Tanzania Safari
Radar
Tanzania Safari
Radar
Private 5 days safari from Arusha covering Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. Travel in your own 4x4 Land Cruiser with a dedicated guide for a flexible Drive-In Drive-Out experience throughout 2026-2027.
★ 5-Star TestimonialsThis private 5 days Drive-In Drive-Out safari from Arusha takes you through three of northern Tanzania’s most rewarding wildlife destinations: Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The journey begins with Tarangire’s elephant-rich landscapes and distinctive baobab trees before continuing toward the expansive Serengeti plains. You then spend valuable time exploring the Serengeti before finishing with a game drive inside Ngorongoro Crater, where grasslands, wetlands and woodland support a remarkable concentration of wildlife. After the crater experience, you return by road to Arusha, completing a classic northern Tanzania safari circuit.
The private format gives you your own 4x4 safari vehicle and a dedicated professional guide throughout the journey. This allows the daily route to respond to wildlife sightings, seasonal conditions and your interests rather than following the fixed schedule of a shared safari. In Serengeti, your guide can focus on areas where wildlife activity is strongest, while Tarangire and Ngorongoro provide different habitats and wildlife experiences. Overnight stays are positioned in practical locations to reduce unnecessary backtracking and give you more time for game drives.
The safari is suitable for travel throughout 2026 - 2027, with each season offering a different character. The dry months can provide excellent visibility around permanent water sources, while the greener months bring fresh vegetation, dramatic landscapes and active wildlife. The location of the Great Migration also changes throughout the year, so the Serengeti portion can be adapted according to your travel dates and current herd movements. This 5 days private safari is well suited to couples, families, honeymooners, photographers and small groups who want a flexible northern Tanzania experience without the fixed schedule of a group tour.
One of the main advantages of the Drive-In Drive-Out arrangement is that the safari begins and ends in Arusha without requiring a domestic flight. This keeps the journey straightforward while allowing you to experience several major destinations by road. The changing scenery is part of the experience, from the dry woodland and baobabs of Tarangire to the open grasslands of Serengeti and the elevated landscapes surrounding Ngorongoro. With several days available for wildlife viewing, the itinerary provides a balanced combination of game drives, scenic travel and time in some of Tanzania’s most important protected areas.
This private 5 days Drive-In Drive-Out safari is built around three complementary parks. Tarangire provides strong elephant viewing and varied landscapes, Serengeti offers expansive plains and excellent predator opportunities, and Ngorongoro Crater concentrates a wide range of species into a single dramatic setting. Travelling by road throughout keeps the journey flexible and avoids the need for domestic flights.
You stay in carefully selected tented camps or lodges near or inside the parks, with full-board meals and all park fees included. The private vehicle and guide allow you to adjust departure times, extend time at good sightings, and shape each day according to current wildlife activity. The itinerary is suitable for both first-time visitors and returning travellers who prefer a classic northern circuit route completed entirely by road.
The private 5 days itinerary begins with a full day in Tarangire National Park, followed by two days exploring Serengeti National Park and a morning game drive on the floor of Ngorongoro Crater. After the crater visit you drive back to Arusha, completing the circuit by road. Overnight stops are placed to minimise unnecessary travel and maximise time on game drives. Your dedicated guide adjusts daily routes according to recent wildlife movements and your preferred pace.
Your safari departs early from Arusha heading west toward Tarangire National Park, famed for its towering baobab trees and massive elephant herds. Enjoy a full day of game viewing along the Tarangire River where wildlife gathers to drink, before heading to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight rest.
After breakfast, travel through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands toward Naabi Hill Gate, the entrance to Serengeti National Park. Following lunch, set off on an afternoon game drive across central Serengeti, searching for lions, leopards, cheetahs, and vast herds across the open plains.
Spend a full day exploring the wildlife-rich Seronera area in central Serengeti. Track predator hunting activity and witness the stunning landscapes of this world-famous park while enjoying a packed picnic lunch in the bush before continuing your afternoon game viewing until dusk.
Enjoy an early morning farewell game drive in the Serengeti before journeying to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend 600 meters onto the Ngorongoro Crater floor a unique ecosystem offering high animal concentrations and rare opportunities to spot the Big Five, including the endangered black rhino.
Relish a peaceful breakfast in the Ngorongoro Crater before starting your scenic return transfer to Arusha. En route, you can stop at local artisan markets or gift shops for souvenirs before being dropped off at your hotel according to your flight schedule.
Private 5 days packages are offered in three service levels while following the same itinerary through Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater.
Comfortable budget-to-mid-range lodges or tented camps that keep costs accessible. Private 4x4, dedicated guide, park fees, full-board meals and drinking water are included.
Upgraded mid-range lodges with better amenities and more spacious rooms or tents. Same private vehicle, guide and full itinerary for a balanced mix of comfort and value.
Higher-standard lodges or luxury tented camps with greater space and refined facilities. Ideal for travellers who want extra comfort while keeping the same private safari experience.
| Feature | Gold | Platinum | Diamond |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safari Vehicle | Private standard 4x4 safari vehicle with charging ports | Private upgraded 4x4 with charging ports and binoculars | Private premium 4x4 with extended legroom, onboard fridge and enhanced comfort |
| Private Guide | Certified professional driver-guide | Experienced professional driver-guide | Senior safari or naturalist guide, subject to availability |
| Game Drive | 5 days private game drive in Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater & Tarangire National Park | 5 days private game drive with flexible wildlife viewing | 5 days private game drive with enhanced focus on wildlife and photography |
| Lunch | Standard safari picnic lunch | Enhanced picnic lunch with a wider selection | Premium or gourmet-style picnic lunch, subject to supplier availability |
| Drinks & Refreshments | Bottled drinking water | Drinking water, soft drinks and local juice | Drinking water, selected soft drinks, coffee/tea and safari snacks |
| Accommodation | 4 Overnight accommodation included. Affordable Tented Camps. | 4 Overnight accommodation included. Mid-range lodge. | 4 Overnight accommodation included. Upper Mid-Range Luxury lodge. |
| Best For | Couples, families & Friends | Couples, families, Friends and travellers seeking added comfort | Couples, families, Friends travellers seeking added comfort |
