Tour Features

Experience the freedom to explore Tanzania's spectacular northern safari circuit with this 5-day flexible safari, designed to match your interests, travel style, and budget. Whether you're seeking incredible wildlife encounters, breathtaking landscapes, birdwatching, cultural experiences, or a combination of adventures, this itinerary can be customized to create your ideal safari. Travel in a comfortable 4x4 safari vehicle with an experienced professional guide who will lead you through some of Tanzania's most remarkable destinations. From the iconic baobab trees of Tarangire and the wildlife-rich plains of the Serengeti to the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater and the scenic beauty of Lake Manyara, each day offers unique experiences and unforgettable moments. This personalized safari provides the flexibility to discover Tanzania at your own pace while enjoying exceptional game viewing, stunning natural scenery, and warm Tanzanian hospitality.

Mid-Range tourThis mid-range tour includes comfortable lodges and tented camps.
Can be customizedYou can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Private tourThis tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Solo travel availableSolo travelers can book this tour.
Can start any dayIf availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
No minimum ageThere is no minimum age for this tour.
TransportationThis tour uses: Pop-up roof 4x4.

Route & Activities

Tanzania

Tanzania flag
Start Point
Arusha
Day 1
Day 5
End Point
Arusha

Activities Included

Big FiveWildlifeCultural VisitsFamily Safari4x4 SafariGuided Safari

Accommodation & Meals

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost

Day Accommodation Meals
1
African Tulip
Dinner Included
2-3
Manyara's Secret
Breakfast, Lunch Included with Drinks
4
Gran Meliá Arusha
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
5
Mid-Range Accommodation
Breakfast Included
  • 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 - Arrival in Tanzania – Transfer to Arusha

    Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be warmly welcomed by your professional driver-guide and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. After check-in, take the rest of the day to relax and recover from your journey while enjoying the peaceful surroundings. In the evening, your guide will provide a short safari briefing to prepare you for the exciting wildlife adventure ahead. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in Arusha.

    Main Destination: Arusha

    Accommodation: African Tulip

    Meals & Drinks: Dinner Included

  • Day 2 - Arusha – Tarangire National Park – Overnight at Lake Manyara

    After breakfast in Arusha, depart for Tarangire National Park, renowned for its vast elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse wildlife. Enjoy a full-day game drive through the park's varied landscapes, following the Tarangire River where animals gather throughout the year. Keep an eye out for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, antelopes, and a wide variety of bird species. After an exciting day of wildlife viewing, transfer to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

    Main Destination: Tarangire National Park

    Accommodation: Manyara's Secret

    Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch Included with Drinks

  • Day 3 - Romantic Escape in Africa

    After breakfast at your lodge, depart for Lake Manyara National Park, a scenic destination renowned for its diverse ecosystems and abundant wildlife. Enjoy a full-day game drive through lush groundwater forests, open plains, and along the lakeshore, where you may encounter elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, baboons, hippos, and a wide variety of birdlife. Keep an eye out for the park's famous tree-climbing lions, one of its most unique attractions. After an unforgettable day of wildlife viewing, return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

    Main Destination: Lake Manyara National Park

    Accommodation: Manyara's Secret

    Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks

  • Day 4 - Cultural Experience – Transfer to Arusha (Gran Meliá Hotel)

    After breakfast at your lodge, begin the day with an enriching cultural experience in a local community near Lake Manyara National Park. Meet local people, learn about their traditions and daily way of life, and explore handcrafted souvenirs while gaining a deeper understanding of Tanzania's rich cultural heritage. After the tour, enjoy a scenic drive back to Arusha, passing through the picturesque Great Rift Valley and charming rural villages. Upon arrival in Arusha, you will be transferred to your hotel or Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward journey, bringing your safari to a memoragble conclusion.

    Accommodation: Gran Meliá Arusha

    Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks

  • Day 5 - Arusha – Airport Transfer (Departure)

    After breakfast at Gran Meliá Arusha, enjoy a leisurely morning at the hotel before your scheduled departure. Depending on your flight time, relax and take in the final moments of your Tanzanian adventure. At the appropriate time, your driver-guide will transfer you to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your onward flight, bringing your unforgettable safari experience to a memorable close.

    Main Destination: Arusha

    Meals & Drinks: Breakfast Included

  • 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

Jul 28, 2026 - Jul 28, 2027

Traveler Information
Per person
Solo traveler (1 room)
$2,500
2 people (1 room)
$2,000
3 people (2 rooms)
$1,800
4 people (2 rooms)
$1,600
5+ people

*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 Arusha, 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 Arusha, 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

Acatree Tours and Safaris

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Offices In
Arusha, Tanzania
Member Of
TATO
Tour Types
Big five, Cultural, Mountain climbing
Destinations
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Acatree Tours & Safaris is a locally owned tour company based in Arusha, Tanzania. We specialize in tailor-made safaris, wildlife adventures, cultural experiences, and mountain trekking. Our goal is to provide unforgettable travel experiences with professional guides, personalized service, and a passion for showcasing the beauty of Tanzania.

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