Experience an unforgettable 5 Days Tanzania Private Safari exploring four iconic northern parks: Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, and Arusha National Park. This carefully designed itinerary offers private game drives, stunning landscapes, and outstanding wildlife encounters across Tanzania’s famous Northern Circuit.

This private safari is ideal for travelers who want privacy, comfort, and personalized service. You will travel in your own private 4x4 safari vehicle with a professional and experienced safari guide, ensuring the best wildlife viewing opportunities throughout your journey.

The 5-day private safari can be customized to suit your travel dates and accommodation preferences. It is perfect for couples, families, friends, and small groups seeking a genuine Tanzania safari experience.

5 Days Private Safari Highlights

  • Day 1 – Arusha to Tarangire National Park
  • Day 2 – Tarangire to Lake Manyara National Park
  • Day 3 – Lake Manyara to Ngorongoro Crater
  • Day 4 – Full Day in Ngorongoro Crater
  • Day 5 – Ngorongoro to Arusha National Park & Return to Arusha

5 Days Private Safari – Detailed Itinerary

This 5 Days Tanzania Private Safari begins and ends in Arusha, the gateway to the Northern Circuit. Explore four diverse parks: Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, and Arusha National Park.

Travel in your private 4x4 vehicle with a professional English-speaking guide, enjoy comfortable lodge or tented camp accommodations, and experience unforgettable game drives, diverse landscapes, and wildlife encounters including the Big Five, flamingos, and more.

  • 01

    Day 1: Arusha to Tarangire National Park

    Depart from your Arusha hotel after breakfast and drive to Tarangire National Park. Enjoy your first private game drive in the park, famous for its large elephant herds, baobab trees, and the Tarangire River.

    Spot wildlife including lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, impalas, and abundant bird species. Picnic lunch will be served inside the park.

    Late afternoon transfer to your comfortable lodge or tented camp for relaxation, dinner, and overnight stay.

    Accommodation: Tarangire Treetops Lodge or similar comfortable option

    🍴 Meals: Lunch & Dinner

  • 02

    Day 2: Tarangire to Lake Manyara National Park

    After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park. Enjoy an afternoon private game drive with tree-climbing lions, flamingos on the lake, hippos, elephants, and abundant birdlife.

    Picnic lunch served in the park. Excellent opportunities for photography and wildlife observation.

    Overnight stay at your comfortable lodge or tented camp.

    Accommodation: Lake Manyara Wildlife Lodge or similar comfortable option

    🍴 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • 03

    Day 3: Lake Manyara to Ngorongoro Crater

    Morning game drive in Lake Manyara then transfer to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive at the crater rim in the afternoon for panoramic views.

    Relax at your accommodation, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the full crater day tomorrow.

    Overnight stay at your comfortable lodge or tented camp.

    Accommodation: Ngorongoro Crater Lodge or similar comfortable option

    🍴 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • 04

    Day 4: Full Day in Ngorongoro Crater

    Early descent into Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day private game drive. Spot the Big Five — lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and rhinos — along with flamingos, hippos, and abundant wildlife.

    Picnic lunch on the crater floor. Exceptional wildlife viewing in one of the world’s natural wonders.

    Return to the rim in the evening for dinner and overnight.

    Accommodation: Same as Day 3

    🍴 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • 05

    Day 5: Ngorongoro to Arusha National Park & Return to Arusha

    Morning private game drive in Arusha National Park — home to giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, flamingos, and colobus monkeys with Mount Meru views.

    Picnic lunch in the park before returning to Arusha in the afternoon.

    Safari concludes upon arrival in Arusha.

    🍴 Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Safari Inclusions

  • ✅ Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof for optimal wildlife viewing and photography
  • ✅ Professional English-speaking, experienced safari guide
  • ✅ All park entrance and conservation fees (Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater & Arusha)
  • ✅ Accommodation in carefully selected comfortable lodges or tented camps throughout the 5 days
  • ✅ Full-board meals during the safari (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
  • ✅ Picnic lunches during full-day game drives
  • ✅ Unlimited bottled drinking water during the safari
  • ✅ All applicable government taxes, VAT, and service levies

Safari Exclusions

  • ❌ International and domestic flights
  • ❌ Tanzania visa fees
  • ❌ Travel insurance
  • ❌ Personal expenses (laundry, souvenirs, etc.) and gratuities (tips)
  • ❌ Optional safari activities (such as walking safaris or hot air balloon)
  • ❌ Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks at lodges/camps

Safari Cost (Per Person)

The cost of this 5 Days Private Safari in 2026–2027 ranges between $1,950 and $2,450 per person on private basis. Prices vary depending on travel season, group size, and choice of accommodation.

  • Standard Private Safari: From USD 1,950 – 2,150 per person
  • Comfort Private Safari: From USD 2,200 – 2,450 per person

Prices are indicative and may vary based on customization, accommodation availability, and travel dates. Contact us for a tailored quotation to suit your travel preferences.

Optional Safari Activities & Add-ons

  • ✅ Private bush breakfast experience – USD 60 per person
  • ✅ Private bush sundowner experience – USD 50 per person
  • ✅ Maasai cultural village visit – USD 40 per person
  • ✅ Extra night in Ngorongoro / Karatu (comfortable lodge/camp) – From USD 280 per person
  • ✅ Extra night in Arusha (comfortable lodge) – From USD 220 per person
  • ✅ Private photographer on safari (on request) – From USD 500 per day

Prices are indicative and may vary depending on season, availability, and specific preferences.

Transfers and Logistics

  • ✅ Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to Arusha hotel – USD 50 per vehicle
  • ✅ All inter-park transfers included in the safari itinerary
  • ✅ Return transfer to Arusha at the end of the safari

Book This 5-Day Private Tanzania Safari

Ready to experience a private 5-day safari in northern Tanzania? Book now to secure your safari for 2026 or 2027 and enjoy an unforgettable, fully personalized journey through Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, and Arusha National Park.

Contact us today via WhatsApp or email to customize your travel dates, select your preferred comfortable lodges or tented camps, and confirm your reservation.

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