7-Day The Big Five Wildness Safari in Tanzania

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

Arrival at the Airport then drive to Arusha

A safari guide from our office will greet you at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport and transfer you to your hotel in Arusha for a relaxing overnight stay. Spend the evening unwinding and preparing for the exciting adventure ahead. If you'd like to explore the city, our guide is available to show you around at no additional cost.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Arusha Planet Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Tarangire National Park

You'll be picked up from the lodge early in the morning and embark on a scenic journey to Tarangire National Park with a packed lunch.

Tarangire is renowned for its large elephant herds and varied landscapes, from seasonal swamps to expansive savannas. You might witness lions stalking their prey or leopards lounging in the trees. After an exhilarating game drive, we'll return to your lodge for dinner and a comfortable overnight stay.

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:

Heart And Soul Lodge

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

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Transfer game drive to Serengeti

After breakfast, we'll depart for the Serengeti, enjoying lunch in a picturesque spot within the park. The rest of the afternoon will be spent on a game drive before heading to the camp for the night. The second day will be dedicated to a full-day game drive, exploring the vast plains.

The Serengeti is famous for its migrating herds of zebra, antelope, and wildebeest. Be prepared to see resident predators such as leopards, cheetahs, and lions, all playing their part in the circle of life.

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:

Kontiki Serengeti Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, you'll embark on a full game drive in the Serengeti, enjoying lunch in a picturesque spot within the park. The rest of the afternoon will be spent on another game drive before heading to the camp for the night. The next day will be dedicated to a full-day game drive, allowing you to explore the vast plains and encounter a wide variety of wildlife in their natural habitat.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Kontiki Serengeti Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, we'll depart for Ngorongoro Crater with lunch boxes in hand. This park features the world's largest uninterrupted caldera and is one of Africa's natural wonders. Home to around 30,000 large mammals, including buffaloes, lions, elephants, cheetahs, and rhinos, Ngorongoro also boasts a rich variety of birds like flamingos, eagles, and buzzards. You'll have the opportunity to see many animals in a short period of time, making for an unforgettable game drive experience.

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:

Heart And Soul Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater

Meals & Drinks:

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

Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast, we'll head to Lake Manyara for a thrilling game drive, equipped with lunch boxes. Following the adventure, we'll transfer you back to Arusha for relaxation, dinner, and your overnight stay. Lake Manyara is renowned for its unique arboreal lions, often spotted hiding among the tree branches. Keep an eye out for the lively baboon colonies that line the park's roads from the moment you enter.

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:

Arusha Planet Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Arusha - Arusha Airport /Kilimanjaro Airport

After breakfast you’ll relax at the lodge and, if time allows, go on a short tour in Arusha for shopping. You’ll then transfer to the Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airports.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

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

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