Four park shared Tanzania safari
5 Day Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Lake Manyara Joining Safari
This 5 day Tanzania joining safari visits four celebrated parks, from Tarangire and Central Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara.
From $975 USD per person
“Rose and Edna communicated clearly before the trip and organised everything smoothly.” — Abdulrazack Kiiza, Google review
Why book this route
Four famous parks in one complete joining safari
This five day route offers the widest variety in the joining collection. Begin among Tarangire's elephants, journey into the Central Serengeti plains, descend into Ngorongoro Crater and finish beneath the Rift Valley escarpment at Lake Manyara.
Who this safari suits
A shared safari that keeps the cost lower
- Travellers who want four parks at a shared price
- First time visitors who want a broad Northern Tanzania experience
- Solo travellers and couples who prefer a longer route
- Guests who want both Serengeti and Lake Manyara included
Your shared safari
Four parks connected by one experienced team
Your guide leads the published route across four different wildlife areas, while our Arusha team prepares the shared vehicle, fees and selected camping or lodging stays.
Ready when you are
See more of Northern Tanzania in five days
Tell us your preferred date and accommodation style. We will check space for your date and send the practical information needed to reserve the longest shared route.
Day by day itinerary
5 day Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Lake Manyara safari plan
Choose camping or lodging below. The same exciting park route awaits every guest in the shared group.
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Meet your guide after breakfast and enter the land of giant baobabs and elephant herds. Follow the Tarangire River through wildlife rich woodland and open plains as the first day of your joining safari unfolds around you. Continue to Karatu in the late afternoon.
Meals: lunch and dinner. Overnight: midrange lodge in Karatu, outside the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.Meals: lunch and dinner. Overnight: Fig Tree Campsite in the Mto wa Mbu area.Karatu to Central Serengeti
Cross the Ngorongoro highlands and enter the vast Serengeti. The afternoon unfolds across open plains and river valleys as your guide tracks wildlife towards the central region, celebrated for lions, cheetahs, leopards and grazing herds.
Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner. Overnight: Tukaone Camp or Robin Tented Camp in Central Serengeti.Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner. Overnight: Nyani Campsite in Central Serengeti.Central Serengeti to the Ngorongoro highlands
Return to Central Serengeti's plains, kopjes and river valleys while the morning is cool. Your guide uses experience of the Serengeti plains, kopjes and river valleys to plan the morning game drive before the route rises into the Ngorongoro highlands for dinner and overnight.
Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner. Overnight: confirmed Ngorongoro Wild Camp in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner. Overnight: Simba Campsite in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.Ngorongoro Crater and Karatu
Descend early into the immense crater and explore grassland, woodland and wetlands used by lions, buffalo, zebras, wildebeest, hippos and black rhino. After the game drive and picnic lunch, continue to Karatu for a relaxed evening.
Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner. Overnight: confirmed Farm of Dreams Lodge in Karatu.Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner. Overnight: Fig Tree Campsite in the Mto wa Mbu area.Lake Manyara National Park and return to Arusha
Finish beneath the Rift Valley escarpment with a game drive through Lake Manyara's groundwater forest, floodplain and lakeshore habitats. After lunch, return to Arusha carrying the memories of four completely different wildlife areas.
Meals: breakfast and lunch. End of safari after the return drive.Meals: breakfast and lunch. End of safari after the return drive.From Our Team on the Ground
A local note from Serengeti Wild Tours
With five days available, Serengeti Wild Tours uses this route to cover the northern circuit highlights without putting every park into the same rush. Lake Manyara works naturally as the final park before the shared safari returns to Arusha.
Accommodation choices
Camping or lodging on the same shared route
Choose the comfort style that suits your budget. The parks, shared vehicle and published joining route stay the same; we confirm the exact available stays for your departure date before you commit.
Lodging
Midrange lodges and ensuite tented camps on the published route, confirmed for your departure date.
- midrange lodge in Karatu, outside the Ngorongoro Conservation Area
- Tukaone Camp or Robin Tented Camp in Central Serengeti
- confirmed Ngorongoro Wild Camp in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area
- confirmed Farm of Dreams Lodge in Karatu
Camping
Public safari campsites on the same route, with the camping support included in the published package.
- Fig Tree Campsite in the Mto wa Mbu area
- Nyani Campsite in Central Serengeti
- Simba Campsite in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Joining safari price
Choose camping or lodging
The camping price uses shared safari facilities and public campsites.
The displayed rate is per person for the published shared route and the accommodation style you select. It includes the shared safari vehicle, professional guide, route park and conservation fees, meals and drinking water as listed below.
Included
Included in your joining safari
- Shared 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop up roof
- Professional English speaking safari guide
- Park and conservation fees for the published route
- Ngorongoro Crater service fee
- Meals stated in the day by day programme
- Drinking water during game drives
- Camping equipment and safari cook when camping is selected
- Booked safari accommodation when lodging is selected
Not included
Plan separately
- International and domestic flights
- Visa and comprehensive travel insurance
- Accommodation before and after the safari unless added
- Airport transfers unless requested and confirmed
- Alcoholic drinks, soft drinks and personal purchases
- Optional activities and accommodation upgrades
- Tips for your guide, cook and accommodation staff
The route ahead
A look at the parks on this route
Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Lake Manyara each bring a different landscape to the safari. The five day sequence keeps the route clear while allowing useful time for game drives.
Questions before booking
Helpful answers for this safari
Which parks are included in the five day joining safari?
The route includes Tarangire, Central Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara.
Is the five day route rushed?
The route is active, but the extra day allows four parks to be included in a practical sequence from and back to Arusha.
Can I choose lodging instead of camping?
Yes. Select the lodging option in the form. Both options follow the same shared park route.
Are airport transfers included?
Airport transfers are arranged separately unless they are written into your confirmed booking.
Compare joining routes
Not sure this is the right joining safari?
Compare a shorter classic route or the direct three day Serengeti option if five days do not fit your plans.
Why book with Serengeti Wild Tours
Plan directly with a Tanzanian-owned, locally operated team
Our Arusha team checks space for your date, your camping or lodging option and your place in the vehicle before we ask you to confirm.
Local & licensed
Licensed Tanzanian Tour Operator
TANAPA / NCAA authorized operator.
Clear payment steps
10% deposit to confirm
Balance due 10 days before safari.
Bank transfer / Wise / card available.
Plans can change
Flexible rescheduling available - ask us about your travel dates.
Simple booking process
What happens after you enquire
Step 1
Send your dates
Tell us your preferred date and whether you want camping or lodging.
Step 2
We check space for your date
We confirm space on the joining safari and the accommodation option.
Step 3
We send the final details
You receive the route, price, meeting point and what is included.
Step 4
Confirm your place
Your booking is confirmed with the agreed deposit.
What guests say about travelling with us
“Rose and Edna communicated clearly before the trip and organised everything smoothly. Although it was a joining safari, the service still felt very personal. The Serengeti Wild Tours staff genuinely cared about our experience.”
— Abdulrazack Kiiza, Google review
Plan your 5 Day joining safari
Choose camping or lodging and share your preferred date. We will check space for your date and help you reserve the four park route.