5-Day Tanzania Wild Adventures to the Lakes and Parks
Duration
5/4nights
Group Size
Max 12
Destination
Serengeti
Type
Adventure Tour
About This Safari
Get ready to embark on an unforgettable Northern Circuit adventure, exploring the soda Lake Natron, the iconic Serengeti National Park, the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater, and the majestic Tarangire National Park. Along the way, encounter Africa’s legendary Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino—while marveling at a rich diversity of birdlife and breathtaking scenery. This journey promises incredible wildlife experiences, cultural encounters, and memories lasting for a lifetime.
Tour Highlights
Spot the Big Five in their natural habitat.
Visit the flamingo-filled shores of Lake Natron (seasonal).
Discover Tarangire's large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees.
Experience world-class game drives across the Serengeti.
Explore the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Enjoy breathtaking landscapes, spectacular sunsets, and excellent photography opportunities.
Observe abundant wildlife and diverse bird species throughout the journey.
What's Included
Included
Park fees
(For non-residents)
All activities
(Unless labeled as optional)
Meals
(As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks
(As specified in the day-by-day section)
All accommodation
(Unless listed as upgrade)
Roundtrip airport transfer
A professional driver/guide
All transportation
(Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Not Included
International flights
(From/to home)
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
Photos
5-Day Itinerary
Africa Safari Lake Natron Lodge
Lake natron
Arusha
Approx. 120 km
Approx. 5–6 hours (including crater game drive)
Lake natron
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Arusha to Lake Natron
Start your Northern Circuit adventure with a scenic drive from Arusha to the breathtaking Lake Natron, one of Tanzania's most unique destinations. Along the way, enjoy spectacular views of the Great Rift Valley, traditional Maasai villages, and dramatic volcanic landscapes. Upon arrival, explore the shores of Lake Natron, famous for its seasonal flamingo colonies, alkaline waters, and stunning scenery beneath the active Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano.
Breakfast
lunch
dinner
Activities
Scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley
Explore Lake Natron
Flamingo viewing (seasonal)
Wildlife and birdwatching
Photography
Sunset viewing
Lake Natron is East Africa's primary breeding ground for Lesser Flamingos. Flamingo sightings depend on the season and water levels. Lightweight clothing, comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, and a hat are recommended.
Lake natron
Approx. 120 km
Approximately 6–7 hours (including game drive
Central Serengeti National Park
02
Lake Natron to Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, depart Lake Natron and journey towards the world-famous Serengeti National Park. Enter the park for your first exciting game drive through endless savannah plains, home to Africa's incredible wildlife. Search for lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, cheetahs, leopards, zebras, and many more species while enjoying breathtaking landscapes. Depending on the season, you may also witness the spectacular Great Migration.
Scenic drive
Afternoon game drive
Wildlife viewing
Great Migration viewing (seasonal)
Photography
Sunset in the Serengeti
Wildlife sightings vary daily as animals move freely throughout the park. The Great Migration follows seasonal rainfall patterns and cannot be guaranteed.
Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge
Lake eyasi
serengeti national park
Approx. 120 km
Approximately 5–6 hours (including game drive)
Lake eyasi
03
Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Crater – Lake Eyasi
Enjoy a final morning game drive in Serengeti before heading to the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa's most remarkable wildlife destinations. Descend into the crater for an unforgettable game drive, where you may spot the endangered black rhino, lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, flamingos, and many other wildlife species. Later, continue to the peaceful shores of Lake Eyasi for your overnight stay.
Breakfast
lunch
dinner
Activities
Morning game drive
Ngorongoro Crater game drive
Wildlife viewing
Scenic photography
Drive to Lake Eyasi
Ngorongoro Crater offers one of Tanzania's highest concentrations of wildlife, making it one of the best places to spot the Big Five in a single day.
Farm of Dreams Lodge
Lake eyasi
Arusha
Approx. 120 km
Approximately 2–3 hours
Lake eyasi
04
Lake Eyasi Cultural Experience – Karatu
Begin the day with an authentic cultural experience at Lake Eyasi. Visit the Hadzabe people, one of Africa's last remaining hunter-gatherer tribes, and discover their traditional lifestyle. Continue to the Datoga community, well known for their impressive blacksmithing skills and rich cultural traditions. After the cultural visits, drive to Karatu for a relaxing evening
Breakfast
lunch
dinner
Activities
Visit the Hadzabe Tribe
Traditional hunting experience
Visit the Datoga Tribe
Cultural interaction
Birdwatching
Scenic drive to Karatu
The Hadzabe and Datoga communities continue to preserve their traditional lifestyles. Visitors are encouraged to respect local customs and always seek permission before taking photographs.
Karatu
Approx. 190 km
Approximately 2.5–3 hours to Tarangire, then 2–2.5
Arusha
05
Karatu – Tarangire National Park – Arusha
Tarangire National Park is famous for its large elephant population and iconic baobab trees. During the dry season, animals gather around the Tarangire River, providing exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities.
Breakfast
lunch
no accomodation
Activities
Morning drive to Tarangire National Park
Game drive
Wildlife viewing
Photography
Drive back to Arusha
Airport or hotel drop-off
Tarangire National Park is famous for its large elephant population and iconic baobab trees. During the dry season, animals gather around the Tarangire River, providing exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities.
