Duration
5-Day
Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania
5-Day Tanzania Trip
Overview
This trip will take you to the best national parks in Tanzania. Ngorongoro, Serengeti, and Lake Manyara national parks. You'll get to enjoy wildlife safaris and game drives. You will see various animals like tree-climbing lions, elephants, zebras, giraffes, among others.
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Quick Facts
Route
Arusha to Arusha (City)
Via Ngorongoro Crater, Central Serengeti NP, Lake Manyara NP
Country & park
Tanzania / Ngorongoro Crater
Style
Safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Activities
game drives & evening/night game drives
Accommodation
Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge - Luxury lodge on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater – All Meals Included
Meals
All Meals Included; Breakfast & Lunch Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
$4,565 USD
$4,015 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children of all ages. Children under 4 are free.
Quote flow
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Requests are sent directly to the tour operator
If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Route
country
Tanzania
Start
Arusha (Day 1)
Day 1
Ngorongoro Crater
Day 2-3
Central Serengeti NP
Day 4
Lake Manyara NP
End
Arusha (City) (Day 5)
Tour Features
Luxury tour
This luxury tour uses lodges.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request changes to this tour.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
Suitable for all ages
This tour is suitable for children of all ages.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives & evening/night game drives
Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1
Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
Luxury lodge on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 2-3
Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Luxury lodge inside Central Serengeti NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 4
Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge
Luxury lodge on the escarpment above Lake Manyara NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 5
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Transfer to Ngorongoro Crater
You will be picked up from the hotel or airport and transferred to Ngorongoro Crater. 4-5 hours drive. If you arrive before lunch, you check in. You'll have lunch, and later enjoy an afternoon game drive. Other than being the biggest intact (unbroken) volcanic caldera on Earth, the Ngorongoro Crater is also a natural sanctuary for some of the densest populations of large mammals in Africa. Due to its enclosed nature, the Ngorongoro Crater has effectively formed its ecosystem. You'll enjoy a game drive down to the crater. Your dinner and overnight stay will be at the lodge. Luxury lodge located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Ngorongoro Crater Stay: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge Luxury lodge located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 2
Transfer to Serengeti National Park
7:00 am after breakfast, the guide will pick you up and drive to Serengeti National Park. Estimated driving time is 5 hrs. You'll arrive in time for lunch. You'll check in at the lodge and enjoy lunch at the lodge. Later, you'll go for an evening game drive. Your dinner and overnight stay will be at the lodge. Luxury lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Central Serengeti National Park Stay: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge Luxury lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 3
Morning and Afternoon Game Drives in Central Serengeti National Park
A hot air balloon safari (optional ) in the morning and an afternoon game drive. The balloon drifts with purpose, revealing hidden corners of the Serengeti that may elude those confined to the ground. The tour is a seamless blend of adventure and enlightenment, a unique opportunity to explore the vastness of the savannah from an extraordinary vantage point. The balloon safari will be followed by a bush breakfast. You'll have lunch. In the late afternoon, after lunch from 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm, enjoy an evening game drive. The wildlife is usually more active during these times of the day. Your dinner and overnight stay will be at the lodge. Luxury lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Central Serengeti National Park Stay: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge Luxury lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 4
Transfer to Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast at 7:00 am, you set off for Lake Manyara National Park. The Park is a sanctuary for hippos, giraffe, impala, and zebra, and its lake is a magnet for birdlife, including sizeable flocks of pink flamingos. You'll do a game drive, have lunch, and enjoy a night game drive. Your dinner and overnight stay will be at the lodge. Luxury lodge located on the escarpment above Lake Manyara NP All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Lake Manyara National Park Stay: Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge Luxury lodge located on the escarpment above Lake Manyara NP Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 5
Departure
You'll have breakfast at 8:00 am. You'll start your journey to Arusha. This is about 2 hours. You'll enjoy lunch in a restaurant in Arusha. You will be dropped off at a place of your choice or proceed to the airport. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Arusha (City) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks
Tour step
End of tour
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Included
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)
Excluded
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
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Arusha
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
Fly to/from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO - Check price) near Arusha. Or fly to/from Arusha Airport (ARK - Check price) via Dar es Salaam or Nairobi (Kenya)
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
East Africa Safaris
5.0 operator rating
25 reviews
East Africa Safaris is a trusted safari operator offering personalized wildlife safaris, gorilla treks, cultural tours, and luxury trips across Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania and DRC Congo. As a licensed tour operator and a member of the RTTA (Rwanda Tours and Travel Association), we uphold high safety and service standards. Request a quote for a custom itinerary, transparent pricing, and a seamless East African adventure.
Offices In
United States, Rwanda
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2025)
Member Of
Rwanda Tours & Travel Association
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Congo (DRC), Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda
Traveler feedback
Reviews
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5Wonderful safari, very good guides
We did two tours in Rwanda with East Africa Safari Tours. They were fantastic, the guides were very good and very kind, the manager was always ready to help and give the informations we needed.
Ander Izagirre · Spain
All was fantastic, untill the smallest details
We have nothing but a fantastic experience with them. All made a dah that we will never forget. With a special shoutout to our guide Sam. He knew everybody and made sure we had the best experience possible. Small detail; we saw the BiG 5 in one day!
Ruben Schaafsma · Brazil
A great experience
Sam and Bora picked us up in our hotel in Kigali. The 2-days trip was fantastic. We saw a lot of animals, the guides knew how to make our trip a great experience. They know a lot about animals and we learned a lot. Sam and Bora are incredibly friendly, professional and attentive at all time and worrying that everything was fine.
Sara · Spain
Excellent Service and great women to meet and be around
The service by far exceeded our expectations. When one member of our group had broken shoes they even would go out of their way in order to find a solution for that problem. We had a great time and enjoyed these young women ' s company.
Marianne · Germany
Practical answers
Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
Can children join this tour?
This tour accepts children of all ages. Children under 4 are free.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
You can request changes to this tour.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge - Luxury lodge on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater – All Meals Included. Meals: All Meals Included
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Arusha
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by East Africa Safaris, 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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