5-Days Serengeti Big Five Safari Tour
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable 5-day journey through the heart of Tanzania’s most celebrated
national parks, a safari that promises breathtaking landscapes, abundant wildlife, and an
authentic taste of Africa’s wilderness. From the sprawling savannas of Tarangire, home to
majestic elephants and ancient baobabs, to the endless plains of the Serengeti teeming with
predators and migratory herds, and finally to the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater, nature’s
grandest amphitheater, this tour offers an exceptional balance of adventure, comfort, and
discovery.
You will be guided by an experienced professional who will unveil the wonders of each
ecosystem, ensuring you witness the Big Five and countless other species in their natural
habitat. Comfortable lodges and tented camps provide a serene retreat after thrilling game
drives, where you can relax under the vast African sky. Whether this is your first safari or a
return to the wild, this itinerary offers the perfect glimpse into Tanzania’s most iconic
destinations, a truly unforgettable African experience.
Included/Excluded
- Park Fees
- Transport using 4x4 Safari Landcruiser
- All accommodations
- TAXE/VAT
- A professional guide
- All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
- Drinking water during game drives
- International Flights
- Tips (Gratuity for Tipping Guided Poor Hotels Staff)
- Things of personal Use (Insurance, Souvenirs)
Tour Plan
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and meet our representative for a transfer to your hotel in Arusha, the gateway to Tanzania’s northern safari circuit. Depending on your arrival time, relax at the lodge or explore local markets, the Cultural Heritage Centre, or nearby attractions. In the evening, enjoy dinner and a safari briefing as you prepare for your adventure.
Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge / Gran Meliá Arusha / Mount Meru Hotel
Meal Plan: Dinner
After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its huge elephant herds, iconic baobab trees, and rich wildlife around the Tarangire River. Enjoy full-day game drives with a picnic lunch inside the park. By late afternoon, head to your lodge in Karatu to relax and enjoy dinner.
Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge / Country Lodge Karatu / Ngorongoro Farmhouse
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Depart early for the Serengeti, passing through the Ngorongoro highlands with stunning crater views. Enter the endless plains of the Serengeti for game drives among migrating wildebeest, zebras, and abundant predators. After a picnic lunch, continue your game drive before heading to your camp for sunset views and a warm dinner.
Accommodation: Serengeti Heritage Camp / Into Wild Africa Camp / Embalakai Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy a sunrise game drive—the best time for predator activity and photography. Continue exploring Serengeti before driving toward Ngorongoro with an en-route game drive. Arrive at your crater-rim lodge for dinner and panoramic views of the Ngorongoro Crater.
Accommodation: Rhino Lodge / Ngorongoro Serena Lodge / Marera Valley Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for an incredible game drive inside the world’s largest unbroken caldera. Spot black rhinos, lions, elephants, buffalo, and abundant wildlife. After a picnic lunch at the hippo pool, continue exploring before returning to Arusha. Transfer to the airport or your hotel depending on your travel plans.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
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