5-Day Ultimate Big 5 Private Safari in Tanzania

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

Full game drive in Tarangire National Park

Your adventure begins with a morning pickup from Arusha, heading to Tarangire National Park, famous for its vast elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Enjoy a full-day game drive, exploring the park’s diverse landscapes and spotting wildlife like lions, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeests. The Tarangire River, a year-round water source, attracts a variety of animals, offering incredible wildlife viewing opportunities. A picnic lunch will be served in the heart of the park, surrounded by stunning scenery. After an exciting day, transfer to your lodge.

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:

Country Lodge Karatu

• Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Karatu to Serengeti National Park - on route game drive

After an early breakfast in Karatu, embark on a scenic drive towards the legendary Serengeti National Park. Along the way, pass through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where you may spot wildlife roaming freely against the breathtaking highland landscapes.

Enjoy an en-route game drive, encountering zebras, giraffes, and possibly predators like lions or cheetahs. Upon entering Serengeti, the endless plains welcome you with abundant wildlife and stunning scenery. Arrive at your tented camp in time for dinner, ready for an unforgettable safari experience the next day.

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:

Tukaone Hembe Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Full game drive in Serengeti National Park

Wake up to the sounds of the wild and set out for a full-day game drive in the iconic Serengeti National Park. Explore the vast plains, home to the Big 5 and the world-famous Great Migration (seasonal). Witness herds of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles, while keeping an eye out for lions, cheetahs, and leopards in action.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the heart of the wilderness, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes. Continue the game drive, discovering different ecosystems, from riverbanks to acacia woodlands. As the sun sets, return to your tented camp for a relaxing evening under the African sky.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Tukaone Hembe Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Full game drive in Ngorongoro Crater

After an early breakfast, descend into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s most spectacular wildlife havens. The crater’s enclosed ecosystem is home to over 25,000 animals, including the Big 5—lions, elephants, buffalos, leopards, and the rare black rhino.

Enjoy a full-day game drive, exploring the diverse landscapes of grasslands, swamps, and forests. Spot large hippo pods in the crater’s lakes and observe flocks of flamingos along the shores. A picnic lunch near the scenic Hippo Pool provides a perfect midday break.

In the late afternoon, ascend from the crater and drive to your lodge for a well-deserved rest.

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

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ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Country Lodge Karatu

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Full game drive in Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast, head to Lake Manyara National Park, a hidden gem known for its diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes. The park is famous for its tree-climbing lions, large elephant herds, and vast flocks of flamingos along the alkaline lake.

Enjoy a full-day game drive, exploring the lush groundwater forests, open savannah, and the scenic lake shores. Spot giraffes, zebras, hippos, and playful baboons, along with a variety of bird species. A picnic lunch will be served with breathtaking views of the lake and Rift Valley escarpment.

In the late afternoon, exit the park and transfer back to Arusha, marking the end of an unforgettable safari adventure.

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:

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.