Best 5 Days Tanzania Safari Package Adventure

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Tour Overview


Embark on the ultimate African adventure with our Best 5 Days Tanzania Safari Package. Begin with a morning pickup from Kilimanjaro or Arusha airport or your hotel, followed by a scenic drive to the Serengeti with an exciting game drive en route. Enjoy wildlife spotting, a picnic lunch, and breathtaking landscapes. Explore the Serengeti plains on a full game drive, witnessing lions, cheetahs, elephants, and large herds in action. Experience an optional early morning balloon safari over the Serengeti, then continue to Ngorongoro with a stop at the iconic Crater viewpoint. Conclude with a full day Ngorongoro Crater safari before returning to Arusha or Kilimanjaro airport.

Day by Day Itinerary

Day by Day Itinerary


Day 1 Drive to Serengeti National Park via Ngorongoro Area
Drive to Serengeti National Park via Ngorongoro Area

Start with a morning pickup from Kilimanjaro or Arusha airport or your hotel. After breakfast, drive towards the Serengeti, passing through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Stop at the Crater viewpoint to admire the breathtaking landscapes and take photos. Continue to a picnic area for a lunch break, then embark on your first game drive en route to the Serengeti. The Serengeti is one of Africa’s most famous wildlife regions, known for its vast open plains, abundant herbivores, and large populations of predators like lions, cheetahs, and leopards. Spot zebras, giraffes, wildebeest, and other wildlife along the way. Arrive at your lodge or camp in the late afternoon, check in, enjoy dinner, and relax under the African sky, preparing for an exciting day exploring this iconic ecosystem.

Dinner and overnight at Osinon Serengeti Camp
Accommodation
Osinon Serengeti Camp
Osinon Serengeti Camp tent
Osinon Serengeti Camp dining
Osinon Serengeti Camp view
Osinon Serengeti Camp preview
Day 2 Full-Day Serengeti Game Drive
Full-Day Serengeti Game Drive

After breakfast, set out for an exhilarating full-day game drive across the endless Serengeti plains. Witness the breathtaking rhythm of the wilderness as lions lounge in the golden grass, cheetahs dash in pursuit of prey, and elephants roam gracefully among vast herds of wildebeest and zebras. Pause for a scenic picnic lunch amid acacia dotted landscapes, where rivers shimmer and animals gather to drink. Continue your afternoon drive, capturing unforgettable wildlife moments and dramatic predator prey encounters. As the sun dips toward the horizon, return to your lodge, enjoy a delicious dinner, and spend the evening under the vast African sky, stargazing and sharing stories of your incredible encounters.

Dinner and overnight at Osinon Serengeti Camp
Accommodation
Osinon Serengeti Camp
Osinon Serengeti Camp tent
Osinon Serengeti Camp lounge
Osinon Serengeti Camp view
Osinon Serengeti Camp preview
Day 3 Optional Balloon Safari Serengeti Morning Game Drive Transfer To Ngorongoro
Optional Balloon Safari Serengeti Morning Game Drive Transfer To Ngorongoro

Start the day with an optional early morning hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti, floating silently above the golden plains as the sun rises and wildlife stirs below. From above, witness herds of wildebeest and zebras moving across the savannah, with predators stealthily watching in the distance a truly magical experience and unforgettable perspective of the Serengeti ecosystem. After the balloon ride (if chosen) or a normal early breakfast, embark on a short morning game drive to spot any animals missed during previous drives. Later, depart for Ngorongoro, enjoying the scenic landscapes along the way and stopping for a picnic lunch surrounded by nature. Upon arrival, visit the Crater viewpoint for breathtaking photos of the world famous Ngorongoro Crater. Continue to your lodge or camp on the crater rim, check in, relax, and enjoy dinner while admiring panoramic views of the highlands as the day winds down.

Dinner and overnight at Marera Valley Lodge
Accommodation
Marera Valley Lodge
Marera Valley Lodge gardens
Marera Valley Lodge cottage
Marera Valley Lodge dining
Marera Valley Lodge preview
Day 4 Ngorongoro Crater Full-Day Safari
Ngorongoro Crater Full-Day Safari

After breakfast, descend into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater for a full day wildlife safari. The crater, often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World,” is the largest intact volcanic caldera on Earth and hosts a unique ecosystem where thousands of animals coexist in one protected area. Explore the crater floor’s diverse habitats, spotting elephants, lions, buffalo, hippos, and large herds of wildebeest and zebras moving across the lush grasslands. Pause for a picnic lunch in a shaded area, surrounded by the sounds and sights of this extraordinary natural wonder. Continue your afternoon safari, capturing unforgettable wildlife photographs and observing predators in action. In the late afternoon, ascend back to the crater rim, returning to your lodge or camp for an overnight stay. Enjoy dinner while taking in breathtaking panoramic views of the highlands, reflecting on the incredible encounters of the day in one of Africa’s most iconic safari destinations.

Dinner and overnight at Marera Valley Lodge
Accommodation
Marera Valley Lodge
Marera Valley Lodge pool
Marera Valley Lodge room
Marera Valley Lodge dining
Marera Valley Lodge preview
Day 5 Return to Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport
Return to Arusha / Kilimanjaro Airport

After breakfast, begin the scenic drive back to Arusha or Kilimanjaro airport with BMC Tours & Safaris, stopping along the way for photos or short breaks to soak in the rolling hills, farmland, and distant mountains. Take in the stunning landscapes of northern Tanzania one last time while reflecting on the incredible wildlife encounters and unforgettable moments of your safari. Watch the sun illuminate the plains as memories of lions, elephants, zebras, and other magnificent animals fill your mind. Arrive in Arusha or at Kilimanjaro airport in the late afternoon for your onward flight, or transfer to your hotel for a comfortable stay. This marks the conclusion of your Best 5 Days Tanzania Safari Package Adventure with BMC Tours & Safaris, leaving you with lifelong memories of Africa’s breathtaking scenery, vibrant wildlife, and the magic of the Serengeti and Ngorongoro.

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Included / Excluded

Included in the Price / Excluded from the Price


Included in the Price

  • Pickup and drop-off from Kilimanjaro or Arusha airport or hotel
  • Transportation in a 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof for game viewing
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide/driver
  • All park entrance and conservation fees
  • Accommodation in lodges or tented camps as per itinerary
  • All meals as specified (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
  • Picnic lunches during game drives
  • Bottled water during drives
  • Optional Serengeti hot air balloon safari (extra cost applies if chosen)

Excluded from the Price

  • International or domestic flights
  • Travel/medical insurance
  • Visa fees for Tanzania
  • Alcoholic or soft drinks outside meals
  • Personal expenses (souvenirs, tips, phone/internet use)
  • Optional activities not specified (balloon safari, cultural visits)
Add-Ons

Optional Activities


Hot Air Balloon Safari
Hot Air Balloon Safari
Optional add-on
Guided Bush Walking Safari
Guided Bush Walking Safari
Optional add-on
Maasai Cultural Village Visit
Maasai Cultural Village Visit
Optional add-on
From
From $1,924.00
Per Person
Duration5 Days / 4 Nights
ComfortMid-Range Lodges & Camp
Group SizePrivate Safari
VehiclePrivate 4x4 Land Cruiser
TransferIncluded (Arusha / JRO)
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Quoted prices in USD per person based on private safari group size. Single Room Supplement (SRS) as indicated below.
SEASON / VALIDITY 1 PAX 2 PAX 3 PAX 4 PAX 5 PAX 6 PAX 7 PAX SRS
High Season
15 June – 31 October 2026
$4,062.00 $2,755.00 $2,402.00 $2,226.00 $2,120.00 $2,050.00 $1,999.00 $250.00
Low Season
01 November – 31 December 2026
$3,962.00 $2,680.00 $2,327.00 $2,151.00 $2,045.00 $1,975.00 $1,924.00 $225.00
Got Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions


This safari focuses heavily on Central Serengeti National Park (endless plains & predator tracking) and the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater.
Nights 1 & 2 are spent at Osinon Serengeti Camp in Central Serengeti, and Nights 3 & 4 are at Marera Valley Lodge near Karatu.
Yes! On Day 3 morning in the Serengeti, you can add an optional Hot Air Balloon flight over the golden plains.
All airport pick-ups and drop-offs at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport, as well as hotel transfers, are 100% included.
High Season applies 15 June – 31 October 2026 (starting at $1,999 per person for 7 PAX, SRS $250). Low Season applies 01 November – 31 December 2026 (starting at $1,924 per person for 7 PAX, SRS $225).