Why it belongs in the route
Tarangire gives the itinerary contrast before the open Serengeti plains and the enclosed Ngorongoro Crater. It is particularly strong in the dry season, when wildlife concentrates around dependable water.
One night or two?
One night works in a compact five-day itinerary. Two nights suits travellers who enjoy slower drives, birding or photography and want their first safari days to feel less compressed.