Locally owned safari company · Pangani Street, Arusha

Mid-range safari · Private

5-Day Exclusive Tanzania Anniversary Safari Experience

Five days to celebrate: Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, at your own pace. Private vehicle and guide, mid-range lodges and tented camps. Nights at Suricata Boma Lodge and Land of Nature Camp.

  • 5 days
  • Tarangire · Serengeti · Ngorongoro Crater
  • Park fees included

From$2,148per person, two travelling

Trip overview

Your safari at a glance

  • Length5 days · 4 nights
  • GroupPrivate
  • StayLodges and tented camps
  • Getting aroundPop-up-roof Land Cruiser
  • Starts and endsArusha → Arusha
  • Best monthsJul – Sep
  1. StartArusha
  2. Tarangire
  3. Serengeti
  4. Ngorongoro Crater
  5. EndArusha

Where you go

Route map

Your route

  1. 1Start Arusha
  2. 2Tarangire
  3. 3Serengeti
  4. 4Ngorongoro Crater
  5. 5End Arusha

Approximate route between stops.

Itinerary

Day by day

  1. Day1Tarangire Day 1 · TarangireArusha to Tarangire National Park We’ll pick you up from your hotel and drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its ancient baobab trees and large elephant herds. Enjoy a game…Lunch & dinner, (Breakfast not included), All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)Suricata Boma Lodge Read the full dayShow less

    We’ll pick you up from your hotel and drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its ancient baobab trees and large elephant herds. Enjoy a game drive through varied landscapes with chances to spot giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and possibly lions or leopards. Lunch will be at the scenic Tarangire River picnic site, where monkeys and baboons roam. After the safari, continue to your lodge in Mto wa Mbu for the night.

    TonightSuricata Boma LodgeLunch & dinner, (Breakfast not included), All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)
  2. Day2Serengeti Day 2 · Ngorongoro Crater · SerengetiMto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park After breakfast, drive from Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti via the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive in the Seronera region, known for rich…All meals included, All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)Land of Nature Camp Read the full dayShow less

    After breakfast, drive from Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti via the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive in the Seronera region, known for rich wildlife and year-round game viewing. After lunch, enjoy an afternoon game drive across the plains, with chances to spot lions, leopards, and cheetahs. Witness a stunning Serengeti sunset before heading to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay at land of nature camp.

    TonightLand of Nature CampAll meals included, All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)
  3. Day3Serengeti Day 3 · SerengetiSerengeti National Park The Serengeti is Tanzania’s most iconic national park, known for its vast open plains and incredible wildlife. It’s home to large populations of…All meals included, All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)Land of Nature Camp Read the full dayShow less

    The Serengeti is Tanzania’s most iconic national park, known for its vast open plains and incredible wildlife. It’s home to large populations of lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and many other species. The park offers spectacular game drives through varied landscapes of grasslands, acacia woodlands, and rocky outcrops. With its rich biodiversity and stunning scenery, the Serengeti promises an unforgettable safari experience year-round.

    TonightLand of Nature CampAll meals included, All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)
  4. Day4Serengeti Day 4 · SerengetiSerengeti National Park to Karatu After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive in the Serengeti, exploring its vast plains and spotting a variety of wildlife. Around midday,…All meals included, All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)Farm of Dreams Lodge Read the full dayShow less

    After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive in the Serengeti, exploring its vast plains and spotting a variety of wildlife. Around midday, you'll have a packed lunch in a scenic picnic area. Afterward, begin your transfer game drive through the park, continuing to enjoy wildlife sightings along the way. By late afternoon, exit the Serengeti and head toward Karatu, where you’ll check in at Farm of Dreams Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

    TonightFarm of Dreams LodgeAll meals included, All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor)
  5. Day5Ngorongoro Crater Day 5 · Ngorongoro CraterNgorongoro Crater to Arusha After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a day of wildlife viewing. This unique area is home to elephants, buffalo, zebras,…All meals included, All drinks, (Except for spirits/liquor) Read the full dayShow less

    After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a day of wildlife viewing. This unique area is home to elephants, buffalo, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, and a high concentration of predators like lions and hyenas. Visit Lake Magadi, where flamingos and waterbirds gather. Enjoy stunning views and close animal encounters in this natural wonder. In the afternoon, begin your drive back to Arusha or an airport drop-off.

Want a different order, an extra night or another lodge? Every day here can change. Ask us to adjust it

Where you sleep

Properties used for this safari

  • Night 1

    Mid-range lodge · Tarangire

    Suricata Boma Lodge

    En-suite rooms · Inside or close to the park · Meals as listed in the itinerary

    1 night · or similar
    Ask about it
  • Nights 2–3

    Mid-range lodge · Serengeti

    Land of Nature Camp

    En-suite rooms · Inside or close to the park · Meals as listed in the itinerary

    2 nights · or similar
    Ask about it
  • Night 4

    Mid-range lodge · Serengeti

    Farm of Dreams Lodge

    En-suite rooms · Inside or close to the park · Meals as listed in the itinerary

    1 night · or similar
    Ask about it

Mid-range lodges and tented camps have en-suite rooms and are inside or close to the parks. Names are confirmed in your written itinerary.

What it costs

Safari pricing

Price per person in US dollars by number of people travelling together
Accommodation1 person2 peopleBest valueQuote
Mid-range lodgesOn request$2,148Get quote
  • Per person, sharing. The vehicle and guide cost the same for two or six, so bigger groups pay less each.
  • Children under 15 pay less, and solo travellers pay a supplement. We include both in your quote.
  • Deposit to confirm: 20% for camping safaris, 40% for lodge safaris.

The fine print

What the price covers

Included

  • Park fees (non-residents)
  • All activities
  • All accommodation
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Meals
  • Drinks

Not included

  • 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

In pictures

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Good to know

Questions about this safari

Is this safari private?

Yes. The vehicle and guide are only for your group, for parties of up to 2 people. Larger groups: ask us.

When can it start, and can we change it?

It can start on any day that suits you, and we can change the lodges, the order of the parks or the number of nights.

Can children come?

This trip is for adults only. Ask us about our family safaris instead.

Can I book it on my own?

Not as a solo traveller: the price is for two or more. Ask us about joining a group safari instead.

Are airport transfers included?

We can arrange them for a small extra cost. Tell us your flight times.

Is this safari private?

Check the Group label at the top of the page. Private means the vehicle and guide are only for your group. Shared means up to 6–7 guests in the vehicle.

Can we choose the lodges?

Yes. We suggest lodges for the season and your budget and name them in the written itinerary before you pay a deposit.

Another question?

Our planners in Arusha are happy to help on WhatsApp.

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Before you go

Clothing

  • Light layers in khaki, green or beige
  • A warm fleece for early drives and the crater rim
  • Long sleeves for the evenings
  • Sun hat

Footwear

  • Comfortable closed shoes
  • Sandals for camp or the lodge

Gear

  • Binoculars, one pair each if you can
  • Camera with a spare battery and memory card
  • Soft bag rather than a hard suitcase
  • Power bank

Health

  • Sunscreen and lip balm
  • Insect repellent
  • Personal medication
  • Hand sanitiser

Guest reviews

Travellers on travelling with Makini

5.0Excellent · 105+ reviews

  • The communication with the company was very good, and we were in good hands from the minute we arrived… we got a lot of value for the money.

    Saudat N. TripAdvisor
  • The communication with Lucas via WhatsApp was always very friendly, direct and immediate… our tour guide Aboh was very familiar with all animals and plants.

    Godfrey M. TripAdvisor
  • Great value local Tanzanian operator that provided an unforgettable safari experience.

    Damas F. TripAdvisor

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