The 5 Day Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Tarangire Big Five Safari is Tanzania’s most sought-after Northern Circuit safari, combining three of East Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations into one unforgettable adventure.
Designed for travelers seeking maximum wildlife diversity within a manageable timeframe, this safari showcases the best of Tanzania’s renowned safari circuit. Guests experience Tarangire’s giant elephant herds and baobab-studded landscapes, the predator-rich plains of the Serengeti, and the extraordinary wildlife density of the Ngorongoro Crater.
This itinerary offers some of the highest chances of spotting the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and black rhino—while also providing opportunities to witness cheetahs, hyenas, giraffes, hippos, crocodiles, and hundreds of bird species.
Whether you’re visiting Tanzania for the first time, planning a family safari, celebrating a honeymoon, or pursuing wildlife photography, this 5-day safari delivers a complete East African safari experience.
Unlike shorter itineraries that focus on only one or two destinations, this safari combines three vastly different ecosystems, creating exceptional wildlife variety and photography opportunities.
Visit Tanzania’s most famous safari destinations.
Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti provide excellent chances of seeing all Big Five species.
Experience:
Enjoy some of Africa’s highest concentrations of wildlife.
Five days allows meaningful exploration without feeling rushed.
Your safari begins after breakfast with a pick-up from your hotel in Arusha.
Following a safari briefing, depart for Tarangire National Park, located approximately two hours southwest of Arusha.
The drive passes through local villages, coffee farms, and Maasai communities, offering a glimpse into rural Tanzanian life.
Tarangire is one of Tanzania’s most wildlife-rich parks and is particularly famous for its elephant population.
During the dry season, thousands of animals gather around the Tarangire River, creating exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities.
Begin exploring the park’s diverse habitats.
Predators such as lions and leopards are also regularly encountered.
Enjoy lunch at a designated picnic site overlooking the park.
Continue exploring Tarangire’s landscapes.
Highlights include:
Tarangire is considered one of the best elephant photography destinations in East Africa.
Accommodation in Karatu or near the Ngorongoro Highlands.
Depart after breakfast for the world-famous Serengeti National Park.
The route offers stunning views of:
Enter through Naabi Hill Gate and begin your first Serengeti game drive.
The Serengeti ecosystem covers nearly 15,000 square kilometers and hosts one of the largest concentrations of wildlife on Earth.
Search for:
Depending on the season, travelers may witness:
The late afternoon provides excellent conditions for wildlife photography.
Safari lodge or tented camp within Serengeti National Park.
Early morning is one of the best times to observe predators.
You may witness:
Explore different Serengeti habitats including:
The Serengeti supports:
Lunch in the heart of the Serengeti.
Continue tracking wildlife throughout the afternoon.
Your guide will focus on areas where recent sightings have been reported.
One of the most iconic safari experiences in Africa.
Safari camp or lodge inside Serengeti.
Enjoy a final Serengeti wildlife experience.
Morning drives often provide excellent predator sightings.
Return for breakfast before departure.
Continue game viewing while traveling toward Ngorongoro.
Travel through the conservation area and enjoy spectacular scenery.
Highlights include:
Arrive during the afternoon and enjoy panoramic views across the crater floor.
The Ngorongoro Crater is one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Africa.
Lodge near the crater rim or Karatu area.
Prepare for one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife experiences.
The crater floor supports over 25,000 large mammals in a relatively compact area.
This extraordinary ecosystem offers some of the best wildlife viewing in Africa.
Explore:
Ngorongoro is one of the few places where all Big Five species can potentially be seen in a single day.
✓ Lion
✓ Leopard
✓ Elephant
✓ Buffalo
✓ Black Rhino
Lunch surrounded by spectacular crater scenery.
Ascend from the crater and drive back to Arusha.
Drop-off at:
✓ Lion
✓ Leopard
✓ Elephant
✓ Buffalo
✓ Black Rhino
Peak wildlife viewing season.
Calving season in southern Serengeti.
Migration season.
Green season.
Yes. This itinerary offers some of Tanzania’s highest Big Five viewing opportunities, particularly in Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti National Park.
Absolutely. It is Tanzania’s most recommended itinerary for first-time safari travelers.
Nearly two full days of game viewing, including a dedicated full-day safari.
Yes. Tarangire offers exceptional elephant sightings and beautiful baobab landscapes that differ significantly from Serengeti and Ngorongoro.
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