Serengeti National Park · Ngorongoro Conservation Area · +2 more
5 days / 4 nights · Private tour
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Swap the Indian Ocean for the African savannah on a private five-day safari from Zanzibar. Fly directly to the mainland and discover Tarangire National Park, the endless plains of the Serengeti, and the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater before returning to Zanzibar with unforgettable memories.
A 5-day safari from Zanzibar is one of the best ways to experience Tanzania's world-famous wildlife without sacrificing your beach holiday. With direct flights from Zanzibar to Arusha, you can spend less time travelling and more time exploring some of Africa's most iconic national parks.
This itinerary combines the elephant-filled landscapes of Tarangire National Park, two unforgettable days in Serengeti National Park, and the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater. Whether you're celebrating a honeymoon, travelling as a family, or ticking off a lifelong dream, this safari offers an incredible balance of adventure, comfort, and convenience.
Every Emnel Adventures safari is completely private, allowing you to travel at your own pace with a dedicated professional guide and carefully selected accommodation suited to your preferred level of comfort.
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Your adventure begins with a morning flight from Zanzibar to Arusha, where your private safari guide will welcome you at the airport. From here, you'll drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant baobab trees, large elephant herds and diverse wildlife.
Enjoy your first game drive while searching for elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, lions and a variety of birdlife before continuing to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Highlights
Morning flight from Zanzibar First safari game drive Elephant herds Baobab landscapes Sunset in Tarangire
After breakfast, travel towards the legendary Serengeti National Park. The drive itself is spectacular, passing through the Ngorongoro Highlands before descending into the vast Serengeti plains.
An afternoon game drive introduces you to one of the world's greatest wildlife destinations where lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes and countless antelope roam freely.
Highlights
Scenic drive through Ngorongoro First Serengeti game drive Endless plains Large predator populations
Spend an entire day exploring different areas of the Serengeti with your guide. Depending on the season, you may witness the Great Wildebeest Migration or follow predators as they hunt across the plains.
Every safari is different, making this one of the most exciting days of your journey.
Possible Wildlife
Lions Leopards Cheetahs Elephants Hyenas Hippos Crocodiles Wildebeest Zebras Hundreds of bird species
Enjoy one final morning game drive before travelling towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, continue searching for wildlife before arriving at your lodge on the crater rim or nearby Karatu for dinner and overnight.
This evening offers spectacular views over the highlands and prepares you for one of Africa's greatest wildlife experiences.
Descend 600 metres into the Ngorongoro Crater, home to one of Africa's highest concentrations of wildlife. The crater offers one of the best opportunities to spot the endangered black rhino alongside lions, elephants, buffalo, hippos, flamingos and countless other animals.
After your game drive and picnic lunch, return to Arusha Airport for your afternoon flight back to Zanzibar.
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