7-Day Big Time Camping Safari

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

Arrival-Kilimanjaro International Airport

Welcome to Tanzania! Upon arrival, a representative from Big Time Adventures will greet you at the airport and transfer you to your accommodation in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, you can unwind and get ready for an exciting adventure ahead!
As the gateway to northern Tanzania's safari circuit, Arusha is a bustling city that provides the perfect starting point for your journey.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Outpost Lodge

• Budget lodge located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Arusha-Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, your guide will pick you up for the drive to Tarangire National Park, which takes approximately two and a half hours on well-maintained roads. Tarangire National Park, named after the Tarangire River, the park becomes a lifeline for wildlife during the dry season. Tarangire is renowned for its large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees, some believed to be over a thousand years old. You’ll also spot a variety of wildlife, including giraffes, hartebeests, and bushbucks, as well as predators like lions and leopards. The park is also a haven for bird enthusiasts, hosting more breeding bird species than anywhere else on Earth.
Enjoy a picnic lunch within the park before heading to your accommodation near Mto wa Mbu.

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:

Migombani Campsite

• 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Mto wa Mbu-Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, journey into the cooler highlands of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with a stop to admire the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater. Continuing onward, you’ll enter the southern Serengeti, a region famous for its vast plains and incredible wildlife. Depending on the season, you might witness the Great Migration a natural wonder where millions of wildebeest, zebras, and antelopes travel in search of water and greener pastures.

Enjoy a picnic lunch and an overnight stay at a public campsite in Central Serengeti.

Main Destination:

Central 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

Show more

GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Full Day-Central Serengeti

Dedicate this entire day to exploring the Serengeti. Its open landscapes teem with diverse wildlife, including impalas, buffalo, crocodiles, and hippos. With its iconic scenery, the Serengeti offers excellent chances to encounter predators like cheetahs, lions, and leopards.
You can opt for a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch or split your day into morning and afternoon drives, returning to camp for lunch in between. Either way, the Serengeti’s unparalleled beauty will leave you spellbound.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Serengeti National Park-Ngorongoro Crater

Start your day with a scenic drive towards Ngorongoro Crater, taking in more remarkable wildlife along the way. Spend the afternoon exploring this UNESCO World Heritage Site. The crater, formed by the collapse of an ancient volcano, is a natural sanctuary teeming with life. Its diverse landscapes range from grasslands and woodlands to sparkling lakes and wetlands. The area is home to thousands of wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, and over 500 bird species. Keep an eye out for the endangered black rhino, often spotted in the open grasslands.

After an exciting day, travel to your accommodation in Mto wa Mbu.

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:

Budget camping

• Inside Ngorongoro Crater

Meals & Drinks:

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

Lake Manyara National Park

Conclude your adventure with a visit to Lake Manyara National Park, located just 120 km west of Arusha. Though compact, this park features diverse ecosystems, from dense forests to grassy floodplains, all set against the backdrop of the Great Rift Valley Escarpment. Lake Manyara is home to thousands of wading birds, including flamingos, as well as tree-climbing lions and thriving populations of elephants and baboons.

After a memorable game drive and picnic lunch, your safari will conclude with a drop-off at your Hotel.

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:

Outpost Lodge

• Budget lodge located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Airport Drop off

Today marks the final day of your safari. We will drop you off at Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure.
We hope you had a wonderful experience in Tanzania, and we look forward to seeing you again soon.

Thank you for choosing Big Time Adventures for your Tanzanian adventure!

Safe travels!

Main Destination:

Kilimanjaro Airport

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

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