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5 Days Tanzania Safari in December
5 Days Tanzania Safari in December
Overview of the 5 Days Tanzania Safari in December
The 5 Days Tanzania Safari in December is the perfect wildlife adventure for travelers who want to explore Tanzania’s most iconic national parks while enjoying the beauty of the green season. December is one of the most rewarding months for a safari, bringing lush landscapes, pleasant temperatures, active wildlife, and excellent photography opportunities.
Organized by Tanzania Crown Safari, this five-day safari takes you through the famous Northern Safari Circuit, including Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater. Each destination offers spectacular scenery and abundant wildlife, giving you the chance to experience some of Africa’s most remarkable natural wonders.
The 5 Days Tanzania Safari in December is ideal for couples, families, photographers, solo travelers, and groups looking for a complete safari experience. With additional time in the Serengeti, you can enjoy longer game drives, search for the Big Five, and witness incredible wildlife behavior across the endless plains.
Travel in a comfortable private 4×4 safari vehicle with an experienced guide who knows the parks and wildlife, ensuring every game drive is exciting and memorable.
Why Choose This 5 Days Tanzania Safari in December?
The 5 Days Tanzania Safari in December offers more time to explore Tanzania’s famous national parks while enjoying a relaxed safari experience.
This safari is ideal for:
- Couples
- Families
- Solo travelers
- Wildlife photographers
- Nature lovers
- First-time safari visitors
Reasons to choose this safari include:
- Visit Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater.
- Spend two full days exploring Serengeti National Park.
- Excellent opportunities to see the Big Five.
- Beautiful green landscapes in December.
- Comfortable safari accommodation.
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle.
- Professional safari guide.
Safari Highlights
- Explore Tarangire National Park.
- Discover Serengeti National Park.
- Enjoy two exciting game drives in Serengeti.
- Visit the Ngorongoro Crater.
- Search for the Big Five.
- Experience Tanzania’s green season.
- Enjoy spectacular wildlife photography.
- Stay in comfortable safari lodges or tented camps.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
Your 5 Days Tanzania Safari in December begins with an early morning departure from Arusha.
Drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant baobab trees and one of the largest elephant populations in East Africa. Enjoy a full-day game drive while searching for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, wildebeests, impalas, warthogs, and many bird species.
Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park before continuing your afternoon safari.
Later, drive to Karatu for dinner and overnight.
Day 2: Karatu – Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, travel through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area toward Serengeti National Park.
As you enter the Serengeti, enjoy an afternoon game drive across the endless plains. Keep an eye out for lions, leopards, elephants, cheetahs, hyenas, giraffes, zebras, and large herds of wildebeest.
Dinner and overnight at your safari lodge or tented camp in Serengeti.
Day 3: Full-Day Serengeti Safari
Spend the entire day exploring Serengeti National Park.
December is an excellent time to visit the Serengeti as wildlife is abundant throughout the park. Depending on seasonal conditions, you may also witness herds of wildebeest gathering in the southern Serengeti as part of the Great Migration.
Your guide will take you to the best wildlife viewing areas where you may see:
- Lions
- Leopards
- Cheetahs
- Elephants
- Buffaloes
- Wildebeests
- Zebras
- Hippos
- Crocodiles
- Hyenas
Enjoy a picnic lunch before continuing your afternoon game drive.
Dinner and overnight in Serengeti.
Day 4: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After breakfast, enjoy one final morning game drive in Serengeti before driving toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Along the way, continue spotting wildlife while enjoying spectacular views of the African savannah.
Arrive at the crater rim in the late afternoon, where you can admire one of Africa’s most breathtaking landscapes.
Dinner and overnight near the Ngorongoro Crater.
Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for your final game drive.
The crater is one of the best places in Tanzania to see the Big Five due to its high concentration of wildlife.
During your safari, you may encounter:
- Black rhinos
- Lions
- Elephants
- Buffaloes
- Hippos
- Zebras
- Wildebeests
- Hyenas
- Flamingos
After enjoying a picnic lunch on the crater floor, return to Arusha, where your 5 Days Tanzania Safari in December comes to an end.
Accommodation Options
Budget Safari
- Comfortable safari lodges
- Budget tented camps
- Private rooms
- Full-board meals
Mid-Range Safari
- Quality safari lodges
- Ensuite rooms
- Comfortable facilities
- Excellent hospitality
Luxury Safari
- Luxury safari lodges
- Premium tented camps
- Spacious suites
- Personalized service
- Fine dining
What Is Included?
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Park entrance fees
- Ngorongoro Crater service fees
- Accommodation during the safari
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Bottled drinking water
- Government taxes
- All scheduled game drives
What Is Not Included?
- International flights
- Tanzania visa
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Laundry services
- Alcoholic beverages
- Optional activities
- Tips for guides and lodge staff
Wildlife You Can Expect to See
During the 5 Days Tanzania Safari in December, you may see:
- African elephants
- Lions
- Leopards
- Cheetahs
- Black rhinos
- Buffaloes
- Giraffes
- Zebras
- Wildebeests
- Hippos
- Crocodiles
- Hyenas
- Gazelles
- Warthogs
- Flamingos
- Eagles
- Secretary birds
- More than 500 bird species
Why Visit Tanzania in December?
December is an excellent month for a safari because the parks are green, wildlife is active, migratory birds are present, and temperatures are comfortable. The beautiful scenery also creates outstanding opportunities for photography and unforgettable game drives.
Book Your 5 Days Tanzania Safari in December
Book your 5 Days Tanzania Safari in December with Tanzania Crown Safari and discover the beauty of Tanzania’s Northern Safari Circuit.
From the elephant-filled landscapes of Tarangire to the endless plains of Serengeti and the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater, every day offers unforgettable safari experiences. Our experienced guides, comfortable safari vehicles, and carefully selected lodges ensure you enjoy every moment of your adventure.
Whether you are planning a honeymoon, family vacation, photography safari, or your first trip to Tanzania, we will create an unforgettable safari tailored to your travel style.
Contact Tanzania Crown Safari today to check availability, request a free quotation, or book your 5 Days Tanzania Safari in December.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is December a good month for a Tanzania safari?
Yes. December offers lush green scenery, excellent wildlife viewing, pleasant weather, and outstanding bird watching.
Can I see the Big Five?
Yes. Tarangire, Serengeti, and the Ngorongoro Crater all provide excellent opportunities to see the Big Five.
Is this safari suitable for families?
Yes. This itinerary is suitable for families, couples, solo travelers, and private groups.
Can Tanzania Crown Safari customize this itinerary?
Yes. We can customize accommodation, activities, and travel dates to match your preferences.
Conclusion
The 5 Days Tanzania Safari in December is the perfect safari for travelers who want to experience Tanzania’s incredible wildlife and landscapes at a relaxed pace. With visits to Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater, this safari offers unforgettable game drives and remarkable wildlife encounters.
Travel with Tanzania Crown Safari and enjoy professional guides, comfortable accommodation, private transportation, and exceptional service from the moment you arrive until your safari comes to an end.