inside Ngorongoro Highlands All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
After an early breakfast from the lodge, you'll drive inside the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day crater tour. At the crater, your driver will set and prepare the table for a full hot lunch of soup, bread rolls, main dish, and fruit salad followed by a glass of wine, tea, or coffee. After lunch, you will proceed with a game drive till late afternoon when you'll drive back to Arusha for a drop-off. The jewel in Ngorongoro's crown is a deep, volcanic crater. It is the largest unflooded and unbroken caldera in the world. It is about 20 km across, 600 meters deep, and 300 sq km high. The Ngorongoro Crater is a breathtaking natural wonder. You will visit Lake Magadi, a large but shallow alkaline lake in the southwestern corner which is one of the main features of the crater. A large number of flamingos, hippos, and other water birds can usually be seen here. All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tour step
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
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
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water (On all days)
International flights (From/to home)
Roundtrip airport transfer
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
Offered by
Gosheni Safaris Africa is a locally-owned company based in Tanzania, East Africa. We own our vehicles and employ our own drivers and guides hence, we can provide cost right away and our prices are more competitive as we do not pay for commissions for third party agencies. We are also a recipient of Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence award from 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 , and 2019 respectively
Offices In
Tanzania, United States
Size
50-100 employees (Founded in 2009)
Member Of
ATTA & TATO
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Tanzania
Traveler feedback
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5My guide is Hassan, who is experienced and knows lots of knowledge. Traveling in Africa has given me the most unforgettable experience of my life. Every corner of this land is full of magic and warmth. The vast and wild scenery takes my breath away — golden sunsets, endless grasslands, and clear skies make me feel close to nature. What touches me most is not only the amazing views but also the kindness of the local people. Their simple and happy lives, bright smiles, and sincere greetings make me feel warm and welcome. I have tasted special local food, listened to wonderful music, and enjoyed the peaceful rhythm of life here.
Enze · China
My friends and I went on a 6-day safari, and the entire experience was absolutely amazing. Our guide, Bariki, was exceptional- we couldn’t have asked for anyone better. He is incredibly knowledgeable about history, culture, plants, and, of course, animals. He patiently answered all our questions, no matter how silly they were. As someone who loves animals, I learned so much from him, especially about animals behaviours and was amazed by all the fascinating facts I had never heard before. Without explanations, an animal might just seem like it’s standing there—but with Bariki’s insights, every sighting became meaningful and moving. He is also fantastic at spotting animals from a distance and knows exactly how to approach them without disturbing or threatening them. Thanks to him, we saw a wide variety of wildlife, including the Big 5, the ‘Ugly 5,’ and even a rare lesser kudu! One of the highlights was witnessing a cheetah successfully hunt a gazelle, it was so thrilling! Thanks again to Bariki for an unforgettable trip, and to also Herman for helping us plan everything so smoothly. I would highly recommend Gosheni and Bariki to anyone looking for an incredible safari experience, and I would definitely come back!
Laura Tedjasukmana · Canada
The safari was insane, we saw 14 cheetahs, 4 leopards and over 40 lions not to mention hundreds of other animals. Our guide Samir was very skilled at tracking animals and positioning us just right to take the best pictures. Samir was also very attentive to all our needs - he even went out of his way to organize a little celebration for us for our wedding anniversary during the trip. The car was very comfortable as well and Samir was a great driver! While plenty of other drivers got stuck in muddy conditions, Samir was only involved in rescuing a few! Overall, it was a great safari experience and we would highly recommend Gosheni and Samir.
Natasha · United States
This entire trip exceeded all of our expectations. We did a 6-day safari during the February calving season, visiting Ndutu, Central Serengeti, and Ngorongoro as a group of four. Highly recommended Ndutu during calving season as this is only area can do off-road game drive, which allows you to see animals extremely close. Before booking, I contacted 30 safari operators that I shortlisted and compared everything — accommodations, vehicles (AC was important to us), pricing, and communication. Gosheni stood out immediately for their professionalism and responsiveness. A big thanks to Herman for helping us choose the best travel window to reduce the chance of heavy rain while maximizing our chances of seeing newborn animals. His communication was prompt, and he handled every question and adjustment quickly and professionally while we refined the itinerary. And a huge shout-out to our guide, Bariki — he truly made our dream safari come true. First, his knowledge and professionalism were outstanding. His understanding of the Serengeti ecosystem is incredibly deep. He can spot animals from miles away, knows their territories, and always knew how to track the specific animals we hoped to see. Every sighting came with fascinating explanations of animal behaviour, and he patiently answered every question we had — even random questions about plants we noticed along the road. Second, his driving and problem-solving skills were exceptional. This turned out to be incredibly important on the muddy and flooded roads of Ndutu and the Serengeti. He always knew alternative routes, could quickly adjust plans when conditions changed, and consistently got us to the right place at the right time. Finally, he has a fantastic eye for photography and safari experience. He knew the best angles, positioned the vehicle perfectly for lighting, and helped us capture amazing photos throughout the trip. During our 5 days of game drives (plus 1 transit day), we saw everything we hoped for and more: the Big Five, cheetahs, leopards, giraffes, hyenas, hippos, wildebeest, zebras, many birds and antelope — and baby animals almost everywhere thanks to calving season. The highlight of the trip was witnessing a successful cheetah hunt, which was unforgettable. Thanks to Bariki again for spotting and predicting the hunting! I arrived hoping to see specific animals and behaviours, and left with so much knowledge, appreciation, and love for safari. We will definitely be back for another trip.
Layna Du · Canada
Practical answers
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour is unavailable for children.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request changes to this tour.
Africa Safari Manyara Escarpment Camp - Mid-range tented camp on the escarpment above Lake Manyara NP – Lunch & Dinner Included. Meals: Lunch & Dinner Included
This tour starts and ends in Arusha
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
Operator policy
This tour is offered by Gosheni Safaris Africa, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
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