This 5-day comfort safari in Tanzania is designed for travelers who want to experience world-class wildlife while enjoying refined lodges, personalized service, and a relaxed pace. Blending iconic national parks with handpicked comfort lodges, this journey delivers an elevated safari experience without rushing, perfect for couples, honeymooners, and discerning travelers.
DAY 1
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, where you will be warmly welcomed by your safari representative. Transfer to your comfort lodge in Arusha for rest and relaxation. Depending on arrival time, enjoy the lodge facilities or explore the town at leisure.
Overnight: Gran Melia Arusha
Meals: Dinner
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, where you will be warmly welcomed by your safari representative. Transfer to your comfort lodge in Arusha for rest and relaxation. Depending on arrival time, enjoy the lodge facilities or explore the town at leisure.
Overnight: Gran Melia Arusha
Meals: Dinner
Your safari begins with a scheduled morning flight from Zanzibar to Serengeti National Park. Upon landing at a remote airstrip, you will be warmly welcomed by your Shiri Adventures professional safari guide and immediately begin your first game drive.
The Central Serengeti offers vast open plains and exceptional wildlife viewing, with frequent sightings of giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, elephants, and predators such as lions and cheetahs. Game viewing continues en route to your camp, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the rhythm of the African wilderness before settling in for the evening.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
DAY 2
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park. Enjoy a full game drive with a picnic lunch inside the park. Tarangire is renowned for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse wildlife. In the late afternoon, drive to your comfort lodge near the park.
Overnight: Manyara’s Secret
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park. Enjoy a full game drive with a picnic lunch inside the park. Tarangire is renowned for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse wildlife. In the late afternoon, drive to your comfort lodge near the park.
Overnight: Manyara’s Secret
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, depart for a morning game drive during peak wildlife activity. Your guide will focus on prime wildlife corridors and predator hotspots, maximizing the chances of memorable sightings.
Following lunch, the safari continues with an afternoon game drive, when changing light and temperatures reveal different animal behaviors. As the sun sets over the plains, return to camp for a relaxed evening and dinner under the stars.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 3
After breakfast, enjoy a game drive in Lake Manyara National Park. This scenic park is famous for its lush groundwater forest, rich birdlife, and large troops of baboons. Wildlife sightings may include elephants, giraffes, buffalo, hippos, and flamingos depending on season. Continue to Karatu in the afternoon.
Overnight: Manyara’s Secret
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, enjoy a game drive in Lake Manyara National Park. This scenic park is famous for its lush groundwater forest, rich birdlife, and large troops of baboons. Wildlife sightings may include elephants, giraffes, buffalo, hippos, and flamingos depending on season. Continue to Karatu in the afternoon.
Overnight: Manyara’s Secret
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Enjoy a second full day in the Serengeti, allowing for deeper exploration and flexible routing based on wildlife movements. Activities may include tracking big cats, observing large migrating herds, or focusing on scenic landscapes and birdlife.
With no inter-park travel, the day remains unhurried and immersive, offering a truly authentic safari experience. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 4
After an early breakfast, drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full game drive with a picnic lunch. The crater offers some of the best wildlife viewing in Africa, including lions, elephants, buffalo, and the rare black rhino. In the afternoon, ascend to the Ngorongoro Highlands.
Overnight: Embalakai Ngorongoro
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After an early breakfast, drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full game drive with a picnic lunch. The crater offers some of the best wildlife viewing in Africa, including lions, elephants, buffalo, and the rare black rhino. In the afternoon, ascend to the Ngorongoro Highlands.
Overnight: Embalakai Ngorongoro
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Enjoy a second full day in the Serengeti, allowing for deeper exploration and flexible routing based on wildlife movements. Activities may include tracking big cats, observing large migrating herds, or focusing on scenic landscapes and birdlife.
With no inter-park travel, the day remains unhurried and immersive, offering a truly authentic safari experience. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 5
After breakfast, enjoy the scenic drive back to Arusha. Depending on your departure time, optional cultural visits or souvenir shopping can be arranged. Transfer to Arusha Airport or Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward journey.
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, enjoy the scenic drive back to Arusha. Depending on your departure time, optional cultural visits or souvenir shopping can be arranged. Transfer to Arusha Airport or Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward journey.
Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy a second full day in the Serengeti, allowing for deeper exploration and flexible routing based on wildlife movements. Activities may include tracking big cats, observing large migrating herds, or focusing on scenic landscapes and birdlife.
With no inter-park travel, the day remains unhurried and immersive, offering a truly authentic safari experience. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
What is a comfort safari?
A comfort safari offers high-quality lodges, excellent service, and spacious rooms, without the cost of ultra-luxury camps. It is ideal for travelers who want comfort, value, and authentic safari experiences.
How long is the 5-day comfort safari?
The safari lasts 5 days and 4 nights, including game drives and overnight stays in carefully selected comfort lodges.
Who is this safari best suited for?
This safari is perfect for couples, honeymooners, families, and travelers who prefer a relaxed safari pace with upgraded accommodations.
Which national parks are included?
The safari visits Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater.
What wildlife can I expect to see?
You may see elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, hippos, and a wide variety of birdlife. Big Five sightings are possible, especially in the Ngorongoro Crater.
Is the Great Migration included?
The Great Migration takes place in the Serengeti and is not included in this itinerary. It can be added as an extension.
What type of accommodation is used?
You will stay in handpicked comfort lodges offering private bathrooms, quality dining, and peaceful surroundings.
Are meals included?
Yes. All meals during the safari are included, except where noted on arrival or departure days.
What type of safari vehicle is used?
A 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof is used for excellent wildlife viewing and photography.
Where does the safari start and end?
The safari starts and ends in Arusha. Airport transfers can be arranged.
Can the safari end at Kilimanjaro International Airport?
Yes. Drop-off at Kilimanjaro International Airport can be arranged on request.
Is the safari safe?
Yes. The safari is led by professional guides and follows all national park safety regulations.
Do I need vaccinations or malaria medication?
Routine travel vaccinations are recommended, and malaria prophylaxis is advised. Please consult your doctor before travel.
Can this comfort safari be customized?
Yes. Travel dates, lodges, and extensions can be tailored to suit your preferences.
Can I add Zanzibar or Serengeti after this safari?
Yes. Many travelers extend their trip with a Serengeti safari or a Zanzibar beach holiday.
ADD-ON
Enjoy a bird’s eye view, a hearty breakfast and a glass of champagne during a morning hot air balloon tour. Your entire trip will be unforgettable, but this will bring it to new heights.
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Set against lush coffee plantations with views of Mount Meru, it offers serene luxury before or after safari. Spacious suites, elevated dining, and discreet five-star service define every stay. A polished sanctuary for travelers who expect comfort, calm, and distinction.
