5-Day Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari: Experience Tanzania's Iconic Wildlife and Landscapes

Embark on a captivating 5-day safari in Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro, immersing yourself in Tanzania’s iconic wildlife and breathtaking landscapes.

Duration: 5 days
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Tarangire National Park - Guests will be picked up from their Arusha hotel at 8:00 AM for a three-hour drive to Tarangire National Park. Enjoy a full day of game drives in the park before heading to Jambo Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay. Tarangire National Park is located 115 km from Arusha and spans an…

What's Included
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Unlimited drinking water
  • Free accommodation: night before and after the safari
  • Free WIFI inside safari jeep
  • All Fees and Taxes
What's Not Included
  • Tips
  • Flights,
Additional Information

Embark on a safari trip that includes a full day in the Tarangire National Park, two days exploring the wonders of the Serengeti, and an exciting day tour of the Ngorongoro Crater. Experience some of Tanzania’s most picturesque locations, including the Ngorongoro Crater, often referred to as the Garden of Eden, and the expansive Serengeti National Park….

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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206eyadr
May 18, 2026
Perfect trip with Meru Slopes and Max - Great experience with Meru slopes. Everything was perfect starting from the magnificent views to our tour guide Max who did a remarkable job explaining everything we see around us in exhaustive details. Max made sure we saw all sorts of animals in different habitat (lions, elephants, rhinos, monkeys, leopards, hippos and more).
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Carla
Apr 11, 2026
Super guide and tour - I went offseason with Meru Slopes and the guide Samwel. It was a great experience!! We saw all the animals we wanted to see and Samwel was able to answer all our questions about everything. We had a great time with him and also the chef who cooked great food. When I come back to Arusha, I will definitely do this safari again with Meru Slopes!!!
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D4855ghingridr
Mar 24, 2026
Safari with Nuru - We had a great experience on our safari in Tarangire and Ngorongoro crater. Nuru was a perfect guide and Rasheed provided very nice food. Thank you meru slopes and Jerome for helping us plan our trip. We really want to give a special thanks to Nuru, he thought us a lot about both culture and the animals, which made the trip very interesting! Also he is a very good driver, we always felt safe with him.
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218thanis
Mar 21, 2026
Love the experience! Highly recommend! - Just came back from a 5-day, 4-night safari in the Serengeti and it was such an amazing experience! 🦁🌅 Our guide was super friendly, knowledgeable, and made every game drive exciting. We got to see so many animals up close! The chef was also incredible — the food was delicious and way better than expected for a safari. The whole team was kind and took great care of us, making the trip feel easy and enjoyable. Honestly, I loved every moment and would highly recommend it to anyone! 🐘✨
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Andrearod913
Feb 26, 2026
Beautiful experience - I went on a six-day safari with Rashid. Rating to Judah certainly great. Rating to the visited natural parks definitely great and fantastic. Value for money I think among the best. The cook is also excellent. A nice surprise. Only thing, the sleeping aid for camping should be washed a little more often. I hope to book a new safari with them as soon as possible.
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Rettler438
Feb 20, 2026
Exceeded all expectations - From the moment we arrived at Arusha Airport until our final drop-off, we had nothing but a positive experience and professional service. The vehicle was comfortable, and the timing for all the national park visits and game drives was perfectly managed. Additionally, the campsites and hotels were well beyond our expectations. Special thanks to our driver, Andrew, who was professional, entertaining, and simply a pleasure to be around. We also want to send our best regards to our cook, Buga; we truly enjoyed every meal he prepared. Everything was tasty, healthy, and a great introduction to local flavors. We saw every animal on our list and gained deep insights into the wildlife and Tanzanian culture. The knowledge shared with us throughout the trip was impressive and yet not boring at all. We are extremely satisfied with Meru Slopes and the entire team. We will definitely be recommending them to everyone!
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Petervc69
Feb 13, 2026
100% successful - “budget” was only the tents - rest was 23 stars! - So, I researched a lot to find an affordable safari, but most started around $2,000 for a 4-night / 5-day safari that included the Serengeti savanna and the Ngorongoro Crater. After several days, I stumbled—purely by luck—upon Meru Slopes’ fantastic offer at only $1,050 for such a trip, including lodging for one night in a private room/lodge and the other three nights in tented camping arrangements. I must say, I was very skeptical. How could they offer basically the same package for 50% less?! And we’re talking about the hotel in Arusha upon arrival and on day 5, for free—breakfast and dinner included! All three meals during the safari were included, all drinks (beer and wine included!!!) during game drives and, of course, during meals. I mean… was this too good to be true? Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater paradise, and on top of it all, a 3–4 hour game drive in Tarangire National Park (which I didn’t even know existed!). My contact person, Mr. Shadrack, turned out to be incredibly positive, service-oriented, and efficient. We corresponded at all hours via WhatsApp. So I decided to go for it and paid only about 10% upfront. The hotel in Arusha is basic—but the bed and bathroom were clean and cozy, and every single staff member was extremely friendly and willing to assist (get a room on the top floor with a view of Mount Meru). I can especially mention Mr. Geoffrey Nasari and the super-efficient receptionist, Mrs. Juliana. And then finally came the day on which I was basically gambling my biggest travel experience—the safari with Meru Slopes. I could go on… but let me (try to) be brief: the Toyota Land Cruiser safari jeep for six people was excellent—just like all the other jeeps offered in the $2,000–$4,000 package deals we crossed paths with every day! Tarangire National Park turned out to be a fantastic surprise, with lush green woodland and tons of animals—from zebras, monumental giraffes, warthogs, to lions on the hunt… and yes, even a whole family of elephants. The car was packed with water, soft drinks, and even Kilimanjaro beers! My group was a mix of very entertaining and charming people from Greece, France, and Hong Kong—definitely not a bunch of rowdy backpackers on a budget trip. Our game driver, Mr. Lobulo, and our “private chef”—yes, you read that correctly—our private chef, Mr. Rashim, were simply extraordinary. Mr. Lobulo, the guide and driver, had the perfect combination of deep knowledge of the animal kingdom mixed with personal stories and, more importantly, an extremely creative way of using his network of drivers and friends via the two-band radio he was constantly synced with. Why? Because the Big Five are never in the same place (of course). So very often we’d suddenly make a 180-degree turn and drive as if we were on a mission from God (!) toward a new location 3–5 km down the road or behind a rock formation… only to slowly approach a family of lions, or the very reclusive leopard resting high up on a tree branch. I mean… we saw it all: 2 cheetahs, 3 leopards, 15+ hyenas, 30+ lions, 40+ hippos, 50+ elephants, 200+ buffaloes, 1,000+ zebras, and uncountable wildebeest. For bird-loving travelers, I should also mention that we saw pretty much every bird on the menu. And in the Ngorongoro caldera, we completed the full Big Five by spotting a black rhinoceros. So there you have it! Oh—and did I mention that they also picked me up and dropped me back at Kilimanjaro International Airport? And yes… for free. Man. What an incredibly successful safari experience. Thank you, Meru Slopes. Special thanks to Mr. Shadrack for his top-professional, efficient, and productive communication.
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Dismasl2026
Feb 3, 2026
Relaxing Safari - Our family had an unforgettable experience traveling with Full Package Adventures. From the moment we arrived, everything was perfectly organized and stress-free. The team was friendly, professional, and always ready to help, making us feel safe and well taken care of throughout the journey. The accommodation was comfortable, the food was delicious, and the safari activities were exciting for both adults and children. We enjoyed seeing beautiful landscapes and amazing wildlife together as a family, creating memories that we will cherish forever. Full Package Adventures truly delivered excellent service and made our family trip special and enjoyable. We highly recommend them to any family looking for a fun, relaxing, and well-planned adventure.
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Compass55527323571
Jan 17, 2026
Highly recommendable! - We had an amazing 5-day safari experience with Meru Slopes. From the very beginning, communication with the company was excellent. The safari itself was fantastic. Our guide and cook took care of all the practical details, allowing us to relax and fully enjoy the experience. Overall, this safari was absolutely worth the money, and we highly recommend Meru Slopes to anyone looking for a memorable and well-organized safari adventure. A special thank you to Lobulu and Buka. I have been on this exact trip twice with Lobulu as my guide and he is phenomenal. Together with Buka as our cook, they made the perfect and most authentic safari experience you can imagine. THANK YOU 🙏🏻
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Leonelaj828
Jan 7, 2026
Amazing experience - We just got back from a 5-day budget safari, great experience with Meru!! We started researching operators a few months in advance but ended up confirming only a week before starting the safari. We decided on Meru Slopes after reading the reviews on various sites (google, instagram), they provided good value for money, seemed serious and reliable. We were not wrong! - Pre/Post-safari: they were very accommodating and flexible. We got the 2 nights in Arusha included and the transfers from Arusha airport and to Kilimanjaro on the way out. We found that not having to worry about organising these was an added bonus and good value for money. The hotel (Arusha tourist inn) is no-frills, comfortable and clean, and the airport transfers were on time and with very nice staff. We also liked getting sim cards on arrival. These things made us feel looked after by the company and just adds to the overall positive experience. -During safari: our guide Max was very knowledgeable and always took us to the best spots for finding the animals. We liked that he was keen to leave early and punctual in order to maximise the chances. On the morning of the Ngorongoro visit, we were the first leaving the camp to give us an early start in the park! He was respectful and responsible with the welfare of the animals and the parks - we were visitors in their home. Even with this, he made sure we saw all of the famous 5 and also the ‘ugly’ 5! The chef (Johanni) prepared tasty meals throughout, even for the picnic lunch - we appreciate that no plastic waste was created, as some companies seemed to provide fast food style packaging. We will definitely recommend Meru (and Max!) to anyone looking to visit!
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up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).