5-day Serengeti Tour with Ngorongoro crater
5-day Serengeti Tour with Ngorongoro crater
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Overview
Experience the ultimate 5-day Serengeti tour with Nihapa Tours, a leading family-owned operator based in Arusha, Tanzania. This immersive journey explores Serengeti National Park’s vast plains and Ngorongoro Crater’s wildlife-rich caldera, offering a perfect blend of adventure and luxury. Witness the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, rhino) and the Great Wildebeest Migration (season-dependent) on this 5-day Serengeti tour. Book with Nihapa Tours for a sustainable, expert-guided adventure starting today!
Tour Highlights
- Departure and Return Place: We can start/end this tour from any hotel in Moshi/Arusha or from Kilimanjaro International Airport(Google Maps)
- Departure Time: Please be ready by 6:45 AM for a prompt departure at 7:15 AM.
- Return Time: Approximately 4:30 PM in the evening.
- Dress Code: Casual. Comfortable athletic clothing, a hat, and spare clothing.
- Customizations: Can be amended/customized upon request, to suit your requirements
- Extensions: Trip Extensions are available on request
- Season: The Dry season (from late June to October) offers the best wildlife viewing in general, with the wildebeest migration as its absolute highlight. The timing of the migration varies every year (the best chance of seeing it is during June and July), while the wildebeest calving is from late January to February.
Why Choose Nihapa Tours for Your 5-Day Serengeti Tour?
Nihapa Tours transforms your 5-day Serengeti tour into an unforgettable experience with:
- Expert Local Guides: Guides like Fadhili provide deep insights into Serengeti and Ngorongoro’s wildlife and ecosystems.
- Luxury Stays: Enjoy Melia Serengeti Lodge and Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge, offering comfort with stunning views.
- Eco-Friendly Approach: Partnered with Nature Steward and Partners, we prioritize sustainability and local community support.
- Private 4×4 Vehicles: Travel in well-equipped jeeps with pop-up roofs for optimal game viewing during your 5-day Serengeti tour.
- Seamless Planning: We manage permits, meals, and logistics for a hassle-free trip.
- 24/7 Support: Contact us at +255 786 261 927 or info@nihapatours.com anytime.
Destination Highlights
This Serengeti tour focuses on Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater, two of Tanzania’s most iconic destinations:
- Serengeti National Park: Explore the Seronera area, known for its predator-rich plains, including lions, leopards, and cheetahs, and the Seronera River that sustains diverse wildlife.
- Ngorongoro Crater: Descend into this UNESCO World Heritage Site, a natural enclosure teeming with rhinos, elephants, and flamingos, offering a compact wildlife spectacle.
- Great Migration: Catch the Migration’s river crossings (June–July) or calving season (December–March), a highlight of your Serengeti tour.
- Big Five Encounters: Spot all five iconic species with expert guidance, enhancing your Serengeti and Ngorongoro adventure.
Your 5 days Serengeti trip includes all meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) during core days, with non-alcoholic drinks and packed lunches for game drives. Optional add-ons, like a Zanzibar beach trip or a Kilimanjaro hike, can extend your Tanzanian journey.
Best Time for Your 5-Day Serengeti Tour
Maximize your Serengeti tour with the right timing:
- Dry Season (June–October, January–February): Perfect for wildlife viewing as animals congregate around waterholes, ideal for clear sightings.
- Wet Season (April–May): Offers lush landscapes, fewer crowds, and lower costs, though light rain may occur.
- Migration Highlights: Plan for June–July for river crossings or December–March for calving to elevate your 5-day Serengeti tour.
Pricing for Your 5-Day Serengeti Tour
Nihapa Tours offers tailored pricing:
- Luxury Lodges: $3,500–$5,000 per person (based on double occupancy, season, group size).
- Private Tours: $600–$900 per person per day.
Contact Nihapa Tours for a personalized 2025 quote and exclusive 5-day Serengeti tour deals, ensuring a premium experience.
Travel Tips for Your 5-Day Serengeti Tour
- Packing: Bring lightweight clothing, a hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, binoculars, and a camera for your 5-day Serengeti Trip.
- Visa: Apply for a Tanzanian e-Visa online before travel.
- Vaccinations: Consult a travel clinic for yellow fever, hepatitis A/B, typhoid, and malaria prophylaxis.
- Safety: Follow your guide’s instructions and carry a local SIM card for emergencies.
- Language: English is widely spoken; learn Swahili phrases like “Asante” (Thank you) to connect with locals.
Why Book Your 5-Day Serengeti Tour with Nihapa Tours?
Nihapa Tours, based in Arusha, is celebrated for its sustainable, personalized safaris. Clients rave about our guides, like Fadhili, and luxury stays at Melia Serengeti and Ngorongoro Serena. Our partnership with Nature Steward and Partners ensures your 5-day Serengeti Adventure supports conservation. Trust Nihapa for a seamless journey through Serengeti and Ngorongoro’s wonders.
Book Your 5 Days Serengeti Tour Now!
Call/WhatsApp: +255 786 261 927
Email: info@nihapatours.com
Secure exclusive 2025 offers for your 5-day Serengeti tour with Nihapa Tours today!
Costs Includeds/Excludes
- All Mentioned Safari Activities
- Air Ambulance Service by AMREF Flying Doctors
- Airport Pick-up and Drop-off Transfers
- Hotel Accommodations According to the Itinerary
- Transportation in 4×4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof for easy game viewing and photography
- All Park Fees
- Experienced English-speaking safari guide
- All Meals according to the Itinerary
- Bottled water and soft drinks throughout the tour
- Binocular (1 per Vehicle)
- Medical kit
- All Taxes on Tour Fees & Services
- Crew salaries
- Air tickets
- Visa fees
- Lunch and dinner in hotel (only before and after safari)
- Travel insurance
- Tips to your safari guide ($25-45 per day per car)
- Other optional activities
- Personal expenses
Day 1 Arusha to Central Serengeti
Your 5-day Serengeti tour begins at 8:00 AM with a pickup from your Arusha hotel. Drive 240 km (6 hours) to Serengeti National Park, where endless plains merge with the horizon. Covering 14,763 sq km, Serengeti hosts the Big Five and the largest concentration of plains game in Africa. In the Seronera area, spot lion prides, leopards, and impalas near the Seronera River, with granite “Kopjes” offering shelter to diverse flora and fauna. Enjoy a picnic lunch during your game drive, followed by dinner and overnight at Melia Serengeti Lodge.
Day 2&3 Central Serengeti
Spend two days exploring Central Serengeti on your 5-day Serengeti tour. Choose a full-day game drive (9:00 AM to 6:00 PM) with a packed lunch, or an early morning drive at 6:00 AM, returning for breakfast, then an afternoon drive. Seronera’s rich habitats attract wildlife year-round, with thriving lion prides and the Great Migration (June–July or December–March). Picnic lunches enhance your experience, and each day ends with dinner and rest at Melia Serengeti Lodge.
Day 4 Central Serengeti to Ngorongoro
After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive in Serengeti, then head to Ngorongoro Conservation Area with a picnic lunch. The Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest collapsed volcanic crater, spans 14 km and shelters 30,000 animals amidst extinct volcanoes and watering holes. Conclude the day with dinner and overnight at Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge on the crater rim.
Day 5 Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
Start at 6:30 AM with a 5-hour game drive in Ngorongoro Crater, covering 260 sq km with a depth of over 2,000 feet. Spot elephants, rhinos, hippos, cheetahs, and lions, with a picnic lunch at Hippo Pool. Ascend the crater and drive 4 hours back to Arusha, arriving by 6:00 PM for drop-off, ending your 5-day Serengeti tour with unforgettable memories.
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Tour Pricing
| Number of People | Cost Per Person in US($) Budget Camping | Cost Per Person in US($) Standard |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | on Request | $6,419 |
| 2 People | on Request | $5,434 |
| 3 People | on Request | $5,093 |
| 4 People | on Request | $4,109 |
| 5 + People | on Request | $3,597 |
Tour Accommodations
| Tour Day | Budget Camping Package | Standard Package |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | On request | Melia Serengeti Lodge. |
| Day 2 | On request | Melia Serengeti Lodge. |
| Day 3 | On request |
Melia Serengeti Lodge. |
| Day 4 | On request |
Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge |
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