Tanzania · 5-DAY EXPERIENCES

The 15 5-Day Experiences in Tanzania That Justify the Price

37 tours  ·  from $900 a head

Every itinerary has one free morning too few. These 15 5-day experiences are worth the slot, priced and timed so the decision takes minutes.

5 Days Group Camping Safari - Day 1: Tarangire’s elephants and baobabs
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5 Days Group Camping Safari

1.5 Days Group Camping Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 730 reviews · from $1,100Our pick

Spend five days moving through Tanzania’s finest wildlife areas from Arusha. Your private 4x4, guide, meals, and camping arrangements cover Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro. Guides named in trip feedback include Max and Amiri, with Salim praised for generous camp cooking. Expect long drives, early starts, and real bush camping.

“Safari meraviglioso con la compagnia Suricati. La nostra guida Max e il nostro cuoco Salim meravigliosi. Cibo abbondante e ottimo, tende molto comode. Ovviamente è un campeggio in Africa quindi non un resort ma l’esperienza è indimenticabile. Grazie di tutto. Compagnia super consigliata.”

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5-Day Highlights mid-Range Crater, Serengeti, Tarangire - Day 2: Tarangire’s elephants and baobabs
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5-Day Highlights mid-Range Crater, Serengeti, Tarangire

2.5-Day Highlights mid-Range Crater, Serengeti, Tarangire

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 296 reviews · from $2,327

Set out from Arusha with Lion King Adventures for five private safari days through Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti, and Lake Manyara. Expect open-roof game drives, lodge and tented-camp stays, most meals, airport pickup, and guides such as Enouk, Suleiman, or Mwita, assigned according to availability.

“I don't know where to start, but let me say we have had the most wonderful trip of our entire lives, the trip exceeded all the expectations we had, the jeep is brand new, clean and well maintained, our tour guide Imma is one of the best in the IRead more”

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5 Days Camping Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro crater & Visiting Maasai - Day 1: Tarangire’s elephants and baobab trees
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5 Days Camping Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro crater & Visiting Maasai

3.5 Days Camping Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro crater & Visiting Maasai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 229 reviews · from $1,254

Travel from Arusha through Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater on a five-day camping safari for up to six people. Expect long game drives, simple camps, three included meals daily, drinking water, jeep Wi-Fi, and a private guide such as Samwel, Samuel, Douglas, or Jacob, depending on assignment.

“Excellent . To start with confirmation given by the travel agent, the guide samuel and the support staff and the cook. A tour worth , guide/ driver samuel was very patient and knowledgeable and was very clear and communicative on animals and birds. He had good knowledgRead more”

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Tanzania Simba Safari - 5 Days - Day 3: A full day searching the Serengeti
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Tanzania Simba Safari – 5 Days

4.Tanzania Simba Safari – 5 Days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 217 reviews · from $2,897

Travel by private 4x4 from Arusha to the Serengeti for two nights of game drives, then reach Ngorongoro Crater for an early wildlife outing. Your guide handles the long roads, animal spotting, park fees, meals, and lodge stays. Guides praised on this route include Adrian, Goodluck, Harry, Dennis, Musa H., and others.

“Spectaculars safarias at Tarangire, Serengueti and Ngorongon. We really enjoyed the beautiful views and the huge amount of animals we saw. And everything thanks to our great guide Emil! He has a talent to find (and see from km away) all the animals and, in addition, he is a really nice, kind and fun person. For sure we will recommend to our family and friends. Incredible experience!!!”

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5 Days Budget Private Safari, Tanzania - Day 1: Elephants and baobabs in Tarangire
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5 Days Budget Private Safari, Tanzania

5.5 Days Budget Private Safari, Tanzania

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 191 reviews · from $0

Set out from Arusha with a private guide and visit four of Tanzania’s best-known wildlife areas in five days. You’ll track elephants in Tarangire, search for big cats in Serengeti, descend into Ngorongoro Crater, and finish at Lake Manyara. Guide Praise is praised for sharp animal spotting, while all breakfasts, lunches, and dinners are included.

“Where do you start My guide Praise was the animal whisperer, they came We saw everything I've been home in UK now for a week and I'm still struggling to express how amazing this trip was Please trust this company, My jaw is still so dropped I can't Express The food was amazing I saw a black rhino 🦏 Lions feeding Leopard Cheetah Baby elephant Everything Just everything You must go ❤️❤️❤️”

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5-Day Private Northern Tanzania Safari from Arusha - Day 2: the long road to Serengeti
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5-Day Private Northern Tanzania Safari from Arusha

6.5-Day Private Northern Tanzania Safari from Arusha

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 182 reviews · from $2,780

Set out from Arusha with a private guide for five days across Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro. Expect elephant country, big-cat searches, hot picnic lunches, lodge or camp stays, and a full crater visit. Guides praised on this route include Laban, Enoch, Andrew, William, and Calvin.

“We had the most incredible 5-day safari and were lucky to have Laban as our guide – he was actually nominated as best guide last year, and I couldn’t agree more!”

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5 Days Best of Tanzania Luxury Safari Northern Circuit - Day 2: Elephants and baobabs in Tarangire
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5 Days Best of Tanzania Luxury Safari Northern Circuit

7.5 Days Best of Tanzania Luxury Safari Northern Circuit

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 174 reviews · from $3,744

Travel by private safari vehicle from Arusha through Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti, and Lake Manyara. Your guide handles the driving and wildlife spotting, with open-roof views, picnic lunches, lodge stays, and full breakfast and dinner service. Guides such as Simon, Macha, Shafino, and Nelson have earned especially strong praise for their sharp eyes and animal knowledge.

“Our guides Simon and Jackson made our 6 day Tanzania trip very memorable. We were set by customs upon our arrival at 1am to Kilimanjaro airport, but Simon waited for us the extra hour - which we greatly appreciated. Early next morning, hRead more”

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5-Day Private midrange Tour in Arusha with Airport Pickup - Day 2: Lake Manyara’s compact wildlife zone
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5-Day Private midrange Tour in Arusha with Airport Pickup

8.5-Day Private midrange Tour in Arusha with Airport Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 160 reviews · from $3,600

Travel by private 4x4 from Arusha through Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro. Expect full-board lodging, airport transfers, long game drives, and a guide such as Mandela, Ezekiel, Elias, or Amiri, depending on availability. The route is built for big-game viewing, including elephants, lions, hippos, giraffes, and rhinos.

“À great tour around the major parks with a very good accommodation standard.”

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5-Day private Camping Safari Tour in Tanzania - Days 2 and 3: Two Serengeti days give wildlife room to happen
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5-Day private Camping Safari Tour in Tanzania

9.5-Day private Camping Safari Tour in Tanzania

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 86 reviews · from $2,300

Start in Arusha with a private guide and 4x4 vehicle, then spend five days among elephants, big cats, baobabs, and crater wildlife. The route covers Tarangire, two full Serengeti days, and Ngorongoro, with camping, picnic lunches, four breakfasts, and four dinners. Guides such as Rocky, Mandela, Gordon, and Freddy have been praised for sharp animal spotting and clear explanations.

“We took a 5 day shared tent safari and went to Tangariro first, then Lake Manyara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro. It was the perfect order with the crater as biggest highlight. It was an amazing experience, we saw 4 out of Big Five. Food was amaRead more”

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5 Days Tanzania Group Joining Safari, Tarangire/Serengeti/Ngorongoro Crater - Day 2: The road to the Serengeti
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5 Days Tanzania Group Joining Safari, Tarangire/Serengeti/Ngorongoro Crater

10.5 Days Tanzania Group Joining Safari, Tarangire/Serengeti/Ngorongoro Crater

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 85 reviews · from $1,120

Spend five days in a 4WD Land Cruiser exploring Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater from Arusha. Camping, meals, snacks, water, and an English-speaking guide are included. Guides such as Mike, Bakari, and Godfrey are praised for spotting wildlife, while the shared-safari setup keeps the $1,120 price within reach.

“Was very disappointed by one of your drivers playing loud music in the ngorongoro crater, instead of protecting and respecting the environment he was busy disturbing the people around and most importantly the animals, why play loud Read more”

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5 day safari Tarangire Serengeti and Ngorongoro crater - Day 2: Crossing the highlands into the Serengeti
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5 day safari Tarangire Serengeti and Ngorongoro crater

11.5 day safari Tarangire Serengeti and Ngorongoro crater

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 83 reviews · from $2,211

You’ll explore Tarangire, the Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater in a private 4x4 with a driver-guide, staying in lodges or equipped tents with hot showers. The route is built for wildlife, from Tarangire elephants and rare antelope to Serengeti predators and Ngorongoro’s black rhinos. Confirm your guide and exact lodging before departure.

“Our safari with Bestday was an incredible experience, from start to finish. Peter helped not only with advising us on which experience would be best for our timeframe and budget, but was also available while we were on safari and continued to Read more”

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serengeti, ngorongoro & tarangire 5days private tour - Tarangire brings elephants and baobabs first
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serengeti, ngorongoro & tarangire 5days private tour

12.serengeti, ngorongoro & tarangire 5days private tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 77 reviews · from $2,461

Set out from Arusha at 7:30 am on a private five-day safari covering Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro. Your own group travels with a driver-guide, with past trips led by guides including Iddy, Abdul, Dickson, Innocent, and Simon. Expect flexible planning, wildlife drives, and time to rest between parks.

“Safarisoles made our dream come true of experiencing an amazing African safari.”

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5 Days Mid-Range Group Safari with Accommodation - Day one: Tarangire’s baobabs and elephant country
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5 Days Mid-Range Group Safari with Accommodation

13.5 Days Mid-Range Group Safari with Accommodation

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 67 reviews · from $1,800

Travel from Arusha in a group of up to seven, visiting Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro. Guides such as Fredy, Damien, Rocky, and Felix are praised for spotting wildlife and explaining local nature. Expect picnic lunches, four nights of accommodation, long drives, and a final crater safari.

“We had an amazing experience, Adam, our guide did his best to see as many animals as possible, to have the best places to take pictures, he gave a lot of information about the fauna and vegetation. The places where we slept were cozy and clean, very good food too. I strongly recommend Suricata Safari.”

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5 Days Serengeti Camping Safari - Day 1: Tarangire’s elephants and ancient baobabs
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5 Days Serengeti Camping Safari

14.5 Days Serengeti Camping Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · from $1,100

Join a small-group camping safari from Arusha through Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara. Expect long drives, shared campsites, all meals, park fees, and game drives for elephants, big cats, rhinos, hippos, flamingos, and more. Guides such as Emmanuel, David, Kelvin, and Brison have been praised for their care and wildlife-spotting skills.

“our safari trip to the Serengeti National Park was an unforgettable experience. The park's incredible wildlife, scenic beauty, and unique camping experience made for an exciting and memorable adventure. We highly recommend the Serengeti as a must-visit destination for any safari enthusiast.”

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5 Days Camping Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro crater & Visiting Maasai - Day 1: Tarangire’s elephants and baobab trees
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5 Days Camping Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro crater & Visiting Maasai

15.5 Days Camping Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro crater & Visiting Maasai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · from $1,280

Travel from Moshi or Arusha to Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater on a five-day safari for up to six people. Expect long game drives, camping, a possible wildebeest search, crater wildlife, unlimited water, jeep Wi-Fi, and a local visit to Mto wa Mbu. Confirm the airport pickup and Maasai visit before booking.

“Around begining of the last year, I have decided to make a Safari trip in east Africa. After doing some research, soon I was sure that the option with Meru Slopes was very promising.”

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