Skip to content
Vacantier

Activity Arusha, Tanzania

Tanzania Through The Rift Valley - 5 Days

5.0 (50 reviews) 5 days Free cancellation Private tour
Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Tanzania Through The Rift Valley - 5 Days

About this activity

The Rift Valley – just the sound of the name is magical. Our five days takes in Lake Manyara, a magical wildlife destination, the Serengeti (of course!) and spectacular Ngorongoro Crater. This really is the very best of Tanzania’s Northern Circuit. Accommodation during this ‘Comfort’ category trip is a great combination of hotel, safari camps and safari lodge. A truly magnificent safari adventure, enjoyed in your own private vehicle; just five days, but a lifetime of memories.

Multi-day Tours Bus Tours Private and Luxury Private Sightseeing Tours 4WD Tours Safaris Car Tours Excellent Quality

At a glance

Duration
5 days
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–12
Guide
German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by
Easy Travel Tours LTD

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–12 years) · Youth (13–15 years) · Adults (16–70 years) · Seniors (71–85 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Lunch
  • Included: Dinner
  • Included: Accommodation and Park Fees: 1 night in Arusha (HB) and 4 nights on Safari (FB).
  • Included: 4X4 Toyota Cruiser, Driver guide, Soft Drinks, Coffee/tea & Water on game drives.
  • Included: Breakfast

Not included

  • Not included: International & Domestic Flights, Visa, Travel & Medical Insurance and Tips for Guide/Hotel Staff.
  • Not included: All drinks and Laundry Services at the lodges/camps.

Itinerary

Day 1 · Arusha Airport - Arusha

  1. Arusha Region

    Passing by

    Arriving at Arusha Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by one of our experienced driver guides, ready to greet and escort you to Arusha and your chosen hotel. He will introduce you to this wonderful city and country.

Dinner and Overnight at your chosen Accommodation in Arusha City.

Day 2 · Arusha City - Lake Manyara National Park

  1. Lake Manyara

    2 hours

    Today, you collect your picnic lunchbox, and your safari really begins as we start early from your Arusha hotel for our pleasant drive westwards to Lake Manyara National Park exploring the stunning landscape of the park, looking for wildlife on the plains, in the acacia woodlands and by the shores of the shallow alkaline lake. At the end of the afternoon, it's back to your lodge for some relaxation and a delicious dinner.

Dinner and Overnight at your chosen Accommodation in Lake Manyara.

Day 3 · Lake Manyara National Park - Serengeti National Park

  1. Lake Manyara National Park

    2 hours

    After breakfast, we collect our lunch boxes and leave Lake Manyara National Park.

  2. Serengeti National Park

    4 hours

    With Serengeti as our destination, and with your head full of magical memories of Manyara, we set off to the north and west, a 5-hour journey of around 222km, following the famous Rift Valley. Today’s highlight – certainly for first-time visitors – will simply be the Serengeti terrain itself. The sheer vastness, as the plains roll away in front of you into eternity, will leave you with a sense of awe.

Dinner and Overnight at your chosen Accommodation in Serengeti.

Day 4 · Serengeti National Park - Ngorongoro Conservation Area

  1. Serengeti National Park

    4 hours

    Waking up in the Serengeti is something really special. After breakfast, we start today with the morning section of our game drive in Serengeti National Park, marvelling at the stunning scenery, ever changing light and always entertaining wildlife, all explained to you by your expert driver-guide.

  2. Ngorongoro Conservation Area

    4 hours

    After a pleasant picnic lunch, it's time to drive eastwards to visit another spectacular setting for Tanzania's wildlife, the famous Ngorongoro Crater. On arrival, settle in at the lodge while a tasty, hot dinner is prepared for you. Tomorrow, the wonders of the crater await us.

Dinner and Overnight at your Accommodation in Ngorongoro.

Day 5 · Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha Airport

  1. Ngorongoro Crater

    4 hours

    Today may be 'departure day', but there will be plenty of time to enjoy another true spectacle, before your thoughts turn to home. Ngorongoro Crater is often referred to as a wonder of the world and your early morning game drive shows you why. After your morning game drive, we have our picnic lunch in the crater before we return to the airport for your flight home. Please note that Breakfast and Lunch are included though Dinner is not included.

  2. Arusha Region

    Passing by

    After your morning game drive, we have our picnic lunch in the crater before we return to the airport for your flight home. Please note that Breakfast and Lunch are included though Dinner is not included.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Arusha Airport
  • Kilimanjaro Airport

Upon arrival at the airport, you will be warmly welcomed by one of our experienced driver-guides, who will greet you and escort you to Arusha and your chosen hotel. Along the way, he will introduce you to this wonderful city and country.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

  • Comfort Lodging

    Glamping Accommodation: Indulge 'Glamping' tents, private bathrooms - Kibo Palace Hotel in Arusha and Tortilis Camps (Or similar options)

    Pickup included

  • Luxury Lodging

    Five Star Accommodation : Gran Melia, Escarpment Lodge, Kubu Kubu Lodge and Sanctuary Ngorongoro (Or similar options)

    Pickup included

  • Luxury Plus Lodging

    Premium Accommodation: Luxurious boutique lodges and refined safari camps - Gran Melia, andBeyond Tree Lodge, Lemala Nanyukie and Craters Edge Lodge

    Pickup included

  • Comfort Plus Lodging

    Quality Accommodation: Indulge in upscale lodges, modern amenities, private bathrooms - Serena lodges (Or similar options)

    Pickup included

Traveller ratings

5.0 out of 5 · 50 reviews
5
100%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
0%

Activities, prices and reviews are from Viator. Booking and payment happen on Viator; Vacantier may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Tanzania Through The Rift Valley - 5 Days

Pick a day to see the times and the price

Necessary cookies keep the site running and cannot be switched off. With your consent we also load Google Analytics, which tells us how the site is used, and our affiliate partners' scripts (Travelpayouts, Kiwi.com), which set cookies to credit us with bookings made through us. Details in the Cookie Policy.

  • Necessary

    The session, form protection, signing in, your chosen currency and this choice. The site does not work without them.

    Always on
  • Analytics

    Google Analytics. Counts visits and which pages and offers are used, so we know what to improve. It never receives your name, email or account.

  • Marketing and affiliate

    The Travelpayouts scripts and the Kiwi.com flight search. They set their own cookies, through which the partner knows you came from Vacantier.