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5-Day Tanzania Safari Tour by LION TRACK SAFARI COMPANY
Offered by - LION TRACK SAFARI COMPANY
Tour Features
This 5-day Ndutu calving season safari focuses on one of Africa’s most dramatic wildlife events. Fly directly into Ndutu to witness thousands of wildebeest giving birth, attracting high concentrations of predators. The journey continues to Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire National Park, combining seasonal migration action with year-round Big Five sightings and diverse northern Tanzania landscapes.
| Mid-Range tour | This mid-range tour includes comfortable lodges and tented camps. |
| Can be customized | You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour. |
| Private tour | This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others. |
| Solo travel available | Solo travelers can book this tour. |
| Can start any day | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
| No minimum age | There is no minimum age for this tour. |
| Transportation | This tour uses: Pop-up roof 4x4, Overland. |
Route & Activities
Tanzania
Activities Included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
| Day | Accommodation | Meals |
| 1-2 | Lake Masek Tented Lodge No images available | Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks |
| 3 | Ngorongoro Farm House No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks |
| 4 | Tarangire Safari Lodge No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks |
| 5 | Mid-Range Accommodation No images available | Breakfast, Lunch Included with Drinks |
Arrival (See Getting There for more details)
- A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Day 1 - Fly into Ndutu
Fly from Arusha to Ndutu airstrip, arriving in the heart of the southern Serengeti ecosystem. Enjoy an afternoon game drive across open plains where wildebeest gather for calving season. Expect excellent predator sightings including lions, cheetahs, and hyenas drawn by the abundance of prey.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation: Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Meals & Drinks: Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 2 - Full Day Game Drive in Ndutu
Spend a full day exploring the Ndutu area with morning and afternoon game drives. Witness newborn calves, massive herds, and intense predator activity. The mix of woodlands and open grasslands offers excellent photography and wildlife viewing throughout the day.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation: Lake Masek Tented Lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 3 - Ndutu to Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, depart Ndutu for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the crater for a game drive in this wildlife-rich caldera. Spot lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, flamingos, and possibly black rhinos before ascending and continuing to your lodge.
Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Farm House
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 4 - Ngorongoro to Tarangire National Park
Drive from Karatu to Tarangire National Park, passing scenic highlands and Maasai villages. Enjoy an afternoon game drive in Tarangire, famous for large elephant herds, baobab trees, and diverse wildlife along the Tarangire River.
Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
Accommodation: Tarangire Safari Lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 5 - Tarangire National Park to Arusha
Enjoy a morning game drive in Tarangire National Park before departing for Arusha. Spot remaining wildlife along the river before returning to Arusha for drop-off at your hotel or airport, marking the end of the safari experience.
Main Destination: Arusha
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch Included with Drinks
End of tour (See Getting There for more details)
- Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
- A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
Excludes
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Rates Per Person
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
*n/a = not available. This tour is unavailable for solo travelers.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
Excludes
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
This tour starts in Arusha and ends in Tarangire National Park, Tanzania
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
This tour starts in Arusha and ends in Tarangire National Park, Tanzania
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
Offered By
LION TRACK SAFARI COMPANY
Kenya
Tanzania
Uganda
Lion Track Safari Company is a trusted Tanzanian tour operator specializing in tailor made wildlife safaris and immersive travel experiences across East Africa. Based in Arusha, the company delivers high quality, personalized safaris designed to match every traveler’s style whether luxury, adventure, family, or photographic. With expert driver guides, well crafted itineraries, and a strong commitment to conservation and community, Lion Track Safari provides exceptional journeys through iconic destinations like Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire, and Lake Manyara. The company prides itself on professionalism, reliability, and creating unforgettable safari moments that connect guests to the authentic beauty of Tanzania’s wilderness.
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