Best 5 Days Tanzania Sharing Safari Itinerary 2027, 2028 & 2029
Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park – Game Drive – KaratuYour best 5 days Tanzania sharing safari begins with a morning pickup from your hotel in Arusha. You will meet your professional safari guide and other travelers joining the group before departing for Tarangire National Park.The drive takes you through the beautiful countryside of northern Tanzania, passing local villages and rural landscapes. Upon arrival at Tarangire National Park, you will begin your game drive.Tarangire is famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees and the Tarangire River, which attracts wildlife throughout the year, especially during the dry season. During your game drive, you may encounter elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, impalas and various bird species. Lions and other predators are also found in the park.You will enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated picnic site before continuing your afternoon game drive. Later in the day, you will leave Tarangire and drive to Karatu, where you will check in at your lodge or camp. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay as you prepare for the journey to Serengeti the following morning.Meals: Lunch and dinner
Accommodation: Budget or midrange lodge/camp in KaratuDay 2: Karatu to Serengeti National Park – Afternoon Game DriveAfter an early breakfast, you will check out and depart Karatu for Serengeti National Park. The journey takes you through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, offering beautiful views of the highlands, traditional Maasai settlements and open landscapes.You will continue towards Naabi Hill Gate, the main entry point for many road safaris into Serengeti. After completing the park entry procedures, you will enjoy a picnic lunch before beginning your afternoon game drive.Serengeti National Park is famous for its endless plains and remarkable wildlife populations. During your game drive, you may encounter lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, cheetahs and other animals.Your safari guide will select suitable wildlife-viewing areas depending on the season and animal movements. Later in the afternoon, you will proceed to your tented camp for dinner and an overnight stay inside or near Serengeti National Park.Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Accommodation: Budget or midrange tented camp in SerengetiDay 3: Serengeti National Park – Full-Day Game DriveAfter breakfast, you will spend a full day exploring Serengeti National Park. This day gives you more time to discover the park's different habitats and search for the wildlife that makes Serengeti one of Africa's most famous safari destinations.Your professional safari guide will plan the day's game drive according to wildlife movements and seasonal conditions. You may explore the Seronera Valley, known for its resident wildlife and excellent opportunities to spot lions, leopards and other predators.During the game drive, you may encounter elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hyenas, cheetahs and many bird species. Depending on your travel dates, you may also have opportunities to observe large herds of wildebeest and zebras moving across the plains as part of the Great Migration.You will enjoy a picnic lunch in the park before continuing your afternoon wildlife exploration. Later, return to your tented camp for dinner and an overnight stay.Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Accommodation: Budget or midrange tented camp in SerengetiDay 4: Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Conservation Area – KaratuAfter an early breakfast, you will check out and begin your journey from Serengeti National Park towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Depending on your accommodation location and departure time, you may enjoy a morning game drive as you leave Serengeti.As you travel towards Ngorongoro, you will experience changing landscapes, from the open Serengeti plains to the beautiful highlands of the conservation area. Along the way, you may encounter wildlife and enjoy scenic views of the surrounding countryside.You will have a picnic lunch during the journey before continuing towards your accommodation in the Ngorongoro area or Karatu. Upon arrival, check in and enjoy some time to relax after your Serengeti adventure.In the evening, you will enjoy dinner and an overnight stay, ready for your Ngorongoro Crater game drive the following morning.Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Accommodation: Budget or midrange lodge/camp in Karatu or Ngorongoro areaDay 5: Ngorongoro Crater – Game Drive – Return to ArushaAfter an early breakfast, you will depart for Ngorongoro Crater, one of Tanzania's most remarkable wildlife destinations. Upon arrival, you will descend approximately 600 metres into the crater for an exciting game drive.The crater supports a wide range of wildlife within its diverse habitats. During your game drive, you may encounter lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hyenas and hippos. It is also one of the best places in Tanzania to look for the endangered black rhino, although sightings cannot be guaranteed.You will enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated site inside the crater before continuing your wildlife exploration. After your game drive, you will ascend from the crater and begin your return journey to Arusha.Upon arrival, your guide will drop you off at your hotel or another agreed location in Arusha, marking the end of your best 5 days Tanzania sharing safari 2027, 2028 & 2029.Meals: Breakfast and lunch
Accommodation: Not includedBest 5 Days Tanzania Sharing Safari Inclusions
Shared 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for wildlife viewing.
Professional English-speaking safari driver-guide.
Tarangire National Park entrance fees.
Serengeti National Park entrance fees.
Ngorongoro Conservation Area and applicable crater fees.
Four nights of accommodation as indicated in the itinerary.
Meals as specified in the itinerary.
Drinking water during the safari.
Game drives in Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater.
Pickup and drop-off in Arusha.
Government taxes and applicable levies.Best 5 Days Tanzania Sharing Safari Exclusions
International and domestic flights.
Airport transfers, unless arranged separately.
Accommodation in Arusha before or after the safari.
Travel insurance.
Visa fees.
Tips for the safari driver-guide.
Personal expenses such as laundry, alcoholic drinks and souvenirs.
Optional hot-air balloon safari in Serengeti.
Additional activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
Any other services not specified under inclusions.Why Choose Our Best 5 Days Tanzania Sharing Safari?
Affordable shared safari experience: Share the safari vehicle with other travelers and enjoy an affordable way to explore Tanzania's famous national parks.Three iconic wildlife destinations: Visit Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater within one carefully planned five-day itinerary.Two nights in Serengeti: Enjoy more time exploring the famous plains, searching for wildlife and discovering different areas of the park.Great Migration opportunities: Depending on your travel dates, you may have opportunities to see large herds of wildebeest and zebras moving across the Serengeti ecosystem.Ideal for solo travelers: Join other safari enthusiasts, meet new people and share the cost of your Tanzania safari without booking a private vehicle.Professional safari guides: Explore Tanzania with experienced driver-guides who understand wildlife behavior, seasonal movements and the best areas for game viewing.Comfortable accommodation: Enjoy four nights in carefully selected lodges and tented camps, conveniently positioned along the safari route.Convenient Arusha departure and return: Start and finish your best 5 days Tanzania sharing safari in Arusha, making it easy to connect with your other travel arrangements.An unforgettable Northern Circuit experience: Discover Tanzania's diverse wildlife, landscapes and natural attractions within five exciting days.
