Big Mama Safari Adventures

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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  • 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

Our day begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel or airport, followed by a scenic drive to Tarangire National Park. We'll spend the day on a full-day game drive, exploring the park's unique landscapes and wildlife. Tarangire National Park, located 115km from Arusha, is renowned for its extraordinary attractions, including massive elephant herds, Masai giraffes, cheetahs, lions, different bird species and striking baobab trees, often referred to as the "Tree of Life" due to its cultural significance in Africa.
At mid day you will enjoy a hot picnic lunch within the park then continue with a game drive. After a day of adventure, we'll head towards the lodge for dinner and an 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
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

Following breakfast at the lodge in Mto wa Mbu, we'll embark on a scenic journey to Serengeti National Park, passing through the beautiful highlands of Karatu and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. As we leave the highlands behind, we'll descend into the heart of Africa, entering the vast and rolling plains of Serengeti National Park. Our destination is the central park area, known as Seronera, which is renowned for its rich wildlife habitat. The Seronera River, a vital water source, attracts an abundance of wildlife representative of the park's diverse species. We'll arrive in time for lunch and spend the afternoon on a thrilling game drive, exploring the park's breathtaking scenery and spotting an array of fascinating wildlife.
After the game drive we will leave for the campsite to enjoy a delicious dinner and peaceful, overnight stay.

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 National Park to Ngorongoro Crater

Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater

You'll start your day with an early breakfast, 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 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 Public Campsites 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

Ngorongoro Crater

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 to a comfortable, budget lodge at Mto wa Mbu for a delicious dinner and overnight.

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
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ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
Ngedere Lodges & Camps
  • Budget lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Lake Manyara National Park

Lake Manyara National Park

Following breakfast, your tour guide will pick you up from the lodge and head to Lake Manyara National Park, known for being one of the smallest yet most diverse parks in Tanzania. The park features a vast shallow and alkaline lake that serves as a seasonal habitat for thousands of flamingos, creating a stunning pink backdrop. In addition to flamingos, you can find over 500 other bird species, along with a variety of impressive mammals. The forests are home to troops of monkeys, while giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, and wildebeests roam the grassy plains. Elephants and lions can be spotted in the acacia woodlands.
After an engaging game drive and a picnic lunch, you will leave the park and head back to Arusha in the late afternoon. You will be dropped off at your hotel in Arusha.

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
HippoCommon
Show more
LionOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
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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