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5 Days / 4 Nights

5-Day Northern Parks Highlights Comfort

Tanzania

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Created by Sunset Adventure Safari

5-Day Northern Parks Highlights Comfort Safari

Embark on a dream safari through the breathtaking northern parks of Tanzania! Explore the wild beauty of Tarangire, the majestic Ngorongoro Crater, and the legendary Serengeti. Witness incredible wildlife, from elephants to lions, in their natural habitats. Relax in beautiful, comfortable lodges surrounded by nature’s wonders, where the calls of the wild will serenade your evenings. This safari promises unforgettable moments, blending adventure, luxury, and the magic of Tanzania’s iconic landscapes.

Highlights

Serengeti National Park

Lake Manyara National Park

Ngorongoro Crater

Tarangire National Park

Day 1

Tarangire National Park - Baobabs and elephant herds

Karibu Tanzania! Are you ready for your first safari day? After breakfast, your driver-guide picks you up from your hotel in Arusha (or Arusha airport) and you begin your journey to Tarangire National Park. During the drive, your guide gives a short safari briefing and answers any questions you may have — this is where your story truly begins.

As you enter the park, huge baobab trees and herds of elephants dominate the landscape. Giraffes browse calmly, while zebras and wildebeest graze across the plains. With some luck, you might spot lions resting in the shade or even a leopard hidden in the branches.

Lunch is enjoyed at a scenic picnic site inside the park. In the afternoon, you continue your game drive, your guide adapts the route to your pace and interests, whether you prefer to cover more ground or spend time observing wildlife at your own rhythm.

At the end of the day, you drive to Heart & Soul Lodge. Relax on the terrace with a drink while the sun sets over the valley and the sounds of the African night slowly surround you.

Accommodation Day 1

Heart & Soul Lodge Manyara Mid-Range

Lodge

Heart & Soul Lodge Manyara is an intimate modern lodge with relaxed and elegant energy. You’ll be treated with personal attention to every request while staying in spacious and comfortable suites. The pool is surrounded by extensive lawns and interesting garden which is home to an array of birds and smaller wildlife. At night guests are charmed by the call of the hyena and other nocturnal sounds, bringing the adventure of safari close by.

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Meal Plan Lunch & Dinner Drinking water

Day 2

Lake Manyara - Flamingos and tree-climbing lions

Today you drive to Lake Manyara National Park, a compact but incredibly diverse reserve at the foot of the Rift Valley escarpment. In the forested entrance you’ll find troops of baboons and playful blue monkeys, while further on the open plains stretch out towards the shimmering alkaline lake. Here, wildebeest, zebras, and—season permitting—thousands of flamingos bring the landscape to life.

Are you looking for a unique and immersive way to experience the natural beauty of Tanzania's Lake Manyara National Park? Our walking safari is the perfect option for those who want to get up close and personal with the park's incredible wildlife and breathtaking landscapes.

At the end of our day, we'll head to our next lodge for dinner and overnight stay. You can relax on the terrace or take a dip in the pool, savoring the beauty and tranquility of the African wilderness.

Lake Manyara and the Great Rift Escarpment

Optional Day 2

Morning

Walking safari, Lake Manyara National Park

Accommodation Day 2

Heart & Soul Lodge Manyara Middensegment

Lodge

Stay again at Heart & Soul Lodge Manyara as you pass through the area.

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Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Drinking water

Day 3

Serengeti National Park - Big cats and the open savannah

After breakfast you travel to Serengeti National Park, passing through the lush highlands of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area before driving onto the endless plains of the Serengeti.

The Serengeti is one of the world's most famous wildlife destinations. In the afternoon we'll explore the vast plains in search of the Big Five and other animals like cheetahs, hyenas, and zebras. The Serengeti’s scenery is also unforgettable – observe Africa’s iconic acacia trees, the park’s golden grasslands and great piles of boulders known as kopjes.

Your guide adapts the day to your preferences: a long drive across the plains or a slower rhythm, observing behavior at waterholes and kopjes. Lunch is a picnic in the bush, surrounded by views of the savannah.
As the sun begins to set over the African savannah, it's time to head back to your lodge after a thrilling day of safari adventures. But the experience isn't over yet - the journey back to your lodge can be just as exciting as the game drives themselves. As your vehicle makes its way through the park, you might catch glimpses of wildlife that are more active in the evening hours, such as hyenas or nocturnal birds.

Optional Day 3

Early Morning

Visit the Maasai, Mto wa Mbu

Accommodation Day 3

Serengeti Wildebeest Camps Mid-Range

Tented camp

The Serengeti Wildebeest Camps offer a truly unique and authentic safari experience in the heart of Tanzania's world-renowned Serengeti National Park. Set amidst stunning natural surroundings, our camps provide comfortable and luxurious accommodations that allow you to fully immerse yourself in the beauty of the African wilderness.

At the end of a day of safari adventures, you can relax around the campfire, swapping stories with fellow travelers as the stars twinkle above. And as you drift off to sleep, surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness, you'll know that you're experiencing one of the most incredible and unforgettable safari experiences on earth.

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Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Drinking water

Day 4

Serengeti -> Ngorongoro

Today you rise early for a sunrise game drive in the Serengeti. The first light of day brings the savannah to life – lions returning from a night hunt, hyenas still active, and leopards that prefer the cooler hours of the morning. The soft light and fresh air make this one of the most rewarding times to be out in the bush.

After several hours of exploring, you slowly make your way back towards the park gate, arriving around midday. Lunch is enjoyed en route before continuing the journey towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The drive itself is part of the adventure, with winding roads, changing landscapes, and wide views over the highlands. In the afternoon you reach your lodge on the crater rim, ready for the next highlight of your safari.

Optional Day 4

Afternoon

Nature walk, Ngorongoro Highlands

Early Morning

Join us for an unforgettable hot-air balloon safari over the Serengeti. You'll take to the skies before dawn and watch spellbound as the Serengeti's savannah grasslands come to life. You'll also lose count of how many animals you see from up there.

Accommodation Day 4

Ngorongoro Wild Camp Mid-Range

Tented camp

In the southern sector of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and a little away from the busy crater rim area, Ngorongoro Wild Camp has a lovely remote feel but is just a short drive from the wildlife action. Safari tents and cottages make up the camp, which is sometimes visited by giraffes.

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Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Drinking water

Day 5

Ngorongoro Crater - Wildlife in a natural amphitheatre

Today you descend into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, one of Tanzania’s most remarkable safari locations. Formed millions of years ago by a collapsed volcano, the crater is now home to a dense concentration of wildlife in a spectacular setting.

As you drive across the crater floor, you’ll encounter a wide variety of animals – from grazing zebras and wildebeest to elephants and buffalo. With some luck, you may also spot the endangered black rhino, one of the rarest species in East Africa. Hippos can often be seen wallowing in the water, while lions rest in the grasslands nearby.

The crater’s enclosed nature makes it a natural amphitheater for wildlife viewing, with dramatic scenery at every turn. Your guide will explain the unique ecology of this area and point out fascinating animal behaviors. After a picnic lunch at a scenic spot inside the crater, you continue your exploration before returning back to Arusha (or the airport).

And while the journey ends here, our service never does. At Sunset Adventure Safari we believe that high-quality service makes all the difference. We respond quickly to every email, we are always available if you need us, and we adjust every detail of your itinerary until it feels just right.

That is our promise: to guide you personally, from the first contact until long after your return home.