5-Day Arusha Park, Tarangire and Ngorongoro Safari

Overview

Step into the wild on a walking safari in Arusha National Park, where your first day might bring you face to face with zebras, buffaloes, and giraffes just 100 meters away. And that’s only the beginning! Over the next 2 days, you’ll explore Tarangire, famous for its elephants and giant baobabs, and the Ngorongoro Crater, home to the highest density of wildlife anywhere on Earth.

Arrival City

Arusha
Departure City

Arusha
Meals

As Described on Day by Day itineraries

Highlights

This does not include accommodation.
pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Can be customized
Can start any day
Private tour

Day 01 :

Arrival to Tanzania

Get ready to be amazed when you step off the plane! Once you clear border control, look for a sign with your name. Our driver will be there to assist with your luggage and take you to your hotel. You'll ride in a modern, comfortable minivan with AC and soft drinks, perfect for unwinding after a long flight.

This is a private tour, and airport transfers are shared within your group. If you need an extra transfer, check with your travel manager, as additional charges may apply. We recommend coordinating arrival and departure times with your group to avoid extra costs.

Accommodation:

African Tulip Lodge

Luxury lodge located near Arusha (City)

Dinner

Luxury Hotel

Day 02 :

Arusha National Park & Walking Safari

Arusha National Park is a stunning and easily accessible safari destination in northern Tanzania. With its incredible diversity — from Mount Meru to the Momella Lakes and savannah plains — it offers a rich variety of landscapes to explore.

It’s one of the few parks in Tanzania where walking safaris are allowed. Accompanied by an armed ranger, you'll learn about the ecosystem while getting thrillingly close to giraffes, buffalo, and warthogs — sometimes just 20 to 30 meters away!

After a 1.5-hour bush walk, hop into a Land Cruiser for a classic game drive. At the scenic Momella Lakes, you’ll spot flamingos, pelicans, hornbills, ibises, and over 200 bird species.

Want a deeper look at local conservation challenges? Ask your guide to stop at the Ngurdoto Museum. Its exhibits, including poacher snares, highlight the human-wildlife conflict in the region.

Wildlife, scenery, and immersive adventure — Arusha has it all!

Accommodation:

Lake Manyara Serena Lodge

Luxury lodge located on the escarpment above Lake Manyara NP

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Luxury Tented Lodge

Day 03 :

Tarangire National Park

Today, your safari takes you to Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s most exciting wildlife spots! The Tarangire River runs through the park, attracting giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and buffaloes —along with the lions that follow them. You’re almost certain to see these majestic predators!

During the dry season, the river becomes the only water source for miles, drawing huge elephant herds. Tarangire has Northern Tanzania’s largest elephant population for much of the year (especially June to October and December to March). These gentle giants aren’t shy and often come close to safari vehicles — completely safe, as they have no natural enemies and are simply curious.

Accommodation:

Lake Manyara Serena Lodge

Luxury lodge located on the escarpment above Lake Manyara NP

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Luxury Tented Lodge

Day 04 :

Ngorongoro Crater

For this day, we recommend an early start! You can opt for your breakfast to be packed in lunchboxes so you can make the most of Ngorongoro Crater’s prime morning hours, when wildlife is most active.

Ngorongoro is one of Tanzania’s most famous parks, home to the highest concentration and diversity of wildlife per square kilometer. Expect to see buffalos, elephants, lions, wildebeests, zebras, hippos, and even elusive cats like caracals and servals. If you're lucky, you might even spot a rare rhino!

You'll enjoy lunch by a hippo lake before continuing your safari. Afterwards, you can either continue your game drive for another couple of hours or start driving directly to your next lodge.

Accommodation:

African Tulip Hotel

Luxury lodge located near Arusha (City)

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Luxury Tented Lodge

Day 05 :

Departure from Tanzania

Your driver will pick you up from your accommodation and take you to the airport. For international flights, please be ready to leave 4 hours before departure. For domestic flights, departure from the hotel should be 3 hours before your flight. Wishing you a smooth and pleasant journey!

Note: Standard check-out is 10 AM. If you need a late check-out, please inform our manager in advance.

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Breakfast

What is included in this package?

Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities
(Unless labeled as optional)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water (On all days)
2 Nights in Arusha

What is Excluded in this package?

International flights (From/to home)
Roundtrip airport transfer
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Frequently Asked Questions

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What’s Included and Excluded in Every Tour?

The inclusions and exclusions vary by tour. Each tour has its specific set of inclusions and exclusions. Please refer to the individual tour page to see what is specifically included in that tour.

What Vaccines and Health Requirements Are Needed?

The requirements vary depending on the country and nationality. For the most accurate information, please visit the page specific to your destination and consult the corresponding embassy page for the latest information.

Will My Mobile/Cellular Phone Work During the Tour?

Yes, though signal strength may vary in different areas.

What Activities Can My Kids Do While on a Safari?

A safari offers an enriching experience for children, allowing them to observe animals in their natural habitat. Some camps and lodges offer amenities for children, such as playrooms and pools, though these are not universally available. We suggest bringing activities that your children enjoy.

What Payment Methods Do You Accept?

We accept various payment methods, including card payments. For more information on acceptable payment methods, please visit our payment information page.

What If I Have Special Needs or Requirements?

We strive to cater to all requirements, such as providing wheelchair-friendly accommodation or rooms on the first floor if stairs are a challenge. Please communicate with us in advance about your needs.

What About My Special Diet and Food Preferences?

We cater to all diets, including vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options, among others. Please inform us in advance about your dietary preferences.

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tamar k

Outstanding Safari Guide and a Truly Memorable Experience with Godson We had the absolute pleasure of having Godson as our safari guide, and we couldn’t have asked for anyone better! Not only is he a highly professional guide who made sure we saw all the amazing wildlife up close, but he’s also an incredible person. He took care of everything for us and went above and beyond, even when our flight got canceled. He came back to pick us up from the airport, spent the whole day with us, and drove us back again—without expecting anything in return. Godson is kind, funny, and an absolute gem to be around. I would wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone planning a trip to Tanzania. You couldn’t be in better hands!

Nassim G

Professional, kind and wonderful guide and person Godson is a wonderful person and guide. We have loved to make our Safari with him. His availability, kindness and professionalism make our trip very good! We will come back to Arusha and for sure we will make the Kilimanjaro climbing with him

Dan Gray

Fantastic! Our safari experience was simply amazing and unforgettable. Godson was the best guide we could have ever possibly hoped for. He made sure that we enjoyed every minute of it and we did! He took care of every detail, from the moment we arrived to the moment we left, everything was organised. His knowledge of animals and parks, his patience and his politeness were second to none….and he was such good company too! We learnt so much from him about animals. When we arrived we said hi to a guide, but when we left we said goodbye to a trusted friend. So if you’re reading this review because you don’t know which safari company to choose don’t look anywhere else. Go with Godson and you won’t regret it..

Nicolò M

The real Tanzania supervisor!!! Not a guide but a piece of the family. Godson is the best tour leader there is in Arusha. His great experience allows him to know every place to find the rarest animals in the different parks you will visit. It takes care of you for every logistical, health and cultural need. Always punctual and willing to drive endless hours to satisfy your thirst for knowledge and discovery. There can be no Safari without Godson in Tanzania: the two things are closely linked. Nicolò&Silvia

erica f

Honeymoon in Tanzania This was our first Safari, organised for our Honeymoon.. and we couldn’t have dreamt a better week!If you search for an adventure, for days full of stories, curiosities and many, many animals, just book a Safari tour with Godson!We were in Tarangire, Serengeti for two nights and, last but not least, we went to Ngorongoro. Apart from the beautiful wildlife, we experienced the great kindness and humanity of Godson. Great experience: recommended!Thank you,Erica and Massimo

Pam M

Two of the most magical safari days! If you're looking for a safari guide in Tanzania, Godson is the man. He patiently answered thousands of our questions, knows everything about the physiology and habits of the animals in the park and unerring seemed to lead us always to the most amazing animal sightings. He also seems to have a magic presence with the animals, while they run from other trucks time after time they came right over to ours, for the most up close and personal encounters.

Sharlaina B

Beyond amazing, and so much better than we expected! I cannot convey how incredible this tour was! We spent 3 days in Tarangire National Park and took THOUSANDS of photos. Godson was an amazing guide, knowing just where and when to take us to specific locations. He was also extremely patient and beyond knowledgeable; answering our constant barrage of questions. I highly recommend him and Martial Adventure Safaris for an unforgettable and spectacular safari experience.

Pietro Arzenton

An unforgettable experience When we decided to do our Safari in Tanzania for the first time in our life, our travel agent told us that he wouldn’t had sold us the trip if there wasn’t Godson free from other tours. Luckly he was free and then we understood why our travel agent said that to us: even if he saw all the beauties of the savanna many many times I could see his eyes gleaming like ours when we encountered lions and other animals. He is really passionate about nature and he guided us to the best spots in the park that let me took these amazing pics. Godson is absolutely the best guide for the safari in Tanzania!

Naomi Smith

5* Tanzanian Safari Experience! Could not recommend doing the Wildlife Safari Tour enough! As a female solo traveller, I was understandably nervous going abroad alone for the first time but Godson put me right at ease and we had the most incredible time. Having done safaris in other parts of Africa before, I knew what to expect but this was like nothing else I could ever have imagined. The game we saw from day one was simply amazing and I couldn't believe how lucky we got. The service, the food, the experience, literally everything was just perfect and I'm so glad I did it. Would definitely do this again! Thank you, Godson!!

Roza

Safari trip with Godson We are SO lucky to meet Godson. Such an intelligent man, a super expert guide with endless positive vibes.We have seen so many landscapes, animals, cultures... and all of that with crazy road stories of Godso haha.Godson, we had the honor to meet you, thank you for being our guide. We are sure that our paths will cross again in a few years.And the people who read this... you may have a Safari trip... but a Safari trip with Godson is something totally different!!!** All the photos were taken with our phone**