4-Day From Baobab to Big Five Safari Tour

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

Tarangire National park

Welcome to the Baobab Kingdom!
Early Start (8:00 am): Depart from Arusha after a quick pre-safari briefing at the Jojas Base.
Drive time: ~2.5 hours to Tarangire.
Highlight: Tarangire is home to Africa’s largest elephant population, iconic baobab trees, and the beautiful Tarangire River that draws wildlife year-round.
Unique Jojas Touch:
Visit a Maasai market en route for local snacks.
Short walk near the park boundary with a local guide to understand the human-wildlife co-existence.
Lunch: parked lunch boxes will provided at picnic site and short break for having lunch and referment at picnic site near the riverbank.
Evening: Drive to Mto wa Mbu public campsite for overnight. Optional village walk or banana beer tasting!
Overnight: Mto wa Mbu Campsite
Meals: Lunch & Dinner.

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

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HippoCommon

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Outside Tarangire NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Serengeti National park

Early Departure (7:00 am): Begin the long, scenic drive to Serengeti via the Ngorongoro Highlands. Enjoy panoramic views and a Maasai boma stop (optional).
Drive time: 6–7 hours including game drives.
Highlight: Afternoon game drive in the endless plains of central Serengeti (Seronera area) – excellent for spotting lions, leopards, and cheetahs.
Unique Jojas Touch:
En route stop for a picnic lunch on a kopje (rock outcrop).
Campfire storytelling at night – share safari tales under the stars with a Jojas guide and Maasai scout.
Overnight: Seronera Campsite (public site, basic but magical with hyenas often heard at night!)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Main Destination:

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:

Budget camping

• Inside Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Serengeti national park

Serengeti National park to – Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Sunrise Safari & Crater Rim Magic

Sunrise Game Drive (6:00 am): Nothing beats sunrise in Serengeti! Animals are active and golden light makes for amazing photos.

After Breakfast: Game drive en route toward Ngorongoro. Stop at Naabi Hill Gate – climb for a panoramic view over the plains.
Highlight: Spot migrating herds (depending on season), raptors, and the elusive serval cat or caracal.
Unique Jojas Touch:
Serengeti "bush breakfast" with Maasai coffee and chapati (optional upgrade).
Creative photo contest among group – best wildlife pic wins a Maasai bracelet!
Drive to: Ngorongoro Rim – cool air, stunning views.
Overnight: Simba Campsite (on the crater rim – chilly but incredible views!)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• On the crater rim of Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Ngoro Ngoro crater

Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
A Natural Wonder Finale, Early Descent into the Crater (6:30 am): Beat the crowds and explore the 8th Wonder of the World – the Ngorongoro Crater. Over 25,000 animals live here, including black rhinos, hippos, lions, and more.
Highlight: Highest chances to spot the Big 5 in one day!
Unique Jojas Touch:
Quick stop at a Ngorongoro viewpoint for group photo with flags!
Return to Arusha (~3.5-hour drive).
Arrive by 4–5 PM. Option to be dropped at your hotel or airport (extra cost for late flights).
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Included in the Safari:
All park fees (Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro)
3 nights camping accommodation with sleeping bags and pillow.
4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
Professional English-speaking driver/guide, All meals as indicated.
Drinking water
Camping equipment
Campfire Culture – Night talks, music & stories
Photo-Friendly – Guides help you line up the best shots. Heartfelt Hospitality – You come as guests, leave as friends.

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

Show more

ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

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.