5 Days Manyara, Ngorongoro & Serengeti Safari
Overview
This 5-day safari combines the tree-climbing lions of Lake Manyara, the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, and the vast plains of Serengeti National Park. It is a perfect choice for travelers seeking diverse wildlife, landscapes, and a complete northern circuit experience in a short timeframe.
Itineraries
Day 1: Arusha – Lake Manyara National Park
Depart Arusha after breakfast and drive to Lake Manyara National Park. Enjoy a game drive with chances to see tree-climbing lions, elephants, giraffes, and hippos. Birdwatchers will be delighted by flamingos and pelicans along the lake shore. Dinner and overnight at a lodge/camp near Manyara.
Day 2: Manyara – Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, proceed through the Ngorongoro highlands and continue to Serengeti National Park. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive across the plains before dinner and overnight at a lodge/tented camp in Serengeti.
Day 3: Full Day in Serengeti
Spend the day exploring Serengeti with morning and afternoon game drives. Look out for large herds of wildebeest and zebra, lions lounging in the sun, and cheetahs scanning the horizon. Picnic lunch in the park before returning for dinner and overnight at your lodge/camp.
Day 4: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Begin with a morning game drive in Serengeti. After breakfast, depart for Ngorongoro Conservation Area with a stop at Olduvai Gorge if time allows. Arrive at the crater rim in the evening for dinner and overnight at a lodge/camp.
Day 5: Ngorongoro – Arusha
Early morning descent into Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. Spot elephants, rhinos, hippos, lions, and large flocks of birds on the crater floor. After lunch, drive back to Arusha where the safari concludes.
Accommodation during safari
Transport in 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
Professional driver guide
Park entry fees
Meals as per itinerary
Bottled water during safari
International and domestic flights
Visa fees
Travel insurance
Tips for driver/guide and lodge staff
Alcoholic and soft drinks
Personal expenses and optional activities