5 Day Private Camping Tarangire Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater

Overview

About this itinerary

Highlights

• A full day in the Serengeti dedicated to big cats and the Great Migration
• Tarangire's elephant herds and baobab trees
• Descend about 600 metres into Ngorongoro Crater for a full game drive
• Search for the Big Five, including the endangered black rhino
• Private Land Cruiser, professional guide and safari cook
• All camping equipment provided

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Itinerary

5 Days / 4 Nights · day to day

Each day shows where you are, what you may see and do, where you sleep and the meals. Exact sightings depend on the season and on the animals.

1. Day 1

   Tarangire National Park

   

   After breakfast in Arusha, meet your professional safari guide and depart for Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees and beautiful savannah landscapes. Upon arrival, begin your game drive through the park, discovering one of Tanzania's most remarkable wildlife ecosystems.

   Explore different areas of Tarangire in search of elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes and numerous bird species. The Tarangire River is an important water source, attracting wildlife, particularly during the dry season. Your guide will explain the behaviour of different animal species. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park before continuing your afternoon game drive.

   In the late afternoon, exit the park and proceed to your campsite for dinner and overnight. Enjoy your first camping experience, surrounded by the African wilderness, and prepare for the journey to Serengeti the following morning.

   Main destination

   Tarangire National ParkBest time: June to October, when wildlife gathers at the river

   Wildlife you may see

   ElephantGiraffeZebraWildebeestBuffaloLionBaobab treesBirdlife

   Activities

   Game drivePicnic lunch in the parkScenic drive

   Overnight

   Fanaka Lodge

   Meals

   BreakfastLunchDinner

2. Day 2

   Tarangire to Serengeti National Park: discover the endless plains

   

   After an early breakfast, depart for Serengeti National Park, travelling through the spectacular landscapes of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, enjoy views of the volcanic highlands, open grasslands and traditional Maasai communities. As you approach Serengeti, the scenery gradually transforms into endless golden plains dotted with acacia trees and rocky kopjes.

   Upon entering Serengeti National Park, begin your game drive through one of Africa's most famous wildlife destinations. Explore the endless plains in search of the African Big Five and magnificent predators, particularly lions, leopards and cheetahs. You may also encounter elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, hyenas and many other species. Depending on your travel season, your guide will focus on areas with good opportunities to encounter the Great Wildebeest Migration.

   Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your afternoon game drive, taking advantage of the photography opportunities and wildlife encounters. In the late afternoon, proceed to your campsite for dinner and overnight, surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.

   Main destination

   Serengeti National ParkBest time: Year-round; the herds move with the seasons

   Wildlife you may see

   LionLeopardCheetahElephantGiraffeZebraWildebeestSpotted hyenaBuffalo

   Activities

   Game drivePicnic lunch in the parkMaasai community and scenery

   Overnight

   Seronera Public Campsite

   Meals

   BreakfastLunchDinner

3. Day 3

   Full-day game drive in Serengeti: follow the Great Migration

   

   Wake up early and enjoy breakfast before heading out for a full-day wildlife adventure in Serengeti. Today is dedicated to exploring the park's plains, with a special focus on its famous big cats: lions, leopards and cheetahs.

   Depending on your travel season, your guide will take you towards the areas where the Great Wildebeest Migration is moving. Observe thousands of wildebeest and zebras searching for fresh grazing and water. You may also encounter hyenas, elephants, giraffes and other wildlife following the migrating herds. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness.

   Continue your afternoon game drive, with your guide selecting the best areas according to recent sightings and seasonal animal movements. In the evening, return to your campsite for dinner and overnight.

   Main destination

   Serengeti National ParkBest time: Year-round; the herds move with the seasons

   Wildlife you may see

   LionLeopardCheetahElephantGiraffeZebraWildebeestSpotted hyenaBuffalo

   Activities

   Game drivePicnic lunch in the park

   Overnight

   Seronera Public Campsite

   Meals

   BreakfastLunchDinner

4. Day 4

   Serengeti National Park to the Ngorongoro Highlands

   

   After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive in Serengeti as you gradually begin your journey towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. This is another opportunity to explore the plains, search for wildlife and enjoy the scenery of Serengeti before leaving the park.

   Continue towards the Ngorongoro Highlands, passing through landscapes where open savannah plains gradually transform into rolling hills, volcanic scenery and lush highland vegetation. Your guide will share information about the region's ecosystem and traditional Maasai communities.

   Arrive at your campsite in the Ngorongoro Highlands during the afternoon. Settle into your camping arrangements, enjoy a freshly prepared dinner from your safari cook, and relax as you prepare for the following day's Ngorongoro Crater experience. An early night is recommended for the crater descent ahead.

   Main destination

   Serengeti National ParkBest time: Year-round; the herds move with the seasons

   Wildlife you may see

   LionLeopardCheetahElephantGiraffeZebraWildebeestSpotted hyenaBuffalo

   Activities

   Game driveMaasai community and sceneryScenic drive

   Overnight

   Ngorongoro Simba A Campsite

   Meals

   BreakfastDinner

5. Day 5

   Ngorongoro Crater game drive and departure

   

   After an early breakfast, depart for the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa's most remarkable natural wildlife destinations. Descend approximately 600 metres into the crater for a game drive across its beautiful landscape. The crater is home to an extraordinary concentration of wildlife, making it one of the best places in Tanzania to search for the African Big Five.

   Explore the crater floor in search of lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas and the endangered black rhino. Your guide will take you through different habitats, including open grasslands, woodland, swamps and lakes, with excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing and photography. Enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated picnic site surrounded by the crater scenery.

   In the afternoon, ascend the crater walls and begin your return journey to Arusha, Moshi, Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, depending on your departure arrangements. Your guide will ensure a comfortable transfer according to your flight schedule, bringing your five-day private camping safari to a conclusion.

   Main destination

   Ngorongoro Conservation AreaBest time: Year-round; driest from June to October

   Wildlife you may see

   LionElephantBuffaloHippoZebraWildebeestSpotted hyenaBlack rhino (rare)

   Activities

   Ngorongoro Crater game driveGame drivePicnic lunch in the parkBush flightTrekkingScenic drive

   Meals

   BreakfastLunch

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