This 5-day group joining safari takes you from Arusha through Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara. Experience Tanzania’s largest elephant population, the endless Serengeti plains, and the remarkable tree-climbing lions of Manyara.
A Tour That Stays With You Forever
Enjoy thrilling game drives, stunning landscapes, and nights under canvas, making this one of East Africa’s most complete wildlife journeys.
Highlights
- Experience Tarangire's elephants and ancient baobab trees.
- Explore the endless plains and wildlife of the Serengeti.
- Spot predators in Ngorongoro Crater, including lions and rhinos.
- See rare tree-climbing lions in Lake Manyara National Park.
- Visit a Maasai village for an authentic cultural encounter.
5-day Group Joining Safari
Tanzania has a way of getting under your skin. Let’s explore your 5-day group joining safari itinerary.
Distance: 45km | Time: 50 minutes
A La Pisada Africa Safaris representative will meet you upon arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport and transfer you to your hotel in Arusha City. You will receive a detailed safari briefing, covering the itinerary, accommodations, and the exact pick-up time for the next day's adventure.
Overnight at The Charity Hotel in Arusha.
Stay: Charity Hotel
Distance: 130km | non-game viewing time: 3 – 4 hrs
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, stopping briefly in Arusha Town for any last-minute purchases. Upon arrival, enjoy an exciting game drive with a picnic lunch in the park.
Tarangire is famous for its large elephant population and majestic baobab trees. It is a key part of an annual migration that attracts 3,000 elephants, 25,000 wildebeest, and 30,000 zebras.
Overnight at Kizumba Campsite in Tarangire.
Stay: Kizumba Campsite
Distance: 200km | Time: 2 – 3 hrs
After breakfast, depart for Serengeti National Park, travelling through the scenic farmland of Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Leaving the highlands behind, descend into the Serengeti’s vast open plains, a true symbol of wild Africa.
Upon arrival, head to the Seronera region, a prime wildlife habitat sustained by the Seronera River, which attracts a wide variety of animals. Arrive in time for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive in the park.
Overnight at Nyani Campsite in Serengeti National Park.
Stay: Nyani Campsite
Spending another day in Serengeti National Park means more opportunities to experience its incredible wildlife. Enjoy a half-day game drive to explore various areas of the park and spot diverse wildlife in their natural habitats.
In the afternoon, drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where you will have dinner and rest, preparing for the next day’s crater exploration.
Overnight at Simba Campsite in Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Stay: Simba Campsite
Distance: 210km | Non-game viewing time: 3 – 4 hrs
After an early breakfast, descend over 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater, a breathtaking wildlife haven. With a year-round water supply, the area sustains wildebeest, zebras, buffalo, eland, warthogs, hippos, and large elephants.
The crater is also home to a high concentration of predators, including lions, hyenas, jackals, cheetahs, and leopards, which can be difficult to spot. Visit Lake Magadi, a shallow alkaline lake in the southwest, where flamingos, hippos, and various water birds gather.
In the late afternoon, transfer to Karatu for the night.
Overnight at a lodge in Karatu.
Stay: lodge in Karatu
Distance: 10km | non-game viewing time: 20 – 30 minutes
After breakfast, check out and depart with a packed lunch for an exciting game drive in Lake Manyara National Park. The lake covers a significant part of the park, while the forest begins at the gate and stretches along the base of the Great Rift Valley, with hot springs to the west.
Lake Manyara is home to tree-climbing lions, buffalo, giraffes, hippos, and baboons. You will also see pink flamingos, ostriches, Egyptian geese, and other bird species. After a picnic lunch, continue with an afternoon game drive, followed by a visit to a Maasai village to learn about their culture and traditions.
Arrive in Arusha in the evening.
INCLUDED/EXCLUDED
INCLUDED
- Accommodations at Charity Hotel (before and after safari)
- Guaranteed safari on confirmation
- Accommodations on safari
- Full meal plan (B, L & D) while on safari
- English-speaking driver/guide
- All park entrance fees and government taxes
- Extensive game drives in national parks
- Services of a safari cook
- Ngorongoro Crater tour services
- 1.5 Ltr drinking water per person per day
- Safari transport: 4x4 Land Cruiser with roof hatch
EXCLUDED
- International flights and visa fees
- Personal & baggage insurance
- Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
- Laundry, beverages, and drinks
- Tips and gratuities
- Balloon safaris, canoeing, or special excursions
- Medical and trip cancellation insurance
- Health requirements (malaria area)
- Personal toiletries and items of a personal nature
- Excess baggage charges
Frequently Asked Questions
The addition of Lake Manyara National Park and an extra day in the Serengeti gives you more time to explore Tanzania’s diverse ecosystems. You also get the chance to visit a Maasai village, adding a rich cultural dimension to your wildlife experience.
Lake Manyara is one of the very few places in the world where lions have been observed climbing trees. Sightings are not guaranteed, but they are more frequent here than anywhere else in Tanzania.
Nights are spent at comfortable, well-equipped tented campsites. A dedicated safari cook prepares meals, and you will have access to basic facilities throughout.
Absolutely. Group joining safaris are ideal for solo travellers who want a social, cost-effective experience. You will be paired with like-minded adventurers and guided throughout by La Pisada’s experienced team.
The dry season, from June to October, is ideal for wildlife viewing as animals gather around water sources. However, the Wildebeest Migration in the Serengeti between July and September is a spectacular bonus if you visit during this period.
