5 Days Shared Safari from Arusha – Affordable Tanzania Wildlife Adventure
A 5 days shared safari from Arusha is the perfect way to experience Tanzania’s world-famous national parks at an affordable price while traveling with like‑minded adventurers. This itinerary is ideal for solo travelers, couples, friends, or small groups who want to explore iconic wildlife destinations without the cost of a private safari. Starting and ending in Arusha, the safari combines comfort, expert guiding, and unforgettable game viewing across Northern Tanzania’s top parks.
Sharing a safari vehicle helps reduce costs while maintaining high standards of service, making it one of the most popular safari options in Tanzania.
Why Choose a 5 Days Shared Safari from Arusha?
A shared safari offers excellent value without compromising the experience. Here’s why many travelers prefer it:
Budget-friendly – Lower costs by sharing a 4×4 safari vehicle
Social experience – Meet and travel with fellow wildlife enthusiasts
Expert local guides – Professional driver-guides with deep wildlife knowledge
Top destinations – Visit Tanzania’s most celebrated national parks
Well-paced itinerary – Enough time for game drives and relaxation
This safari is ideal for travelers with limited time who still want a rich and complete Tanzania safari experience.
5 Days Shared Safari Itinerary Overview
Day 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
Your safari begins with a morning pickup from your hotel in Arusha. After meeting your guide and group, drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant baobab trees and large elephant herds. Enjoy a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch inside the park. Expect to see elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, and a variety of birdlife. In the late afternoon, drive to your lodge or campsite for dinner and overnight.
Overnight: Lodge or budget campsite near Tarangire
Day 2: Tarangire – Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, depart toward the legendary Serengeti National Park, passing through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands. Enjoy breathtaking views and stop briefly at a viewpoint before continuing into the Serengeti. An afternoon game drive introduces you to vast plains teeming with wildlife, including lions, cheetahs, leopards, and large herds of grazers.
Overnight: Tented camp or lodge inside Serengeti
Day 3: Full Day in Serengeti National Park
Spend a full day exploring the Serengeti on extended game drives. This park is renowned for the Great Migration, where millions of wildebeests and zebras move across the plains in search of fresh pasture (seasonal). Your guide will track wildlife hotspots, offering excellent chances to spot predators in action.
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush and continue game viewing until late afternoon.
Overnight: Tented camp or lodge in Serengeti
Day 4: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in Serengeti before heading to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive at the crater rim in the afternoon and take in spectacular views of the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera. Dinner and overnight at a lodge or campsite on the crater rim or nearby Karatu area.
Overnight: Lodge or campsite near Ngorongoro
Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
Descend early into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. This wildlife haven is home to lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, flamingos, and the rare black rhino. After lunch, ascend the crater and drive back to Arusha, arriving in the late afternoon.
What’s Included in a 5 Days Shared Safari
Shared 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
Professional English-speaking driver-guide
All park entrance fees and conservation fees
Game drives as per itinerary
Accommodation (lodges or budget camps)
Meals as specified (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Drinking water during the safari
Not Included
International and domestic flights
Visa fees
Travel insurance
Tips for guide and camp staff
Personal expenses
Best Time for a Shared Safari from Arusha
The safari operates year-round, but the best wildlife viewing is during the dry season (June to October). The green season (November to May) offers lush landscapes, fewer crowds, and excellent birdwatching, with the added bonus of the Great Migration calving season in early months.
Who Is This Safari Best For?
Solo travelers looking to join a group
Budget-conscious travelers
First-time safari visitors
Backpackers and small groups
Travelers with limited time in Tanzania
Book Your 5 Days Shared Safari from Arusha
A 5 days shared safari from Arusha offers the perfect balance of affordability, adventure, and unforgettable wildlife encounters. Whether it’s your first African safari or a return visit, this itinerary delivers exceptional value and memories that last a lifetime.
Contact us today to secure your spot and experience the magic of Tanzania’s wildlife on a shared safari adventure.
