5 Days Lodge safari
Itinerary Summary
This 5-day lodge safari offers an exciting loop through Northern Tanzania’s diverse landscapes. Start in the beautiful Lake Manyara National Park, known for its birdlife and tree-climbing lions. Then journey to the legendary Serengeti, where you’ll spend two days exploring the endless plains teeming with predators and migrating herds. Continue to the stunning Ngorongoro Crater, a haven for the Big Five and dramatic scenery. End your safari with a drive through Tarangire National Park, famed for its elephant herds and baobab trees, before returning to Arusha. Throughout the journey, stay in well-selected mid-range lodges that provide comfort and a touch of local charm.
Full Itinerary Overview
5 Days Tanzania Lodge Safari is the perfect package for travelers seeking a deeper and more comprehensive safari experience while still keeping to a relatively short schedule. It’s ideal for holidaymakers, business travelers with extended time, couples, or anyone wanting to explore more of Tanzania’s diverse wildlife and landscapes without rushing. This safari includes 4 nights in comfortable mid-range lodge accommodations, offering a well-balanced mix of adventure, wildlife, and relaxation.
Our exciting 5 days lodge safari in Tanzania takes you through four of Northern Tanzania’s top safari destinations: Lake Manyara National Park, known for its tree-climbing lions and scenic lake views; Serengeti National Park, where the vast plains host the Big Cats and the Great Migration (seasonal); the Ngorongoro Crater, a natural wonder and UNESCO World Heritage Site with abundant wildlife; and Tarangire National Park, famous for its ancient baobab trees and large elephant herds. In just five days, you’ll witness breathtaking scenery, thrilling game drives, and some of the best wildlife sightings in Africa.
DAY 1 : Arusha – Lake Manyara National Park
Depart from Arusha after breakfast and drive to Lake Manyara National Park. Known for its lush forests, groundwater-fed springs, and tree-climbing lions, the park offers a scenic start to your safari. Enjoy a game drive spotting elephants, hippos, giraffes, and colorful flamingos along the lake shore. In the late afternoon, head to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner | Overnight: Lodge near Lake Manyara
DAY 2 : Tarangire – Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, drive through the beautiful Ngorongoro Highlands toward Serengeti National Park. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive in the vast savannah plains, home to lions, cheetahs, elephants, and the Great Migration (seasonal). Enjoy sunset views and wildlife sightings before heading to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner | Overnight: Lodge in Serengeti
DAY 3 : Full Day in Serengeti National Park
Enjoy a full day in Serengeti with both morning and afternoon game drives. Explore different habitats and follow wildlife movements, including hyenas, buffalo, leopards, and large herds of antelope. Picnic lunch in the wild allows for uninterrupted adventure before returning to the lodge for dinner and rest.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner | Overnight: Lodge in Serengeti
DAY 4 : Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After breakfast, depart Serengeti with a game drive en route as you head toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Optional visits include a Maasai village or the Olduvai Gorge museum. Arrive at your lodge on the crater rim for dinner with panoramic views of the caldera below.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner | Overnight: Lodge near Ngorongoro
DAY 5 : Ngorongoro Crater – Tarangire – Arusha
Start early with a descent into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive inside this UNESCO-listed wonder. After a picnic lunch, continue toward Tarangire National Park for a short scenic drive through its baobab-studded landscape, spotting wildlife as you exit. Then return to Arusha in the late afternoon, marking the end of your safari adventure.
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
From tree-climbing lions in Lake Manyara to the endless plains of Serengeti and the dramatic Ngorongoro Crater this 5-day lodge safari brings you face to face with Africa’s greatest wildlife. Comfortable lodges, stunning landscapes, and unforgettable game drives make it the perfect short escape into the wild.
INCLUDED
- Full board (breakfast, lunch & dinner) accommodation.
- All game drives viewing in a custom built 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser
- All park and entrance fees
- Transportation with 4×4 vehicles with viewing roofs
- Professional English-speaking driver/guide or other language as specified during the safari.
- Bottled water in safari vehicles
- Current Government taxes and levies
- 24-Hour support during the safari
NOT INCLUDED
- Internal or International flights
- Transfers to and from the airport
- Balloon excursion (US$600 pp)
- Entry visa to Tanzania.
- Travel and health insurance
- Gratuities to your guide, hotel staff, and porters
- Meals, drinks, and excursions not described in the itinerary
- Any other items of a personal nature, laundry, telephone and postage
- Item of personal Nature
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