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5-Day NYOTA Private Tanzania Safari

A balanced private Tanzania safari covering the classic northern circuit: Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara. This package gives travelers more time for wildlife, scenery, and comfortable safari pacing.

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Duration
5 days
Destinations
Tarangire + Serengeti + Ngorongoro + Manyara
Style
Classic private safari
Best for
First-time safari travelers
Private safari package

NYOTA: a private safari designed around comfort, wildlife, and flexible pacing

A balanced private Tanzania safari covering the classic northern circuit: Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara. This package gives travelers more time for wildlife, scenery, and comfortable safari pacing.

Perfect for

  • ✓Couples, families, and small private groups
  • ✓Travelers who prefer a private vehicle and flexible timing
  • ✓Guests choosing either midrange or luxury lodge comfort

Package highlights

  • ✓Private 4x4 safari vehicle with English-speaking guide
  • ✓Classic northern Tanzania wildlife route
  • ✓Accommodation matched to your selected comfort level
Safari price

5-Day NYOTA Private Tanzania Safari prices

Prices are per person and based on private safari arrangements. Midrange and luxury prices are shown by group size, with the lowest starting price based on 6 travelers. Final prices can change by season, lodge availability, room sharing, children ages, and optional upgrades.

Group sizeMidrange price
2 travelersUSD 2,050 pp
4 travelersUSD 1,550 pp
6 travelersUSD 1,300 pp
Group sizeLuxury price
2 travelersUSD 2,450 pp
4 travelersUSD 1,950 pp
6 travelersUSD 1,650 pp
Day-by-day itinerary

Tarangire + Serengeti + Ngorongoro + Manyara safari route

The itinerary below follows the same style as your reference package page, with daily program cards, images, accommodation, meal plan, and private safari pacing.

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Pick up from Arusha and drive to Tarangire National Park. Enjoy a full-day game drive among elephants, baobabs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, and possible lions.

Tarangire National ParkDay 1Lunch & Dinner

Program

  • ✓Pick up from Arusha and drive to Tarangire National Park. Enjoy a full-day game drive among elephants, baobabs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, and possible lions.

Expected experience

  • ✓Private guide, flexible pace, picnic lunch where needed, and wildlife viewing based on the best route of the day.

Accommodation

Mvuli Mountain Lodge or Farm of Dreams Lodge

Midrange option. Luxury option: Kitela Lodge, Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge or similar. Meal plan: Lunch & Dinner.

Karatu to Serengeti National Park

Drive through the Ngorongoro Highlands and continue to Serengeti National Park. Enjoy game viewing en route and an afternoon game drive in Central Serengeti.

Serengeti National ParkDay 2Full Board

Program

  • ✓Drive through the Ngorongoro Highlands and continue to Serengeti National Park. Enjoy game viewing en route and an afternoon game drive in Central Serengeti.

Expected experience

  • ✓Private guide, flexible pace, picnic lunch where needed, and wildlife viewing based on the best route of the day.

Accommodation

Safari Haven Lodge or Moyo Tented Camp

Midrange option. Luxury option: Dove Serengeti Camp or African Kongoni Camp. Meal plan: Full Board.

Full-Day Serengeti Safari

Spend the full day exploring Serengeti’s endless plains. Your guide will follow the best wildlife areas depending on the season, with chances for lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and hyenas.

Serengeti National ParkDay 3Full Board

Program

  • ✓Spend the full day exploring Serengeti’s endless plains. Your guide will follow the best wildlife areas depending on the season, with chances for lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and hyenas.

Expected experience

  • ✓Private guide, flexible pace, picnic lunch where needed, and wildlife viewing based on the best route of the day.

Accommodation

Safari Haven Lodge or Moyo Tented Camp

Midrange option. Luxury option: Dove Serengeti Camp or African Kongoni Camp. Meal plan: Full Board.

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Area

Enjoy a morning game drive in Serengeti, then drive toward Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Overnight in Karatu or near Ngorongoro depending on lodge availability.

Serengeti + NgorongoroDay 4Full Board

Program

  • ✓Enjoy a morning game drive in Serengeti, then drive toward Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Overnight in Karatu or near Ngorongoro depending on lodge availability.

Expected experience

  • ✓Private guide, flexible pace, picnic lunch where needed, and wildlife viewing based on the best route of the day.

Accommodation

Mvuli Mountain Lodge or Farm of Dreams Lodge

Midrange option. Luxury option: Kitela Lodge, Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge or similar. Meal plan: Full Board.

Lake Manyara National Park to Arusha

After breakfast, visit Lake Manyara National Park for a game drive. The park is known for groundwater forest, monkeys, birds, hippos, flamingos, and beautiful Rift Valley scenery. Later, return to Arusha.

Lake Manyara National ParkDay 5Breakfast & Lunch

Program

  • ✓After breakfast, visit Lake Manyara National Park for a game drive. The park is known for groundwater forest, monkeys, birds, hippos, flamingos, and beautiful Rift Valley scenery. Later, return to Arusha.

Expected experience

  • ✓Private guide, flexible pace, picnic lunch where needed, and wildlife viewing based on the best route of the day.

Accommodation

No overnight stay included

Midrange option. Luxury option: No overnight stay included. Meal plan: Breakfast & Lunch.

Accommodation used

Midrange and luxury safari lodges and camps

Choose midrange for practical comfort and value, or luxury for a more premium lodge and camp experience.

Midrange

Njiro Legacy Hotel

Arusha base before or after safari. Meal plan according to itinerary.

Midrange

Mvuli Mountain Lodge

Karatu / Ngorongoro-area lodge option. Meal plan: Full Board.

Midrange

Farm of Dreams Lodge

Alternative Karatu lodge for midrange comfort. Meal plan: Full Board.

Midrange

Safari Haven Lodge

Central Serengeti full-board safari lodge / camp option.

Midrange

Moyo Tented Camp

Alternative Central Serengeti midrange tented camp. Meal plan: Full Board.

Luxury

Njiro Legacy Hotel

Arusha upgraded room or similar luxury Arusha hotel.

Luxury

Dove Serengeti Camp

Luxury Serengeti camp option. Meal plan: Full Board.

Luxury

African Kongoni Camp

Luxury / upper-midrange Serengeti camp option. Meal plan: Full Board.

Luxury

Kenzan Migration Camp

Kogatende migration-season upgrade option. Meal plan according to itinerary.

Cost details

Package cost includes and excludes

Included

  • ✓Private 4x4 safari vehicle
  • ✓Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • ✓Accommodation according to selected comfort level
  • ✓Meals according to itinerary
  • ✓Park fees, crater fees, and Serengeti concession fees where applicable
  • ✓Drinking water and picnic lunches during game drives

Excluded

  • xInternational flights and Tanzania visa
  • xTravel insurance
  • xTips and gratuities
  • xAlcoholic beverages and personal expenses
  • xOptional activities not mentioned

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Safari planning help

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers for travelers planning a Tanzania safari with Njiro Legacy Safaris.

The cost of a Tanzania safari depends on the number of days, parks visited, accommodation level, season, and whether the safari is private or group joining. Njiro Legacy Safaris can prepare budget, midrange, and luxury safari options based on your travel dates and group size.

Yes. All private safaris can be customized. You can choose the number of days, parks, accommodation style, airport transfers, Zanzibar extension, Kilimanjaro add-on, or special activities such as a balloon safari or cultural visit.

We offer both private safaris and group joining safaris. Private safaris give you your own vehicle and driver-guide, while group joining safaris are shared with other travelers and can be more budget-friendly.

Yes. We can arrange safari packages starting from Zanzibar with domestic flights to Arusha, Kilimanjaro, or Serengeti, depending on the itinerary. We can also arrange a safari first and Zanzibar beach holiday afterward.

The Serengeti migration can be seen in different areas depending on the month. January to March is best for the Ndutu calving season. June to October is best for the dry season and river crossing areas, especially Northern Serengeti and Kogatende.

Yes. We strongly recommend travel insurance for all travelers. It should cover medical emergencies, trip cancellation, baggage loss, flight delays, and safari-related travel interruptions.

We use 4x4 safari Land Cruisers with pop-up roofs for game viewing. The vehicles are designed for safari roads and provide good visibility for photography and wildlife viewing.

Airport transfers can be included depending on the safari package or quote. We can arrange pickup and drop-off from Kilimanjaro International Airport, Arusha Airport, or your hotel in Arusha.

Yes. Children can join Tanzania safaris. We can prepare family-friendly itineraries with comfortable driving distances, suitable lodges, flexible timing, and activities that work well for families.

Tipping is not compulsory but is appreciated. A common guideline is USD 10-20 per person per day for the safari guide, depending on group size and satisfaction with the service.

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Safari FAQ

Tanzania Safari Questions & Answers

Quick answers for travelers planning a private, group, family, luxury, midrange, or Zanzibar-connected safari with Njiro Legacy Safaris.

How much does a Tanzania safari cost?

The cost of a Tanzania safari depends on the number of days, parks visited, accommodation level, season, and whether the safari is private or group joining. Njiro Legacy Safaris can prepare budget, midrange, and luxury safari options based on your travel dates and group size.

Can I customize my safari?

Yes. All private safaris can be customized. You can choose the number of days, parks, accommodation style, airport transfers, Zanzibar extension, Kilimanjaro add-on, or special activities such as a balloon safari or cultural visit.

Is the safari private or shared?

We offer both private safaris and group joining safaris. Private safaris give you your own vehicle and driver-guide, while group joining safaris are shared with other travelers and can be more budget-friendly.

Can I start my safari from Zanzibar?

Yes. We can arrange safari packages starting from Zanzibar with domestic flights to Arusha, Kilimanjaro, or Serengeti, depending on the itinerary. We can also arrange a safari first and Zanzibar beach holiday afterward.

What is the best month for the Serengeti migration?

The Serengeti migration can be seen in different areas depending on the month. January to March is best for the Ndutu calving season. June to October is best for the dry season and river crossing areas, especially Northern Serengeti and Kogatende.

Do I need travel insurance?

Yes. We strongly recommend travel insurance for all travelers. It should cover medical emergencies, trip cancellation, baggage loss, flight delays, and safari-related travel interruptions.

What type of vehicle do you use?

We use 4x4 safari Land Cruisers with pop-up roofs for game viewing. The vehicles are designed for safari roads and provide good visibility for photography and wildlife viewing.

Are airport transfers included?

Airport transfers can be included depending on the safari package or quote. We can arrange pickup and drop-off from Kilimanjaro International Airport, Arusha Airport, or your hotel in Arusha.

Can children join the safari?

Yes. Children can join Tanzania safaris. We can prepare family-friendly itineraries with comfortable driving distances, suitable lodges, flexible timing, and activities that work well for families.

How much should I tip the safari guide?

Tipping is not compulsory but is appreciated. A common guideline is USD 10-20 per person per day for the safari guide, depending on group size and satisfaction with the service.