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5-Day Safari from Zanzibar to All Major Northern Parks

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5-Day Safari from Zanzibar to All Major Northern Parks

5 days / 4 nights · Private tour

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Duration
5 days4 nights
Tour format
Private tourCustomisable
From
$2,606per person
Starts
Lake Manyara National Park
Ends
Zanzibar
Country
Tanzania

Overview

The journey at a glance

Category

Safari

Travel styles

Wildlife

Experience an unforgettable 5-day private Tanzania safari from Zanzibar exploring the iconic Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and Ngorongoro Crater. Enjoy thrilling Big Five game drives, a private 4x4 safari vehicle, expert guide, handpicked lodges, and a convenient fly-out return to Zanzibar after your wildlife adventure.

An Unforgettable 5 Day of Wildlife and Unparalleled Adventure

This 5-day safari from Zanzibar takes you through Tanzania’s most recognized Northern Circuit parks, combining varied landscapes with strong wildlife viewing across each stage of the journey.

From the forested setting of Lake Manyara to the open plains of the Serengeti, and finishing with Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire, the route is structured to move naturally while keeping travel manageable.

Five days, four parks — what to expect:

• Lake Manyara National Park — forest, lakeshore, large baboon troops, and varied scenery

• Central Serengeti — open plains, consistent wildlife, strong predator presence

• Ngorongoro Crater — high-density wildlife, one of the best chances to see the Big Five

• Tarangire National Park — elephants, baobabs, and a quieter, more relaxed safari setting

The route builds gradually — starting with a softer introduction, moving into the Serengeti, and finishing with Ngorongoro and Tarangire.

Where you go

Route

  1. Day 1 Lake Manyara National Park
  2. Day 2 Serengeti National Park
  3. Day 3-4 Ngorongoro Conservation Area
  4. Day 5 Zanzibar

Good to know

Tour features

Private tour Group size confirmed by the operator.
Safari Listed as a safari trip.
Runs year round Departures are not limited to one season.
Can be customised Ask the operator to change accommodation, days or destinations.
Age requirement Minimum age 2
Quoted, not booked online The operator prices your dates and group, then confirms directly.

On this trip

Photographs

5-Day Safari from Zanzibar to All Major Northern Parks From Zanzibar to Lake Manyara National Park Day 1: Zanzibar – Fly to Serengeti | Afternoon & Evening Game Drive Day 1: From Zanzibar to Serengeti National Park Ngorongoro Crater safari Day 5: Tarangire National Park & Return to Zanzibar

The itinerary

Day by day

Day1 Day 1: From Zanzibar to Lake Manyara National Park Lake Manyara National Park

Morning flight from Zanzibar to Arusha, followed by a drive to Lake Manyara National Park.

The park offers a softer introduction to the safari — groundwater forest, open areas, and the alkaline lake along the Rift Valley escarpment. Expect elephants, large baboon troops, birdlife, and, occasionally, tree-climbing lions.

A calm beginning: varied, green, and easy to settle into.

Activities
flight from Zanzibar, · Picnic lunch · Wildlife and bird watching · game drive
Accommodation
Kankari Lodge
Meals
Breakfast and lunch
Day2 Day 2: Lake Manyara to Central Serengeti Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, you depart toward Serengeti National Park, passing through the Ngorongoro Highlands before descending into the plains.

The landscape opens significantly as you approach the Serengeti. Your game drive begins en route, with chances to see large herds of wildebeest and zebra, often accompanied by predators. You arrive in Central Serengeti in the afternoon.

A clear shift: wider, more open, and increasingly wildlife-rich.

Activities
Transit game drive · Picnic lunch · serengeti afternoon game drive
Accommodation
Moyo Tented Camp
Meals
All meals
Day3 Day 3: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands Ngorongoro Conservation Area

You spend the morning in Central Serengeti, one of the most reliable areas for year-round wildlife viewing.

Game drives here often include herds of grazers and strong predator activity, especially lions and cheetahs. Every drive feels active and unpredictable.

Later in the day, you begin your journey toward the Ngorongoro Highlands, where the environment shifts to cooler, greener terrain.

A balanced day: strong wildlife followed by a change in atmosphere

Activities
Transit game drive · Picnic lunch · serengeti game drive
Accommodation
Kankari Lodge
Meals
All meals
Day4 Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater - Full Day Game Drive Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Early morning descent into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full game drive.

The crater floor holds a dense concentration of wildlife within a relatively compact area. This is one of the best opportunities to see multiple key species, including lions, elephants, buffalo, and, occasionally, rhinos.

After your game drive and picnic lunch, you ascend and return to your lodge.

A defining highlight: concentrated, dramatic, and highly rewarding.

Activities
Early game drive at Ngorongoro crater · Picnic lunch
Accommodation
Kankari Lodge
Meals
All meals
Day5 Day 5: Tarangire National Park & Return to Zanzibar Zanzibar

After breakfast, you head to Tarangire National Park for your final game drive.

Tarangire is known for its large elephant herds and distinctive baobab landscapes. Wildlife tends to concentrate along the river, offering steady viewing in a quieter setting compared to other parks.

After lunch, you transfer to the airport for your flight back to Zanzibar.

A steady finish: relaxed, scenic, and still rich in wildlife.

Activities
Tarangire National Park safari Scenic game drives · Picnic lunch · Return flight to Zanzibar
Meals
Breakfast and lunch

On the ground

Activities & transport

flight from Zanzibar,Picnic lunchWildlife and bird watchinggame driveTransit game driveserengeti afternoon game driveserengeti game driveEarly game drive at Ngorongoro craterTarangire National Park safari Scenic game drivesReturn flight to Zanzibar

Where you stay

Accommodation & meals

  1. Night 1 Kankari Lodge Lake Manyara National Park Breakfast and lunch
  2. Night 2 Moyo Tented Camp Serengeti National Park All meals
  3. Nights 3–4 Kankari Lodge Ngorongoro Conservation Area All meals
  4. Day 5 End of tour Zanzibar Breakfast and lunch

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Serengeti National ParkTarangire National ParkNgorongoro Conservation Area

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