Big Mama Safari Adventures

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Early in the morning, we'll pick you up from the airport/hotel to begin our captivating drive to Tarangire National Park, celebrated for its rich diversity of landscapes. Tarangire is famed for its ancient baobab trees and highest concentration of elephants in Tanzania, offering unique opportunities to observe these majestic creatures and their interactions.
Our journey includes a thrilling game drive through the park, focusing on areas known for animal sightings, particularly predators such as cheetahs and lions, which can be challenging to spot in the wild and other interesting wildlife inhabiting the park.
In the afternoon, we'll relax at the Tarangire River picnic site for lunch while enjoying views of the river and wildlife. Friendly encounters with small monkeys and baboons may add to the charm of your mealtime experience.
After lunch, we continue our game drive into the evening before leaving the park to go to your lodge for a delicious dinner and a well-deserved rest.

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
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Fig Tree Lodge & Camp
  • Budget hotel located in Mto wa Mbu (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park

Mto wa Mbu to Serengeti National Park

On our second day, after a hearty breakfast in Mto wa Mbu village, we'll set off on an exciting journey across the Ngorongoro Highlands, taking in the breathtaking landscapes, spotting wildlife and traditional Maasai villages along the way.
We'll arrive at the Serengeti gate and have our packed lunch.

Spend the late afternoon and early evening on a thrilling game drive in the vast plains of the Serengeti, enjoying the golden sunset as you get up close with the wild animals. With a little luck, you might even witness a dramatic predator-prey encounter, such as a majestic predator stalking its prey or engaging in a fierce hunt.

After an action-packed day of game drives, we'll head to our camping site for a delicious dinner and a comfortable overnight stay under the starry African sky.

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
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Begin the day with a beautiful sunrise view as you enjoy a delicious breakfast at 6:00 a.m., followed by a thrilling morning game drive within Serengeti's vast expanse, where you'll spot an array of wildlife, including majestic lions, wildebeests, leopards, impalas, elephants, crocodiles, zebras, and more.

At mid day you will enjoy a packed lunch amidst the stunning scenery by the picnic site.

In the afternoon, set off on a scenic 3-hour journey to Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with more wildlife to view along the way. As the sun begins to set, arrive at the rim of Ngorongoro Crater and check-in to Ngorongoro Simba Camps for a delightful dinner and a comfortable overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Serengeti NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

Following a delicious breakfast, you will begin our game drive in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where you will descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for an exhilarating wildlife viewing experience.
The Ngorongoro Conservation Area is renowned as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, and the crater serves as a crucial refuge for a diverse array of animals.
During your visit, you are likely to encounter majestic elephants, buffalos and the endangered black rhino. Additionally, the crater is inhabited by large herds of wildebeest and zebra, Thomson's and Grant's gazelle, hippopotamuses, Cape buffalo, prides of lions, hyenas, serval cats, golden and black-backed jackals, as well as nearly 400 species of birds.
Lunch will be served on the crater floor during mid day before you continue with the game drive.
After this wonderful excursion, you will drive back to Arusha town for a drop off at the airport or your booked hotel, marking the end of our tour.

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

LionCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
HyenaAbundant
Show more
ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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

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