5-Days / 4-Nights Safari
Lake Manyara, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater
5-Days / 4-Nights Safari – Lake Manyara, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater
This five-day adventure is a journey through Tanzania's most legendary landscapes — a perfect harmony of forest, savanna, and crater-valley wonder. From the flamingo-filled shores of Lake Manyara to the endless plains of the Serengeti and the breathtaking depths of Ngorongoro Crater, every day unfolds like a new chapter in Africa's greatest story.
Start / End: Arusha
Destinations: 2 National Parks & 1 World Heritage Crater
Itinerary
The Northern Tanzania Signature Safari
Your safari begins in Lake Manyara National Park, a lush green paradise set against the dramatic backdrop of the Rift Valley escarpment. Wander through groundwater forests alive with blue monkeys and hornbills, and watch elephants and giraffes moving gracefully between acacia trees. On the lakeshore, pink flamingos shimmer in the light, and with a touch of luck, you may glimpse one of Manyara's famous tree-climbing lions.
Day 1
Lake Manyara National Park
Your safari begins in Lake Manyara National Park, a lush green paradise set against the dramatic backdrop of the Rift Valley escarpment. Wander through groundwater forests alive with blue monkeys and hornbills, and watch elephants and giraffes moving gracefully between acacia trees. On the lakeshore, pink flamingos shimmer in the light, and with a touch of luck, you may glimpse one of Manyara's famous tree-climbing lions.
Day 2
Lake Manyara & Serengeti (with sunset)
On Day 2, continue to the world-renowned Serengeti National Park, where vast golden plains stretch endlessly under the African sun. This is the land of the Great Migration, where millions of wildebeest and zebra roam — and predators follow. As dusk approaches, a sunset game drive immerses you in the magic of the savanna: acacia silhouettes, glowing skies, and the distant roar of lions.
Day 3
Serengeti (with sunrise)
Day 3 begins before dawn, with a sunrise game drive across the Serengeti's open plains. Morning light reveals herds of antelope, elephants bathing in rivers, and perhaps a leopard returning from its nightly patrol. The serenity of sunrise in the Serengeti is an experience words can hardly capture.
Day 4
Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater
On Day 4, you travel across the highlands toward the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater — a UNESCO World Heritage Site often called the "Eighth Wonder of the World." Descend into this ancient volcanic caldera, home to an unparalleled density of wildlife. Lions, elephants, rhinos, and hippos share this 20-kilometer-wide paradise, surrounded by towering crater walls and endless views.
Day 5
Ngorongoro Crater
Day 5 offers one final descent into the crater for an early-morning drive — a peaceful farewell to the wild before returning to Arusha in the afternoon.
You may choose to stay overnight in Arusha for a relaxing evening before your onward journey or you straight fly back to Zanzibar.
What's Included
- ✓ Private 4x4 Safari Jeep with pop-up roof
- ✓ Professional driver and guide
- ✓ All park entrance fees (as per itinerary)
- ✓ Accommodation in carefully selected lodges or tented camps
- ✓ Full board during safari (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
- ✓ Bottled drinking water during game drives
- ✓ All transfers as outlined in the itinerary
- ✓ All national park & crater entrance fees
- ✓ Government taxes (VAT) and local levies
What's Not Included
- ✗ International and national flights (flight Zanzibar ↔ Arusha can be organized)
- ✗ Visa fees
- ✗ Travel & medical insurance
- ✗ Tips for driver-guide and lodge staff (optional, at own discretion)
- ✗ Personal expenses (laundry, souvenirs, alcoholic beverages)
- ✗ Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
Why Travel with Noya Africa – Sustainable Travel
At Noya Africa, we believe that every safari can transform — both guest and place. Our journeys are crafted with intention: partnering with locally owned lodges, employing expert guides, and ensuring that your travel directly supports conservation and community livelihoods.
This is responsible luxury — authentic, ethical, and unforgettable.
Five days of discovery through Tanzania's iconic wilds — from sunrise over the Serengeti to sunset over the crater, every moment alive with wonder.
Safari durations and National parks can be customized, and domestic flights from Zanzibar to Arusha can be arranged.
