5 Days Tanzania Safari- Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Manyara in Arusha, Tanzania
Arusha, Tanzania

5 Days Tanzania Safari- Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Manyara

Outty Ranking 72 5.0 · 29 traveler reviews120 hoursFrom $1,200
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Outty Ranking

72/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

5.0/5

Based on 29 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is 5 Days Tanzania Safari- Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Manyara worth booking?

5 Days Tanzania Safari- Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Manyara is a 120-hour experience in Arusha, Tanzania, from $1,200 per person. It scores 72 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 29 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
72 / 100
Rating
5/5 (29)
Duration
120 hours
From
$1,200 per person

This is a wonderful tour package that will give you an exciting opportunity to visit the most beautiful parks in the Northern Tanzania. This package will include visiting the endless plains of Serengeti National Park where you will be able to see all the big five and also Tarangire National park for huge number of elephants and the Ngorongoro Crater locally known as the garden of animals which offers a good chance to spot the big five. In this option, you will stay in public campsites, located inside (For Serengeti / Ngorongoro) or outside the park ( For Lake Manyara / Tarangire). Accommodation will be in waterproof 2-person-tents (2.5m x 2.5m and 1.8m high) with built-in mosquito nets at the entrances and windows. The dome tents will be pitched overnight at the public campsite and packed in the morning. You will be sleeping on foam mattress and will have access to shared public bathrooms and toilets. Please check the camping pictures above for reference.

What you get

    About this experience

    This is a wonderful tour package that will give you an exciting opportunity to visit the most beautiful parks in the Northern Tanzania. This package will include visiting the endless plains of Serengeti National Park where you will be able to see all the big five and also Tarangire National park for huge number of elephants and the Ngorongoro Crater locally known as the garden of animals which offers a good chance to spot the big five. In this option, you will stay in public campsites, located inside (For Serengeti / Ngorongoro) or outside the park ( For Lake Manyara / Tarangire). Accommodation will be in waterproof 2-person-tents (2.5m x 2.5m and 1.8m high) with built-in mosquito nets at the entrances and windows. The dome tents will be pitched overnight at the public campsite and packed in the morning. You will be sleeping on foam mattress and will have access to shared public bathrooms and toilets. Please check the camping pictures above for reference.

    What's included

    Included

    • camping equipment
    • Lunch
    • All Fees and Taxes
    • Dinner
    • Breakfast

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
    Languages
    de, en, fr, es
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Rupia Adventure

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 29 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    8 mentions

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

    Photo opportunities

    2 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Organization

    2 mentions

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

    Traveler reviews

    29 verified traveler reviews for 5 Days Tanzania Safari- Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Manyara. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    yulial541 · August 2025

    Honeymoon Trip

    We did this tour as part of our honeymoon, and every part of the trip was perfect. The special photo setup and surprise cake truly touched us. Highly recommended! (Thank you Steven and Matt👍)

    Response from the operator: Thank you Yulia and Timothy, we are so happy to host you and welcome again in Tanzania

    via Tripadvisor

    D8475KQeliase · June 2025

    Journey of lifetime

    This safari was the most amazing experience of my life! We were scheduled to go on this trip in 2020 but due to the pandemic it was delayed to 2021, then 2022, and finally 2025. Rupia Adventure team were extremely understanding and helpful allowing us to push our trip out by 5 years. without issue. The trip plan they set up for us was wonderful and our guide Pendael was absolutely fantastic. He was very knowledgable , courteous, and adjusted to our requests (of which we had a lot) with the utmost professionalism. Our itinerary included: Arusha, Tarangire park, central and northern serengeti, ngorogoro crater, and lake Eyasi. The lodges Matt arranged couldn't have been more spot on and perfect for what we were looking for with this experience. My favorites were Lahia tented camp (amazing view of the serengenti) and Ang'ata tented camps. I liked the latter as they afforded the opportunity for the guides to join you for dinner which both my friend and I really liked. Even though you spend an entire day with the guide, being able to sit down and chill and talk with them about their lives was truly memorable. Pendael was great at spotting animals and we managed to see most of the big 5 except for the ever so elusive rhino and although we did not see a leopard we did see a cheetah and her cubs which made up for it! We also spent some time with the Hadzame hunter gather tribe and Datoga people at Lake Eyasi which was truly an enlightening experience. We also visited a Maasai village but I felt that was a bit too staged for my liking and was put off by the $20 pp fee to enter the village. Visiting the Hadzame and Datoga people seemed a bit less 'touristy' to me which i liked much better. My friend and I are already talking about coming back to Tanzania to do another safari. Maybe spend a bit more time in the Northern and Central Serengeti which were our favorites. When we plan our next trip, we will definately be using Rupia Adventure again and ask for Pendael as our guide!

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your review, welcome again

    via Tripadvisor

    Wanderer34832076589 · April 2025

    Amazing Safari

    We were on a 4-day family safari with Rupia Adventure and visited Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Serengeti and Manyara. This is not the first time we visited Africa. I have worked for a long time in a number of countries on the continent, and I know firsthand how difficult it is to organize anything at all here. The guys from Rupia Adventure did that just brilliantly! Obviously,they enjoy their work. We had a competent English-speaking support team (special thanks to Jolanda for providing antimalarial prophylaxis!). Their choice of lodges, safari guide, technical condition and the car - everything is at the highest level! Not a single slip in 5 days, fantastic for Africa! Safari guide David was very polite and professional! Also, with his help we found the Big Five and the Great Migration ... Thousands of antelopes and zebras crossing the Grumeti river is certainly a sight to behold! In general, both the vacation and the tour operator exceeded all expectations. I will definitely recommend Rupia Adventure to my friends. Should I ever visit Tanzania again, the question of choosing a tour operator is solved for me. Thanks for everything you did! Good luck and prosperity!

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your review, welcome again

    via Tripadvisor

    H9179YKirenej · February 2025

    Honeymoon Safari

    I would like to thank the Rupia Adventure team for organizing our honeymoon. I’ve never thought that a vacation in Africa could be that comfortable! We were greeted at the airport by a neatly-clothed and well-mannered safari guide, who unobtrusively accompanied us nearly everywhere and told us about Tanzania and wildlife. Champagne and treats awaited us at each and every hotel we visited. Special praise to the safari vehicle - it was spacious, comfortable and new. Also, I’d like to give a special mention to our guide, his name was David, he told a lot of interesting facts about wild animals and the park, while always being tactful and calm. If we ever decide to go to Tanzania again, Rupia Adventure will be our choice! Everything was superb!

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your review, welcome again

    via Tripadvisor

    GuercioBruno · January 2025

    Impressive Safari

    The safari in Tanzania is simply the best. All the parks are amazing, the environment is perfect to feel the wild life going on right in front of your eyes. Ngorongoro the the highlight. The booking and treatment with Matt were really good from the first contact. I really reccomend it.

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your review, welcome again

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    120 hours
    Free cancellation
    Non-refundable
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    10
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Rupia Adventure, who run 5 experiences we rank across 3 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 57.9.

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    Why this scores 72

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)98
    Review evidence (18% weight)62
    Booking momentum (14% weight)54
    Value for money (12% weight)91
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)56
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)0

    5 Days Tanzania Safari- Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Manyara: questions travelers ask

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

    How much does 5 Days Tanzania Safari- Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Manyara cost?

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    Prices start at $1,200 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 Safari- Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Manyara 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 Safari- Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Manyara worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 72 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 29 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable outdoors in Arusha, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule 5 Days Tanzania Safari- Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Manyara?

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    No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.

    Is 5 Days Tanzania Safari- Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Manyara 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 Safari- Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Manyara?

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    Around 10 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 Safari- Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Manyara 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 Safari- Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Manyara?

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    Included: camping equipment; Lunch; All Fees and Taxes; Dinner; and Breakfast. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does 5 Days Tanzania Safari- Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Manyara include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 9 listed pickup locations in and around Arusha. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is 5 Days Tanzania Safari- Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Manyara offered in?

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    It is offered in German, English, French and Spanish. 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 Safari- Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Manyara?

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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 Safari- Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Manyara wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; and All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to 5 Days Tanzania Safari- Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Manyara if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

    What do travelers say about 5 Days Tanzania Safari- Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Manyara?

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    Across 29 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, photo opportunities, organization. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

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