5 Days Tanzania Group Joining Safari, Tarangire/Serengeti/Ngorongoro Crater in Arusha, Tanzania
Arusha, Tanzania

5 Days Tanzania Group Joining Safari, Tarangire/Serengeti/Ngorongoro Crater

Outty Ranking 86 4.9 · 109 traveler reviews120 hoursFrom $1,120
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Outty Ranking

86/100

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Traveler rating

4.9/5

Based on 109 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is 5 Days Tanzania Group Joining Safari, Tarangire/Serengeti/Ngorongoro Crater worth booking?

5 Days Tanzania Group Joining Safari, Tarangire/Serengeti/Ngorongoro Crater is a 120-hour experience in Arusha, Tanzania, from $1,120 per person. It scores 86 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 109 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
86 / 100
Rating
4.9/5 (109)
Duration
120 hours
From
$1,120 per person

This 5-day camping safari tours top destinations of Northern Tanzania. This trip is affordable and offers the best of Tanzania as it takes you to Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park and the famous Ngorongoro Crater, a world heritage site. This is a budget camping safari, perfect for travellers on a budget. Itinerary Day 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park Day 2: Tarangire – Serengeti National Park Day 3: Serengeti Day 4: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha

What you get

    About this experience

    This 5-day camping safari tours top destinations of Northern Tanzania. This trip is affordable and offers the best of Tanzania as it takes you to Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park and the famous Ngorongoro Crater, a world heritage site. This is a budget camping safari, perfect for travellers on a budget. Itinerary Day 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park Day 2: Tarangire – Serengeti National Park Day 3: Serengeti Day 4: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha

    What's included

    Included

    • Bottled water
    • Camping Accommodation as per the itinerary
    • Road transportation in 4wd land Cruiser safari vehicle eith pop up roof
    • Lunch
    • Game drives as per the itinerary
    • Dinner
    • Breakfast
    • Tea and coffee
    • English Speaking guides available for the safari

    Not included

    • Visit to Masai Cultural Village
    • All International Flights/local Flights + Taxes
    • Visa fees, Travel & Personal accident insurance
    • Excursions, services and activities not mentioned in this program
    • Personal expenses e.g. laundry, telephone calls, Drinks, Tips and gratuities

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Arusha

    Arusha, Tanzania

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.

    Ends at

    Arusha · Arusha, Tanzania

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Avocet Tanzania Safaris

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Passengers should bring only duffle bags safaris{not suitcases}
    • All the passengers must have Identification Card/Passport with them for internal flights.
    • Baggage on domestic flights is strictly limited to 15kgs per person (including hand luggage). Any excess baggage will be charged by the airline at check-in.
    • Passengers arriving to Tanzania may be asked to present a valid Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate
    • Tourist Visa will be obtained at the entry points, but it is advisable to double check before travelling to Tanzania.

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 109 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    10 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Food and drink

    7 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    4 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Photo opportunities

    3 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Organization

    2 mentions

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Good for families

    2 mentions

    Reviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.

    Traveler reviews

    109 verified traveler reviews for 5 Days Tanzania Group Joining Safari, Tarangire/Serengeti/Ngorongoro Crater. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    tamard614 · March 2026

    Beautiful experiance

    We booked a 5 day safari to visit Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorogoro. We loved every moment of the safari. The camping was well arranged. Salim cooked great food for us everyday and Bacari is a super friendly and experianced guide and driver. He managed to get us into a deeper part of the Serengeti despite the roads conditions being challenging due to the rain. And he spotted animals while driving and got us into the right sports to take pictures and enjoy the animals. We were lucky with Bacari his experiance in finding animals and lucky with nature actually showing it self. We saw so many animals leading to more highlights then we can say. Leopard, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes and many many more.

    Response from the operator: 😊Thank you so much

    via Tripadvisor

    SveinnG · March 2026

    Unforgettable trip with Bakari from Avocet that exceeded all of our expectations

    This was truly an unforgettable trip and exceeded all of our expectations. From start to finish, everything was very well organized. Communication with Hadija at Avocet was smooth, responsive, and genuinely pleasant throughout the entire planning process. She was flexible, patient, and helped us find the right balance between wildlife focus and budget. Our driver and guide, Bakiri, was outstanding. He managed to locate every animal on our list, and not just sightings from a distance, but real, exciting moments in action. At the same time, he was incredibly patient, kind, and engaging with our two boys. He is the perfect guide for families, but also for more demanding travelers who want to maximize their wildlife experience. Tarangire and Ngorongoro were both wonderful in their own ways elephants among baobabs, the dramatic crater landscapes. However, nothing could have prepared us for the wonders of the Serengeti during migration season. Seeing the vast herds in Ndutu, with predators nearby and newborn calves on the plains, was simply breathtaking. It is something we will never forget. Accommodation-wise, the experience was quite well aligned to our expectations. The Seronera campsite was very basic, but it added to the sense of adventure, especially for the kids, who loved camping in the heart of the Serengeti. In contrast, the Ndutu mobile camp felt like true “glamping”, far more comfortable and well-appointed than we expected, with great food and a lovely atmosphere. Overall, this safari delivered everything we had dreamed of and more. We would not hesitate to recommend Avocet Tanzania Safaris to anyone looking for a well-organized, wildlife-focused, and truly memorable experience.

    Response from the operator: 😊Thank you so much .

    via Tripadvisor

    aishab890 · February 2026

    Great tour with very experienced guide!

    I’ve just come back from the 5 day safari and I had the best time! Obviously most safari company’s follow similar routes and camp at the same campsites but what really made my experience special was our guide Mike. He was so warm and friendly and a very very experienced guide. He had incredible knowledge of all the parks and animals. He worked really hard to make sure we had clear close up views of all the animals and let is spend as long as we liked with each animal. His driving was very impressive especially through muddy wet roads. The car and camping equipment were all good quality. There was plenty of very tasty food with Tanzania and western options at each meal thanks to our chef Kevin. It was also really nice to have hot lunches most days. I would highly recommend Avocet!

    Response from the operator: Thanks very much

    via Tripadvisor

    574tariql · January 2026

    An amazing trip with lifetime memories

    A group of us, three families, were going to safari in Tanzania and Zanjibar. Our trip was 5 days of safari and two days in all inclusive resort in zanzibar. Our "custom package" included everything (transportation, guide, food, hotels, and whatever else it may be). We had customized every aspect of our trip. Going from the US, we didn't know where to start. I sent emails to a few, about 10, highly rated companies on Tripadvisor and other websites. Only three companies responded. I sent follow up emails as I had more questions. Only Hadija at Avocet came back with desirable and detailed answers. I went back and forth multiple times to iron out minute details on hotels, type of safari jeeps, camps class and location, food inclusion and choices, guide info, and routes to name a few. Hadija always responded with promptly with detailed explanation. I really admired timely communication and descriptive communication. Part of our deal, we were allocated three safari jeeps for three families. Our three drivers/guides, Michael, Waldon, and Ibrahim Bakari, were simply amazing. They went above and beyond to make sure we had a great time. They were quite friendly and conversational. None of them smoked which was an added benefit. All three families felt quite comfortable and at ease with our guides. We waited till last day of our trip to tip them. We were so happy, we tipped twice the recommended amount. We did have a hiccup with Avocet. One of our flights were canceled due to airline change of schedule and "no refund" was given. Avocet wanted to charge us for the new flights. After back and forth, they agree to "cover" cost of new flights. Overall it was an amazing trip. We were apprehensive before going to Tanzania. But, Hadija's hand holding made our journey very comfortable and easy. We would definitely utilize Avocet if we go back to Tanzania.

    Response from the operator: Thanks so much Hadija

    via Tripadvisor

    erlendh764 · December 2025

    Mike's the best!

    Mike was an amazing guide, with a 6th sense for finding animals! We had a blast and saw pretty much every animal you could imagine, thanks to Mike's excellent driving. Food portions were a bit smaller than I would've liked and was the only negative I could think of for the trip. The food was amazing though, shoutout to the chef.Remember to bring a headlamp and a pillow if you want some extra comfort in the tents. Amazing wildlife experience!

    Response from the operator: Thanks , We have informed our chef regarding food portion and it will never happen again. Asante sana Jeff

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    120 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    Available for selected locations
    Booked in 30 days
    38
    Verdict
    Exceptional

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Avocet Tanzania Safaris, who run 4 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 70.5.

    See everything Avocet Tanzania Safaris runs

    Why this scores 86

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)93
    Review evidence (18% weight)86
    Booking momentum (14% weight)83
    Value for money (12% weight)94
    Listing quality (10% weight)74
    Local standing (8% weight)48
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    5 Days Tanzania Group Joining Safari, Tarangire/Serengeti/Ngorongoro Crater: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Arusha.

    How much does 5 Days Tanzania Group Joining Safari, Tarangire/Serengeti/Ngorongoro Crater cost?

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    Prices start at $1,120 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Arusha usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does 5 Days Tanzania Group Joining Safari, Tarangire/Serengeti/Ngorongoro Crater take?

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    Plan for about 120 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Arusha is not rushed.

    Is 5 Days Tanzania Group Joining Safari, Tarangire/Serengeti/Ngorongoro Crater worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 86 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 109 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Arusha, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule 5 Days Tanzania Group Joining Safari, Tarangire/Serengeti/Ngorongoro Crater?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is 5 Days Tanzania Group Joining Safari, Tarangire/Serengeti/Ngorongoro Crater suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 120-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book 5 Days Tanzania Group Joining Safari, Tarangire/Serengeti/Ngorongoro Crater?

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    Around 38 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Arusha can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Arusha and add a light layer if any part of the 120-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does 5 Days Tanzania Group Joining Safari, Tarangire/Serengeti/Ngorongoro Crater start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Arusha within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Arusha?

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    On Outty we rank every Arusha experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Arusha Guided City Tour &Hotel Pickup (History, Culture &Market, 5 Days Camping Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro crater & Visiting Maasai, Materuni Waterfalls, coffee tour & Kikuletwa Hot Springs. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Arusha?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Arusha?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in 5 Days Tanzania Group Joining Safari, Tarangire/Serengeti/Ngorongoro Crater?

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    Included: Bottled water; Camping Accommodation as per the itinerary; Road transportation in 4wd land Cruiser safari vehicle eith pop up roof; Lunch; and Game drives as per the itinerary. Not included: Visit to Masai Cultural Village; All International Flights/local Flights + Taxes; Visa fees, Travel & Personal accident insurance; and Excursions, services and activities not mentioned in this program. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does 5 Days Tanzania Group Joining Safari, Tarangire/Serengeti/Ngorongoro Crater include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 13 listed pickup locations in and around Arusha. Be ready about 30 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is 5 Days Tanzania Group Joining Safari, Tarangire/Serengeti/Ngorongoro Crater offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for 5 Days Tanzania Group Joining Safari, Tarangire/Serengeti/Ngorongoro Crater?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is 5 Days Tanzania Group Joining Safari, Tarangire/Serengeti/Ngorongoro Crater wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to 5 Days Tanzania Group Joining Safari, Tarangire/Serengeti/Ngorongoro Crater if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Arusha. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about 5 Days Tanzania Group Joining Safari, Tarangire/Serengeti/Ngorongoro Crater?

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    Across 109 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, food and drink, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

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