5-Day Serval Wildlife, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari
Tour Overview
Experience the ultimate 5-day safari adventure that takes you from the exclusive Serval Wildlife Sanctuary to the world-famous Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. This immersive journey offers a blend of close wildlife encounters, stunning landscapes, and unparalleled game viewing, including the chance to spot the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino). Enjoy a night in luxury at Serval Wildlife Sanctuary, two full days exploring the endless plains of Serengeti, and a thrilling game drive within Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s most spectacular natural wonders. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arusha to Serval Wildlife Sanctuary
Location: Serval Wildlife
Accommodation: Camp, Lodge, Resort
Accommodation Name: Serval Wildlife Sanctuary
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Your safari begins with a scenic drive from Arusha to Serval Wildlife Sanctuary, located in the Siha District of Kilimanjaro Region. Upon arrival, you’ll be welcomed with a refreshing drink and an introduction to the sanctuary’s conservation efforts. Spend the day engaging in close-up interactions with giraffes, zebras, elands, and impalas, including hand-feeding sessions under expert supervision. A guided nature walk follows, offering insights into the local flora and bird species. Enjoy a delicious lunch by the lake, with breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro. The afternoon is free for relaxation before gathering around a bonfire for storytelling about Tanzanian wildlife and culture. After dinner, retreat to your luxury private chalet, where you can enjoy a peaceful night in the sanctuary’s serene surroundings. ...more ...less
Day 2 : Serval Wildlife to Serengeti National Park
Location: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Hotel, Camp, Lodge, Resort
Accommodation Name: Serengeti Sound of Nature or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After an early breakfast, depart for Serengeti National Park, passing through scenic landscapes, farmlands, and Maasai villages. Along the way, stop at Olduvai Gorge, one of the most important paleoanthropological sites in the world, where early human fossils were discovered. Upon arrival in Serengeti, embark on an afternoon game drive, where you’ll witness lions, elephants, giraffes, cheetahs, and large herds of wildebeest and zebras roaming the vast plains. As the sun sets, check in at your luxury tented camp or lodge, where you’ll enjoy dinner and an evening of relaxation under the star-lit African sky.
Day 3 : Full-Day Safari in Serengeti
Location: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Hotel, Camp, Lodge, Resort
Accommodation Name: Serengeti Sound of Nature or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend a full day exploring Serengeti National Park, one of the world’s greatest wildlife destinations. With a packed breakfast and picnic lunch, set out on an extended game drive across different regions of the park, maximizing your chances of spotting the Big Five and witnessing dramatic predator-prey interactions. Depending on the season, you may also witness the Great Migration, as thousands of wildebeest and zebras cross the Serengeti in search of fresh grazing lands. Visit river crossings, kopjes (rock outcrops), and predator hotspots while enjoying insightful commentary from your expert guide. As the day winds down, return to your luxury camp for a sundowner, dinner, and a peaceful night in the wild.
Day 4 : Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Location: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation: Hotel, Camp, Lodge, Resort
Accommodation Name: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, enjoy one last morning game drive in Serengeti before departing for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. This scenic journey takes you through rolling savannahs and highland forests, offering spectacular views along the way. Arrive at your lodge on the crater rim, where you can relax with a panoramic view of the crater below. Spend the afternoon at leisure, enjoying the tranquility of the lodge and preparing for the next day's crater exploration. Dinner will be served with an opportunity to reflect on your safari experiences so far.
Day 5 : Ngorongoro Crater Safari & Return to Arusha
Location: Arusha
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Start the day with an early breakfast before descending into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to one of the highest concentrations of wildlife in Africa. As you drive across grasslands, swamps, and acacia forests, you’ll have the chance to spot elephants, buffalos, lions, cheetahs, and the endangered black rhino. The crater floor also features a stunning hippo-filled lake and vibrant birdlife, including flamingos and African fish eagles. Enjoy a picnic lunch near the hippo pool, followed by a final game drive as you ascend the crater walls. After exiting the conservation area, begin the return journey to Arusha, arriving in the late afternoon with unforgettable memories of your 5-day safari adventure.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Serval Wildlife Sanctuary Serengeti Sound of Nature or similar Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge or similar
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Airport transfers inclusive
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Fully Guided
Professional English-speaking driver-guide
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Meals
Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner).
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Transport
Round-trip transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof.
What's Not Included
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Additional Services
Tips for guides, drivers, and lodge staff.
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Insurance
Travel insurance exclusive
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International Travel
International flights and visas.
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Optional
Optional activities (e.g., balloon safari in Serengeti).
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We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of gracepatt ecotours kenya charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
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5-Day Serval Wildlife, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari
5 Days Starting and ending in Arusha
Visiting: Serval Wildlife, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha
Tour operator:
Tour code:
SVSNG
Group Type:
Private
Specialist Group:
18-30 Somethings
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 99
Age range:
2-99
Special diets catered:
Jain, Halal, Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Kosher
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