Serengeti Plains Signature Journey - 5 Days Tarangire Baobabs to Ngorongoro Crater
Welcome to Serengeti Plains Signature Journey
Stand under ancient baobabs as 300 elephants pass. Track lions on golden plains. Rim Ngorongoro Crater as rhino graze at dawn.
This 5 day private journey is for travelers who value space, luxury camps, and real wildlife moments without crowds.
Travel private 4×4. Sleep in hand-picked tented camps. Move with guides who know where predators hide.
Route: Tarangire Baobabs → Serengeti Plains → Ngorongoro Crater
Ready for an experience built around you? See full itinerary & pricing below.
WHEN TO GO – SEASONS
- All months
Select a month to find out more
A wonderful time to be in northern Tanzania! The green wilderness, the presence of predators, and the migration of herds to the southern Serengeti must create a truly captivating natural spectacle. Tarangire’s resident game population and the abundant wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater offer unique opportunities for wildlife enthusiasts.
The moderate number of visitors at this time ensures a more peaceful and immersive experience with nature.
A wonderful time to be in northern Tanzania! The green wilderness, the presence of predators, and the migration of herds to the southern Serengeti must create a truly captivating natural spectacle. Tarangire’s resident game population and the abundant wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater offer unique opportunities for wildlife enthusiasts.
The moderate number of visitors at this time ensures a more peaceful and immersive experience with nature.
A wonderful time to be in northern Tanzania! The green wilderness, the presence of predators, and the migration of herds to the southern Serengeti must create a truly captivating natural spectacle. Tarangire’s resident game population and the abundant wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater offer unique opportunities for wildlife enthusiasts.
The moderate number of visitors at this time ensures a more peaceful and immersive experience with nature.
Exploring the eastern Serengeti plains and the Ngorongoro Crater during April must be truly breathtaking with the vibrant greens and abundant wildlife. The fewer safari vehicles would definitely contribute to a more intimate and immersive experience in nature.
A wonderful time to explore the beauty of Tanzania’s wilderness, with more rain adding to the lush greenery of the landscape. The lower number of safari vehicles during this time allows for a more peaceful and less crowded safari experience, giving visitors the opportunity to appreciate the abundant wildlife in a serene setting.
Exploring the eastern Serengeti plains and the Ngorongoro Crater during May can be particularly rewarding, as these areas are rich in wildlife and offer spectacular views of the natural surroundings, The green wilderness provides a stunning backdrop for observing the diverse flora and fauna that call these regions home.
June is a fantastic time to visit Tarangire National Park! The abundance of wildlife and the chance to witness the Serengeti Wildebeest Migration must be truly awe-inspiring. The Norongoro Crater is definitely a must-see destination with its incredible wildlife viewing opportunities. since the number of vehicle is moderate in June, visitors can enjoy a more intimate and immersive experience with nature.
Dry Season in Tanzania, which is when wildlife congregates around water sources like rivers and ponds in places like Tarangire and Serengeti national Parks. The Ngorongoro Crater also teems with wildlife during this time.
If you are planning to visit during this busy season, it’s a good idea to book your safari vacation in advance to ensure availability.
Dry Season in Tanzania, which is when wildlife congregates around water sources like rivers and ponds in places like Tarangire and Serengeti national Parks. The Ngorongoro Crater also teems with wildlife during this time.
If you are planning to visit during this busy season, it’s a good idea to book your safari vacation in advance to ensure availability.
Dry Season in Tanzania, which is when wildlife congregates around water sources like rivers and ponds in places like Tarangire and Serengeti national Parks. The Ngorongoro Crater also teems with wildlife during this time.
If you are planning to visit during this busy season, it’s a good idea to book your safari vacation in advance to ensure availability.
The landscape is parched and wildlife congregates around water sources to quench their thirst. this can offer some incredible wildlife viewing opportunities as animal gather in close proximity to water, with a medium number of visitors in the parks during this time, it could be a great time to experience the beauty and wildlife of region without overwhelming crowds.
A beautiful and fascinating time to visit parks in Tanzania during the season of short rains, the weather is relatively mild with warm temperatures during the day and cooler nights. The sight of the first thunder showers over the Serengeti rolling plains must be a breathtaking experience, especially for the wildebeest herds.
The diversity of animals in Ngorongoro Crater and the Tarangire must be sights to be hold, and it’s great to know that the number of visitors in the parks is moderate in November, which allows for more peaceful and enjoyable safari experience.
A beautiful and fascinating time to visit parks in Tanzania during the season of short rains, the weather is relatively mild with warm temperatures during the day and cooler nights. The sight of the first thunder showers over the Serengeti rolling plains must be a breathtaking experience, especially for the wildebeest herds.
The diversity of animals in Ngorongoro Crater and the Tarangire must be sights to be hold, and it’s great to know that the number of visitors in the parks is moderate in December, which allows for more peaceful and enjoyable safari experience.
DETAILED ITINERARY
Accommodation Level: Luxury-Tented Camp and Lodges.
Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport you Arusha Kahawa Hotel for pre – briefing and overnight stay before embarking on your unforgettable adventure.
Day 1: Tarangire Baobabs – Start Your Serengeti Plains Signature Journey
Activity: game viewing.
Driving distance 1hr 57 118km
Program: First day of your life time safari start in the morning head to a superlative dry wilderness studded by acacia woodland and scattered giants baobab trees. The wilderness that offer awesome sightings of elephants herds, as dry season start a shallow river flowing at the park is the only refuge for elephant, buffalo, impala, zebra, wildebeest and many others game species to gathering and cut their thirsty.
In a good day lion, leopard and cheetah can also be seeing. Picnic lunch will be served by then game viewing will press interior the park and as a late evening set in you will be entering a lodge for dinner.
Overnight stay at Lake Manyara Serena Hotel
Day 2: Serengeti Plains – Heart of Signature Journey
Driving distance. 2 hr 31 min, 116.9km
Activities: game viewing.
Program:
After an early breakfast you will set off pound more north to the Serengeti national park, from a stunning Great Rift Valley escarpment towards the rim of the Ngorongoro crater of various vegetation type and the Olduvai woodland before entering southwest Serengeti, where eyes will be captured by the horizon plain. In wet season the Great annual Migration is the highlight, still in dry season there is opportunities to experience the wild residents species.
Picnic lunch will be served, thereafter game drive en route will continue towards the Seronera, past some habitats packed granite rocks ‘kopjes’ favored by lion, leopard and cheetahs as their hideout in hot days. After a remarkable drive as sunset you will be entering a luxury home for dinner.
Overnight stay at Mbuzi Mawe Luxury Camp.
Day 3: Serengeti Plains – Heart of Signature Journey
Activities:
To wake up for breakfast when sunrise, by then on board and depart for a full day game drive, the mystery of the Serengeti come alive in our full day drive along a rolling open grasslands boasts game species, includes-elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, eland, topi, hartebeest, warthog, gazelles and diverse big wild cats.
Rivers are home to Nile crocodile, hippos and number aquatic birds, as afternoon set in picnic lunch will be served, thereafter game drive will move on before return to a camp as sunset.
Overnight stay at Mbuzi Mawe Luxury Camp.
Day 4: Serengeti plain to Ngorongoro – Best wildlife sighting of Signature Journey
Driving Distance: 110 km 2 hr drive
Activities: Game drive,
Discover nocturnes life at this immensely Serengeti open grasslands, as you leave the camp at 6am, your mind will be enthralled by the only nocturne magical sounds from powerful predators-lions and hyena, experience awesome sky when sunrise and emotive sights from other wildlife species, by then you will return to the camp for breakfast, thereafter drive off for some more game drive before exit the Serengeti head to the rim of the Ngorongoro crater, past a Maasai village to witness how they still holding rich of cultures, after enjoying the local dunce and learning their ways of living you will carry on to the lodge to arrives for a dinner.
Overnight stay at Ngorongoro Serena lodge,
Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater – Grand Finale of Signature Journey
Driving Distance: 173 km 3 hr drive
Activities: game
Explore the game field, an early start perhaps with picnic breakfast on hand and serve it at the crater floor. Untamed scenery of the Ngorongoro Valley will never fail taking your breath away as you descent it’s wall, the crater valley display large resident population of wildlife of which most predominantly grazing animals includes buffaloes, wildebeest, zebras, eland, hartebeest, gazelles and warthog.
The swamps and forest provide additional resources for hippo, elephant, water-buck, bush-buck, reed-buck, baboons and endangered Black Rhino, all of them animals shares same habitats with lions, leopard and higher density of Hyenas clans you won’t find else-where.
In the afternoon picnic lunch will be served before ascent its wall and return back to Arusha.
Overnight stay at Kahawa House or other planned hotel or transfer to the airport to either fly back home or to Zanzibar if other excursion extension will be selected.
FAQs - Serengeti Plains Signature Journey
What is the best time for Serengeti Plains Signature Journey?
June to October: Dry season. Best for wildlife viewing + river crossings. Clear skies, less mosquitoes.
January to March: Calving season. See thousands of wildebeest babies + predators hunting. Green landscapes, fewer tourists.
We run this 5 day journey year-round. Each season has its magic.
Do I need a visa for Tanzania?
Yes. Most travelers need a Tanzania e-Visa. Apply online at least 2 weeks before travel at immigration.go.tz
Cost: $50 USD for single entry. Keep printed copy + passport for 6+ months validity.
Malaria and vaccines - what do I need?
Malaria: Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro are low malaria zones. Take prophylaxis as advised by your doctor. Use repellent + long sleeves at dusk.
Vaccines: Yellow Fever certificate required if arriving from yellow fever country. Routine vaccines: Hepatitis A, Typhoid recommended.
For your safety, consult your personal doctor 6-8 weeks before travel for medical advice specific to your health and home country.
What’s included in your 5 day private safari?
Vehicle: Private 4×4 Toyota Landcruiser safari vehicle with pop-up roof. Large windows + charging ports for every guest. Designed for luxury safari comfort.
Guide & Park: Professional English speaking guide + all national park fees + government taxes.
Accommodation: Luxury tented camps and lodges with en-suite bathrooms, hot showers, and premium bedding.
Meals & Drinks: All meals during safari. Bottled water daily. Gourmet picnic lunch with wine, beer, soda, and freshly brewed coffee served in the wild.
Is Serengeti Plains Signature Journey good for honeymoon?
Yes. We arrange private bush dinners, lunch and room upgrades for couples. Ask for honeymoon add-ons when booking.
What should I pack?
Neutral colors: khaki, green, brown. Light layers for mornings. Hat, sunglasses, binoculars. Camera with zoom lens. We send full packing list after booking.
How far in advance should I book?
3-6 months for June-Oct peak season. 1-2 months for green season. Private camps fill fast. Early booking = better camp choice + lower rates.
Can we fly to and from Serengeti instead of driving?
Yes. We can arrange both scheduled flights tickets for your Serengeti Plains Signature Journey.
Fly-in: Arusha Airport to Serengeti airstrips like Seronera or Kogatende. Saves 6 hours on the road + aerial views of Ngorongoro Crater.
Fly-out: Serengeti airstrips to Arusha Airport, Kilimanjaro Airport JRO, or Zanz
Why Choose Feline Safaris for Your Serengeti Plains Signature Journey?
For 15+ years, Feline Safaris has designed private journeys for travelers who want more than just game drives. Your Serengeti Plains Signature Journey is built around space, time, and authentic wildlife moments.
We avoid crowded viewpoints. Our guides use local knowledge to find private corners of Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro where elephants feed in peace and lions rest undisturbed.
From your first inquiry to drop-off at Arusha, JRO or Zanzibar, we handle every detail with Tanzanian hospitality. Private 4×4 Landcruiser, luxury camps, gourmet picnic with wine, and guides who know each animal by sight.
Most of our guests don’t just visit once. They return for more, because a Signature Journey with Feline Safaris feels personal, not packaged.
- PRICE FROM: $4,420pps.
- All entry fees,
- Government Taxes,
- Unlimited Mineral water while on safari.
- A bottle of wine and soft drinks on each day of safari.
- All accommodations while on safari in full board (FB) basis.
- Accommodation night upon your arrival in Arusha and after a safari in bed and breakfast (bb) basis,
- All transfers mentioned above, upon your arrival and departure from Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha domestic airport.
- Service of Professional English speaking driver guide. Option of French, Spanish and Germany speaking guide during your safari bookings.
- 4WD Land-Cruiser equipped with (popup) opened roofed for safaris, window seats, seat belts, radio wave, fridge and multiple outlet for recharging battery and device.
- Gratuity
- All Personal Items (Example toiletries, cameras)
- Excursions and activities not listed in the itinerary