5-Day Tanzania Low Season Safari

Tanzania

5 Days

Overview

This carefully crafted safari offers exceptional value and intimate wildlife encounters during Tanzania’s quieter months (April, May, and November). Designed for just two guests sharing a vehicle, the $2,027 per person journey takes you through Tarangire’s elephant-rich landscapes, the legendary Serengeti plains, Ngorongoro’s wildlife-packed crater, and Lake Manyara’s unique ecosystems – all without the crowds of peak season. You’ll witness incredible scenes from massive elephant herds to the Big Five, while enjoying personalized game drives and comfortable accommodations. The low-season timing means you’ll experience Tanzania’s breathtaking wilderness in a more exclusive setting, with better rates and unobstructed wildlife viewing. Perfect for couples or small groups, this safari combines adventure with value, offering the same spectacular wildlife encounters as peak season but with fewer vehicles at each sighting. Travelers can expect intimate moments with nature, from watching lions hunt on the Serengeti to marveling at thousands of flamingos on Lake Manyara’s shores – all while enjoying the added benefit of Tanzania’s lush green landscapes during these quieter months.

Note: This itinerary can be easily combined with a Zanzibar beach extension for the ultimate Tanzania experience.

Best time to visit: November, April, May

Duration

5 Days

Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park (120 km, 2 hours)

Pick-up from Arusha town and drive to Tarangire National Park for game viewing. This park is famous for its large elephant population and thriving herds of wildebeest and zebra. Other animals commonly sighted include impala, giraffes, eland, buffalo, gazelles, and both greater and lesser kudu. Lions and leopards are also frequently seen here. After your game drive, you’ll head to your reserved accommodation just outside the park.

Day 2: Tarangire – Serengeti National Park (280 km, 6 hours)

After an early breakfast, depart for the renowned Serengeti National Park. This vast ecosystem offers some of Africa’s most iconic wildlife experiences, where you’ll have a chance to see buffalo, elephants, giraffes, and diverse antelope species. Later, continue to your reserved accommodation inside the park for the night.

Day 3: Full Day Game Drive in Serengeti National Park

Spend a full day exploring the Serengeti’s rolling plains, on the lookout for large predators like lions, cheetahs, and hyenas, along with herbivores such as zebras and gazelles. Enjoy the immersive safari experience before returning to your camp.

Day 4: Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Crater – Karatu (170 km, 4 hours)

After breakfast, drive to the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day crater tour. The crater is a haven for around 20,000 mammals, including endangered black rhinos, and has one of the highest carnivore densities globally, featuring lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and jackals. Conclude the day with a drive to your reserved lodge in Karatu.

Day 5: Lake Manyara National Park – Return to Arusha

Enjoy a morning game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, known for its tree-climbing lions, hippos, and striking landscape within the Great Rift Valley. After your visit, return to Arusha, marking the end of your safari adventure.

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Inclusions

Accommodation and meals as per itinerary
4×4 Toyota Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof for game viewing
All sightseeing and game drives as specified
Ngorongoro Crater service fee
Bottled mineral water, soft drinks, tea, and coffee during the safari
Private English-speaking professional driver guide
Government taxes and unlimited mileage during game drives

Exclusions

International and domestic flights
Personal expenses (e.g., telephone, laundry, additional beverages)
Tips for the driver guide
Travel insurance
Visa fees
Optional balloon safari