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5-Day Four Parks Discovery Safari

5 days Tanzania Safari

5-Day Four Parks Discovery Safari

This active five-day route is for guests who want four major northern parks in one compact safari. It combines Tarangire's elephant and baobab country, Lake Manyara's forest and lake-edge habitats, Serengeti's plains and Ngorongoro's crater floor. The pace is faster than our classic five-day safari, so it suits travelers comfortable with early starts and a longer transfer on Day 2.

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This active five-day route is for guests who want four major northern parks in one compact safari. It combines Tarangire's elephant and baobab country, Lake Manyara's forest and lake-edge habitats, Serengeti's plains and Ngorongoro's crater floor. The pace is faster than our classic five-day safari, so it suits travelers comfortable with early starts and a longer transfer on Day 2.

Route: Arusha - Tarangire - Lake Manyara - Serengeti - Serengeti - Ngorongoro - Arusha

Best for: Travelers who value variety over a slower pace

Price note: Price basis: from USD 2,050 per person, based on 2 adults sharing on a private mid-range safari. Peak-season and migration-zone departures can cost more; 4-6 travelers in one vehicle may reduce the per-person rate.

Important Booking Notes

The exact itinerary order can change because of lodge availability, road conditions, park rules or seasonal wildlife movement.Wildlife sightings, Great Migration locations and river crossings cannot be guaranteed.Accommodation is subject to availability at the time the deposit is received.Children's rates depend on age, rooming and government fee definitions; request a family quotation.Single-room supplements apply when one traveler occupies a room alone.For confirmed sales, issue a formal quotation showing total price, deposit amount, payment deadline and cancellation terms.

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Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire
Day 2: Lake Manyara to Serengeti
Day 3: Full day Serengeti
Day 4: Serengeti morning - Karatu
Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha
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Itinerary and Accommodation

5 planned days

Day 1

Arusha to Tarangire

Tarangire National Park

Leave Arusha in the morning and drive to Tarangire for a game drive among baobabs, river habitat and elephant country. After a picnic lunch and afternoon wildlife viewing, continue to Karatu for dinner and overnight. Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2

Lake Manyara to Serengeti

Lake Manyara National Park

Start early with a shorter game drive in Lake Manyara, exploring forest and lake-edge habitat below the Rift Valley escarpment. After lunch, continue through the Ngorongoro highlands and enter Serengeti. This is the longest transfer day of the package, but it allows all four parks to fit without cutting the full Serengeti day. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3

Full day Serengeti

Serengeti National Park

Spend the entire day in Central Serengeti. Your guide plans the route around current sightings, wildlife behavior and your interests, with time for big cats, plains game and photography. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Day 4

Serengeti morning - Karatu

Serengeti National Park

Enjoy a final early Serengeti game drive before leaving through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Continue to Karatu for a relaxed evening before crater day. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5

Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha

Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Descend early into Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive and picnic lunch. Ascend in the afternoon and return to Arusha. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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Group Pricing

Per Person Price by Group Size

Guide prices for private safari planning. The final quote is confirmed after availability, season, and exact routing are checked.

Travelers Per Person Estimated Group Total
1 person $ 2,050 $ 2,050
2 people $ 1,765 $ 3,530
3 people $ 1,600 $ 4,800
4 people $ 1,475 $ 5,900
5 people $ 1,415 $ 7,075
6 people $ 1,355 $ 8,130
7 people $ 1,310 $ 9,170
8 people $ 1,310 $ 10,480
9 people $ 1,270 $ 11,430
10 people $ 1,270 $ 12,700
11 people $ 1,230 $ 13,530
12 people $ 1,230 $ 14,760
13 people $ 1,190 $ 15,470
14 people $ 1,190 $ 16,660
15 people $ 1,190 $ 17,850
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Included, Not Included & Travel Tips

Included

  • +Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof for the itinerary stated
  • +Professional English-speaking driver-guide
  • +National park entry and conservation fees included in the confirmed quotation
  • +Ngorongoro Conservation Area and crater-related fees where the itinerary includes crater descent
  • +Accommodation stated in the final confirmation or an approved comparable alternative
  • +Meals as listed day by day; full board during most safari nights
  • +Bottled or filtered drinking water in the safari vehicle
  • +Airport transfer(s) when specifically stated in the confirmed package
  • +Game drives and road transfers shown in the itinerary
  • +Government taxes applicable to the quoted safari services at the time of confirmation

Not Included

  • -International flights to and from Tanzania
  • -Visa fees, passport costs and travel insurance
  • -Tips/gratuities for safari guide and lodge staff
  • -Alcoholic drinks, premium soft drinks and personal minibar purchases unless specifically included
  • -Laundry, souvenirs, telephone/data charges and personal expenses
  • -Optional activities such as balloon safari, walking safari, canoeing, cultural visits or domestic flights unless specifically listed as included
  • -Medical costs, evacuation costs and expenses caused by events outside the operator's control
  • -Any service not clearly listed under "Included" in the final quotation

Travel Tips

  • +Book early for July to October and Christmas travel dates because Serengeti and Ngorongoro rooms sell quickly.
  • +Pack neutral colors, a warm layer for early game drives, sun protection, binoculars, and any personal medication.
  • +Bring small USD notes for tips and personal purchases; card acceptance can be limited inside remote parks.
  • +Wildlife sightings depend on season and animal movement, so flexible timing improves the experience.
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