Arrival in Arusha with overnight at Four Points by Sheraton Arusha.
Classic SafariClassicShort Safari
Pumbaa
A short five-day safari through Arusha, Tarangire, Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro.
Ideal duration
5 days / 4 nights
From
$3,332
Style
Classic
Editorial gallery
A cinematic montage of the itinerary, the lodges and the wild mood.
A gallery at the pace of the trail.
Generous framing and deep contrasts reflect the settled rhythm of our safaris — letting the atmosphere breathe instead of feeling cluttered.
A more thoughtful way to experience Tanzania
Pumbaa is a compact northern circuit safari for travellers who want a shorter route without giving up signature parks. It includes an evening game drive in Tarangire, Lake Manyara's forests and elephants, and a classic crater descent in Ngorongoro before returning to Arusha.
Short safari format
Evening game drive in Tarangire
Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro combined
Strong fit for first-time visitors
Category
Classic Safari
Ideal duration
5 days / 4 nights
Starting from
$3,332
Key parks
ArushaTarangire National ParkLake Manyara National ParkNgorongoro Crater
This itinerary is a starting point, not a rigid template
We can refine pace, accommodation style, flight logistics, park combinations and beach extensions around your dates, budget and travel rhythm.
A journey that builds with rhythm, not rush
Each day is planned to balance game drives, lodge arrivals, landscapes and the emotional tempo of the trip.
Transfer to Tarangire National Park, hot lunch at the lodge and an evening game drive.
Road transfer to Lake Manyara with a guided game drive and overnight on the escarpment.
Early morning Ngorongoro Crater safari and overnight near Karatu.
Final transfer back to Arusha Airport.
Where this safari takes shape
Use the map to understand the flow between parks, lodges and key regions before we tailor the route around your flights and pace.
A curated flow through the landscape
Illustrated Tanzania
Route view for pumbaa
The journey moves park by park in a calm sequence, with enough space for strong sightings and elegant transitions.
Stop
Arusha
Stop
Tarangire National Park
Stop
Lake Manyara National Park
Stop
Ngorongoro Crater
Best windows
Jun-OctJan-MarYear-round
Route logic
Ordered to reduce fatigue, protect the best sightings and keep the experience feeling calm, coherent and elevated.
Want this safari shaped around your exact dates and style?
Tell us your timing, travel style and must-have moments. We will turn this concept into a bespoke itinerary with the right rhythm, camps and route.