8-Day Of Unforgettable Big Five Safari Experience

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival

Welcome to Tanzania! Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you’ll be warmly welcomed by our representative and transferred to your accommodation in Arusha.

After check-in, enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. You can relax at the hotel and prepare for your exciting safari adventure ahead.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Arusha Planet Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Arusha to Tarangire

After breakfast, depart from Arusha and drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse wildlife.

Enjoy a full-day game drive exploring the park’s beautiful landscapes. Look out for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, and many bird species.

After an exciting day in the wilderness, head to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Tarangire National Park

Best Time To Visit July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River)

High Season June to October (The park is full of visitors)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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HippoCommon

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Farm of Dreams Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water & beer and wine (Other drinks not included)

Tarangire to Central Serengeti

After breakfast, depart Arusha and drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse wildlife.

Enjoy a full-day game drive exploring the park’s beautiful landscapes. Look out for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, and many bird species.

After an exciting day in the wilderness, head to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)

High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Safari Haven Serengeti Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water & beer and wine (Other drinks not included)

Central to Northern Serengeti

After an early breakfast, depart for Northern Serengeti with a game drive en route.

The northern Serengeti offers a more remote and exclusive safari experience, with spectacular landscapes and abundant wildlife. Depending on the season, this region can also provide opportunities to witness the Great Migration and dramatic river crossings.

Spend the afternoon exploring the area before heading to your luxury camp for a relaxing evening.

Main Destination:

Northern Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Mara Mara Tented Lodge

• Luxury tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water & beer and wine (Other drinks not included)

Northern Serengti to Ngorongoro

Rise early for an exciting morning game drive in Northern Serengeti. The early hours are an excellent time to encounter active predators and other wildlife.

After the game drive, return for breakfast before beginning your journey toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Enjoy the changing scenery as you leave the Serengeti plains behind.

Continue to your accommodation at Ngorongoro for dinner and a well-deserved rest in preparation for the following day’s crater adventure.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)

High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)

Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

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ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Embalakai Ngorongoro Camp

• Luxury tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water & beer and wine (Other drinks not included)

Ngorongoro to Karatu

After an early breakfast, you'll continue to enjoy your day at the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive Explore the crater floor, home to an incredible concentration of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas, and a variety of bird species. With luck, you may also spot the endangered black rhinoceros.

After a full day of wildlife exploration, ascend from the crater and continue to Karatu.
Upon arrival, check in at your accommodation, relax, enjoy a delicious dinner, and spend a peaceful night surrounded by the beautiful landscapes of the Karatu highlands.

Main Destination:

Karatu District

Accommodation:

Farm of Dreams Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water & beer and wine (Other drinks not included)

Karatu to Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast, depart from Karatu and drive to Lake Manyara National Park for a full-day game drive. Explore the park’s diverse landscapes, from lush forests and open plains to the scenic shores of Lake Manyara, while searching for elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, lions, and abundant birdlife.

After an exciting day of wildlife exploration, continue to Arusha for accommodation. Upon arrival, relax at your lodge, enjoy a delicious dinner, and spend the night preparing for tomorrow’s departure.

Main Destination:

Lake Manyara National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals)

High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

Show more

LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

Airport Planet Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located at Arusha Airport

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water & beer and wine (Other drinks not included)

Departure

After a hearty breakfast, enjoy your final moments in Tanzania before departing for the airport for your departure. Your safari guide will accompany you on your transfer to ensure a smooth and comfortable journey.

As your unforgettable safari adventure comes to an end, take with you the memories of breathtaking landscapes, incredible wildlife, warm hospitality, and magical moments shared across Tanzania. We sincerely hope you leave with a happy heart and wonderful memories, and we look forward to welcoming you back to Tanzania for another unforgettable African adventure.

Main Destination:

Kilimanjaro Airport

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.